Your wedding day deserves to be remembered with more than just snapshots — it deserves to be told as a story. At Harpsy Studios, we specialize in capturing the heartfelt moments, refined details, and genuine emotions that make your celebration unforgettable. Based in Lexington and serving Columbia, SC, and the surrounding areas, we focus on intimate, meaningful weddings where every image has purpose. From the walk down the aisle to portraits with your closest family and friends, our approach is designed to give you a stress-free experience while ensuring your memories are preserved with care.

What Sets Us Apart


Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime occasion, and it deserves to be documented with care, artistry, and intention. Every celebration we take on is approached with a boutique mindset. We accept only a select number of weddings each year so we can devote ourselves fully to telling your story.


Our style blends natural, guided portraiture with authentic, candid moments to create a collection of images that feels timeless and deeply personal. We edit in a true-to-color style, ensuring your photographs remain as vibrant and genuine years from now as they are today. Trends may come and go, but your memories deserve a look that never feels dated.


Beyond the ceremony itself, we focus on the fleeting details—the quiet glances, the laughter with your bridal party, the joy of family gathered together—so that nothing meaningful is missed.


We believe your wedding photographs should live far beyond a screen. That is why we specialize in transforming your memories into heirloom albums and fine art pieces, designed to preserve your happily ever after for generations to come.

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The harpsy approach:

I.  Connection & Planning

Every couple begins with a personal consultation where we learn about your story, your vision, and the details of your celebration. This ensures that when your wedding day in Lexington or the surrounding Columbia, SC area arrives, you feel comfortable, confident, and cared for.

II. Thoughtful Coverage on Your Wedding Day

On your wedding day, our approach to wedding photography is intentional and unobtrusive. We guide portraits when needed while capturing candid, genuine moments as they unfold. From the ceremony itself to family portraits and bridal party images, our focus is on making your experience stress-free while documenting every meaningful detail of your South Carolina wedding.

III. A Personal Reveal & Ordering Appointment

A few weeks after your wedding, you’ll join us for a private Reveal & Ordering Appointment. Here, your images come to life, and we’ll guide you through choosing your favorite shots and designing heirloom albums or fine art wall pieces that fit your home and vision.

IV. Lasting Legacy

 

Your wedding photographs deserve to live far beyond a screen. We specialize in creating handcrafted wedding albums and fine art wall pieces that transform your memories into timeless treasures, designed to be enjoyed for generations.

 

Every Moment Matters


Your wedding day is made of countless moments — Both big and small — and we’re there to preserve them with care. Our approach ensures you’ll relive the story of your day for years to come.

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Every Harpsy wedding includes:


  • Ceremony coverage that reflects every vow, tear, and joyful smile.


  • Candid moments that unfold naturally, captured with a documentary touch.


  • Artistic detail photography — rings, florals, décor, and more.


  • Romantic portraits of the couple, elegant and true-to-color.


  • And of course, the in-between glances, laughter, and quiet pauses that often become your most cherished photographs.

 

Collections & Investment


Your wedding day is one of the most important chapters of your life.

At Harpsy Studios, we’ve designed wedding photography collections that preserve your memories with artistry and intention —

ensuring every detail, emotion, and celebration is captured and transformed into timeless heirlooms you’ll treasure for generations.

 

Every Collection Includes

 

Every wedding photography collection begins with up to four hours of coverage, ensuring your most important moments are captured beautifully. Additional hours may be added to fit the flow of your day.

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  • Coverage by two professional photographers, ensuring every angle and detail of your day is beautifully captured.


  • Up to four hours of wedding day coverage (additional coverage $150/hour)


  • Private Reveal & Ordering Appointment


  • Curated selection of digital images (based on chosen collection)


  • Access to heirloom albums, wall art, and fine art prints

Signature Wedding Collections

Pearl


  • 80 custom-enhanced digital images of your choosing
  • Luxe 10×10 custom album with 50 pages of your favorite photos
  • One 20×24 framed fine art wall portrait with mat, glare-resistant acrylic, and frame choice
  • Up to four hours of continuous coverage
  • Exclusive Engagement Session Privilege
  • Private Reveal & Ordering Appointment


$3,800

 

Opal


  • 60 custom-enhanced digital images of your choosing
  • Luxe 10×10 custom album with 40 pages of your favorite photos
  • Up to four hours of continuous coverage
  • Private Reveal & Ordering Appointment


$2,800

 

 

Moonstone


  • 40 custom-enhanced digital images of your choosing
  • Up to four hours of continuous coverage
  • Private Reveal & Ordering Appointment
  • Option to add on heirloom products


$2,000

 

Investment Details


To officially reserve your wedding date, a non-refundable $1,000 Session Investment Fee is required along with a signed Session Agreement. This amount is applied toward your chosen collection.


The remaining balance is divided into two equal payments:


  • Six months prior to your wedding date
  • One month prior to your wedding date


If your wedding is booked less than six months in advance, the balance will be divided evenly between the booking date and one month prior.

If your wedding is booked less than one month in advance, the full balance is due at the time of booking.

Coverage Overview


All collections include up to four hours of continuous wedding day coverage. Most couples find this is the perfect amount of time to beautifully capture:

  • The ceremony
  • Bride & Groom portraits
  • Wedding party portraits

Every wedding timeline is unique — if your celebration includes additional traditions, extended portraits, or a lively reception you’d like documented, additional coverage hours may be added to any collection.

Elevate Your Experience

Add-Ons

To Personalize Your

Special Day

Your wedding is one of a kind — and your photography experience should be, too. Enhance your collection with these optional add-ons, designed to preserve your story in even greater detail.

