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Charleston food and beverage entrepeneurs

Dan + Amelia — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:35:09 +0000

We photographed local Charleston entrepreneurs Mike Ray of Normandy Farm Artisan Bakery, David Merritt and Jaime Tenney of Coast Brewery, Nicole Rager of Nicole’s Nutty Goodness, and Hank Weed of Caribrew Cold Press Coffee for an article in the Charleston Scene by Matthew Godbey. Owning your own business is hard work, and it was extremely rewarding to photograph such talented and dedicated individuals. They have all made their dreams their own reality, which takes a lot of courage and possibly a little bit of crazy;). It is really a pleasure living in Charleston where so many small businesses live and thrive. Here’s to local business and local talent!

As seen in the Scene…

Some of our favorites…

-D+A
Dreamland Images, Inc.
Creative Documentary Wedding Photography
Charleston, SC

Studio 101 workshop

Dan + Amelia — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:47:07 +0000

I am gearing up for another Studio 101 workshop at the Charleston Center for Photography. It will run Saturday August 14th, and it is a great opportunity to get in introduction to the world of lighting inside a studio. The center recently got some new Elinchrom lights that we will use during the workshop. The day will be filled with information on how to use studio lights, quality of light, and various lighting patterns. Here is a link to a post from the last workshop, and what the students produced. The best part is, we will be working inside and be out of the heat:). If you would like to join us, we still have a few spots left so feel free to email me contact@dreamlandimages.com or call the center 843.720.3105 with any questions. If you register before this weekend, you can use this code: A.Hale for a 10% early bird discount!

See you soon:)

Amelia

Dreamland Images, Inc.
Creative Documentary Wedding Photography
Charleston, SC

Rees family portrait

Dan + Amelia — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:11:59 +0000

We photographed the Rees’ family while they were on their vacation at the beach in Charleston SC. They were such a fun group, and we have decided to commission them to record an album for all our upcoming family photo sessions;). It was a gorgeous morning, and the colors of their clothing worked splendidly with the environment!

-D+A
Dreamland Images, Inc.
Creative Documentary Wedding Photography
Charleston, SC

Anna + Wes . Wilmington NC

Dan + Amelia — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:02:43 +0000

This was a very meaningful wedding for me to photograph, because I have known Anna since high school. We went to college together too, where she taught me how to pluck my eyebrows—thank you Anna! Anna has always been such a wonderful woman with a kind soul. She is gorgeous, and it was such an honor to be able to photograph her wedding day. One of the reasons I love my job is because I get to record history as its happening, and it makes it all the more special when it is someone I have shared my own history with. Wes is one lucky man, along with his sons Hunter and Avery who now have a new step-mom:). I won’t embarrass both of us by bringing out some of the photographs from our high school “dance” parties (which mainly involved eating cake and a bit of treadmill action;), but there is still a collage of photos on a cork board in my closet back home decorated with our memories. I guess I’ll have to add some of these to my collection now. I love you Anna, and I wish you and Wes much laughter and joy in your adventure together!

Special thanks to all the vendors that made the day so beautiful!

Wedding Director ~ Miss Jane

Reception venue and caterer ~ Balcony on the Dock

Floral arrangements ~ Fiore Fine Flowers

Dress ~ Blue by Enzoani

DJ ~ Jay Tatum, Active DJ Entertainment

Cake ~ Nancy Hearne

Chapel ~ Mt. Lebanon Chapel

~D+A
Dreamland Images, Inc.
Creative Documentary Wedding Photography
Charleston, SC

Best of Wedding Photography

Dan + Amelia — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:42:05 +0000

We are honored and SUPER excited to be invited to be a member of the Best of Wedding Photography Association (BWOP), a premier invitation-only group of the top wedding photographers from around the world. The photographers are nominated from the editorial staff, and final selections are made by the BOWP review board. They focus on the quality and style of imagery photographers produce, along with their recognition by brides, fellow photographers, and other wedding industry professionals. It should be a unique space for the leading wedding photographers, and we are in awe of the talented members of the group. It is also nice to see an association hand selecting individuals. You should definitely check out their blog and site to see some amazing wedding photographs from around the world!

