A Charleston Engagement | Stephanie + Jason

During this weird time where we are all in our homes every day I’m tackling my #20for2020 list. This is my second year making a list of things to accomplish that make me happier.  If you are interested in this topic, here is more information: https://gretchenrubin.com/2020/01/20-for-2020-list

#20 on my list is “Catch up on old blog posts” so here’s an engagement from a few years ago:

Stephanie + Jason met in Columbus, Ohio where they are both from (and me too!) Their first date was at the Columbus Zoo to see the Christmas lights. They shopped for rings together and settled on a beautiful pear-shaped rose gold ring.  Stephanie was imagining a romantic beach proposal, but instead Jason proposed on New Years Eve surrounded by all their closest friends. Stephanie was so surprised and excited to show the ring off to everyone before coming back to South Carolina. They plan to wed this summer back in Ohio.  Congrats to the happy couple!

 

 

Sarah Goldman is a photographer in Charleston, SC.

A Morris Island Engagement | Kate + Ben

During this weird time where we are all in our homes every day I’m tackling my #20for2020 list. This is my second year making a list of things to accomplish that make me happier.  If you are interested in this topic, here is more information: https://gretchenrubin.com/2020/01/20-for-2020-list

#20 on my list is “Catch up on old blog posts” so here’s an engagement session that was never blogged about:

A few years ago I got to photograph a really cool engagement session on Morris Island!  Morris Island is an uninhabited island in Charleston Harbor that is only accessible by boat – though I’ve heard during extremely low tides you can walk from the Lighthouse Inlet side of Folly Beach. The Morris Island Lighthouse used to be on Morris Island, but with barrier islands being in a constant state of flux and erosion, the lighthouse now stands in the water.

I met Kate and Ben at the dock where they keep their boat on the Folly River and we rode through the river and creeks for their unforgettable engagement session!

Kate + Ben’s relationship started at the beach. Kate was in grad school at MUSC and spent spent her weekends on Sullivan’s Island. One weekend, on a whim, she decided to drive 45 minutes out of her way to Folly Beach.  She had never visited Folly and certainly didn’t expect to be making any life altering decisions that day. She picked a secluded spot just to the right of the pier and sat down to soak up the sun. Five minutes later a classmate texted and invited her to a cast party going on at Folly.  Kate gladly accepted, hoping to get to meet some movie stars!  It was at that party she met a tan, sandy-haired electrician that she would spend the rest of her life with. Ben and Kate were inseparable ever since.

On their first date they went to Morris Island on Ben’s boat to see the lighthouse, which has become a symbol of their relationship.  Ben and Kate got married at the Cotton Dock at Boone Hall Plantation later that year.

 

 

Sarah Goldman is a photographer in Charleston, SC.

Blog Post Catch Up | Sara + John

During this weird time where we are all in our homes every day I’m tackling my #20for2020 list. This is my second year making a list of things to accomplish that make me happier.  If you are interested in this topic, here is more information: https://gretchenrubin.com/2020/01/20-for-2020-list

Here’s an engagement shoot from 2017:

Sara and John at Drew University. They both played soccer and John had a huge crush on Sara and asked mutual friends to introduce them. They danced together at the school’s “Holiday Ball” and have been inseparable ever since!

For their 5 year anniversary, John planned a fancy dinner.  When it was time for dessert, a waiter brought out a silver platter with a dome lid and said, “this is a surprise for you two”. Underneath, there was a small black box surrounded by rose petals. John grabbed the box and got down on one knee. When they got home to their apartment, their closest friends were waiting to celebrate! Sara says “I’m still finding confetti!”

Surrounded by friends and family, Sara and John got married in 2018. Sara said “We’re going for a floral, romantic vibe with a Southern flair.  Think mason jars and lace!  We’re using all pastel colors to complement our spring wedding.”

Congrats to this adorable couple!

 

Home Gate Real Estate Party | Daniel Island, SC

In February I got to photograph the Home Gate Real Estate party and awards night.  It was a cold rainy night on Daniel Island, but Charles and I had fun capturing this event!

Sarah Goldman is a photographer in Charleston, SC.

Front Steps Project Roundup

I only got to do a couple weeks of Front Steps Project portraits before the stay-at-home order was put in place.  But in those 2 weeks I met 31 amazing families! I photographed dogs, cats, people on conference calls, kids in pajamas and even a parrot named Skittles. Everyone donated to Calvary Women’s Services, AFAC, and other charities.  Thank you for your generosity!

