Captured by Kate Photography

Camera Equipment For Sale

2012-01-18T14:38:00.003-05:00

I'm cleaning out my photo bag to make room for new gear. Please let me know if you are interested in any items below.

Canon 50 mm 1.4 Lens - Original Box and Manual $250

Canon EF 24mm 1.4 L Lens- Original Box and Manual $1100

Canon EOS 5D Full Frame 12.8 MP Digital SLR Camera $900

I have the original box, manuals and cables.

It comes with a neck strap, two batteries and battery charger.

The Little Black Book

2011-12-09T14:47:00.005-05:00

Middleton Place Wedding from Red Letter Events and Captured by Kate Photography

To see the full Post visit: http://www.stylemepretty.com/2011/12/09/middleton-place-wedding-from-red-letter-events-captured-by-kate

Planner: Red Letter Events / Ceremony: Butterfly Lakes at Middleton Place / Reception: Pavilion at Middleton Place / Caterer: Duvall Catering / Bar: Duvall / Ceremony Music: Classical Charleston / Reception Music: Gentlemen & Their Lady / Photographer: Captured by Kate / Florist: Lotus / Pastry: Ashley Bakery / Rentals: Duvall, Eventworks, PDA Lighting, & BBJ Linens / Bride Dress: Monique Lhuillier / Bridesmaid Dress: Badgley Mischka

Kristin + Drew 11.05.11

2011-12-06T19:39:00.001-05:00

Congratulations to Kristin and Drew who wed on November 5th at the Unitarian Church in downtown Charleston. A fabulous reception followed just a few blocks down the street at Hibernian Hall.

Wedding Coordinator: Elizabeth Toms
Flowers: Tiger Lilly
Transportation: Absolutely Charleston
Assistant Photographer: Hunter McRey

Rya + Todd

2011-11-09T20:38:00.000-05:00

Congratulations to Rya and Todd who wed on October 22nd at the Ion Creek
Club. A lot more photos to come!

Kristin Towell's Bridal Portrait

2011-11-08T20:35:00.004-05:00

Congratulations to Kristin and Drew who wed on November 5th at the Unitarian Church in Downtown Charleston. Here are a few of Kristin’s gorgeous bridal portraits taken at Lowndes Grove a few weeks prior.

Gown: Kenneth Pool

Charleston Wedding Magazine Features Cailla and Bill's Reception

2011-11-08T19:42:00.002-05:00

Cailla Fleming first spotted Bill Brehmer as he was walking across Charleston’s MUSC campus.They started dating soon after, and three years later, Bill popped the question. Although they had moved to Charlottesville, Virginia, for Bill’s residency by that point, there was no doubt that they would exchange vows in Charleston, Cailla says since she craved a “vintage Southern wedding with lots of music, good food...and plenty of beverages!” The pair chose Magnolia Plantation & Gardens for the location and A Charleston Event & Bridal Library to fashion a day around electric pink and peacock blue—the bride’s favorite colors—accented with graceful touches of antique ivory lace. “The day definitely reflected the Southern heritage our relationship is rooted in,” says Cailla, “and adding the fun tones made the whole setting pop.”

Vendor List
Bridal Gown: Melissa Sweet  Bridesmaids Attire: Melissa Sweet from Bella Bridesmaid  Caterer: Carolina Catering  Ceremony & Reception Location: Magnolia Plantation & Garden  Florals: Charleston Florals Groom & Groomsmen: Jos. A. Bank in Charleston Linens: A Charleston Event & Bridal Library   Photographer: Captured by Kate  Rentals: Group Dynamics  Stationary: Reaves Engraving Wedding Design & Coordination: A Charleston Event & Bridal Library

To see the full article visit: http://www.charlestonmag.com/weddings/feature/pink_n_blue http://www.charlestonmag.com/weddings/feature/pink_n_blue

Kate Thornton for the New York Times

2011-10-24T15:53:00.001-04:00

To read the full article visit: http://travel.nytimes.com/2011/09/04/travel/great-hall-at-the-charleston-city-market-heads-up.html?scp=1&sq=charleston&st=cse

Weddings Unveiled / Real Wedding ~ Camille and Chris

2011-10-18T18:11:00.003-04:00

Camille and Chris' wedding at Pepper Plantation pavilion in Charleston, SC was sent to us by photographer Kate Thornton of Captured by Kate. The barn inspired pavilion's deep Lowcountry style porches, open air cathedral ceiling, and lakeside lawn with dock and gazebo created the perfect backdrop for the couple's Southern affair. Punctuated by a palette of soft gray, crisp white, fresh green and vibrant yellow the outdoor soiree had a fresh, breezy appeal of a perfect spring day. Outdoors soft seating with decorative pillows in hues of gray and yellow set on the porch with mirrored coffee tables adorned with fluffy blooms in yellow and white created by Sara York Grimshaw Designs. Indoors guest tables were draped in soft gray linens with alternating centerpieces of large bouquets and tall silver lanterns nestled in wreaths of yellow blooms. Custom yellow and white chevron print cocktail table cuffs and table overlays made by Hannah Alexander of WED added a bold graphic touch to the decor, while mercury glass votives and lanterns gave the space a warm glow. To see more of Camille and Chris' Southern affair, visit the Captured by Kate blog!

