Wedding at Charleston Yacht Club // Samantha & Matthew

Name: Charleston Photo Art
Price range: $$$

Bride and groom walking along the wooden boardwalk by the marsh at Charleston Yacht Club

Red and black – this was the color scheme that Samantha and Matthew chose for their wedding. These colors represent not only Ohio State, but also its university and American soccer team. Two years ago our lovely couple realized they were meant for each other after playing cornhole game and chatting for a few hours. Now Samantha and Matthew are getting married and dreaming about kids and traveling.

Makeup artist applying the bride’s makeup while she wears a buffalo check shirt

Bridesmaids in red and black plaid flannel shirts posing against a blue wall

Bride in a lace gown sharing a laugh with a friend by white shutters

Bride with two bridesmaids in black dresses holding red bouquets beside the marsh

Groom fastening his red bow tie in front of a mirror

Groom in a navy suit posing on the front steps of the clubhouse entrance

Groom and groomsmen in sunglasses and red ties posing by the clubhouse

Charleston Yacht Club wedding of Samantha and Matthew took place on July 24, 2021. The Club is located near Charleston City Marina and is famous for its beautiful boardwalks with yachts and boats. On the water-green background we managed to take brilliant pictures, which reflected live colors and naturalness of movements. The bride’s dazzling white fitted dress with a long train fluttered in the light breeze. Holding hands and looking at each other, Samantha and Matthew leisurely strolled down the small pier. Nature here has given us wonderful places for photos and perfect sunset lighting.

Framed engagement photo and a cards and gifts sign on the welcome table

Chalkboard sign and party sunglasses laid out on a reception table

Seating chart board with red and white roses at the reception entrance

Ceremony setup with white chairs on the deck overlooking the harbor marina

Guests gathering for the outdoor ceremony on the harbor deck

Wide view of the waterfront ceremony with marsh grass and the marina behind

Bride and groom at the altar facing each other as guests watch from the deck

Bride and groom standing before the officiant during the harbor ceremony

Wedding party in black and red lined up on the boardwalk by the marsh

Bridesmaids and groomsmen posing with the newlyweds beside the clubhouse

Bride and groom sharing a kiss with a white bouquet in hand

The wedding ceremony was very touching because Samantha’s grandfather said a prayer. The guests watched the ceremony with tenderness and were genuinely happy for the young couple. Along with the emotions, it is worth noting the color accents. The bridesmaids were dressed in black fishnet dresses and had scarlet bunches of roses in their hands. The groom and his friends wore dark elegant suits and red ties. Little red rosebuds elaborately adorned the breast pockets of their suits. This combination of red and black together with the snowy white bride’s dress looked stylish in the photos. There was no mottling, and in my opinion, as a Charleston Yacht Club wedding photographer, the color match was perfect.

Dessert table with a tiered wedding cake and rows of cupcakes

Groom feeding the bride a bite at the dessert table

Couple walking hand in hand on the boardwalk through tall marsh grass

Groom watching the bride swirl her gown on the boardwalk over the marsh

Bride and groom on the dock with the Charleston Yacht Club building behind them

Couple embracing on the dock beside yachts moored in the harbor

Bride and groom walking toward each other on the wooden pier by the marsh

Bride and groom smiling on the pier with sailboats and the bridge behind them at golden hour

After the ceremony and photo session in the fresh air, all the guests and the newlyweds went to a cozy and beautiful hall. First of all, there were a lot of sophisticated decorations, especially the wreath of greenery behind the young couple with the letter “W” in the middle. The first dance was gentle to the smoothly flowing music and the light of the numerous lanterns that shone from the ceiling. This warm lighting literally eliminated unnecessary shadows and allowed us to take bright photos.

Charleston Yacht Club wedding was a great success. It was a tremendous honor for me to attend this event and capture priceless moments for Samantha and Matthew.
Venue | The Charleston Yacht Club
Officiant | Brandon Stewart
Wedding planner | Debbie Stewart
Floral Design | Leanne Stewart
Wedding Dress | David’s Bridal
Hair and Makeup | Paloosh Salon
Men’s Attire | Men’s Wearhouse
Catering | First Impressions Caterers, LLC
Cake | Dessert Design by Gisela