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This is where I share random thoughts, creative ideas, things I've learned after years behind a camera, and probably way too much about my life. Some of it is for my clients, some for other photographers, and some of it is just whatever I felt like talking about that day. Basically, less of a blog and more of a place for me to overshare on the internet.

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8 vs. 10 Hours of Wedding Photography: What’s the Difference? Deciding how many hours of wedding photography you need can be a little tricky, especially when you’re still figuring out your timeline. While eight hours might be plenty for one wedding, another might need ten to comfortably fit everything in. It really comes down to […]

Choosing Your Wedding Photography Coverage

Large white wedding reception tent illuminated by string lights at dusk with guests gathering inside.

October 8, 2026

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Furman University is one of my favorite locations for engagement photos in Greenville SC because it gives you so much variety without having to spend the session driving from place to place. The campus has everything from open lawns and water to gardens, fountains and classic architecture, so we can create a gallery that feels […]

Engagement Session at Furman University in South Carolina

Couple laughing with each other at Furman University during sunset.

August 29, 2026

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Celebrating Raquel and Alex at Heron Hill Raquel and Alex’s wedding at Heron Hill was the perfect blend of timeless elegance and relaxed celebration. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the North Carolina countryside, they exchanged vows in a setting that felt peaceful, intentional, and effortlessly beautiful. In spite of a few chaotic moments while […]

Heron Hill Wedding Venue in North Carolina

White bridal shoes beneath a wedding veil

July 27, 2026

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Photography Studio Near Greenville SC for RENT One of the questions I get asked the most by other photographers in the Greenville and Upstate South Carolina area is where to find a simple, beautiful natural light studio to shoot in. So I decided to open my Greer SC natural light studio for photographers who want […]

NEW Upstate Natural Light Photography Studio Rental

natural light photography studio in greer sc

July 15, 2026

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Located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, 1800 Drayton Catering & Events blends modern industrial design with historic character, without losing the elegance of a wedding day. From the exposed architectural details to the industrial brick of the reception spaces, every corner photographs beautifully and gives couples a polished backdrop for their day. Emily and Anders completely […]

Romantic Wedding at 1800 Drayton in Spartanburg SC

Bride and groom laughing together outside 1800 Drayton

June 29, 2026

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Macy & Ross decided to have a romantic wedding in Shelby, North Carolina at Molly’s Lakeside! I met Macy a year ago, as she started to plan her big day at the Wedding Festivals bridal show in Greenville. Her and her mom were the sweetest, and we talked for a while about what she was […]

A Lakeside Wedding Venue in Shelby North Carolina

Outdoor lakeside wedding ceremony

May 23, 2026

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TRUST, FOCUS, MOVEMENT There are 3 ways to feel comfortable in front of the camera that aren’t going to reference confidence. It can be about environment, pacing, and trust. Almost everyone feels awkward when they are overly aware of being watched, rushed, or told what to do without context. Comfort does not come from trying […]

3 Ways to Feel Comfortable in Front of the Camera

Close-up of peach and coral garden roses in bloom, photographed for a South Carolina wedding.

May 9, 2026

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How to be Ready and How to Avoid the Pitfalls There is no shortage of wedding advice, but most of it focuses on planning, not experience. Spreadsheets, timelines, aesthetics. Very little prepares you for how the day actually unfolds once it begins. After years of photographing weddings, these are the things couples consistently say they […]

What Nobody Tells You About Your Wedding Day

Bride exiting vintage wedding car

April 21, 2026

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Working weddings as an introvert is not for the weak. Wedding culture is loud in ways that are not always obvious. Not just in music or crowds, but in expectation. There is an unspoken belief that to work weddings well, you need to be outgoing, commanding, and constantly present. Confidence is expected to be visible. […]

Working Weddings as an Introvert

photographer walking quietly with bride

April 9, 2026

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Clemson engagement session at Tiger Town Tavern featuring a downtown Clemson date night shoot and tips for choosing meaningful engagement locations.

Downtown Clemson, SC Engagement Session

Couple embracing beside pool table inside Clemson bar

April 1, 2026

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Greenville, SC

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Based in South Carolina, Dani Lacey is redefining wedding photography with a modern editorial edge—capturing refined, cinematic imagery for couples and brands who want more than the expected.

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Based in South Carolina, Dani Lacey is redefining wedding photography with a modern editorial edge capturing refined, cinematic imagery for couples and brands who want more than the expected.

Join the list for early access to travel dates, exclusive offerings, and priority booking opportunities.