Elizabeth Proto

Elizabeth Proto Dear Elizabeth Photography provides timeless, artistic, and elegant wedding and couples photography in Charleston, South Carolina and beyond.

Ending my 2025 season with a wedding full of joy, intention, and the kind of love that reminds me why I do this. A perfe...
12/17/2025

Ending my 2025 season with a wedding full of joy, intention, and the kind of love that reminds me why I do this. A perfect finale. ✨

Night 1 in Ravello with Annabelle and Jack ✨A rehearsal dinner under Ravello’s vine-covered terraces. Soft light, effort...
12/02/2025

Night 1 in Ravello with Annabelle and Jack ✨

A rehearsal dinner under Ravello’s vine-covered terraces. Soft light, effortless style, and two people glowing before the big day. Let’s not forget the incredible pizza . 🤍🌿✨

When your love story begins in middle school, it’s no surprise the wedding day feels like an intentional celebration sha...
12/02/2025

When your love story begins in middle school, it’s no surprise the wedding day feels like an intentional celebration shared by those who have truly witnessed it all. ✨

Tori & David’s Charleston wedding at the Admiral House radiated pure Southern charm, filled with emotion, energy, and so much heart.

Their parents have been best friends for years, making the moment even more meaningful as their families officially became one. 🥹🤍

From personal letters written to each of their 165 guests to surprise moments, choreographed dances, joyful tears, and nonstop laughter… every detail was authentically them.

I truly can’t imagine a more perfect Charleston day for these two. 🤍🌿✨

Tori and David, what an honor it’s been. I cannot wait to see what the future holds for you. ❤️

Creative Team ✨

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Some moments speak louder in black and white. From the stillness of a portrait to the laughter of your reception, these ...
11/13/2025

Some moments speak louder in black and white. From the stillness of a portrait to the laughter of your reception, these images hold the heartbeat of your story.

There’s something about 35mm film that feels like nostalgia captured in motion. Soft, timeless, and imperfect in the mos...
11/09/2025

There’s something about 35mm film that feels like nostalgia captured in motion. Soft, timeless, and imperfect in the most beautiful way. 🎞️

Katie walked out of her childhood home with her father by her side, ready to meet Alex and begin the next chapter of the...
11/08/2025

Katie walked out of her childhood home with her father by her side, ready to meet Alex and begin the next chapter of their lives together.

If I’m being honest, the biggest difference between when I started and now is how I see a moment…from every angle, every emotion, every fleeting second. The walk down the aisle may only last a minute, but in that minute, we create a story that will bring you right back to how it felt, even 30 years from now.

I can’t wait to be back in Charleston in just a few weeks to photograph a very special couple. 🫶 There’s something timel...
11/05/2025

I can’t wait to be back in Charleston in just a few weeks to photograph a very special couple. 🫶 There’s something timeless about love stories beneath the oak trees and Southern light.

Charleston personally holds so much meaning to me. It’s where Marc and I started our marriage, our family and made some of our most cherished life long friends. Every time I’m back so many great memories flood my mind. Thank you for giving me a reason to come back and experience the magic of Charleston. There’s nothing quite like it. ✨

11/03/2025

I can’t say it enough. I don’t just take photos. I build connection so your story feels effortless.

I’m Liz, a destination wedding photographer who believes you can have a balance of classic and modern wedding photos. Aside from natural, artistic and true to life photos, my couples prioritize, storytelling, togetherness and capturing their unique legacy on their wedding day.

Kaitlyn + Alex shared the sweetest moments together before their ceremony at  A first look is more than a reveal. It’s a...
11/02/2025

Kaitlyn + Alex shared the sweetest moments together before their ceremony at

A first look is more than a reveal. It’s a story unfolding in real time. We move through every angle to capture both sides of the moment…the anticipation in one frame, the reaction in another, and the connection that lingers between them. Every first look is special and unique. There is no right or wrong way to do it. Ultimately whatever makes the two of you happy is the way your story was meant to be told. ✨

💫 Jack and Annabelle were an absolute 10, and then walked in their wedding party. Is there any other way to celebrate ab...
10/31/2025

💫 Jack and Annabelle were an absolute 10, and then walked in their wedding party. Is there any other way to celebrate abroad in Italy then surrounded by the most important people in your life? 🇮🇹

There are couples whose love feels almost cinematic. Graceful, effortless, and deeply genuine. Jillian and Wyatt are one...
10/30/2025

There are couples whose love feels almost cinematic. Graceful, effortless, and deeply genuine. Jillian and Wyatt are one of those pairs. Their wedding day radiated a kind of joy that can’t be staged. The kind that draws everyone in, creating an atmosphere that feels both celebratory and heartfelt. Their closest friends and family traveled from all over to their destination wedding in Bluffton, SC. Celebrations like this are an honor to be a part of. ✨

✨Italy seems to call a little louder these days. For me, it’s more than a destination. It’s a feeling. It’s my heritage,...
10/30/2025

✨Italy seems to call a little louder these days. For me, it’s more than a destination. It’s a feeling. It’s my heritage, my inspiration, and where some of my favorite memories live. ✨

I was 16 when I first visited and I was hooked. Marc and I took our first trip together in 2015, and I’ve never seen him more relaxed. There’s just something in thr air that makes Italy a magical experience every time.

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Welcome! I'm Liz, wedding photographer based in gorgeous Charleston, South Carolina. My photos are often described as fresh, bright, and romantic. My work has been featured in Charleston Wedding Magazine! I love photographing stunning florals, bridal details, and outdoor weddings! Plantations, beaches, and historic venues are a few of my favorites! Aside from photographing your unique love story, I value getting to know my couples well before the big day! This ensures that when the day rolls around, everyone is comfortable, and I can capture the most natural photos of you and your significant other! All love stories deserve to be documented, and I'm honored that my job is to capture so many of them!