Credits:

Photography: Captured by Kate. Second Photographer: Jake Drake. Gown: Fabulous Frocks. Bridesmaid Dresses: Bella Bridesmaid. Wedding Coordinator and Decor: Hannah Alexander with WED. Printed Goods: designed by the Groom. Ceremony Venue: Palmetto Presbyterian Church. Reception Venue: Pepper Plantation. Florist: Sara York Grimshaw Designs. Rentals: Snyder Event Rentals and Snyder Lounge. Lighting: TEC. Caterer: Granville's. Cake: Wedding Cakes by Jim Smeal.

http://weddingsunveiledblog.blogspot.com/2011/08/real-wedding-camille-and-chris.html#comment-form

Ryan + Jeff

2011-10-17T18:02:00.002-04:00

Congratulations to Ryan and Jeff who wed on October 1st, 2011. Their ceremony took place on the lawn of the Palmer House, one of the signature homes along the Charleston battery. After cocktails on the lawn the party moved to McCrady’s restaurant for a reception.

Wedding Coordinator: Elizabeth Toms
Officiate: Doug Farmer

Claire 1 Month

2011-09-09T16:01:00.001-04:00

Today is our sweet baby girl's one month birthday!

One Year Ago …. Thailand!

2011-06-22T14:26:00.001-04:00

After seeing the Hangover Two this past weekend, which was seriously raunchy and not as funny as the first. It reminded me that my husband and I were in Thailand last June and I never really posted any photos because I was too busy playing catch-up when I returned home. It was an AMAZING vacation and I would highly suggest adding Thailand to your bucket list.

Me after 30 hours of flying and two Ambiens.

A lot of the Hangover Two was filmed on this balcony.

Kate + Taylor 5.7.11

2011-06-02T14:30:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to Kate and Taylor who wed on the lawn over looking the Butterfly Lakes at Middleton Place Plantation! Guest were then treated to a cocktail hour overlooking the Mill Pond followed by a fabulous reception at the Middleton Place Pavilion.

Wedding Décor and Coordinator: Red Letter Events
Hair: Charlotte Belk of Elysium Salon
Catering: Duvall

Weddings Unveiled / Real Wedding ~ Ashley and Will

2011-05-31T12:41:00.001-04:00

Ashley and Will were married in Charleston, SC in a classic Southern affair photographed by Captured by Kate Photography. The wonderful team at WED designed the event in a fresh summery palette of soft pink, apricot, green, pale blues and cream. Ashley wore a beautiful Amsale gown with lace bodice and organza skirt, while her bridesmaids wore short flowing chiffon gowns in a brilliant pacific blue. The couple exchanged vows at the gorgeous Cathedral of St. John the Baptist followed by a reception at the historic Mills House Hotel. Cream linens draped over the tables, which were paired with mahogany chiavari chairs creating a contrast to the softness of the tablescape. WED created a mixture of centerpieces from low arrangements of hydrangea and roses to tall tumbling arrangements featuring hydrangea blossoms, roses and strands of dendrobium orchids set in tall silver engraved trumpet vases. White couches add some elegant soft seating that wrapped around a towering centerpiece of branches adorned with strands of hanging crystals. Don't miss a single detail, including the couple's incredible piped confection from Weddings Cakes by Jim Smeal and their getaway rickshaw decorated with a "Just Married," sign and strands of pale blue ribbon. Enjoy!

Credits:
Photography: Captured by Kate Photography. Wedding Coordinator: WED. Invitations: Calligraphy by Elizabeth Porcher Jones. Hair: Hailey Nagel of Allure. Makeup: Kory Mahoney of Trish McEvoy. Gown: Amsale. Shoes: Kate Spade. Florist: WED. Ceremony Venue: Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Reception: The Mills House Hotel. Band: Soul Function. Cake: Wedding Cakes by Jim Smeal. Transportation: Absolutely Charleston.

Camille + Chris 5.6.11

2011-05-26T15:50:00.003-04:00

Congratulations to Camille and Chris who wed on May 6th at Palmetto Presbyterian Church a reception followed at Pepper Plantation

Wedding Dress: Fabulous Frocks
Bridesmaids Dresses: Bella Bridesmaid
Flowers: Sara York Grimshaw Designs

Decor and Wedding Coordination: Hannah Alexander with WED

Catering: Granvilles

Second Photographer: Jake Drake

57 Cannon / New Office

2011-05-18T17:16:00.000-04:00

Take a look at the new Captured by Kate office! We are now located on the top floor of a yellow Charleston single, 57 Cannon Street, above Magar Hat Works and next to Sugar bakery.

Style Me Pretty!

2011-05-05T16:17:00.003-04:00

Charleston Wedding by Captured by Kate Photography / May 4th. 2011 by Erin

We have the sweetest Charleston wedding to munch on for a bit. Captured by Kate Photography snapped all the pretty images with the help of second shooter Jake Drake Photography and it is a Southern sea of pink right down to the lovely hued shoes on the Bride’s feet. We can’t help but swoon over all the girly greatness put together by A Charleston Event. Care to join? See more of this soirée here.

From the Bride… During a visit back to Charleston the last week of August 2009, Bill surprised me with a beautiful room at the Vendue Inn, along with a sweet marriage proposal. I always knew I wanted to get married in the garden at Magnolia Plantation in front of the little white bridge, underneath the oak trees, rain or shine. We chose early October of 2010 as our date, and I immediately started planning my idea of a perfect vintage Southern wedding.
A few of my favorite details were the antique blue Mason jars & the candelabras (both which took me months of hunting & gathering from many antique stores), the antique lace & doilies (which belonged to Bill’s late grandmother) used throughout the location, Mrs. Brehmer’s vintage chandelier that hung above us during the ceremony, and all the fuschia pink tones partnered with peacock feathers scattered around the Veranda. We even had a few peacocks make an appearance!

