Charleston Stylized Portrait Photography : Natalia, the Gypsy + the Mermaid
As a photographer, you really can't go wrong when photographing a beautiful girl, on the beach, at the golden hour. It's like Christmas morning when it all comes together. Natalia and I collaborated to create this dreamy stylized session with a sort of bohemian-gypsy-mermaid on the beach. I think we did pretty well.
Natalia had a clear vision and was game for anything. She modeled for friends in her native country of Moldova so was very comfortable in front of the camera. This shoot was wonderful, and fun, and a great way to enjoy a gorgeous beach at sunset. Thank you Natalia!
Natalia : She's a Wanderer
Charleston Bridal Portrait Photography : Downtown with Amy
This girl and this dress... She envisioned a fairy tail wedding and she got it! Amy looked stunning in her glittering, flowing dress and we ran around in downtown Charleston chasing the light of the golden hour.
Enjoy!
Bridal Photography : Amy
Acacia Falzone
The Americano - Viva la South - Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
The Americano is a Cuban-American restaurant that recently opened in Mount Pleasant. Walk in the doors and you are immediately transplanted to a world of art-deco Miami, complete with ceramic parrots and vintage garden flamingos. Pink napkins, spectacular custom painted walls by artist Jamie Boling, palm frond wall paper and shuffle board complete this painstakingly planned and detailed restaurant. It was a labor of love, and, in my humble opinion- it's perfection. Mount Pleasant needed this. Heck, Charleston needed this. The Americano adds such a wonderful rabbit hole in this bustling city. And I haven't event mentioned the food or cocktail menu. Rum? Yes, please. Their progressive cocktail program (via Brent Sweatman- the genius behind The Rarebit's cocktails including their Moscow Mule) has me downing their meticulous concoctions with a slurpy straw...
The menu is pretty spectacular as well, blending traditional Cuban dishes like Ropa Vieja and Puerco Asado with tacos, guacamole, and burgers for the more American palate.
If you have been living under a rock and have not been to The Americano, do yourself a favor and go. Plan on relaxing for a while. Enjoy the phenomenal food and definitely try the Mexican Mule and the Dark and Stormy.
The Americano - Viva la South
Acacia Falzone
Sara's Bridal Portrait Session
I am so excited to finally be able to share these bridal portraits with you! Sara and Will tied the knot at the Charleston Harbor Resort a few weeks ago in a glamorous and gorgeous beach wedding. I definitely love the bohemian thing everyone is going for now, but I was thrilled to photograph Sara in a very sleek and stylish satin gown inspired by Caroline Bisset. She wore a classic, bright red lipstick and her hair was worn long to one side. Old Hollywood vixen style. So much to love.
On the big day (which I will share in the weeks to come) Sara and Will looked like a celebrity couple, I kid you not. What a true beauty.
Photo session location: The Whisky Bar in downtown Charleston.
Sara : Vintage Hollywood Bridal Session
Bridal photography by Acacia Falzone.
Styling and assisting by Mikaela LaPlante.
Meet Maressa - The Warrior
You may remember Maressa from a photo session we did on the beach a few summers ago. She is a stunning, strong young lady, and now a cancer survivor. In October 2013 she was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma at age 24. She moved back to New York to be close to family, and upon returning to Charleston and shaving her head- I knew I wanted to do a session with her that showed her strength and resilience.
Maressa has a fighting spirit that I wanted to capture and honor. She was totally game for another beach session with a decidedly different tone, and she clearly rocked it. You can read her blog on her journey with Dr. Oz here: http://blog.doctoroz.com/author/maressa-williams
It is a privilege to know her and to be able to photograph such a lovely soul. Sending you good vibes and positive energy girl! Thank you for this session!
Maressa. Warrior. May 2016.
