Bridal | JJ Horton Photography

April 2, 2015

Film | Charleston II

On Tuesday I shared my behind the scenes and detail shots of our session at RiverOaks in Charleston, SC… today I’m sharing a few of my favorite shots of the couple who modeled, Hayley and Walker… a real-life couple who’s tying the knot in a few months! The dresses provided were from Astrid and Mercedes, and were stunning… so delicate and feminine!

March 31, 2015

Film | Charleston

A few weeks ago I spent two days in Charleston, SC shooting at a new-ish venue, RiverOaks. The European vibe this venue offers right on the Wando River is a place like no other. It’s a private home that takes 7 weddings a year and offers incredibly personal service to the couples who tie the knot there. The grounds are manicured to perfection, without feeling stuffy or uptight. The house emulates all things French country-side, filled the most incredible furnishings…. and the 2 chocolate labs that drink from the fountain on the patio make you feel like nothing is too precious to enjoy. The day was split into two sessions… the getting ready/details and then the bride/groom… I thought I’d split it into 2 posts…. I’ve also included behind the scenes of the other photographers in attendance. Images are all film, color is Portra 800 (mix of 35mm & 120) and black & white is Ilford 3200. Stay tuned for part 2 on Thursday!

March 5, 2015

Portrait | Spring Mini Sessions!

I’ve never done spring mini’s only fall… but I’ve had a few requests, so I thought I would try it out this year. Mini sessions are likely going to be at Beaver Dam in Davidson, which gets great light and has a nice variety of backdrops (a historic home, a barn, big trees). This session can be used for families, bridals, couples, etc. up to 5 people. Sessions will be 5:45PM, 6:15PM, 6:45PM & 7:15PM Only 4 spots available, book here!

February 5, 2015

Bridal | Ashley

The day before Alan & Ashley’s wedding, I met Ashley at 6:30AM on the pier they were to be married the following day…. yes AM. When Ashley & I were working out the specifics of us coming to Jamaica, she’d asked about a bridal session and I mentioned that sunrise would be ideal (even though we’d all be groggy!) because the beaches, piers, garden…. everything would be empty! If we waited until sunset, the place would be crawling with sunbathers and rum-punch drinkers. She understood… hence our early session!

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