My most treasured memory was before the ceremony when Bill made a blindfolded visit over to where I was getting ready with my bridesmaids. We really wanted a photo of the two of us holding hands, but not seeing each other, before it was time to walk down the aisle. It turned out absolutely perfect! The best part was when Bill slipped me a note he had written on one of our wedding cocktail napkins. Altogether, our wedding couldn’t have been more perfect.

Wedding Photography: Captured by Kate Photography / Second Photographer: Jake Drake Photography / Wedding Coordinator: A Charleston Event & Bridal Library / Makeup: Leslie Moore / Floral Design: Elyn Rahman of Charleston Florals (A Division of A Charleston Event) / Catering: Carolina Catering / Entertainment: Permanent Vacation / Wedding Cake: Linda Blackwell of Artistic Cakes by Linda / Wedding Venue: Magnolia Plantation & Gardens / Wedding Dress: Melissa Sweet / Bridesmaid & Flower Girl Dresses: Melissa Sweet / Groom & Groomsmen Attire: JoS. A. Bank / Ring Bearer Bow Ties: Etsy / Bride’s Shoes: Kate Spade

Erika + Alex 4.9.11

2011-04-29T14:50:00.002-04:00

What a glorious day for a wedding! Congrats to Erika and Alex who wed on April 9th at the Planters Inn. Erika, AKA Martha Stewart filled her wedding day with tons of personal details and style.

KATE + William!

2011-04-29T14:46:00.002-04:00

Lara + Joe

2011-04-20T15:26:00.001-04:00

Lara and Joe wed at White Point Gardens on April 2nd, 2011. The couple and the wedding party traveled on a horse and carriage to the reception at the Mills House Hotel. It was the perfect day for an outdoor feat!

Charleston Cruise Port / NY Times

2011-04-20T14:53:00.002-04:00

I have a photo in the NY Times today. It accompanies a story on the Charleston Cruise Port.

Click HERE to read the article

Sara + Adam on the Wedding Row

2011-04-19T14:53:00.003-04:00

Katie + Brian Engagement Portraits

2011-04-13T15:10:00.001-04:00

Spring is a popular time for portraits…. I had a fun time photographing Katie and Brian a few weeks ago at the Isle of Palms, Wild Dunes Resort. The couple plans to hold their wedding ceremony and reception at the resort next summer.

Meredith + Tom's Engagement Portraits

2011-04-11T10:58:00.000-04:00

Spring has truly sprung in Charleston. On Saturday, March 26th I photographed Meredith and Tom's engagement portraits in downtown Charleston. What a lovely spring day and a lovely couple.

Ellie O'Connell / 2 Weeks

2011-04-07T15:25:00.000-04:00

I was thrilled to photograph Ellie's 2 week portraits. I photographed her parents wedding in March of 2007. Her mother Heidi and I have been close ever sense. They are a great looking family!

Kristin + Drew's Engagement Portrait

2011-04-06T17:14:00.001-04:00

I had a wonderfull time photographing Kristin and Drew's engagement portraits in beautiful Downtown Charleston a few weeks ago. They are really fun couple.

Sarah and Tommy's Maternity Portraits

2011-03-18T11:49:00.002-04:00

I was honored to photograph maternity portraits for my good friend and fellow photographer Sarah Glenn. Sara and Tommy had a healthy baby girl named Elizabeth just a few days after the photo shoot.

Santa Fe Workshops / Peter Yang

2011-02-23T17:06:00.002-05:00

I'm excited to attend Editorial Portraiture with Peter Yang February 27th - March 5th in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Peter is an accomplished photographer who has photographed for Rolling Stone, Pepsi, Nationwide Insurance, Mobile Oil, Tylenol, Bank of America, and Chevrolet, among others. Also, I've never been to the southwest before. It will be a new adventure.

To find out more about the workshop CLICK HERE
To see Peter Yang's impressive portfolio CLICK HERE

Rebekah and Richard are on the Unveild Blog!

2011-02-10T16:54:00.003-05:00

Real Wedding ~ Rebekah and Richard

Rebekah and Richard's detail-packed affair in Myrtle Beach was sent to us by Captured by Kate. The event was designed in a beautiful breezy palette of blues from cobalt to soft powder accented with a mixture of natural tones in ivory, khaki and green. Situated on the Intracoastal Waterway the manicured lawns of the ceremony featured tumbling arrangements of fluffy white peonies paired with blue and white hydrangea blossoms that sat in large black pedestals framing the aisle, while smaller versions in weaved baskets sat as centerpieces on the guest tables for the reception. A brilliantly draped ivory tent covered the pool that was filled with water lilies and gorgeous floating white blooms. Uplighting and candlelight provided a nice warm glow, while pendant chandeliers hung from the ceiling adorned with strands of dendrobium orchids. Don't miss a single detail, including the couple's exquisite four tier confection with three white round tiers with vine and leaf design set on a base tier mimicking the handmade weave of a basket created by Incredible Edibles. To see more of Rebekah and Richard's stunning South Carolina wedding, visit the Captured by Kate blog!

Credits:
Photography: Captured by Kate. Wedding Coordinator: Della Ramsey Weddings. Florist: Blossoms Events. Cake: Incredible Edibles.

Mollie + Cameron's Reception

2011-02-04T14:37:00.000-05:00

The reception took place at The Cotton Dock at Boone Hall

Ohh! Events designed the decor

Inspiration

2011-01-24T12:19:00.002-05:00

artist unknown

The Wedding Row

2011-01-13T17:11:00.001-05:00

I am excited to see Kitsy and Marks Wedding featured on The Wedding Row today!

Carrie + Joseph's Engagement Portraits

2011-01-11T17:03:00.002-05:00

Carrie and Josephs Engagement Portraits featuring Max and Tonco

2011

2011-01-05T16:18:00.001-05:00

My New Years resolution is to pay more attention to my blog and to workout three days a week. Let's see how I do.

