Kara Blakeman Photography

✨ Merry Christmas from Charleston! 🎄

Wishing you and your loved ones a season filled with joy, laughter, and all the little moments that make life magical. Whether you’re celebrating here in the Lowcountry or somewhere else close to your heart, may your days be as bright and beautiful as this incredible city.

Thank you for letting me capture your love stories and family memories this year—it means the world to me! Here’s to more unforgettable moments in 2025. 💖

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Happy belated Birthday to my beautiful, incredible sister, Hannah! Sunday was such a meaningful day, as she not only celebrated her birthday but also made the choice to be baptized with her fiancé, Jorge.

Their love and faith are so inspiring, especially after such a challenging year. Earlier this year, they endured the heartbreaking loss of their precious baby girl, Hadley, who was diagnosed with a severe form of Turner’s syndrome - she passed away in utero at six months. By fate, Jorge proposed to Hannah on Hadley’s due date (weather made us change the date!), at one of my favorite photo spots in Charleston. He planned everything so carefully, making sure our parents were there all the way from Rockport, Texas, along with my husband, so that we could all be a part of this sweet moment!

Hannah, your strength and grace are beyond words. Watching you and Jorge stand strong in faith and love gives all of us hope. And Jorge - thank you for keeping my baby sister laughing …and for putting up with all her shenanigans 😂.

Here’s to brighter days ahead and the beautiful memories you’re creating together. Love you so much, and so proud of you both. ❤️🙏

✨ The legacy of love, wrapped up in a scent, woven into timeless moments. 💍✨

When your bride’s name is Chloe, and she holds a bottle of Chloé perfume, there’s something a little extra special about it. This scent isn’t just her namesake; it also holds a beautiful memory carried down from her mother, who wore this same fragrance on her wedding day!

Who else loves sentimental details? ✨🥹

During their family vacation to Kiawah Resort, this sweet family decided to capture the precious moments of their trip together with a photoshoot on the beach near their favorite spot on the island.

The highlight of the shoot was undoubtedly their baby girl, who sat on the beach with her tiny feet dug into the warm sand while exploring all the new textures.

There’s something so special about witnessing baby’s first beach vacation - I’m beyond grateful I get to be a part of so many of these beautiful moments! Tell me: Where was your little one’s first vacation?

As your kids get older, having everyone together in one place becomes quite the challenge: from college to new jobs that move you states apart, then marriages & GRANDbabies 🥹.. it all goes by so fast!

How special that the Sadler kids planned this surprise session for their momma during their weekend trip to Charleston, Sc!

Thank you to this beautiful family for allowing me to capture your sweet moments together 🤍

Ps: peep those beautiful blooming crepe myrtles!! 🌸😍

Can we talk about how stunning this bouquet is? Filled with florals like the delicate blue delphinium, white ranunculus and the peach & canary garden roses, this whimsical mix symbolized joy, love, beauty and grace, perfectly depicting the relationship between my sweet friend and her husband 🤍

Anyone else love the symbolism flowers portray? Do you have a favorite? I’ll share mine ⤵️

Seashells, ocean breeze, your hand in mine, forever you & me ✨💍

We have been a part of so many proposals lately and I am not the least bit upset about it 😍

Tell me: where did your person propose? Were you expecting it or completely surprised?

I don’t know about you, but I think the best way to start a Monday is at the beach! 🌊✨

I loved spending time with the Rader family on Kiawah as they created precious memories together while awaiting the arrival of another sweet little 🤍

Doesn’t Reese make you think of a cabbage patch kid!? Those cheeks and pig tails! 😍🎀
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You know it’s summer time in Charleston when you see Crepe Myrtles in full bloom!🌸🌸 It sure makes the heat worthwhile with these blooming beauties adorning all of the streets of the historic district!🌺🌺
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When I think about timeless moments that shimmer with love and laughter, I think about Alexa on her wedding day🌟💖 From her breathtaking bridal portraits on Old Wide Awake’s iconic ivy steps, to her sweet & joyful personality that shines through every moment while surrounded by all her favorite people.✨✨
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Life lately!!💌💍🤍🐚🫧🌟✨
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Wow! This spring to early summer has been so wonderfully busy and has brought so much joy!

To start off, my little sissy got engaged!! 💍🥹 Cue all the happy tears! I couldn’t pick a better person for her to spend her life with. I’ll be sharing more of their emotionally inspiring story later.. Ps. This is the only crying photo she would let me post 🙄 little sisters…

One of my bestest friends got married & I feel so blessed that I got to be a part of her day!! 💍 It was the *perfect* morning & she was so beautiful! If you could’ve seen how Ryan looked at her throughout the morning.. ahh. I cannot wait to see what God has in store for their marriage!

Some friends from our hometown came in to visit & we got to go to the Brandon Lake Concert together! What an incredible evening - Did y’all know Brandon Lake is from Mount Pleasant.. & he is the worship leader at our church!! 🙌🏻 We had the best time!

My husband and I went on a ‘day date’ to Folly - It always feels like we are on Vacay when are at “The Edge of America”.. 🏖️takes me back to our first time visiting Charleston before the big move! I just love spending beach days with my guy 🤍🌊

Ending this with one of my favorite littles from a past KBP couple alumnus!! 🎀Babysitting their sweet girl is the highlight of my week 🥰
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What do we think, should I share more like this in the future?!

Every wedding table scape tells a tale of elegance and charm and these are no exception! 🤍

These are just a few of my most ✨favorite✨ tablescapes 🥂

Your turn! Which one of these is *your* favorite!?
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Sandy toes, eyes of wonder, and nothing but fun times at the Wild Dunes on Isle of Palms with the Dickson family!! 🌴❤️🤩✨
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The moment that took his breath away 🥹
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First looks hold a special place in my heart - and Katelin & Mikey’s 1st look was the crème de le creme! I adored capturing every second of their wedding day!! 🥹🤍
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Dont mind me, just adding a few of my most favorite, intricate, detail pictures from ‘s big day to your Tuesday morning feed:)🤩🤩🤩
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She did not stand alone, but what stood behind her, the most potent moral force in her life, was the love of her father” ~ Harper Lee
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Happy Father’s Day to all of the incredible dads out there!! Wishing you the most magical day filled with quality time with your loved ones ✨

In honor of Sam & Nick’s big move to Charleston, I’m sharing a few of my favorites from their engagement & wedding day! Welcome to Charleston (AKA the Holy City)