A Riverbanks Zoo Gardens Wedding in Columbia, SC

I first met Rachel and Daniel at a local coffeeshop in Lexington. Soon after I got the "We want you!" confirmation and jumped for joy because I have not yet photographed a Riverbanks Zoo gardens wedding! I knew the zoo botanical gardens were going to make amazing photos for a wedding and I was just so excited that not only did I get the chance to work in there, but it was with Rachel and Guster!Rachel and Guster met in Greenville through mutual Clemson friends (their alma mater- and pretty sure the alma mater of ALL of their friends at the reception!). After dating for over four years, Daniel decided it was time to put a ring on it. He took Rachel on a vacation to Hilton Head Island where he proposed on the beach. Rachel said YES and they planned their gorgeous Riverbanks Botanical Garden wedding within a few months! This wedding had so many special pieces, between the sweets bar which was a family tradition on the groom's side, the AMAZING naked cake by Sweet Carolina Cakes, Rachel's flowers in her hair, her Cinderella-inspired dress, and the backdrop of their ceremony. It was a beautiful wedding day! Here are some of my favorites!Venue: Riverbanks Zoo GardensCoordination: Stephanie NiemeyerBride's dress: Mori Lee, purchased at The CastleBride's shoes: DSWBridesmaid's dress: Amsale at NordstromHair and makeup: Sabrina at Studio BGroom's attire: Jos. A BankCatering: Riverbanks Zoo GardensCake: Sweet Carolina CakesFlorist: Think FloralDJ: Tj MckayCeremony musician: Chuck DizinnoRentals: CelebrationsInvitations and papers: MintedOfficiant: Reverend George Koon