-D+A

Dreamland Images, Inc.
Creative Documentary Wedding Photography
Charleston, SC

Midsummer’s Night Art Delight

Dan + Amelia — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:56:26 +0000

We are SO excited to be a part of a group art show Thursday July 22nd with Pamela Cisneros, Kristen Ley, Kim Lucia, and Catherine Yerger. It should be a fun evening filled with affordable art, jazz performed by Cristobal, wine and food. The art will be a range of fine art photography, acrylics and mixed media. There will be a piece of art given away in a raffle every 45 minutes, and each artist will donate 10% of their proceeds to a charity:). Come out and see us at 234 Mathis Ferry Road, Suite 103 in Mount Pleasant (just off the bridge) from 5-9pm July 22nd. Don’t forget to stop by our presenting sponsor, Mikell Law Firm’s, opening reception in their new space next door too!

-D+A

Dreamland Images, Inc.
Creative Documentary Wedding Photography
Charleston, SC

Kate + Chris at Mingo Point Bay Kiawah Island resort

Dan + Amelia — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 16:52:24 +0000

Kate and Chris had an intimate wedding with just a few close friends and family on Kiawah Island Resort. The guys started off the wedding day festivities on the golf course at Oak Point, and the ladies headed over to the Sanctuary salon and spa. The ceremony was at Mingo Point Bay, and it was stunning! The weather couldn’t have been more pleasant, and the light was gorgeous. The River City Dixieland Jazz Band carried everyone through the evening festivities, and even joined in on the dance floor. The Lowcountry meal was simply delicious, and introduced a few northerners to some of the great southern delicacies. After Mingo Point, the party moved over to the Turtle Point Clubhouse. The dancing was fierce, and the porch created a relaxing setting for smoking cigars. Honestly, if we had to get married again I think we would follow Kate and Chris’ plan to a tee. It was a perfect wedding for a perfect couple. Best wishes to Kate and Chris, and we hope you have many years of laughter! Oh, and we miss Walter, so give him a hug for us;)

Venue ~ Mingo Point Bay, Kiawah Island Resort

Wedding Coordinator ~ Hope Sweeney

Dress ~ Monique Lhuillier

Band ~ River City Dixieland Jazz Band

Caterer ~ Kiawah Island Resort

Cake ~ Ashley Bakery

After party ~ Turtle Point Clubhouse, Kiawah Island

~D+A

Dreamland Images, Inc.
Creative Documentary Wedding Photography
Charleston, SC

Annette and Wes ~ engagement session Folly Beach

Dan + Amelia — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 15:05:46 +0000

Annette and Wes got engaged back in December, and are planning a wedding out in California where Annette grew up. They both work for the U.S. Coast Guard and wanted to have their engagement session at the beach. We decided to head out to Folly Beach for engagement photos. They love the ocean, so it worked out great;). We are excited for them, and grateful for the work they do for our country. Happy Fourth of July, and best wishes!

-D+A

Dreamland Images, Inc.
Creative Documentary Wedding Photography
Charleston, SC

America reCycled

Dan + Amelia — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 20:02:26 +0000

Our photo friend Tim Hussin and his brother Noah are taking an adventure on their bikes and documenting life in America along the way. We think it is a pretty FANtastic idea, and wanted to share it. If you are interested in helping them along the way they are trying to raise funds through kickstarter. Check out their video here:

-D+A

Dreamland Images, Inc.
Creative Documentary Wedding Photography
Charleston, SC

Cait + Bob ~ June 26, 2010

Dan + Amelia — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 17:16:31 +0000

Cait and Bob got married at St. John’s Lutheran Church in downtown Charleston with a reception at the Legare-Waring House in Charles Towne Landing. We have been looking forward to this wedding for quite some time, and knew it was going to be amazing! It was a gorgeous day, and spectacular wedding as expected. Cait and Bob are big history buffs, so they incorporated the history of Charleston in to their day. The colors were black, white and Tiffany blue. Stacey Fraunfelter of Red Letter Events did an amazing job putting everything together, and they even had tours of Charleston following the ceremony on the way to the reception! There was a cigar roller at the reception, old farm tables to dine on, and 5 pies for dessert. Truly a marvelous wedding, and we know Cait and Bob will be making history together for quite some time;).

Wedding Coordinator ~ Stacey Fraunfelter of Red Letter Events

Ceremony Venue ~ St. John’s Lutheran Church

Reception Venue ~ Legare-Waring House at Charles Towne Landing

Flowers ~ Lotus

Dress ~ Melissa Sweet

Caterer ~ Granville’s Cafe & Catering

DJ ~ Rob Dure

Pies ~ 3.14 Pies

Cake ~ The Cake Stand

Cigar Roller ~ Coastal Cigars

-D+A

Dreamland Images, Inc.
Creative Documentary Wedding Photography
Charleston, SC