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2017 CMBEA Best of Awards

May 312018

2017 Best of Awards

Sonia Elliott-Johnson, First Recipient of the CMBEA DC Professional Development Scholarship: California Dreaming

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May 312018

See Sonia’s blog of her time in California, as she mastered her lashing techniques here: Sonia’s Blog

Sonia Elliott-Johnson, First Recipient of the CMBEA DC Professional Development Scholarship: California Dreaming

Kristine and Tyewhan Luke Wedding, February 25, 2017, St Patrick’s Catholic Church and the USS Yorktown

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Apr 022017

This fun loving couple are united in their love of rugby and their fabulous sense of humor. Both love to give back to the community, whether it is Boy Scouts, teaching young people martial arts, or dedicating their efforts on behalf of charitable agencies. We truly enjoyed capturing images from this large family and friends [Click here to read more…]

Kristine and Tyewhan Luke Wedding, February 25, 2017, St Patrick's Catholic Church and the USS Yorktown

Kristine+Tyewhan, Mt. Pleasant e-session

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Feb 152017

Only ten days away from the nuptials of this lovely couple, Kristine and Tyewhan. This fun loving couple are united in their love of rugby and their fabulous sense of humor. Both love to give back to the community, whether it is Boy Scouts, teaching young people martial arts, or dedicating their efforts on behalf [Click here to read more…]

Kristine+Tyewhan, Mt. Pleasant e-session

Mindy and Albert, Waterfront Park

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Sep 192016

Mindy and Albert are one of the most fun loving and joyful couples we have had the honor of shooting over the years. Mindy works in telecommunications and Albert in IT. They share a love of travel, adventure, and adorable canines. They are truly a match made in heaven! Their love shined through every frame, [Click here to read more…]

Albums and photobooks

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May 262016

Imagine twenty years after your wedding, your grandchildren ask to see your wedding photos. What will you show them? A CD or USB drive that might be outdated? A post on facebook, instagram, or twitter? Wouldn’t it be better or more nostalgic to have a beautiful album to proudly display your cherished memories? Every couple [Click here to read more…]

Tips for Memorable, one of a kind engagement sessions

Mar 082016

Tips for the Engagement session Pick a location or two that is meaningful for you as a couple. The place you met, got engaged, enjoyed spending time together, etc. are all good options. You should expect your engagement session to last 1-1 ½ hours in length. The engagement is an excellent time to get comfortable [Click here to read more…]

Tips for Memorable, one of a kind engagement sessions

2015 CMBEA AWARD WINNERS

Dec 262015

We would like to congratulate the winners of CMBEA’s 2015 BEST OF People’s Choice Award. These individuals have been proven by public opinion that their superior services, outstanding products, and overall superb business ethics are what it takes to be acknowledged as successful and trusted vendors. 2015 CMBEA Icon Award DeBorah Green of DeBorah’s Bridal [Click here to read more…]

Nina and Kavazeo, Athens GA

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Aug 042015

It is always a pleasure to capture the special day of a wonderful, loving couple, and never more so that when you shoot the wedding for a loved one, our brother Kavazeo and his lovely wife Nina. Enjoy a few pictures of the details from their nuptials. It was also great returning home to the [Click here to read more…]

Octavia and Thomas Vow Renewal, part 2

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Nov 302014

Thomas were inspired by nature for their August vow renewal ceremony in celebration of their tenth anniversary. Their colors were lime green, charcoal and black. High school sweethearts who married very young, this joyous, spirit filled couple wanted to share their love in front of family and friends who had not attended their first intimate [Click here to read more…]

Octavia and Thomas’s Vow Renewal, August 9, 2014

Nov 092014

Octavia and Thomas's Vow Renewal, August 9, 2014

Shawnta & Rontonio’s Island House Wedding

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Jun 162014

Even though torrential rains the day before the wedding threatened to dampen their ceremony, nothing could take away from the joy and happiness of Ron and Shawnta. Ron is an IT specialist and Shawnta is a supervisor at Verizon. Their love shown through to brighten the day for family and friends. We loved their Pretty [Click here to read more…]

Shawnta & Rontonio's Island House Wedding

Vintage Noire Blog: Things to plan with your photographer to help capture perfect shots

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Jan 262014

o Remember to bring a nice hanger or stylish garment bag to display your gorgeous wedding dress to best advantage. o Consider having a long, trailing veil or stunning jewelry or accessories to make for dramatic pictures of a sure to be exquisite bride. o Consider a first look before the ceremony, either between bride [Click here to read more…]

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Rebecca + Lamar-(Riverfront Park, North Charleston S.C.) November 16, 2013

Dec 162013

Here are some of the sweetest, most romantic pictures from the intimate ceremony and after ceremony shots from Rebecca and Lamar’s November wedding. We were blessed with warm weather on this Fall day, and the pictures reflect all the warmth of the love between these two.

Rebecca + Lamar-(Riverfront Park, North Charleston S.C.) November 16, 2013

Shawnta +Rontonio–Engagement session at Waterfront Park, Charleston, SC

Nov 022013

Shawnta and Rontonio are huge fans of the movie Harlem Nights, so we channeled the 1920’s and 1930’s Jazz Age vibe in their retro engagement session at Waterfront Park in downtown Charleston, S.C. We also added a modern flair to the second half of the e-session, so we achieved the best of both worlds in [Click here to read more…]

Shawnta +Rontonio--Engagement session at Waterfront Park, Charleston, SC

Wedding Photography Planning

Apr 042013

Wedding Photography Planning Contributor: Vintage Noire Photography Of the myriad of things that a bride and groom to be think of when planning their special day, strategizing about how to achieve beautiful pictures on their wedding day is something not to be overlooked. It goes without question that a lot of thought should go into [Click here to read more…]

Going to the Chapel, But at What Time?

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Sep 282012

Going to the Chapel, But at What Time? Submitted by Vintage Noire Although traditional times for weddings often fall between 1-4 pm, as you plan your upcoming nuptials, consider mixing things up a bit and having an early morning or evening ceremony time. There are many benefits to a morning wedding. You can spend the [Click here to read more…]

Dequaisha Ferrell and Justin Manuel

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Sep 282012

Dequaisha Ferrell and Justin Manuel’s love match was fated in the stars as they met on their shared birthday (July 29) seven years ago and have been together ever since. Justin is an electrician and Dequaisha works for the Charleston County Court system. Justin’s surprise Valentine’s Day proposal set the wheels in motion, and they [Click here to read more…]