Wedding at South Carolina Aquarium // Marianna & Josh

Name: Charleston Photo Art
Price range: $$$

Bride and groom in the bright glass atrium of the South Carolina Aquarium

Why not have a wedding in an aquarium? Marianna and Josh thought it was a great idea and made it a reality. SC Aquarium became the place where they said “I do” to each other on August 28, 2022. Smiles, laughter and a great mood accompanied the entire celebration. Interestingly enough, the couple played the wedding literally on the 5th anniversary of their relationship.

The nautical theme was evident in the design of the room. Tables were placed directly next to tanks with exotic fish behind glass. For wedding rings the couple chose a box in the form of a seashell. Agree, this is very original!

Wedding invitation suite with lace and a framed portrait of the couple

Bride laughing with her bridesmaids in matching pajamas while getting ready

Bride holding her bouquet beside a glowing tank of coral and fish

Bride and bridesmaids in pastel gowns raising bouquets in front of the Great Ocean Tank

Bride smiling with her bouquet in front of an illuminated aquarium tank

Groom posing under a red jellyfish sculpture on a blue lit staircase

Groom and groomsmen in gray suits beneath the red sculpture at the aquarium

Bride and groom in a navy suit beside The Shallows sign at the aquarium

Bride and groom on the aquarium terrace overlooking Charleston Harbor

The couple had their First Look near the Aquarium. The pictures from Charleston wedding photographers on the endless water and bridge turned out very memorable. Future husband and wife looking into the distance, to meet their beautiful and happy future.

The bride chose a dress with an airy skirt, a luxurious plume, and tulle falling from her shoulders for this special day. A real sea beauty! The wedding bouquet of white, blue and purple flowers was a gentle addition to her image. The groom chose a dark blue suit and a colored tie. Such a charming couple!

Marianna and Josh were brought together by Tinder. The couple arranged to meet at the Aquarium, since Marianna had a season ticket there. It was raining that day and Josh was running to the building (he was running a little late). Marianna and Josh froze next to each other for a moment because the girl immediately recognized him and the guy didn’t recognize her. It was awkward, but very funny.

Couple exchanging vows in front of the Great Ocean Tank as guests watch

Newlyweds kissing before the giant blue tank after the ceremony

Wedding party in sage and gray posing in front of the aquarium tank

Bride and groom walking past glowing coral reef windows

Groom dipping the bride in front of the illuminated ocean tank

Bride twirling her full gown in front of the Great Ocean Tank

Reception tables with white linens and royal blue napkins by tall windows

White wedding cake with flowers and the reception hall overlooking the harbor

Couple kissing in a blue lit circular doorway at the South Carolina Aquarium

The couple chose Charleston for their celebration because it was the city that gave them each other. It was the place where they decided to start a new chapter of their relationship.

We asked Marianna, what do you love most about him? Laughing, she replied, “His determination astounds me. He’ll decide we don’t have enough shelf space and use scrap wood to assemble more. He’ll discover an interest in plants and have a garden established at the end of the week. I’ll make a comment about wanting to have a spot to read outside and he clears a spot by the creek at our house by the end of the day. Once he puts his mind on something he’ll get it done – even if he’s never done it before.”

We asked Josh the same question. And he answered, without hiding his happy eyes: “Everyone loves her, for obvious reasons. People have literally written essays about what a great person she is, that’s not a joke. She encourages me to grow in a positive direction every day. She’s patient with me and accepts me without hesitation and she never fails to brighten up the room.”

Bride and groom smiling in front of the aquarium tank with fish swimming behind

Newlyweds embracing on the aquarium deck with the Ravenel Bridge across the water

Bride touching the groom’s face in a dark blue lit gallery

Couple holding hands in the glass atrium beside a tall cylindrical tank

Groom kissing the bride’s hand in front of the atrium aquarium tank

Bride’s veil blowing in the wind on the waterfront deck at the aquarium

Couple sitting in front of a huge tank filled with fish and sea turtles

Newlyweds hugging in a doorway and posing by the tank in the atrium

Bride and groom on the waterfront terrace at night under a dramatic sky

Marianna and Josh, we, wedding photographers, wish you to cherish each other and keep the bright feeling of love between you. Be happy and go towards all your dreams together!

Venue | South Carolina Aquarium

Officiant | Anna Baker

Rental, Floral Design, Catering | Duvall Catering & Events

Wedding dress | The Poinsett Bride

Hair and Makeup | Pink DOT Beauty Bar

Bridesmaids Dresses | David’s Bridal

Men’s attire | Men’s Wearhouse

Cake | The Tenacious Tart