Mollie + Cameron - Part 1

2010-12-23T14:06:00.003-05:00

Congratulations to Mollie and Cameron who wed at St. Andrews Church on December 11th, 2010. More photos to come.

Marshall + Bryan 11.13.10

2010-12-20T12:13:00.002-05:00

Congratulations to Marshall and Bryan who wed on November 13th, 2010 at Grace Episcopal Church in Downtown Charleston. A fabulous reception followed at the Carolina Yacht Club.

Event Coordination and Floral Design: Doris King
Band: The Atlanta Showstoppers
Transportation: Absolutely Charleston

Mollie + Cameron

2010-12-14T14:54:00.003-05:00

I was thrilled to be part of Mollie and Cameron's winter wedding this past weekend. the couple wed at St. Andrews Church in Mount Pleasant and a reception followed at The Boone Hall Cotton Dock. The reception was decorated with tons of festive Christmas lights, mistletoe. and antique lanterns.

Below are a few of there engagement photos. Also taken at Boone Hall.

Andrew

2010-11-29T13:56:00.001-05:00

I had a blast photographing my favorite neighbor, Andrew Angermeier, age 4, a few weeks ago at Hampton Park…. He is such a sweet subject.

Carol Hannah Trunk Show

2010-11-21T11:11:00.001-05:00

The Carol Hannah Trunk Show I photographed last weekend at Maddison Row is on the Wedding Row!

The post also featured the fabulous Sara York Grimshaw and Bella Bridesmaid.

http://theweddingrow.com/carol-hannah-maddison-row/

Tracy

2010-11-12T13:52:00.003-05:00

I photographed my friend Tracy a few weeks ago. These photos were taken around my office building in Downtown Charleston at the beginning of autumn.

Whale of a Sale

2010-11-08T19:55:00.002-05:00

100% of the proceeds from this event go toward fighting hunger and homelessness in the Lowcountry. You can purchase your ticket from the Charleston Junior League office.

Cailla + Bill 10.02.10

2010-10-22T15:16:00.001-04:00

Congratulations to Cailla and Bill who wed in a beautiful fall garden at Magnolia Plantation on Oct. 2nd, 2010. The ceremony was followed by an incredible reception at the Magnolia Plantation House.
Wedding Coordinator: A Charleston Event
Make-Up: Leslie Moore
Florist: ACE Florals
Caterer: Carolina Catering
Entertainment: Permanent Vacation
Wedding Cake: Artistic Cakes
Second Photographer: Jake Drake

Wedding Crashers

2010-10-22T14:33:00.000-04:00

This couple crashed my Sept. 18th wedding at Wild Dunes. Lookout for them at your next event :-)

Wedding Calligraphy

2010-10-20T16:02:00.002-04:00

A fun wedding day detail taken from one of my summer weddings.

Calligraphy by Josie

Magnolia Plantation 9.17.10

2010-10-07T14:55:00.001-04:00

Cailla Fleming Brehmer’s Bridal Portrait

http://www.magnoliaplantation.com/

Clint Clemens

2010-09-27T15:33:00.001-04:00

The American Society of Media Photographers South Carolina Chapter's next seminar is this Friday at BMW Zentrum.

East Meets West

2010-09-21T15:00:00.001-04:00

Real Life Wedding Published on CharlestonWeddingMagazing.com

Visit: http://www.charlestonmag.com/weddings/feature/east_meets_west

Shannon & Roy 9.18.10

2010-09-21T14:31:00.002-04:00

I had a wonderful time photographing Shannon and Roy's Wild Dunes wedding this past weekend. Luckily we avoided the rain.

Crist & Matt 8.21.10

2010-09-17T05:25:00.001-04:00

Congratulations to Crist and Matt!

Ceremony / Reception: Cassique

Wedding Coordinator: Jeri St. Germain

Flowers / Decor: Sara York Grimshaw Designs

Hair: DeRon S. Butler

Calligraphy: Calligraphy by Josie

36 Hours NY Times

2010-09-11T19:14:00.001-04:00

CLICK HERE TO READ THE ARTICLE

The Wedding Row

2010-09-07T16:14:00.000-04:00

Jan and Mark on The Wedding Row!

Louise & Rick's Engagement 8.22.10

2010-09-07T15:23:00.000-04:00

Church of Our Savior on Johns Island

Crist & Matt

2010-08-26T21:27:00.002-04:00

I had a fabulous time photographing Crist and Matt's gorgeous Cassique wedding this past weekend! Congrats to the happy couple.

Love how her shoes match the shutters!

36 Hours in Charleston for the New York Times 2007

2010-08-24T09:30:00.002-04:00

I just wrapped up a 36 hours in Charleston picture story for the New York Times. It has not been published yet so I can't share the photos or text. However, this morning I came across the first story I ever photographed for the Times in 2007. It was a 36 hours in Charleston. I think all of this information is still relevant so I've decided to re-share it.

