Charleston Wedding Photographer for the Joyfully Present
MAGGIE KARANJA
Maggie Karanja is a wedding photographer capturing celebrations in Charleston, South Carolina—blending editorial artistry with authentic emotion through refined composition and a luminous color palette. Serving couples who are joyfully present, deeply connected, and value both the grand moments and the quiet, intimate ones that make your day yours.
romanticizing life in beautiful locations in the southEast and around the globe
for couples
Authentic images
Elegant &
A refined, personalized approach from our first conversation to your final gallery.
Process
our
We begin with a deep dive into your unique love story, your vision, and everything you're dreaming of for your Charleston celebration. I work closely with your wedding planner and vendor team because success is all about synchronicity.
While I offer signature collections, I also create custom proposals tailored to your specific needs and celebration style. Complete the inquiry form to begin the conversation, and you'll receive detailed information about packages, process, and next steps.
Understanding Your Vision
On your wedding day, my focus is creating space for you to slow down and experience each moment. It's rare for all your favorite people to be together in one space celebrating you.
From the tender moment you share your vows beneath a centuries-old oak to your grandma holding you a little tighter, I'm there to capture it all. My team and I excel at anticipating moments, gently guiding when needed, and communicating seamlessly to capture the shot while keeping you in celebration mode.
Your gallery will include diverse imagery—drone footage, film photography, and digital images—for a well-rounded story that captures every detail and emotion.
Your Wedding Day
While your wedding is still alive in our hearts, we carefully mark selections that frame the emotion and memory of your day. You'll receive a highlight gallery within one week to share with family and friends.
Your complete gallery arrives within 8-12 weeks (often closer to 8-10), thoughtfully curated to tell the story of your celebration. The note you send afterward is what I live for—it's why I do what I do.
Receiving Your Gallery
Capturing the Joy Between the Moments
Authentic Emotion
Timeless Elegance
Being Present
Finer Details
we believe in
- Anna and Adam
She checks all of the boxes: quality of work, personality, timeliness, professionalism, communication … she truly is the whole package. For both our engagement photos and wedding photos, she made us feel natural and at ease from the very beginning.
"Working with Maggie was an absolute dream"
- Chederli and Jordan
We had a destination wedding, and she very professionally handled all the travel and other considerations associated with that. Every detail and moment she captured truly encapsulated the magic we felt on that special day.
"Maggie is just such a kind-hearted, relationally-oriented, fastidious, sweet soul."
past clients
words from
- Whitney and Daniel
"Somehow, our wedding photos were even more breathtaking than we ever imagined"
testimonial
I'm personally drawn to couples who are expressive, family-oriented, and love bringing people together. Whether you're planning an elegant garden party or a destination celebration, I thrive on capturing the unique details that make your day distinctly yours.
My couples often become friends—there's something magical about sharing such an intimate moment in someone's life.
Beyond the Camera
meet Maggie Karanja
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Yes, a nonrefundable 30% retainer fee is required to book your wedding date. This will be paid through your client portal and is due with the signed contract. The remainder will be separated into two separate 35% payments, with the second two payments due six months and one month before your wedding date.
IS THERE A DEPOSIT DUE TO BOOK?
It varies from wedding to wedding and session to session, but on average I usually end up delivering around 75-100 images per hour of shooting! So for a 10-hour wedding day, you'll get somewhere between 650-1000+ images. I'll never leave a good photo out just to hit a certain number and only eliminate ones that are repeats, have closed eyes, etc.
HOW MANY FINAL IMAGES WILL WE GET?
Engagement sessions take 2-3 weeks, and weddings take 8-12 weeks, depending on the amount of photos being delivered. I try to get them back to you as soon as possible while making sure I meet the needs of every image. You will receive a preview gallery 72 hours after your wedding day!
WHAT IS YOUR TURNAROUND TIME?
Absolutely! Charleston holds a special place in my heart—I grew up around the area and have deep connections to the city's beauty and charm. As a Georgia-based photographer with Atlanta as my home base, Charleston is one of my favorite destinations to serve couples. There are no travel fees for Charleston weddings.
DO YOU TRAVEL FOR Charleston WEDDINGS?
