Wedding at Swain Boating Center at The Citadel // Kelly & Steven

Name: Charleston Photo Art
Price range: $$$

Waterfront ceremony on the lawn with sailboats docked at Swain Boating Center

Let’s move on to the Swain Boating Center at The Citadel. This is an amazing scenic location. Beautiful water access, incredible sunsets, dock, green lawns and palm trees. Romantic, quiet and yet atmospheric in a special way. The majestic Swain Boating Center adds to the charm of the setting. And it’s perfect for small and large celebrations.

It was in this perfect location for a Charleston wedding that Kelly & Steven had their celebration on April 1, 2023. It was a wonderful and happy day.

Woman adjusting the bride’s gown beside a green door

Bride on white steps and posing beneath the oaks

Bride with bridesmaids in champagne dresses holding greenery bouquets

Bridesmaids laughing around the bride in champagne gowns

Groom and groomsmen in black tuxedos standing in a row under trees

Groomsmen in tuxedos cheering around the groom

They organized the signing outdoors by the water, with a backdrop of small boats. The sun illuminated the happy bride and groom. The guests couldn’t hold back tears of happiness. It was like being in a romantic movie.

Our team of Charleston wedding photographers wanted to emphasize sincere emotions, genuine feelings, and convey the warm atmosphere of the wedding in each photo.

The couple’s meeting took place in Texas. It was a blind date on the eve of Kelly’s birthday. The meeting turned out to be more than successful and the couple talked until the restaurant closed. Thus began their story. The couple lives in Charleston, so they made the decision to hold the wedding here. Especially since Charleston is a great location for a wedding any time of the year.

Groom and groomsmen in tuxedos posing by the marina

Groom smiling and guests gathered on the lawn

Bridesmaids in champagne and groomsmen at the outdoor ceremony

Wedding party flanking the couple at the waterfront ceremony

Groom placing the ring on the bride’s finger

Couple at the altar framed by boats and the wedding party

Wedding party cheering on the lawn before the clubhouse

Wedding party in champagne and black posing on the lawn by the building

Couple on the boardwalk and walking under the trees

Couple silhouetted on the dock beside rows of small sailboats at sunset

We asked the bride: “What do you love most about him?”. The girl did not hide her happiness and replied: “I love Steven’s patience, and his kind heart. He is the most loyal person I know and loves fiercely”.

The same question was addressed to the groom: “What do you love most about her?”. His answer speaks for itself: “Kelly is the most humble and kind woman I have ever known. Kelly is so beautiful, but remains shy and is the most loyal person that I know. I love her compassion for others and for animals. She simply makes me a better person and I would be dead without her”.

Couple standing among the sailboats on the dock

Full wedding party lined up on the lawn under a blue sky

Bride holding a greenery bouquet and the couple walking together

Groom carrying the bride down the dock between sailboats

Couple by the water and on the walkway to the boathouse

Couple kissing on the dock at golden hour beside a bouquet

Vivid pink and purple sunset sky over the marina

Our team of wedding photographers in Charleston congratulates the couple on their wedding day. We hope our photos will be a great reminder of the day. Love, surprise, and support each other.

Wedding Planner | Tara Leclaire

Venue | Swain Boating Center