Business Details
16 Years
experience
Affordable Wedding Photography in Charleston SC
Southern Tide Photography, based in Charleston, SC, is a wedding photography and videography studio founded in 2010 by Leslie. The company specializes in high-quality, affordable wedding photography and videography, offering services for engagements, family portraits, newborns, maternity, and destination weddings. With over a decade of experience, they prioritize capturing genuine moments through a documentary style, earning recognition from The Knot's Best of Weddings and Couples Choice Award. Their approach combines personalized service, quick turnaround times, and a commitment to making clients feel comfortable and valued throughout the process. 
Services
Wedding Photography
Videography
Engagement Sessions
Bridal Portraits
Family Portraits
Newborn Photography
Maternity Sessions
Destination Weddings
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer high-end photography at accessible prices since 2010.
- Our in-house videography service saves couples thousands of dollars.
- Documentary-style approach captures authentic, unposed moments.
- Personalized planning resources and timeline creation for stress-free weddings.
- Quick turnaround with full copyright permissions for client use.
What people say
Professional but so much fun
Breathtaking video quality
Flexible with changing plans
Quick turnaround
Captures genuine moments
Services
Wedding Photography
Full-day wedding photography capturing ceremonies, receptions, and key moments. Our documentary style ensures genuine, emotional storytelling. Clients receive edited high-resolution images with full copyright permissions for personal use.
Videography
Custom wedding day videos preserving speeches, vows, and celebrations. Combines cinematic techniques with documentary storytelling. Delivered as polished films highlighting the day's most meaningful moments in high definition.
Engagement Sessions
1-2 hour photography sessions at client-chosen locations. Focuses on capturing natural interactions and candid moments. Includes outfit guidance and location recommendations for personalized, romantic imagery.
Bridal Portraits
Professional bridal photography focusing on wedding attire and personal details. Includes posing guidance and lighting expertise to create elegant, magazine-quality images highlighting the bride's individuality.
Family Portraits
Photography for families, newborns, and maternity milestones. Emphasizes natural interactions and emotional connections. Sessions tailored to client preferences with flexible outdoor or studio options.
People
Leslie
Owner and Lead Photographer
Founded Southern Tide Photography in 2010 after eloping due to budget constraints. Specializes in wedding and portrait photography with a documentary style. Known for responsiveness, attention to detail, and creating stress-free client experiences.
Questions
What photography services do you offer for weddings?
We provide full-day wedding coverage, engagement sessions, bridal portraits, and custom wedding day videos.
Do you offer videography as a standalone service?
Yes, we now offer custom wedding day videography as a separate service.
How long have you been in business?
We've specialized in wedding photography since 2010, with over a decade of experience.
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve Charleston, SC, surrounding areas, and offer destination wedding services.
How quickly will I receive my photos and videos?
Most clients receive their edited photos and videos within two weeks of the event.
What sets your photography style apart?
Our documentary-style approach focuses on capturing authentic, unposed moments naturally.
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