Business Details
16 Years
experience
Affordable Wedding Photography & Videography in Charleston, SC
Southern Tide Photography is a Charleston-based wedding photography and videography studio founded in 2010 by owner and lead photographer Leslie. The company specializes in providing high-end visual storytelling services at accessible prices, focusing on weddings, engagement sessions, and portraiture for families and businesses. With over a decade of experience, the team offers comprehensive coverage including destination weddings, custom wedding day videos, and post-production services.Their documentary-style approach captures authentic moments while maintaining artistic quality. The studio serves South Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia, and has earned recognition through awards like The Knot's Best of Weddings and Couples Choice Award. Client-centric values emphasize personalized service, transparency in pricing, and timely delivery of edited content with full copyright permissions.
Services
Wedding Photography
Wedding Videography
Engagement Sessions
Bridal Portraits
Family Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of experience in wedding photography and videography.
- Our packages include professional videography at no additional cost with select collections.
- We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
- Our team delivers edited content with full copyright permissions within two weeks.
- We specialize in documentary-style photography capturing authentic, unposed moments.
Associations and certifications
- The Knot Best of Weddings
- The Knot Couples Choice Award
What people say
Amazing to work with
Highly recommend
Breathtaking video
Responsive and reliable
Captured every moment
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service captures every moment of your special day with a documentary-style approach. We focus on authentic, unposed moments while ensuring artistic quality in every image. Our team provides full-day coverage, from pre-ceremony preparations to reception celebrations. Clients receive fully edited high-resolution images with full copyright permissions within two weeks.
Wedding Videography
Custom wedding day video services preserve the emotional essence of your celebration. Our videography includes multi-angle coverage, audio capture, and cinematic editing to create lasting memories. Available as an add-on to photography packages, this service delivers professionally produced films highlighting key moments from vows to first dances.
Engagement Sessions
One-hour engagement photography sessions create lasting memories of your pre-wedding celebration. We offer location scouting assistance, outfit guidance, and 35-40 edited images delivered through an online gallery. These sessions help build rapport between couples and photographers for more comfortable wedding day experiences.
Bridal Portraits
Bridal portrait sessions capture the bride's wedding day look in a relaxed setting. Conducted one to two months before the wedding, these sessions allow for detailed styling and creative compositions. The resulting images can be used for display at the reception or as keepsakes for future generations.
Family Portraits
Professional family photography services document important life milestones. We specialize in newborn, maternity, and multi-generational portraits with a natural, storytelling approach. Sessions include location guidance and outfit coordination to ensure cohesive visual narratives.
People
Leslie
Owner and Lead Photographer
Leslie founded Southern Tide Photography in 2010 after her own wedding planning experience. With over 200 weddings photographed, she brings extensive expertise in documentary-style wedding photography. Her approach combines technical precision with a relaxed demeanor that puts clients at ease.
Questions
What wedding photography packages do you offer?
We offer four wedding photography collections starting at $1,200, with options for full-day coverage, second photographers, and extended hours. All packages include videography services.
Do you provide videography services?
Yes, we include professional videography in most packages starting at $1,500. Our services capture key moments with multi-angle coverage and cinematic editing.
How long does it take to receive edited photos?
Clients typically receive fully edited high-resolution images within two weeks of their wedding date, with sneak peeks available within 48 hours.
Do you travel for destination weddings?
We specialize in destination weddings and have photographed events across South Carolina, Georgia, and international locations. Travel fees apply for locations outside Charleston and Atlanta.
What's included in engagement sessions?
Our $400 engagement sessions include one hour of photography, two outfit changes, 35-40 edited images, and online gallery access with print release permissions.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking 12-18 months in advance for peak wedding dates. Limited availability exists for last-minute bookings, with a minimum six-month notice required.
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