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Tyler + Karly | Anniversary Session at Columbia Riverwalk | Columbia SC Photographer

Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography

Tyler + Karly | Anniversary Session | Columbia Riverwalk Photography

These two are just one year into marriage but have years of friendship + dating one another to build upon. Karly Richardson is a sweet photography friend that I met last year and it has such a delight to get to know her and shoot alongside her at weddings. She had talked about really wanting some photos with Spanish moss gracing them and I told her I knew just the spot.

The Columbia Riverwalk (not to be confused with the West Columbia Riverwalk riverwalk) has several spots along the water that are dripping with that gorgeous Southern moss. As photographers, it can be somewhat daunting to be the one getting photographed, let alone photographing another photographer. Not the case for these two - all smiles, laughter, sweet embraces and picky holding (seriously, so adorable!). Get to know Tyler and Karly, and you'll get to see their heart for each other, the Lord, their family and others around them. To this wonderful couple, happy first anniversary!

Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
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Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Karly Richardson Anniversary Session | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Lorin Marie Photography
Columbia SC Photographer | Lorin Marie Photography

The Prophet Family | Photos for Columbia | Saluda Shoals Park Photographer

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Meet the Prophet family - Leonard, Vanessa and their fabulous children. Vanessa reached out to me after the flood as part of Photos for Columbia. It was delight to meet this beautiful family and see all the laughter, warmth and smiles they exude for life, and for one another.

We had a wonderful time exploring Saluda Shoals Park for their portrait session. Watching all the siblings hug, joke around and have fun with their parents was such a sweet sight. The bond they have as a family unit is truly a solid foundation, despite the bumps and curves and valleys that have come their way.

Though the rains came, and the flood waters rose, the Prophet family stood firm. What a fantastic thing to be able to look back and remember - how God was faithful in the midst of the storm!

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The Lewis Family | Photos for Columbia | Columbia SC Portrait Photographer

USC Horeshoe portraits | Lorin Marie Photography

"Cherish today, for tomorrow is not promised."

For this family of nine (including their 4 fur babies), the Columbia flood last fall reminded them just how true that statement is. Photos for Columbia was the perfect opportunity for the Lewises to spend the afternoon enjoying time together as a family - walking the dogs, laughing and smiling together across the beautiful green expanse of The Horseshoe at USC

Jeff and Deborah, along with their son Domenique, daughter Tonika and grandson LJ, have not allowed hardship from the flooding to their home, and to our city, keep them down. It was Deborah who told me the quote above and said that their family words are: strong, diverse, think positive.

From snuggles with the dogs and kisses from adorable LJ to cozying up and laughing at Jeff's silly antics, the Lewis family showed remarkable resilience, tightknit unity and warm love that helps keep their bond going strong.

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Family portrait session The Horseshoe photographer | Lorin Marie Photography
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The Parker Family | Photos for Columbia | Columbia Portrait Photographer

Photos for Columbia | Columbia State House Photos | Lorin Marie Photography

In one weekend, life changed for the Parkers.

In October, Mike, Eugenie and their daughter Sarah were among the many families in Columbia who lost their homes, their car and their possessions during the record-breaking heavy rains that flooded the Midlands. The 1,000-year-flood spread across the Famously Hot town, leaving behind destroyed roads, crumbling foundations and hurting people.

Through Photos for Columbia, I had the opportunity to photograph the Parker family, whose home and belongings were flooded, including most of Mike and Eugenie's wedding photos. Despite the incredible loss and hard time they've been through, this sweet family was all smiles, joy and laughter during their portrait session at the South Carolina State House.

Although nothing can replace the waterlogged photos, picture frames and albums destroyed in the flood, Mike and Eugenie's tried-and-true love for each other was shining despite their current circumstances.

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Thomas + Elizabeth | West Columbia Riverwalk Portraits

West Columbia Riverwalk portraits | Lorin Marie Photography

A sunset stroll by the river. Does it get more romantic than that for portraits??

I am SO delighted my two good friends, Thomas & Elizabeth, gave me the opportunity to capture a few photos of their lovey-doveyness down by the West Columbia Riverwalk.

From the way she looks at him, to the way he makes her smile, it was such a joy to photograph this lovely couple (& parents-to-be!). Keep a-scrolling for more of this beautiful duo :)

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