AN ORGANIC SPACE FOR THOSE THAT VALUE THE SMALL MOMENTS.

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MEET YOUR SC PHOTOGRAPHER

A young woman with curly hair wearing a beige sweater and blue jeans, sitting outdoors on a rock surrounded by desert plants and pine trees during golden hour.

Fig 1. I am a huge plant nerd and if you let me near a botanical garden, things will get educational

I love photographing my client’s biggest moments in a way that captures the emotions and feelings of your life.

Here’s how I do that...

Great imagery starts with trust and comfortability. Throughout the entire process from inquiry to final gallery delivery, I’ll become your new favorite third wheel. We talk about EVERYTHING regarding your wedding day (and anything else you want to talk about because, let’s face it, we are together in this adventure). I lean on trust, not stiff posing, because the most beautiful images happen when you and your partner are relaxed.

The connection we build with each other prepares us to go into your day knowing exactly what’s happening, when, and what we are doing (or if plan D has to make an entrance because we are always prepared over here). Your wedding is a day you are going to reminisce back on for the rest of your life, and it’s my job to document with you. 

When choosing a photographer, it’s essential to choose a photographer and friend that you want there when you tie the knot, sign the paperwork, and eat the cake. So, if heartfelt moments, genuine connection, and timeless storytelling feel like home to you, you’re in the right place.

Black cursive text that says "Sydney Rose" on a transparent background.
Three people standing outdoors in front of a tree with a sign, smiling at the camera.
Scenic view of a river with dense trees along the banks, a mountain range in the background, and a wooden fence in the foreground under a clear blue sky.

Fig 2 + 3. Sydney with her grandparents and the views of Maine where they live on film.

What is one thing that I want someone to ask me, but no one ever does?

What makes me do art and choose to use photography of/for people as my work?

I tried so many different forms of art until I found photography. At first, it was just taking photos of pretty plants and things because those made me happy; but once I figured out that I should probably include people in my portfolio for art school, I started to look at it differently. I love old photographs of people that I've never met and handwritten post cards from the antique store. It's a very uniquely human trait to want to pass down who we are and I want to remember those people in their handwriting, in their portraits of their children, in their home movies, and throughout their lives. Creating art through photographing people is a way to be remembered and to remember others.

For a long time, I described my work as preserving memories, a phrase that’s easy to reach for and often repeated in photography spaces. But I’ve come to realize that what I care about more is conservation, not preservation.

Preservation implies keeping something untouched, pristine, and carefully set aside. Conservation, on the other hand, allows memories to live, change, and remain accessible over time. I don’t want moments to sit on a shelf, perfectly packaged and rarely revisited. I want them to be returned to, learned from, and carried forward. I use photography as a way to ensure memories have long-term availability, so they can continue to hold meaning, spark reflection, and grow with you as life unfolds.

MY VALUES

AND HOW I ALWAYS SHOW UP FOR MY CLIENTS

Connection over Perfection →

The little in-between moments—the way your partner looks at you, the laughter that makes your cheeks hurt—are always more beautiful than a stiff pose.

Inclusivity Always →

I’m proud to be an LGBTQ+ affirming wedding photographer. Every love story is welcome here and every body should have the space to be themselves.

Love in Every Frame →

Your photos are heirlooms, created not just for today but for future generations who will look back at how it all began.

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Joy over Poses →

Your wedding day should feel natural, not staged. When joy leads the way, your photos reflect the real emotions that make your life unforgettable.

Care Always →

I am consistently prepared, attentive, and fully present so you feel supported every step of the way through our time together and even after.

Freedom in Every Frame →

You deserve to be yourselves and unapologetically in love. My approach gives you the freedom to relax, soak in the moment, and trust that you and yours are safe with me.

Your South Carolina and Destination Wedding Photographer is Sydney Rose.

