Brooke Christl Photography Blog

Mary & Greg

Brooke — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:36:11 +0000

I really loved this wedding. These two are so in love and it just explodes out into the air. They also have a ton of love and support from family and friends.

Mary, was stunning! Her dress was perfect, and you just could not find a sweeter person.

She had a AWESOME group of girlfriends

Greg was lookin mighty fine as well. Greg is fun and funny. I’m sure he is the life of many a party

At the church before the ceremony, Mary and Greg had time for a First Look.

A beautiful ceremony……

While we were at the church, Blossoms Events was busy getting the Members Club looking gorgeous. LOVE all the tulips. It made this spring wedding look like spring

This first one is one of my favorites…..

First dance as husband and wife….

OK…I have only seen this done a few times, and this time was sooooo funny. Mary and her dad had a little surprise for everyone 1/2 way through the father-daughter dance.

Beautiful cake by Cravinley’s…

……and Greg started the party!

Caitlin from Redemption Art even did a wonderful painting of the event.

A huge thanks to a spectacular list of vendors who made this wedding a huge success….

Grande Dunes, Memorable Moments, Blossom Events, Hart to Heart, Cravinley’s, Carolina Entertainment, Carolina Limousine, Redemption Art, Salon & Spa 18.

And mostly….THANK YOU to Mary and Greg, for allowing me to capture such a wonderful celebration of love. I wish you all the best!

Myles

Brooke — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:34:08 +0000

A little late in getting this up but……….

HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY MYLES!

Had fun and looking forward to this summer

Brandee & David

Brooke — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:40:20 +0000

Wow. Brandee and David. Where do I start. I guess the part where I walked into her getting ready place to find a beautiful, frilly, blush pink dress hanging up. Was absolutely beautiful off the hanger….and when she put it on….well, every inch looked like it had been hand tailored especially for her. Her group of girlfriends were the best! This group of wonderful friends were so focused on Brandee’s day being perfect. They were tons of fun and wonderful friends.

Then there was Summer. Brandee’s sister, who kept everyone laughing, as well as made sure everything ran smoothly for the whole day. She jumped in front of Brandee for a few shots….I know there was a story here!

Did I mention this whole group of girls was a riot??

This is just one of many kids in the wedding. They were all adorable!

Brandee was truly stunning….and David was looking pretty darn good too! They shared a very special first look before the ceremony.

Everything was at North Beach Plantation. This was my first time out there, and WOW. I love it. The ceremony site was in shade for the guests, they served champaign, perfect places for pictures….I can’t wait to get back out there again! Oh…as the guests arrived I saw a theme going on. Everyone wore white/kaki except the bride and the groom. LOVED!!!

At Brandee’s bridal shower, everyone brought a brooch. They made an amazing bouquet for her, filled with hope and love.

Back to North Beach Plantation…..they have amazing places to take pictures, and a golf cart taxied us around to many of them, including the beach.

Onto the reception for a huge celebration. Everyone was ready to have fun. A HUGE thank you to Brandee, David and both their families for allowing me to share in such a special day. It was an amazing, perfect day…and I wish you both a lifetime of happiness together!

Oh. Summer’s speech??? Well even I laughed a lot, and I have not known Brandee that long!

Sydney’s Bridal Session

Brooke — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:13:58 +0000

So fun being able to show bridal sessions after the wedding. Sydney got married on May 4th….but more about that later

I know I say this all the time, but dang! I have the most stunning brides ever! Sydney is GORGEOUS!!!! And her beautiful dress could not have fit more perfectly!

Amanda and Jason

Brooke — Thu, 09 May 2013 20:18:02 +0000

Amanda and Jason’s wedding was just kinda one of those smooth sailing calm and perfect wedding days.

After Amanda was dressed, we went to the beautiful Calvary Baptist Church in Florence where the ceremony was held. A few touch ups, and we were on to the pre ceremony pictures.

The ceremony was truly beautiful. This was a big wedding. About 500 guests attended. Amanda looked drop dead gorgeous!

A few pictures outside of the church in the front lawn….

Right across from the church was a great little stable. Made a perfect spot for some pictures of the two of them. I loved the location!

The reception was held at the Florence Little Theater. It was really cool. The box office was turned into the bar, the rehearsal room was perfect for the DJ and some dancing, and tables were scattered about inside, and in the outside area by the fountain too. They each had their mother’s wedding dress on display! What a cool idea!

It was truly an honor to capture such a special day for these two. And they had they greatest most wonderful and supportive families ever! I know these two will have a long and happy life together. A huge thank you….for allowing me to capture your day!

Amy & Michael

Brooke — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:40:43 +0000

A huge congratulations to Amy and her husband to be Michael. I will have the honor of photographing their wedding on June 8th. Let me tell you, she is going to be a BEAUTIFUL bride!!!

Cheryl & Jim 3.24.13

Brooke — Thu, 02 May 2013 12:42:53 +0000

Cheryl and Jim live in Virginia, but came back to Myrtle Beach where they met, to exchange vows. They had a beautiful wedding at Grande Dunes Ocean Club.

Bouquets by Flowers on Broadway

They shared a first look before the ceremony

It was a little chilly still in March this year, so they moved the ceremony inside.

We did get outside for a few pictures though…

All the cakes were done by Croissants. They were beautiful!

It was a great celebration. Thanks for letting us share and record your big day guys!

Sydney & Brookes

Brooke — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 12:04:28 +0000

Ahhhhh…….can hardly wait for this wedding! This Saturday at Greenfield Plantation. Some couples need more coaching in front of the camera than others. But not Sydney and Brookes. They needed NO coaching! They were giggly the entire time and sooo much fun.. I laughed through their entire engagement session. I know their wedding day is going to be quite a celebration

Nicole & Blair and DeBordieu

Brooke — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:51:08 +0000

Nicole and Blair are both from Charlotte, but decided to get married here at beautiful DeBordieu. They are a great couple, and Nicole is just stunning! The day started out at Stox & Co for hair and make-up. Then, onto Debordieu to finish getting ready.

There wedding was on March 23. Most years, it’s well into the 70′s by then, but as you know spring was slow to come this year. It was 51f, and a little on the chilly side for an outdoor wedding. But Nicole was brave. She really wanted the ceremony outside.

She and Blair had a charming First Look

And then we did some of the formal set ups….

The ceremony was held on the lawn in front of the clubhouse. Palmetto Strings played the ceremony music. Even though it was a little chilly, I’m glad she had it outside. It was beautiful, and nobody seemed to mind.

We even went to the beach for a few pictures

Then onto the main club house for a wonderful celebration of their love ! THE IN-LAWS played music and Thom Buccieri was the officiate and also provided the flowers for the reception.

Pawleys Island Bakery made the cake….

And check out the great little dress Nicole changed into. Love this!!!

Blair and Nicole……thanks for choosing me!!! We had a wonderful time and truly loved your day. I know you two will have a lifetime of happiness together

Amanda’s Bridal Session

Brooke — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:39:50 +0000

I really like bridal sessions, and I had tons of fun with Amanda! It felt like a photography play date

So….I’ll just let Amanda’s natural beauty, along with her custom designed gown from Little White Dress do the talking.