As soon as it’s safe to do so, sessions will resume, so those of you who had their sessions postponed or are on the waiting list: thank you for your patience and I’ll be in touch!  Everyone stay well. ❤

More info and to get on the waitlist:  https://www.sarahgoldman.com/Front-Steps-Project

 

 

Blog Post Catch Up | Ann + Blake

During this weird time where we are all in our homes every day I’m tackling my #20for2020 list. This is my second year making a list of things to accomplish that make me happier.  If you are interested in this topic, here is more information: https://gretchenrubin.com/2020/01/20-for-2020-list

#20 on my list is “Catch up on old blog posts” so here’s one from 2017:

Ann and Blake were my “Win a Free Engagement Session Contest” winners in Columbia that year.  These two met when when Ann visited the mathematics department at USC when she was looking at graduate programs. The graduate director dropped her off in Blake’s office and said “Here’s a prospective student.”

For their engagement session location they chose Five Points in downtown Columbia.  When they first started dating they spent a lot of time at Drip getting coffee and doing school work together.  They would go to trivia at Harper’s on Thursdays and Speakeasy on Fridays.  “Basically most of the time we spent getting to know each other happened in Five Points.”

Here’s their proposal story:

“We were visiting Blake’s parents in Vermont and took a day trip to Burlington.  Blake had asked if I wanted to go shopping and I said “Yes”, of course.  We went to Fremeau Jewelers and spent a few hours looking at different settings and stones.  It was so much fun picking out the exact ring I wanted.  Blake went and picked it up and we walked down to the waterfront.  He found a nice spot with a wooden swing overlooking Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks and got down on one knee and proposed.”

Blake and Ann got married at Berkley Manor on Ocracoke Island in the Outer Banks. Their honeymoon was a thru-hike of the Long Trail in Vermont.

This was such a fun session to photograph not only because Ann and Blake are such a cool couple, but I got to use the fountains in Five Points and shoot at night in some interesting locations. Congrats to these two!

 

Sarah Goldman is a photographer in Charleston, SC.

Front Steps Project | A Way to Bring Us Together During Social Distancing

We are over a week into social distancing with no end in sight. One positive is families are at home together. As a family photographer, I wondered how I could use my skills to bring some joy to my neighborhood. I have been inspired by Cara Soulia Photography in Boston, MA @followgreg in Cary, NC Christine Hamrick Photography on Sullivan’s Island and many others who are spreading joy (and NOT the Coronavirus!) to their neighbors.

#theFrontStepsProject aims to bring communities together (virtually and with strict social distancing) in a time when we are all isolated. Beginning Tuesday March 24th (and for as long as I’m able due to evolving guidelines) I will be taking 5-minute portraits of families on their front porches. I will email the digital file to you within a few days. Absolutely no fee or catch, but please consider making a donation to Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC) or Calvary Women’s Services (or a charity of your choice that is helping those in need during this difficult time.) Portraits will be taken outside with a long lens from at least 10 feet away. Pets included. This is not a typical family portrait session – feel free to come as you are, wear PJs, mismatched clothes – anything goes! Let’s document this unique time spread some joy in our neighborhood! Please fill out the form to sign up for a time slot.

https://form.jotform.com/sarahgoldmanp…/front-steps-project-

 

Winter Beach Session | Crone Family

Sometimes in South Carolina it’s nice enough to go to the beach in the winter.  We lucked out on a beautiful day for the Crone Family’s photos last Christmas!  There was a gorgeous sunset that started out orange and turned pink and a really cool vintage truck was in the parking lot at Folly Beach County Park.  The owner was generous enough to let us take some photos with it. 🙂

Sarah Goldman is a beach photographer at Folly Beach.

Can’t Buy Me Love | 34 West Theater Co.

34 West‘s latest show, Can’t Buy Me Love has everything you’ve come to expect from this talented bunch:   sensational acting, great music, a hilarious story, tons of laughs, and “how did they think of that?” use of props!  They call it “Working Girl Meets Pretty in Pink”.  The show only runs through November 16th, so go see if you can snag a ticket!

https://www.34west.org/tickets/cant-buy-me-love

 

Sarah Goldman is a photographer in Charleston, SC

Charleston Family Session | Orris Family

The Orris family planned a big family vacation to Charleston this year and they booked the perfect hotel that is close to everything:  The Mills House.  We met there to begin our walk/photo session.  They wanted some family photos that showed “the charm of the South”.  With all the cobblestone streets, live oaks, and beautiful Charleston architecture, I think they picked the perfect location!

 

Sarah Goldman is a family photographer in Charleston, SC.