A Lowcountry Wedding to Remember at Dataw Island Club


For Maddy, holding her wedding at Dataw Island felt like coming home.


Maddy grew up visiting her grandparents here in the Lowcountry, and the beautiful scenery by the club's big, Spanish-moss draped tree encapsulated everything beautiful about the South Carolina coast.


So, while for many of her guests, this was a destination wedding and a chance to explore the beautiful town of Beaufort nearby, for one special guest - Maddy's grandmother - it really was close to home. Dubbed Maddy and Devon's "flower Gail", she served as an anchor for the wedding day - and of course, played an important role scattering petals down the aisle, as her granddaughter prepared to walk to meet her groom under the live oaks.


Maddy's grandmother wasn't the only important family member with a big role in the day; her brother also served as the couple's officiant! To honor Maddy's mother, the couple wove the color motif of pink and green - her favorite colors - throughout their wedding in subtle ways, to show her presence in spirit.


Maddy and Devon - your wedding was the perfect way to close out my wedding season! Thank you so much for trusting me with helping to tell your love story.


A special thank you to my assistant photographer for this wedding, Bri of Blessed and Becoming Photo! Some of her beautiful work appears below alongside mine.

 

Planner | Sutlan + Co.

Venue & Catering | Dataw Island Club

Florist | Jeannie's Fantastic Florals

Hair and Makeup | Beauty by Kateryna

Invitations | Minted

Gown | Jenny Yoo

Gown Store | Anna Be

Bridesmaids' Attire | Birdy Grey

Suits | Napoli's Clothing

Programs | Ciarra Clare

Cake | Bloom Custom Cakes

Band | East Coast Entertainment

Portrait Painter | Kelsey with Cloud Studio

Photographer | Hannah Lockaby

Black and white landscape photograph of a majestic oak tree against a moody sky.
Palm trees line a serene coastal landscape with water and marshland views.
Delicate pink and rose gold wedding accessories including ballet slippers and sparkly details.
Wedding details collage featuring blush shoes, invitations and delicate accessories in soft tones.
Small white baby shoes displayed on a sparkly glitter background.
Decorative wallpaper pattern featuring blue herons and botanical elements in muted earth tones.
Brown leather dress shoes and wedding accessories arranged on a textured white surface.
A sequence of four images showing two people in formal attire interacting in a minimalist interior setting.
Close-up sequence showing the process of adjusting a white tie and collar for a formal occasion.
Professional in dark suit signs important documents at bright white desk in modern office setting.
Elegant wedding dress details show white fabric and delicate styling in a bridal preparation sequence at Dataw Island Club.
Close-up shots of wedding preparations showing dress details and intimate moments.
Series of black and white photos showing a groom preparing on wooden boardwalk outdoors.
First look moments captured between bride and groom on a white columned porch.
Wedding couple sharing intimate moments on a white columned porch with greenery in background.
Wedding party posing on a white columned porch with classic architectural details.
Wedding couple portraits among palm trees at sunset in a coastal setting.
Outdoor wedding photography session featuring scenic natural backdrops and formal poses.
A bride in a flowing white wedding dress shares a joyful moment with her photographer Hannah Lockaby who is totally not a poodle.
A pregnant woman in a flowing white maternity dress poses outdoors while holding a pink and white floral bouquet.
A couple in wedding attire walks together under oak trees draped with Spanish moss during their outdoor ceremony.
Black and white romantic wedding photos show tender moments between newlyweds in an outdoor setting.
Wedding party poses playfully on a grassy lawn with bridesmaids in black dresses and a bride in white.
Bridal party laughs together on a scenic lawn with water and trees in the background.
Wedding party poses together on grassy lawn during outdoor ceremony.
A series of candid moments captured between two people sharing joyful expressions at an outdoor wedding venue.
A lush garden wedding venue with floral arrangements and white decor elements set against a green landscape.
Majestic oak trees line a scenic outdoor wedding venue at sunset.
Wedding guests toss white paper airplanes into the air as a celebratory send-off for the newlyweds.
Wedding guests and party members gather near white ceremony chairs on a lawn at sunset.
Wedding party members walk in sequence across green lawn during photo session.
Wedding guests seated in white chairs on a lawn for an outdoor ceremony at sunset.
Wedding party in formal attire poses on a grassy field at golden hour.
Wedding party laughs together while walking outdoors at golden hour.
Wedding guests mingle and socialize outdoors during a golden sunset reception on a grassy lawn.
A collection of small wedding photo thumbnails showing outdoor ceremony and couple moments.
Wedding ceremony guests gathered on lawn chairs beneath sprawling oak trees.
Wedding party lines up under Spanish moss draped trees during sunset ceremony.
Wedding party arranged in line under sprawling oak trees at sunset.
Wedding couple poses for romantic portraits under majestic oak trees at sunset.
Wedding party lined up under majestic oak trees during an outdoor ceremony.
A joyful wedding couple walks on grass under a majestic oak tree while flower petals fall around them.
Elegant bride and groom pose together on a lush golf course with a majestic tree in the background.
Couple walking through a romantic oak tree grove with Spanish moss during their wedding photoshoot.
Romantic sunset wedding photos in a wooded setting with golden light filtering through the trees.
A romantic wedding couple dances together on fallen autumn leaves in a sunlit wooded area.
Series of intimate black and white wedding portraits captured in an outdoor setting.
A romantic wedding portrait with flowing white veil against a bright background.
Wedding reception details featuring navy blue napkins, white chairs, and personalized monogram signage.
A navy blue wedding place card features a delicate blue heron illustration and elegant calligraphy.
Elegant copper-toned wedding cake decorated with fresh pink and cream flowers on a gold stand.
Elegant table settings with pink and white roses, navy accents, and name cards for a formal wedding reception.
An elegant wedding reception venue with white tablecloths, navy napkins and greenery centerpieces.
Elegant wedding stationery and detail shots featuring delicate paper goods and calligraphy in neutral tones.
Wedding reception details including table numbers, floral arrangements, and place settings in navy and white.
Wedding reception guests dancing and celebrating in an elegant ballroom with crystal chandeliers.
Couples dance and celebrate during a formal wedding reception under elegant crystal chandeliers.
A sequence of wedding reception photos showing couples dancing and celebrating in an elegant ballroom with crystal chandeliers.
Wedding celebration moments captured in black and white photography showing dancing and joy.
An energetic performer sings passionately into a microphone during an evening event.
Wedding guests dancing and celebrating on a lively dance floor at a reception.
Black and white photos of wedding guests dancing and celebrating at a reception.
Black and white candid shots of wedding guests enjoying the reception festivities.
A romantic nighttime scene under Spanish moss with a streetlight glowing above.