Morgan and Will’s Forsyth Park Inn wedding was charming and intimate. As their wedding photographers, we were so honored to be part of their winter wedding surrounded by the closest of their friends.

Forsyth Park Inn Wedding on the Balcony

GETTING READY AT FORSYTH PARK INN

Makaela started capturing their special day by photographing Will getting ready in his room at the Inn with his closest buddies. The rooms at the Inn are so charming and historic and add so much to the getting ready experience. Morgan prepped for the big day with her besties in the bridal suite. Again, another lovely suite with so much personality. They helped her curl her hair and zip up her dress. Special moments to capture as a photographer.

A split image shows sequences of someone adjusting their black necktie while wearing a white dress shirt near a window.
A close up sequence showing hands buttoning up a dark gray suit jacket with a striped tie visible in the background.
Sequence of people in suits celebrating and dancing in a room with wooden floors and bright windows.
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Forsyth Park Inn Wedding in the getting ready rooms
Wedding preparation sequence showing playful interaction between someone wearing white and another in a green dress.
Close-up shots of white bridal shoes being put on during wedding preparations.
Three people hold up white tulle fabric in a living room setting while working together on a project.
A bride in a white wedding dress stands by a curtained window with emerald green bridesmaid dresses hanging nearby.
Bride wearing a traditional white wedding dress and veil poses elegantly in an indoor setting with wooden decor.
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WEDDING DAY CEREMONY AT FORSYTH PARK INN

The ceremony took place in the garden out back of the Inn. Luckily, or should I say Luckey (their new last name) the weather was perfect. Morgan descended on the beautiful staircase where she met her father at the bottom. The two walked outside and around back to the ceremony. The ceremony was so sweet and intimate. After the ceremony, everyone went inside the inn to toast to the new Mr. & Mrs. Luckey!

A historic coastal inn with a Southern wraparound porch, American flag, and palm trees in the foreground.
Black iron gate posts with decorative details frame a garden entrance with stone walls and lush greenery in Charleston.
Four photographs displayed on a rustic wooden surface with markers create an artistic composition with warm lighting.
Wooden wedding signs with engraved names Morgan and William displayed on easels against a concrete wall with ivy background.
Wedding guests in formal attire walking along a path with white folding chairs lined up for an outdoor ceremony.
Musicians in black and white attire playing violins while seated in outdoor chairs.
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Sequence of groom's feet kicking leaves on sidewalk in fall wedding moment with brown leather shoes.
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A wedding scene unfolds against a yellow building with white trim as attendees gather for a ceremony.
A wedding celebration takes place in front of a charming yellow historic house with white shutters.
Bride in white gown exchanges rings with groom during outdoor wedding ceremony with palm trees in background.
Wedding ceremony takes place in front of yellow historic building with bride in flowing white dress.
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Wedding couple share a playful moment on church steps during outdoor ceremony.
A person in a pink cardigan and floral dress reads from a book in a garden setting.
Wedding ceremony taking place in a lush garden setting with tropical palm trees and pink stucco walls.
Two people share an intimate moment during their outdoor wedding ceremony surrounded by tropical palm plants and greenery.
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A sequence of wedding ceremony moments captured in a lush garden with palm trees and terracotta walls.
Forsyth Park Inn Wedding Garden Ceremony
A couple in wedding attire dances and celebrates in a tropical garden setting with palm trees and greenery.
Forsyth Park Inn Wedding Garden Ceremony

Makaela captured a signature MDBP photo of all the guests standing on the porch with the bride and groom. We captured this at one of our first weddings at the Inn and now almost every one of our couples that gets married at The Forsyth Park Inn asks for it. It’s kind of become a tradition, and we love it! Another sweet tradition at the Inn, is champagne toasts in the parlor

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Wedding guests gather on a classic white columned porch decorated with palm trees during an elegant outdoor reception.
Three people raising champagne glasses in a formal toast at an elegant event in ornate room.
Wedding guests enjoy drinks and conversation during an elegant indoor reception at a historic venue.
Group of friends raising champagne glasses in celebration at an elegant party with wood-paneled walls.
Forsyth Park Inn Wedding Champagne Toasts
Group of elegantly dressed guests mingling and holding wine glasses at an indoor formal celebration party.

FORMALS & PORTRAITS AT FORSYTH PARK

Makaela and the whole crew then walked across the street to Forsyth Park to capture family and friend formal portraits. Then, Makaela strolled through the park with Morgan and WIll to capture some sweet couples portraits. From the Fragrant Garden to the iconic Forsyth Park fountain to The Armstrong mansion, the backdrops did not disappoint.

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Couple in wedding attire poses on green lawn in series of romantic shots under autumn trees.
A romantic wedding photoshoot series under a white columned porch with trees and natural light creating an elegant atmosphere.
Elegant outdoor wedding portraits featuring a couple in formal attire with white and yellow bouquet among garden gates.
A bride in a flowing white gown poses elegantly among white columns and iron gates in a garden setting.
Bride in traditional white dress posing with an elegant bouquet of cream roses and greenery against white columns.
An elegant bridal photo session showcasing a flowing white dress train against classic architectural elements.
Dapper person in dark suit and striped tie poses casually in a series of outdoor portraits with columns visible.
Romantic wedding couple shares tender moments in a series of outdoor portraits with soft golden lighting and greenery.
A romantic wedding couple shares tender moments under majestic oak trees during golden hour.
A couple shares intimate moments beneath majestic oak trees during sunset in a park setting.
Bride in white strapless gown smiles while holding eucalyptus bouquet during golden hour outdoor wedding photoshoot.
Sunlit outdoor bridal portraits on green lawn with flowing white dress and floral bouquet.
Close up of hands holding delicate white veil with sparkly details, showing engagement ring on wedding day.
Newlywed couple poses together on green lawn at sunset with beautiful golden sunlight filtering through trees.
Happy couple embraces outdoors during sunset portrait session in garden setting with warm golden lighting.
A couple shares a romantic sunset moment on a grass lawn beneath mature trees with golden sunlight filtering through.
Romantic wedding portraits of bride and groom in tender poses against golden outdoor backdrop.
A series of photos showing wedding couple playfully dodging water sprays from a fountain in a garden at sunset.
Romantic wedding couple embraces during golden hour sunset under moss-draped oak trees in a Southern garden.
A romantic wedding couple stands together on a brick patio beside a decorative iron fence and white building.
Candid shots of a groomsman in a dark suit and green tie posing along a decorative iron fence at sunset.
A bride and groom pose together next to an orange trolley tour bus on their wedding day.

creative team

Venue: Forsyth Park Inn

Florals: Madame Chrysanthemum

Hair: Roots Southern Salon

Dress Boutique: Bridal by Crown

Suit: Brooks Brothers

Violinist: Chris Dooley

Trolley: Old Town Trolley

Reception Dinner: The Olde Pink House