By CHRIS DIXON
Published: March 11, 2007
CHARLESTON became a new city in 2005. Once choked off from its northern suburbs by a pair of dangerously obsolete trussed spans, residents can now zip over the Cooper River along the new Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge — a 3.5-mile-long, eight-lane wonder. More than a traffic shortcut, the Ravenel Bridge has fundamentally altered Charleston's psychology. Nowhere is this more true than on the bridge's wide bike-and-pedestrian lane. Suburban moms from Mount Pleasant rub elbows with families from gritty downtown Charleston. And Lycra-wearing cyclists whiz past iPod-clutching joggers from the bustling Citadel and College of Charleston. It's a perfect symbol for Charleston, straddling the Old and New South.
Friday
3 p.m.  1) IN THE GARDEN OF GOOD
While Charleston cannot boast as many oak-ringed parks as Savannah, the four-block Gateway Walk is just as beautiful, with a series of interconnected and semihidden gardens. The walk is lined with moss-laden oaks and takes you past the city's most historically significant churches. Among them are St. John's Lutheran Church (5 Clifford Street, 843-723-2426; www.stjohnscharleston.org), whose building goes back to 1817, and St. Philip's Church (142 Church Street, 843-722-7734; www.stphilipschurchsc.org) whose steeple was once used as a lighthouse.
4 p.m.  2) MEET AT MARKET
The intersection of Meeting and Market Streets is dominated by Market Hall, a Greek Revival temple built in 1841 that houses a vibrant open-air mall. The northern end has a number of small, enclosed shops that sell hats, jewelry and Christmas ornaments, while the southern end is filled with jewelers, antiques dealers, painters, potters and weavers who make sweetgrass baskets — an African-American art form that was recently named the state's official handicraft. Noteworthy vendors include Turtle Creek (843-884-7521; www.puzzleboxguy.com), which sells hand-carved puzzle boxes made of cedar, walnut and canarywood (from about $20), and Else Olsen, who sells handmade jade and tiger eye necklaces ($25 to $45).
7 p.m.  3) FIND YOUR INNER SNOB
Good food is a big deal in Charleston, and East Bay Street has a glut of exceptional restaurants. Grill 225, Cypress, High Cotton and Magnolias have all garnered accolades, but the spotlight this year is on Slightly North of Broad, better known by its acronym SNOB (192 East Bay Street, 843-723-3424; www.mavericksouthernkitchens.com). The restaurant may be less formal and more intimate than its neighbors, but what sets SNOB apart are fresh ingredients, largely supplied by organic farmers on nearby Wadmalaw Island. Try the local shrimp and grits, made from heirloom corn grown and milled nearby ($14.50). Expect local peach cobbler and peach sangria soon.
9 p.m.  4) PIE, CAKE OR WINE
Stroll along picturesque Market Street and end up at Kaminsky's Most Excellent Café (78 North Market Street, 843-853-8270; www.tbonz.com/kam.asp), a boisterous spot for sweets like Toll House cookie pie ($3.95 a slice). For a quieter setting, head farther north to the City Lights coffee shop (141 Market Street, 843-853-7067). It's an intimate spot to unwind with a glass of wine or delicious carrot cake ($4.95).
Saturday
9 a.m.  5) PROPOSING A TOAST
Tropical Toast at Diana's (155 Meeting Street, 843-534-0043; www.tropicaltoast.com) looks fairly plain on the outside, but inside, you'll find a cozy place decorated like a Jimmy Buffett song with a thatch hut bar and palm tree motifs. The breakfasts include currant French toast stuffed with apples or peaches ($7.50 single, $9.79 double), and Eggs Meeting Street ($11.99) — a stack of poached eggs, fried green tomatoes, crab cakes and rémoulade.
10:30 a.m.  6) COUSIN ARTHUR
Named after its dogged champion, a former state senator affectionately known as “Cousin” Arthur Ravenel, the $632 million bridge is a graceful, arching ribbon supported by a pair of 572-foot-tall towers laced with 128 suspension cables. But its beauty belies its strength. The bridge was designed to withstand a 7.3 Richter scale earthquake (like the one that nearly leveled the city in 1886). The real winner is the greenway, popular with bicyclists and joggers. Bike the Bridge Rentals (360 Concord Street, 843-853-2453; www.bikethebridgerentals.com) rents bicycles starting at $15 for three hours.
Noon  7) WHY IT'S CALLED PLEASANT
Explore the historic village of Mount Pleasant, settled by colonists in the late 1600s, a mossy and oak-shrouded community that is among the prettiest in the Lowcountry. Historical highlights include the Mount Pleasant Presbyterian Church (302 Hibben Street, 843-884-4612; www.mppc.net), which once housed a school for freed slaves, and the Pitt Street Pharmacy (111 Pitt Street, 843-884-4051; www.pittstreetpharmacy.com), which dates back to 1938. Order a cherry Coke float from the old soda fountain ($3.25). Or hop across the Sullivan's Island Causeway for Poe's Tavern (2210 Middle Street, 843-883-0083), a popular lunch spot in an old beach house. Try the spicy yellowfin tuna tacos with pineapple relish ($10.75).
3 p.m.  8) GULLAH TOUR
To learn about the culture of Lowcountry African-Americans, hop aboard the Gullah Tours (843-763-7551; www.gullahtours.com) led by Alphonso Brown, a lifelong resident who demonstrates his native Gullah tongue. Mr. Brown displays an encyclopedic knowledge of oft-overlooked sites like the Brown Fellowship Graveyard for Light Skinned Blacks (not to be confused with the Thomas Smalls Graveyard for the Society of Freed Blacks of Dark Complexion just next to it). The two-hour tour meets at Gallery Chuma Art Gallery (43 John Street) and cost $18.
5 p.m.  9) HANDBAGS AND OTHER PEARLS
King Street is the city's retail strip, and mixed among the Urban Outfitters and Quiksilvers are local treasures. The chic handbag maker Mary Norton has her flagship store, MooRoo, at No. 316 (843-724-1081; www.mooroo.com). Geo. C. Birlant & Company (191 King Street, 843-722-3842; www.birlant.com) is among the largest of the area's antiques dealers. And Croghan's Jewel Box (308 King Street, 843-723-3594; www.croghansjewelbox.com), which has been in the same family for 92 years, carries an impressive collection of estate jewelry, including Tahitian and South Sea pearls.
7 p.m.  10) OAK ON THE MENU
Bring your shopping bags to Coast (39-D John Street, 843-722-8838; www.coastbarandgrill.com), a casual, hip restaurant in a former indigo warehouse. It has open oak grills and tin-roofed booths that draw savvy locals. The menu, which specializes in local seafood, includes a tangy shellfish and watermelon ceviche ($12.95) and daily catches that are grilled and served with sauces like rémoulade or pineapple-chili salsa ($18.50 to $19.95).
9:30 p.m.  11) OLD TOWN IN NEW LIGHT
For a scenic nightcap, head to the popular rooftop Pavilion Bar at the Market Pavilion Hotel (225 East Bay Street, 843-723-0500; www.marketpavilion.com). Order a Paviliontini, made with Absolut Citron, pineapple juices with a splash of orange juice ($7.50), and gaze out over the town's steeples and dark waters of Ashley River. To the north, the illuminated Ravenel Bridge rises above the U.S.S. Yorktown Museum.
Sunday
9:30 a.m.  12) HEARING BELLS
Old Charleston is made for walking. Start your Sunday constitutional at St. Michael's Episcopal Church (71 Broad Street, 843-723-0603; www.stmichaelschurch.net) and hear the enormous bronze bells ring at 9:40 a.m. sharp. The surrounding streets are residential, and it's easy to imagine what life was like here 150 years ago. A walk along the waterfront will carry you past grand mansions to White Point Gardens (East Battery Street and Murray Boulevard). It was at this oak- and palmetto-lined sanctuary where townspeople watched the first shots fired on nearby Fort Sumter in 1861.
1 p.m.  13) AMONG THE DOLPHINS
Charleston may be among the country's oldest cities, but there is still plenty of wildlife nearby. If the sun is out, go sea kayaking along Folly and Sol Legare Creeks, home to more than 250 species of birds. The waters teem with Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, which exhibit a fascinating behavior known as strand feeding. Groups of dolphins run schools of shad and mullet out of the water and onto mud flats and then eat them. Coastal Expeditions (2223 Folly Road, 843-406-0640; www.coastalexpeditions.com) has three-hour trips for $58 a person.
VISITOR INFORMATION
Charleston International Airport (www.chs-airport.com) is served by Delta, Continental, Northwest, US Airways, American Eagle and United Express. A rental car is recommended, but the Charleston Black Cab Company (843-216-2627, www.charlestonblackcabcompany.com) offers London-style taxis from the airport to downtown ($29 for one person, $40 for two or more).
Charleston has plenty of impeccable hotels and bed-and-breakfasts. At the luxury end is the Market Pavilion Hotel (225 East Bay Street, 843-723-0500; www.marketpavilion.com), which has 66 opulent rooms with mahogany furniture and four-poster beds. Rooms average $350.
For a quiet and romantic getaway, check into the Old Village Post House in Mount Pleasant (101 Pitt Street, 843-388-8935, www.mavericksouthernkitchens.com). This six-room 1888 inn features 10-foot-high ceilings and original hardwood floors. Rooms, all with private bath, are $115 to $195.
The Holiday Inn Historic District (125 Calhoun Street, 843-805-7900, www.holidayinn.com ) is centrally located near Marion Square Park and shop-filled King Street, and has a stellar concierge. Rooms start at $159.

