Wedding Photos: Greenery vs. Beach in Hilton Head. Why Not Do Both?

When planning your Hilton Head wedding photography, one question often comes up: “Should we do our photos in the greenery or on the beach?” The answer is — you don’t have to choose! With thoughtful planning, you can enjoy both beautiful settings in one day.

First Look and Greenery Portraits

We started with a first look by the hotel, giving the couple a private, emotional moment before the ceremony. Afterward, we took some time to photograph just the two of them in the surrounding greenery, creating intimate and romantic portraits.

Ceremony and Beach Photos

The couple then had their ceremony on the iconic Hilton Head beach. Immediately following the ceremony, we captured additional beach photos, including family and couple portraits, taking advantage of the natural light and stunning scenery.

This approach allowed the couple to enjoy the rest of their cocktail and dinner celebrations without worrying about fitting in any more photos later in the day.

Why Choose When You Can Have Both?

By planning a first look and greenery portraits before the ceremony and beach photos immediately afterward, couples can have a variety of gorgeous wedding photos:

• Greenery portraits → intimate, timeless, romantic

• Beach photos → airy, classic, and iconic

The result is a beautiful mix of images that capture different moods and landscapes — all in one wedding day.