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SUM KAI Creative Hilton Head Island Wedding + Portrait Photographer

I met Harrison and Audrey when they were on Hilton Head for a wedding, and we captured their engagment photos on that sa...
10/15/2026

I met Harrison and Audrey when they were on Hilton Head for a wedding, and we captured their engagment photos on that same trip. We got an epic sunset on the south end, they brought Guinness, and it felt so natural and relaxed.

I was stoked when they invited me out to Bozeman, Montana, to capture their backyard wedding at their family home. Christian and I made a trip out of it, and we got to spend time with one of my best friends who moved out to Big Sky.

The morning of Harrison and Audrey’s wedding was rainy and chilly. Right in time for their ceremony, the sun shined through, and it couldn’t have been more beautiful. They read their own vows at the altar, and there wasn’t a dry eye in the crowd.

It felt so special that their love brought everyone together in Montana. It started raining again when the reception rolled around, and it made for such a cozy evening with everyone dancing in the tent.

I can’t wait to share more of their special day. It was such a joy to work on this gallery and see how their hearts were at the center of every moment.


Catering: The Ugly Onion
Florals: Poppy & August
HMU: Ceremony Salon & Spa
Cake: Laura Newhouse
Dress: The White Dress ♡
DJ: Sky Powell
Rentals: Montana Party Rentals & Gallatin Event Rental | Event Tents + Rentals Rentals

Wedding photographer in Bozeman, Montana, Big Sky, MT, Elopement photographer, west coast photographer, backyard wedding, wedding in the mountains, intimate wedding inspo, documentary style wedding photographer, 35mm film wedding photography

Wearing her moms veil before the ceremony 🤍Planning, Catering + Cake: Signature Catering & Events
Photography: Summer Ka...
10/10/2026

Wearing her moms veil before the ceremony 🤍

Planning, Catering + Cake: Signature Catering & Events
Photography: Summer Kai — Hilton Head Wedding Photographer 
Videography: April | Savannah Wedding Videographer 
Hair + Makeup: Lauren Norton | Savannah Makeup Artist + Hair | Destination 
Florals: Sweetfield flowers 
DJ + Live Entertainment: OtherBrother Entertainment David Glymph 
Rentals, Linens + Dance Floor: Beachview Events
Transportation: Vagabond Cruise 
Restroom Trailer: Royal Restrooms of Savannah



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Mr. & Mrs.

Kitty cake topper!

Getting ready with her ragdoll cats

Sweetest moment during the ceremony

Messy flat lay

Their girl is married!!!

New rings 😆

Ch*****ne & fries — name a better duo

Loved this groom jacket

No bridesmaids, just the girls >>

The most legendary sax player David Glymph

I love that we are bringing color back to weddings!! These deep pinks were everything Sweetfield flowers

This is your sign to ditch the shot list and capture the joy, excitement, and unconditional love that flows through a we...
10/06/2026

This is your sign to ditch the shot list and capture the joy, excitement, and unconditional love that flows through a wedding day.

Venue: Belfair
Planner: Kim Knatzer
Florist: New Beginnings Floral
HMU: Bride’s Side Beauty | Hair and Makeup | SAV HHI ATX The Parlour
Band: Opulence Band
Dress: 𝐀𝐋𝐘𝐒𝐒𝐀 𝐊𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍 Bow Tie: Brackish
Rentals: EventWorks
Drone Wizard: Breached Media CO

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Nothing beats a sunset in the Lowcountry in South Carolina

Brining your dog out for wedding photos >>>

Candids over posed photos

A dress that moves!

Marsh views in Bluffton, SC on a wedding day

Fun getting ready photos with your groomsmen instead of stuff and staged stuff

A drone shot to show off the beauty of your wedding venue

Celebrating being a Mr. & Mrs. by starting off your reception right

Showing off your new rings on your wedding day

Capturing the beauty of your reception space and all the hard work you put into designing it leading up to your wedding day

Those in between moments you didn’t even know were being captured

Partying all night long

With all your favorite people

Like I said, nothing beats a Lowcountry sunset

🤍🌅

There’s a special magic to the wedding day when every vendor pours their heart into every element. Meg and Emmy’s weddin...
10/03/2026

There’s a special magic to the wedding day when every vendor pours their heart into every element. Meg and Emmy’s wedding day in Beaufort, SC came together so beautifully, and it was not by chance. You could feel the joy the couple experienced throughout the day, and it was simply contagious. I wish we could run back this wedding day every weekend!