Destination I Do

2010-07-15T20:00:00.002-04:00

Real Destination Wedding in Beautiful Elbow Cay

Words by Courtney Cox
Photos courtesy of Captured by Kate

Alexis vacationed at Elbow Cay as a child, so when she and Jon got engaged she knew that the small island was just the place for her dream destination wedding. Elbow Cay is a 6-mile long island located in the Abaco Islands of the Bahamas. Its infamous lighthouse, built in 1863, was part of the backdrop for Alexis and Jon’s wedding.

The couple rented a house for the week and invited 30 of their closest friends and family. Because there are so few cars allowed on the island, the couple treated each of their guests to rented golf carts.

The week of the wedding was laidback and intimate. The morning of the wedding, Alexis’s family took the party out on her father's sport fishing boat for a quick cruise through the Atlantic. The ceremony took place at a small church in Hope Town. The white washed chapel and pale yellow shutters radiated the feel of the tropics.

The couple traveled from the church to the reception site in a personalized golf cart with a “just married” sign and tin cans trailing behind them. The reception took place at the Abaco Inn with stunning views of the turquoise Atlantic.

The bride and groom went non-traditional when it came to designing the boutonnieres and bouquets by using shells instead of fresh flowers. When it came to the gown, however, Alexis went with a classic—Vera Wang. The gown had tropical-shaped detailing and the bridesmaids wore Lilly Pulitzer.

Alexis and Jon wanted a meaningful destination wedding that all of their closest friends and family would love. That’s just want they found in Elbow Cay. We at Destination I Do wish them all the best.

More From Ashley & Will's 6.5.10 Wed

2010-07-11T20:42:00.004-04:00

Ceremony: St. John the Baptist
Reception: The Mills House
Flowers and Wedding Coordination: WED
Band: Soul Function

Snake Farm

2010-06-29T10:12:00.002-04:00

I'm back! Thailand was marvelous. I’ll post more photos soon.

Thailand

2010-06-11T17:11:00.003-04:00

I’m off to Thailand June 12 - 28. I know it will be an amazing vacation. I hope I get to meet this guy on the beach.

