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iCloud is Not a Backup for Your Photos.

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Did you know? If you’re like most people, you think that lovely little cloud is backing up all of your photos. Here’s the truth: iCloud is a backup for your iPHONE. Not for your photos. Let me break it down:
iCloud is designed to mirror your phone. Everything on your phone is stored in iCloud. That way, if something happens to your phone (it shatters, gets dropped in water, just stops working, etc.), you don’t have to worry—you...

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What even is a photo print? There are 3 parts to know.

It wasn’t that long ago that you couldn’t order prints or albums anywhere other than from your photographer. That’s crazy to think about with the internet giving us the convenience and ease of ordering! But when you’re ordering on your own, it can get super, super overwhelming because there are so. many. options. This post […]

Apr 8, 2023

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Which is better: matte or glossy prints?

A lot of people have a hard time deciding whether to get a glossy print (has a shine/sheen to it) or a print without any kind of gloss or coating (no shine at all). Gloss tends to enhance the colors of a photo; however, it will make the photo more susceptible to fingerprints. Gloss also reflects […]

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Apr 8, 2023

Should I order a canvas or a print?

I get asked this a lot by moms who aren’t sure which to order of their daughter’s bridal portrait. A framed print? Classic. A canvas? Easy to display and totally in-style. My answer is to always think about what you plan to do with it long term. Whose going to keep it? (Mom or bride?) […]

Apr 8, 2023

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Lexington Baptist Church & Lexington Country Club Wedding | Abigail & Jeremiah

This classic wedding took place in Lexington, SC at Lexington Baptist Church with the wedding reception at Lexington Country Club. Blogged with help from Karly’s assistant Emily. View more weddings here. Vendors who helped make their day so special: Photography: Karly Richardson // Venues: Country Club of Lexington, Lexington Baptist Church // Coordination: Kayla Arsi //  Videographer: […]

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Apr 3, 2023

What even is a bridal session?

Don’t you take pictures of just the bride on the wedding day? I get asked this sometimes whenever people see the option of adding on a bridal session to their wedding package. The answer is YES, of course! I without a doubt will take a few portraits of the bride alone on the wedding day, […]

Mar 21, 2023

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Family Home Engagement Session in Batesburg, SC | Corbin & Heather

This engagement session took place at the groom’s family’s home in Batesburg, SC. Blogged with help from Karly’s assistant Emily. See more engagement sessions here.

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Mar 15, 2023

iCloud is not a backup for your photos

Did you know? If you’re like most people, you think that lovely little cloud is backing up all of your photos. Here’s the truth: iCloud is a backup for your iPHONE. Not for your photos. Let me break it down: iCloud is designed to mirror your phone. Everything on your phone is stored in iCloud. […]

Feb 22, 2023

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Lexington, SC Field Engagement Session | Breanna & Daniel

These engagement portraits were taken at the bride’s family’s home in Lexington, SC. Blogged with help from Karly’s assistant Emily. View more engagement sessions here.

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Feb 18, 2023

In-Home Newborn Portraits Baby Boy | Tripp

This in-home newborn session took place in Holly Hill, SC. Blogged with help from Karly’s assistant Emily. View more newborn and family sessions here.

Dec 29, 2022

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2022 Santa Mini Sessions at The Studio Square

These mini sessions were taken at The Studio Square, a rental photography studio in Columbia, SC. A special thank you to Santa Dan. He is the BEST Santa in Lexington and Columbia, SC! If you’d like to get in touch with him, send us a message and we will connect you with him! Blogged with […]

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Dec 29, 2022

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9 years. That's a lot of milestones, precious moments, and artwork I've been able to create. But where are all of those photographs now? I hope they are lining the walls of homes, plastered all over social media, sitting in albums on coffee tables, and organized in a way that makes them easy to find and enjoy. That's the hope. My mission is to help you make that reality.

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I've been photographing people throughout the Carolinas and Georgia for over 9 years. That's a lot of milestones, precious moments, and artwork I've been able to create. But where are all of those photographs now? I hope they are lining the walls of homes, plastered all over social media, sitting in albums on coffee tables, and organized in a way that makes them easy to find and enjoy. That's the hope. My mission is to help you make that reality.