Venue: The Beaufort Inn
Planner: Kelli Corn
Catering: Signature Catering & Events
Florist: Stone Floral Design Studio
Ceremony Music: Ami Rabinowitz
Reception Band: The Life Atlantic
Photography: Summer Kai — Hilton Head Wedding & Couples Photographer
Content Creation: LBITM ❤️‍🔥Wedding Day Content Creation
Bakery: Bloom Custom Cakes
Beauty: Bride’s Side Beauty | Hair and Makeup | SAV HHI ATX
Event Rentals: McCoy Event Professionals LIT Charleston | Event Rentals & Production
Linen Rentals: BBJ La Tavola / Nuage
Lighting: LIT Charleston | Event Rentals & Production
Transportation: Carolina Transit
Stationery: Lolli Pop Letterpress

Film wedding photographer in Beaufort, SC, Hilton Head Island Wedding Photographer, 35mm wedding photos, wedding photos on film, documentary style wedding photographer, Charleston wedding photographer, Cape Cod wedding photographer, Plymouth, MA wedding photographer, Boston MA wedding photographer, 2027 bride

Reminiscing on Madelyn & Chad’s spring wedding at the Westin on Hilton Head. I always cherish the nostalgia film adds to...
10/02/2026

Reminiscing on Madelyn & Chad’s spring wedding at the Westin on Hilton Head.

I always cherish the nostalgia film adds to a wedding gallery. 🤍

Venue: The Westin Hilton Head Island
HMU: Heritage Dental Spa & Salon, Dr. Camp DDS Bluffton

Wedding photographer on Hilton head island, SC, wedding photos on film, 35 mm film, nostalgic wedding photography, documentary wedding photographer,
Charleston sc wedding photographer, Beaufort wedding photographer, hhi photographer, wedding photo inspo, beach wedding

A rose from their first date, proposal & wedding day. 🤍This moment is special enough to stand on its own. I’m so gratefu...
09/17/2026

A rose from their first date, proposal & wedding day. 🤍

This moment is special enough to stand on its own. I’m so grateful for all the intentional and sentimental brides I work with. The unique attention to detail is what makes this job so fulfilling to me. Every love story is beautiful in its own way and I love to show that off in a simplistic ligh. Nothing over the top or performative.

The realness of your connection with a touch of nostalgia. All of my wedding collections include film. Check out my recent TikTok at .kai to see a side by side comparison of film & digital photos.




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When the engagement session is more about enjoying your loved one & being where your feet are than executing perfectly p...
09/14/2026

When the engagement session is more about enjoying your loved one & being where your feet are than executing perfectly posed shots.

I feel so lucky to have captured Lindsey & Greg’s engagement photos in the Lowcountry. They’re the kind of people who are so easy to be around and love each other so genuinely that it makes capturing their connection easy.

If you’re looking for a photo session that is laid back, organic and effortless, let’s plan your session via the link in bio.



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From heartfelt speeches to getting down on the dance floor, Emma and Peter’s wedding reception at the Coosaw Point River...
09/10/2026

From heartfelt speeches to getting down on the dance floor, Emma and Peter’s wedding reception at the Coosaw Point River Club in Beaufort, SC was beyond special.

Their beautiful sailcloth tent sat marsh front filled with hydrangeas, personal details and the cutest Polaroid guest book. The evening kicked off with a romantic first dance as newlyweds followed by parent dances and sentimental speeches. After an overcast day, we were surprised with a vibrant sunset.

The best team helped create this beautiful day:

Planner & Catering Signature Catering & Events
Venue Coosaw Point
Rentals EventWorks
DJ - Veterans Pride Entertainment
Florals Maria Baldwin
Cake Bloom Custom Cakes
Lighting JLK Events
Transportation Kelly Tours
Linens Luxe Linen
Church - St. Peters Catholic Church
Dress Elegance By Roya - Old Town
HMU Destination Makeup Artist| PARIS + SAVANNAH GA
Stationary C Lorraine Design



Candid wedding photography, Beaufort wedding inspiration, marsh front wedding, Charleston wedding photographer, Hilton head island, SC wedding photographer

Attuned to the nuance of emotions when color is drained from the storyline. Static on the vinyl and Super 8 film running...
08/03/2026

Attuned to the nuance of emotions when color is drained from the storyline. Static on the vinyl and Super 8 film running through a camera sounds in my ears. Echos of home and anticipation of adventure. Curiosity, coquetishness, and contentment held in the same breath. A hope to be understood and interest in understanding - an unsevered string to our humanity.

This storyline nods to where it began, with no doubt to where it is going.

A collection of black-and-white engagement photos of two very loved people in Savannah, GA.

Stephanie Sekula
The Douglas

Keywords: engagement photos in Savannah Georgia, film photos, nostalgic, love story, Hilton Head Island, SC, wedding photographer, Charleston

Jill & Frosch’s engagement photos on Hilton Head Island, SC 🤍 Professional photos don’t have to be stiff and awkward. Le...
07/02/2026

Jill & Frosch’s engagement photos on Hilton Head Island, SC 🤍

Professional photos don’t have to be stiff and awkward. Letting your personalities shine and your dynamic tell your love story is the best type of gallery.


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