Spring Weddings

2010-06-11T17:09:00.001-04:00

Time to feature some weddings....... I've been a bit slack with my blog and I have had some amazing clients and been apart of some AWESOME weddings this spring!!!

Ashley & Will 6.5.10

2010-06-11T17:00:00.003-04:00

A sneak-peek at Ashley and Will's wedding this past weekend.

Ceremony: Cathedral St John the Baptist
Reception: The Mills House

Lindsay & Ryan 5.22.10

2010-06-11T16:57:00.003-04:00

Ceremony: St Philip Benizi
Reception: Old Santee Canal Park

Kathryn & Campbell 5.15.10

2010-06-11T16:52:00.004-04:00

Ceremony: St. Philip's Church (Kathryn’s parents were married at the same church!)
Reception: Carolina Yacht Club

Sally & Jonathan 4.14.10

2010-06-11T16:44:00.004-04:00

Ceremony: Pawleys Island Presbyterian Church
Reception: Litchfield Plantation

New York Times Travel Story

2010-06-08T18:59:00.009-04:00

To discover some great new restaurants and hotels in Charleston, visit this link and click on the slide show to see a travel story I recently documented for the New York Times. http://travel.nytimes.com/2010/04/25/travel/25get.html

Interview

2010-05-21T12:48:00.009-04:00

I've recently added an interview to my website! Visit my website or YouTube to see the interview.

This interview was made possible by these amazing professionals. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

www.velvetsaloncharleston.com
www.harttoheartmedia.com
www.patpropllc.com

Behind the Scenes

Photos by Kip Bullwinkle

Brody

2010-05-18T15:41:00.003-04:00

My two year old Labradoodle Brody goes to the groomers tomorrow for his summer cut. So I took some shaggy dog photos over the weekend. I honestly have know idea how I make it to work every morning and leave Brody behind. He melts my heart everyday.

The Wedding Row

2010-05-12T12:49:00.007-04:00

My photographs recently accompanied a post about Stems and Mothers Day on The Wedding Row.

Mother’s Days are filled with flowers and gratitude to the women in our lives that are steadfast and love us unconditionally. In honor and celebration of all of the moms, I bring you a visual feast of flowers. These are all the creations of Anne Bowen, owner of Stems, and we just adore her fabulous talent. Anne is an artist. Her canvases are the flowers that she blends into her gorgeously artful arrangements.

Real Wedding - Melissa and Keith

2010-05-03T15:39:00.008-04:00

Have you ever been to a wedding where there was a pig as a guest? No? That's strange... it happens all the time! Ok, we're totally kidding. We've seen a lot of weddings, but this was a first for us. When Captured by Kate photographer Kate Thornton sent us Melissa and Keith's pretty spring wedding planned by Something to Celebrate at Lowndes Grove, admittedly it was Dallas Alice, the couple's adorable pet pig, that caught our eye. We took a closer look and the fun event had so many pretty details that we couldn't wait to share them with you.

Melissa chose a palette of fresh green, crisp white and an array of violet hues, ranging from deep purple to pale lavender. Her bridesmaids wore cocktail dresses in bold plum and carried massed bouquets that included green hydrangea and violet ranunculus. Pomanders of light green and purple hydrangea on shepherds hooks lined the aisle for the outdoor ceremony and Dallas Alice wandered nearby while Melissa and Keith exchanged vows.

The reception was a mixture of indoor and outdoor atmospheres, with a tent staged on the grounds near the plantation house. The tables were set in pristine white linens with centerpieces created in a lush mixture of green and purple blooms. Bamboo chairs added a natural element, while wrought iron chandeliers draped in florals hung overhead. Don't miss a single detail, including the couple's four tier cake with exquisite green piping details by Ashley Bakery and a few special appearances by Alice Dallas! To see more of Melissa and Keith's Charleston wedding, visit the Captured by Kate blog.

Credits:
Photography: Captured by Kate. Wedding Coordinator: Something to Celebrate. Venue: Lowndes Grove. Caterer: Fish. Florist: Timeless Designs. Cake: Ashley Bakery. Entertainment: Other Brother Entertainment and Stage Presence. Officiant: Nancy Russell. Transportation: Absolutely Charleston and Compass. Rentals: Snyder Rental and Stage Presence.

Pamela & Chris 4.10.10

2010-05-03T09:29:00.005-04:00

Congratulations to Pamela and Chris who wed on April 10th at the French Huguenot Church a reception followed at the Mills House.
Decor and flowers by Distinctive Events

Ashley & Will

2010-04-29T13:15:00.006-04:00

Boone Hall Engagement Portrait

Shannon and Roy's Engagement Portraits

2010-04-21T12:14:00.004-04:00

I love that Shannon invited her grandmother to join us! It was such a beautiful spring day. All four of us had a blast. We photographed at Boone Hall and the Isle of Palms.

Ocracoke Style

2010-04-08T16:44:00.002-04:00

Captured by Kate Photography featured on Ocracoke Style's Website!!!

Sara & Adam 3.6.10

2010-04-01T14:08:00.005-04:00

Congratulations to Sara Jones and Adam Whitfield who wed on March 6th at First Scots Presbyterian Church. A reception for the couple followed at Hibernian Hall.

Dress: Gown Boutique of Charleston
Make Up: Velvet Salon Downtown Charleston

Katherine & Jefferson 2.24.10

2010-03-19T18:21:00.001-04:00

Congratulations to a beautiful couple!

Romance Rocks

2010-03-17T11:38:00.000-04:00

Romance Rocks this Saturday at Marion Square!

Lindsay & Ryan

2010-03-10T20:25:00.003-05:00

Engagement Portraits at the College of Charleston

Addie 6 mo.

