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2017 CMBEA Best of Awards

May 312018

2017 Best of Awards

2017 Best of Awards, December 8, 2017, Royal Baptist Banquet and Conference Center

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May 312018

List of winners: 2017 Best of Awards Photos: 2017 Best of Awards Ceremony

Lights, cameras, action: Wedding Photography Planning

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Apr 042017

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 picking the photographer [Click here to read more…]

Lights, cameras, action: Wedding Photography Planning

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

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

Joni + Antonne (Radisson Hotel, North Charleston) August 24, 2013

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Sep 282013

The wait is finally over! Here are some of the beautiful pictures from Mr. and Mrs. Antonne Wilson’s wedding, shot a few weeks ago.Their breathtaking ceremony, filled with many impeccable details that made their wedding memorable, was a glorious affair to witness. Thank you so much for allowing Vintage Noire to capture pictures from your [Click here to read more…]

Joni + Antonne (Radisson Hotel, North Charleston) August 24, 2013

Mrs. Joni Wilson–Bridal Shoot at the College of Charleston

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Sep 082013

Congratulations to the newly married Mrs. Joni (nee Ford) Wilson. We couldn’t wait to reveal these gorgeous bridal shots of her taken before her August 24, 2013 nuptials to Mr. Antonne Wilson. Since the College of Charleston is her alma mater, there could be no more perfect place for this golden hour shoot than the [Click here to read more…]

Jessica and Jason Maternity shoot–Azalea Park, Summerville, SC

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Sep 022013

We are blessed to have shot this maternity shoot with Jessica and Jason Frazier at Azalea Park. The day was sunny and bright, as were our spirits as we snapped these lovely pictures. We cannot wait until the stork pays us a visit next month. CLICK THE IMAGE TO SEE FULL BLOG

My BFF: Love For Eternity (Wedding of Arninya & Juaquinn) Westcott Plantation Charleston, SC

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Sep 022013

In our quest to find true love we come to the realization that when we look with our hearts as well as our eyes…our true love is just around the corner. Congratulations to Juaquinn and Arninya on becoming one. CLICK THE IMAGE TO SEE FULL BLOG

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…]