Additional Wedding Day Coverage

Extend beyond the included four hours to capture every special moment, from lively receptions to late-night farewells. ~ $150/hour


Highlight Wedding Film

A cinematic short film that captures the essence of your wedding day, artfully edited and set to music. Designed to complement your photography collection, this film is a timeless way to relive the emotions of your day in motion.

~ $950


Drone Coverage

Take your wedding story to new heights with breathtaking aerial perspectives of your venue, ceremony, or celebration. When paired with a Highlight Wedding Film, drone footage adds sweeping cinematic movement; as a standalone feature, it provides stunning still imagery that elevates your wedding collection.

~ $600


Timeless Studio Portraits

Return to the studio after your wedding day, in your gown and suit/tux, for editorial-inspired portraits designed to be cherished as heirloom artwork.

~ $750


Fine Art Albums & Wall Portraits

Expand your heirloom collection with custom-designed albums, framed wall art, curated gallery groupings, and more!

~ Varies


Sneak Peeks!

Want to relive your day right away? Receive 3 custom-edited highlight images within 72 hours of your wedding. Perfect for sharing with friends, family, or social media while your full collection is still being perfected. Add to any collection!

~ $200

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The Perfect Prelude

Engagement Sessions


Your love story deserves to be celebrated long before the wedding day. Our Engagement Sessions are the perfect opportunity to capture timeless portraits of the two of you together — whether in our professional portrait studio for a sophisticated editorial look, or on location for something more personal.


Each session includes:

  • 10 custom-enhanced digital images (with the option to add more!)
  • 25 Save the Date cards OR 25 custom Wedding Invitations (your choice of design, with upgrades available)
  • Up to one hour of dedicated photography time — in-studio or on-location
  • A personalized Reveal & Ordering Appointment


This experience is designed not only to create stunning portraits, but also to give you tangible keepsakes to share with loved ones as you prepare for your wedding day.


Available as a special add-on for $750 +tax


*Couples who select our Pearl Collection enjoy an exclusive $200 savings on Engagement Sessions!*

Wedding Details At a Glance


Below are important details to note for your wedding photography experience.

  • Wedding Collections begin at $2000 +tax


  • Session Investment Fee ($1,000) + Signed Session Agreement are required to secure your date on our calendar


  • Remaining balance is divided into two equal payments due 6 months and 1 month before your wedding


  • Up to 4 hours of wedding day coverage included in every collection


  • Reveal & Ordering Appointment scheduled 5–6 weeks after your wedding


  • Additional coverage may be added at $150/hour


  • Travel fees may apply for weddings outside Lexington/Columbia area


*All collections include bride & groom, immediate family, and wedding party as time allows. Additional guests, traditions, or extended portrait time require additional coverage.

 

Your Reveal & Ordering Appointment

 

The heart of the Harpsy experience is your private Reveal & Ordering Appointment: a chance to relive your wedding day and transform your photographs into timeless keepsakes. These appointments typically last about 60–90 minutes and are designed to be as memorable as they are effortless.


Here’s what you can expect:


  • Slideshow Premiere — A cinematic presentation of your wedding gallery to relive every cherished moment.
  • Artwork Mock-Ups — See your portraits displayed as framed pieces or gallery walls, customized to your home for a realistic preview.
  • Selection of Favorites — Choose the images that will be included in your Collection’s album and digital set.
  • Customization & Design — Finalize album covers, layouts, and framing details to reflect your style.
  • Tailored Add-Ons — From gift prints and parent albums to wedding announcements or holiday cards, you’ll have the option to expand your heirloom collection.


Every couple’s appointment is unique, and while  some prefer to focus on fine art albums,  others prioritize wall portraits or digital keepsakes. To keep things flexible, digital image bundles begin at 10 for $500 each, with more options to fit your needs.


This is more than an ordering session; it’s the moment your moments become heirlooms.


 

FAQ

 

Do you travel?

Absolutely! While we’re based in the Columbia/Lexington area, we happily travel throughout South Carolina and beyond. Travel fees may apply depending on location, but we’ll provide all the details upfront.

How do we book our wedding date?

Your date is officially reserved with a signed Session Agreement and Session Investment Fee. As we accept only a limited number of weddings each year, we encourage you to book early to ensure availability.

Can we add extra coverage later?

Yes, you may add additional hours of coverage to any collection. We ask that this be finalized at least one month before your wedding date so we can plan your timeline accordingly. Payment for additional coverage is due at the time of booking additional hours.

When will we see our photos?

Your private Reveal & Ordering Appointment is typically scheduled within 5 to 6 weeks after your wedding day. This is when you’ll see your images for the first time and choose your favorites for your collection and heirloom products.

Do you offer engagement sessions?

Absolutely! Engagement sessions can be booked separately or added on to your wedding collection for a complete storytelling experience.

Do you provide digital images?

Yes. Each collection includes a curated number of custom-enhanced digital images of your choosing. Every digital is hand-edited with true-to-color custom enhancements, designed to look as beautiful in print as they do on screen. You may also add additional digital images in individually or in bundles.

What is a Reveal & Ordering Appointment (R&OA)?

After your wedding or engagement session, you’ll join us for a private Reveal & Ordering Appointment. This is where you’ll get to see your images for the very first time, select your favorites, and design heirloom products such as albums, wall art, or printed announcements.

Let’s Begin Your Forever


Your wedding day deserves to be remembered with intention, beauty, and care. At Harpsy Studios, we’d be honored to tell your story and craft heirlooms that last for generations. Let’s create something extraordinary together — reach out today to reserve your date.