A Sophisticated Bride’s Guide to Charleston’s Historic Charm

A Sophisticated Bride’s Guide to Charleston’s Historic Charm

For the bride who values refined beauty, thoughtful details, and a deep sense of place, Charleston offers something extraordinary. Its historic charm isn’t just about grand architecture and cobblestone streets. It’s about atmosphere. At Leigh Hayward Photography, I’ve had the privilege of capturing love stories among Charleston’s most treasured landmarks. Here, I’ve gathered favorite locations…

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Personalizing Your Engagement Session: Ideas to Reflect Your Love Story

An engagement session is so much more than just a photo shoot. It’s an opportunity to capture the essence of who you are as a couple. As a Charleston wedding photographer, I’ve seen firsthand how meaningful engagement portraits go beyond just pretty pictures. They reflect your journey, passions, and the little details that make your…

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Discover the Best Places to Propose in Charleston, SC

Where to Propose in Charleston, SC Destination Romance If you have never been to Charleston, SC before, it is the perfect destination for a romantic proposal!! Charleston is rich in history and Southern charm. Think cobblestone streets, beautiful architecture, picturesque waterfront views, and oak trees dripping Spanish Moss. Charleston offers a plethora of unforgettable locations…

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4 Tips for the Best Engagement Photos With Your Dog

What Every Client Needs to Know for the Best Engagement Photos With Your Dog I love using my twenty years experience of being a professional photographer to help prepare my clients for our time together. I want to maximize every minute of our session and make sure that they truly enjoy the experience (and the…

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Brandon + Michele’s Romantic Charleston Proposal | Charleston Proposal Photographer

“Leigh was awesome! She made both Brandon and I feel very comfortable during the photo shoot. The pictures came out amazing and everyone has complimented them. Leigh does a wonderful job! I would recommend her to anyone. Thank you for your beautiful work, Leigh!” MICHELE Romantic Charleston Proposal I recently was booked to photograph a…