Couple walk in front of a yellow wall with flower boxes in downtown Charleston

Wild Things: K & C, Love in Downtown Charleston

Today, let’s go on a journey to the lovely city of Charleston, where history and modern charm blend to create the perfect backdrop for love. K & C stepped into my world for another exploration of my project, Wild Things, and it was epic.

Couple holding hands and walking in front of a yellow building with lush flower boxes

Starting it Formal

We started off in downtown Charleston, near White Point Garden. K & C started their session off dressed formally, so we could capture some beautiful (but fairly normal) portraits. Every Wild Things session I’ve done so far starts formally, but then we break it down.

Couple holding hands and smiling in downtown Charleston
Man in a navy suit jacket and woman in a brown tulle dress hug

Exploring Downtown Charleston

Charleston’s historic streets and picturesque backdrops set the stage for capturing K & C’s formal love story. Amidst the iconic sights near White Point Garden, we captured beautiful couples portraits that showcased their genuine connection.

Engaged couple stand together in front of a pink building in Charleston South Carolina
overflowing flower boxes on a yellow historic house in Charleston
woman in a tulle dress walks in front of a yellow house with overflowing flower boxes in Charleston
headshot of a woman smiling in front of a yellow house in Charleston
Headshot of a man smiling in front of a yellow house in Charleston
Couple hold hands walking in front of  a yellow house in historic Charleston
Man kisses his fiancé on the cheek in front of a yellow house in historic Charleston
woman sits on her boyfriend's lap during engagement photos
Couple holding hands walk down a brick road in historic Charleston
Woman lays her head on her fiancé's shoulder while they stand on a brick road
Couple smiling together during their engagement photos
Black and white portrait of a couple smiling together on a brick street in Charleston
Close up of puff sleeve detail on brown tulle dress

Part Two: Unleashing Authenticity

Then came part two of our adventure, and this is where the real magic happened. K & C changed into more relaxed and casual outfits, and we headed to the beach. This is my favorite part of these sessions…they opened up, they laughed, they played, and they let their love flow effortlessly.

Woman on the beach in khakis and a white crop top
a man walking on the beach in a green polo and khakis

The sandy shores provided the perfect setting for K & C to be themselves fully. The playful laughter and tender gazes were seamlessly captured, evoking the raw emotions of their love. It was in these candid moments that the authenticity of their connection was immortalized.

couple holds hands and runs on the beach in downtown Charleston
Couple laughing and running on the beach at the Charleston Battery
man picks his girlfriend up on the beach in downtown Charleston
woman laughs while her boyfriend spins her on the beach in Charleston
Couple sit together with eyes closed and hold hands showing their beautiful different skin tones
woman lays between her fiancé's legs sitting on the beach

The Essence of Wild Things

Let me tell you, “Wild Things” is not just a name; it’s a concept that celebrates genuine connections and unfiltered emotions. At the heart of “Wild Things” lies the celebration of genuine moments, imperfections, and raw emotions. K & C embraced this concept wholeheartedly, relishing every moment of their photo session. It’s a tribute to love in its purest form, free from pretense and societal expectations.

couple walk through the water and hold hands
couple hold hands and walk through the water kicking it at each other
couple laugh walking on the beach in the water holding hands

The Beauty of Imperfection & Spontaneity

In a world that often emphasizes perfection, “Wild Things” embraces imperfections as beautiful nuances that make a love story truly unique. K & C’s session reminds us that love’s imperfections are what make it authentic and genuine. You know, I truly believe that it’s the imperfections that make love perfect. K & C showed us that in their own special way. Their love was unique, and every candid moment we captured told a story of its own.

couple stand ankle deep in the ocean holding each other
couple hold hands and stand in the water kicking water at each other
Couple holding hands and standing knee deep in the ocean wearing their clothes

Through spontaneous moments, genuine laughter, and stolen glances, K & C’s session exemplified the power of letting go and embracing the present moment.

black and white portrait of couple knee deep in the water
woman kicks water at her boyfriend
couple sit in the sand and lean on each other
couple stand together in the water at the Charleston battery
Man hugs his girlfriend from behind standing knee deep in the water
couple hug and lean against a concrete wall
couple lean against each other and stand against the Charleston battery wall
close up of a woman laughing leaning against the Charleston battery wall

FAQs

1. Can we choose our photo shoot locations in a “Wild Things” session? Absolutely! “Wild Things” sessions are all about personalization. We can choose locations that hold significance to your love story or opt for spots that resonate with your personalities.

2. Are candid moments the focus of a “Wild Things” session? Yes, absolutely! “Wild Things” sessions celebrate candid moments and genuine emotions, capturing the essence of your love story in its most authentic form.

3. What should we wear for our session? The whole intention behind the “Wild Things” project is to be yourselves, no holding back. Opt for outfits that reflect your personal style and make you feel at ease, wear something you feel amazing in and it’ll look amazing on camera!

Stay Wild, xx

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