If you’ve scrolled down here, it means you probably want to know more about me, the woman behind the lens and the business. Well, hi! My name is Sydney! Rose is my middle name and my family has been calling me by both since I was really little, so it just fits for my business! I started my photography career in high school, but didn’t really take it seriously until undergrad at Clemson. I scored an amazing internship with the Marketing and Communications team and just never looked back. 

Through that internship, I was able to do a lot of really cool things for the University; but then, as one does, I graduated. And then covid hit. . . so I started a masters program in Plant and Environmental Sciences 🌱. Around that time, I started my business and now here we are! I actually got the photographer job with the same team from Clemson when I graduated and still work here (I’m also in charge of the interns now! Like, whoa!). If you don’t see me at a wedding, chances are that I am somewhere on campus photographing an event or the president! 

A couple sitting on concrete steps, hugging and smiling, with the man leaning in to kiss the woman's nose. She has dark hair, wearing a black sleeveless top with sheer fabric, red nails, and a watch. The man has glasses, a black sweater, and a watch.
Young woman hiking in a desert landscape with cacti, wearing a pink wide-brim hat, a sleeveless top, jeans, and carrying a backpack and water bottle, smiling at the camera.
A person standing on a wooden dock, looking at boats on the water on a foggy day.
A man and a woman sitting on stairs, with the woman resting her head on the man's shoulder in an urban setting.
A young woman with curly hair smiling and dancing in front of a large brick house with multiple windows and a small porch, during late daylight.
A young woman with dark wavy hair smiling outdoors at night while holding a pumpkin-shaped lantern with a face carved into it.
Two elderly people walking hand in hand down a sidewalk, with a man on a scooter nearby, in a park-like area with trees, lamps, and parked cars.
A woman smiling and pulling up her sweatshirt, which has "Lobster Rolls" printed on it, indoors in a room with a window, curtains, and a dark ceiling.
A couple sitting on the steps outside, with the woman leaning against a wall and the man kissing her cheek. They are dressed in black, and the woman is wearing high-heeled shoes.
A smiling woman with shoulder-length curly hair sitting outdoors near a marina with boats and foggy weather in the background.
A woman sitting on a brick wall outdoors during sunset, with a background of trees and foliage.
A young woman standing in a doorway holding a black dog in her arms, smiling at the camera in a black-and-white photo.
A woman in black clothing standing beside a chair, with a black leather jacket draped over the chair, holding onto its backrest, and a gray concrete block with a leather strap on top in a minimalist setting.
A couple sharing a kiss on a city sidewalk near an ornate streetlamp and a historic building.
A man lifts and embraces a woman outside a building at sunset, both smiling and appearing happy.
A woman with curly hair running outside on a grassy lawn while holding a book, with a house in the background, during sunset or sunrise.
A smiling person in a beanie and winter jacket standing on a snow-covered pathway in a park with trees in the background.
A series of four black-and-white photographs displayed on a dark background. The first photo is of a smiling young woman outdoors among trees, the second shows her sitting on a sandy surface with a backpack, the third features her with another person
A woman with shoulder-length hair, wearing a plaid shirt, jeans, and carrying a bag, is using a handsaw to cut a small evergreen tree outdoors on a sunny day.
A young woman with dark hair smiling and holding a slice of cake outside a restaurant under a striped awning, with a line of people and outdoor seating visible in the background.
A woman with a pink wide-brimmed hat and beige coat smiling in front of a large, uniquely shaped cactus in a desert landscape.
A black cat lying on a carpeted floor, looking up at the camera, surrounded by a pillow and a blanket.
A woman standing on a desert trail next to a large cactus and dry bushes, with the background filled with tall saguaro cacti under a clear, partly cloudy sky.
A woman standing in snowy landscape with mountains in background.
A woman dressed in a long black evening gown, standing on a step outside a building, with a man kneeling beside her, adjusting the dress. The woman has dark, curly hair, and the man has short dark hair and glasses.
A young woman with curly dark hair wearing a striped shirt and black shorts leaning on a wooden railing by a marina filled with boats on a sunny day.