2010-03-08T14:44:00.002-05:00

Addie, Mom and Grandmother

Sara & Adam 3.6.10

2010-03-08T11:27:00.005-05:00

Congratulations to Sara and Adam who wed on Saturday, March 6th at First Scots, in Charleston, SC. A beautiful reception followed at Hibernian Hall.

Updating My Website

2010-03-02T13:59:00.000-05:00

Adding a little color.... Check out the new photos on my website!

Bridesmaid

2010-03-01T17:47:00.004-05:00

A cute way to ask a friend to be apart of your wedding party.

Charleston Snow 2.13.10

2010-02-18T15:30:00.007-05:00

To see more visit: http://www.capturedbykate.com/SnowDay/index.html

2009 Wedding Highlights

2010-02-10T15:02:00.005-05:00

A few of the oh-so-many wedding highlights of 2009.

Happy Holidays

2009-12-22T14:01:00.002-05:00

May all of the coming days be decorated with laughter & good cheer.

Rebekah & Richard 11.7.09

2009-12-08T17:34:00.002-05:00

Myrtle Beach, SC

Melissa & George's Reception

2009-12-08T17:03:00.003-05:00

Melissa and George's Wedding Day 10.31.09

2009-11-24T12:30:00.006-05:00

Congratulations to Melissa and George who wed on Halloween night at St. Michael's Church.... more photos to come from their fabulous reception at the Carolina Yacht Club.

Melissa and George's Rehearsal Dinner 10.30.09

2009-11-24T11:43:00.010-05:00

The Hin's hosted a beautiful rehearsal dinner at Society Hall. Mary Anne Snyder decorated and Chef Bob Waggoner cooked.

Old Fashioned Wedding Style

2009-11-17T14:52:00.003-05:00

I LOVED Kitsy's wedding day style as well as this old fashioned filter I just discovered in Photoshop. The filter looks a little cheesy on flowers but I love it on the other details.

Wedding cake by the amazing Jim Smeal

Vegetable Food Share

2009-11-17T11:41:00.002-05:00

My husband and I are apart of a food share or a CSA ("Community Supported Agriculture" program). We love it. My husband is a foodie and enjoys having fresh local vegetables each week to cook and prepare salads with. I've told a few friends and clients about the CSA and it's a little confusing if you have never heard about it before. However, the Post and Courier published an article about it today: http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2009/nov/17/csas-great-way-to-get-veggies/

The food share we are apart of is called Rita's Roots CSA Program. To find out more about them visit: http://ritasroots.wordpress.com/

Aisle Style

2009-11-12T12:08:00.004-05:00

This is a really cool exhibit I saw last month.

Bowen Rehearsal Dinner 10.23.09

2009-11-12T11:54:00.007-05:00

Caroline Heuring from Duvall asked me to contribute photos for a story on the Duvall Blog about Society Hall. Since I had the photos handy I have added them to my blog as well. What a fabulous rehearsal dinner the Bowens hosted!!!!

Kitsy & Mark 10.24.09

2009-11-06T13:02:00.004-05:00

Congratulations to Kitsy and Mark who wed at St. Michael's Church on October 24th, 2009. More photos from there amazing wedding to come....

Mary Connell and Tyler 10.17.10

2009-11-03T18:59:00.004-05:00

Congratulations to Mary Connell and Tyler who wed at the Pawleys Island Chapel on Oct. 17th. The reception followed at Litchfield Plantation.

Custom Holiday Cards

2009-11-02T15:17:00.004-05:00

Custom 4x8 inch holiday cards are now available in sets of 12 for $20. Envelopes are included. To find out more about these cards visit www.CapturedByKate.com. Click on "ABOUT." Above "ABOUT" you will see "LOGIN", click on that and then type in password: cards (case sensitive).

All card orders must be placed by Dec. 10th to insure delivery by Christmas.

Card designs by Studio R

Albums

2009-11-02T15:09:00.005-05:00

All album orders must be placed by Nov. 21 to insure delivery by Christmas.

Whale of a Sale

2009-10-28T13:16:00.002-04:00

SAVE THE DATE: Charleston's Largest Garage Sale is almost here!

WHAT: the 35th Annual Whale of a Sale
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2009
WHERE: the Gaillard Auditorium, 77 Calhoun Street
WHY: Proceeds fund the Junior League of Charleston’s programs focused on hunger & homelessness and early childhood education.
INFO: www.jlcharleston.org

Rachel and Michael 9.11.09

2009-10-20T10:15:00.005-04:00

The Ocean Course Kiawah Island

unveiled Blog

2009-10-12T10:40:00.000-04:00

I've made the weddings unveiled Blog!

http://weddingsunveiledblog.blogspot.com/

Natalie & Ryan

2009-10-07T11:10:00.003-04:00

Congratulations to Natalie and Ryan who wed on September 19th at the French Huguenot Church in Downtown Charleston. A reception followed at the The Country Club of Charleston on James Island.

"Experience Light"

2009-10-06T11:36:00.003-04:00

A little event I'm helping to organizing. Please spread the word.

The American Society of Media Photographers South Carolina chapter is pleased to host the renowned commercial and fine art photographer Parish Kohanim. Parish will share his lighting techniques this Friday, Oct. 9th at 1 p.m. at the BMW Zentrum in Greer, SC.

See details below. Please share this information with your colleagues, assistants, and students. We are expecting a big turnout. We already have 100 plus registered for the event.

Kate Thornton
ASMPSC Secretary

Style Me Pretty

2009-10-05T20:05:00.004-04:00

I love this blog. If you're planning a wedding check out their inspiration boards. They're really cool.