The Shaws: March 15, 2026

The venue: Cabin at Old Spur

Located in Timmonsville, South Carolina, The Cabin at Old Spur is an expansive backdrop featuring a gorgeous pond, open skies, and 70 acres of forestry, making it the perfect location for couples who want a relaxed, outdoor wedding. Nestled in the midst of lush greenery and expansive fields, couples can take their pick for their ceremony location with various backdrops to choose from. The Shaw's chose to have their ceremony with the serene, blue pond as the backdrop to their union. This venue also features a covered awning for those days when the weather does not quite cooperate, making it a great backup location to ensure peace of mind. Madison and Justin could not have picked a better location to celebrate their love!

Serene outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs and wooden arch reflected in a tranquil pond.

Rustic wooden barn wedding venue surrounded by tall pine trees under a bright blue sky with white clouds.

Rustic wooden wedding entrance gate adorned with two green wreaths opening to a wooded forest path.

Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with white chairs arranged in rows on green grass with a wooden arch centerpiece.

The details: Full of whimsy

One of Madison's only requests was a free spirited flatlay. While most brides want a traditional flatlay with an extremely organized layout, she wanted something that reflected the feeling of whimsy that she implemented into her details. The invitational suite was the perfect floral design from Minted and set the stage for the remainder of their details. Her perfume from Marc Jacobs smelled just as beautiful as it looked--I can confirm :) Her personalized jewelry from Etsy added delicate elegance to her look. One detail that most stood out to me was her gift to her future husband; Madison had custom cufflinks designed by Galloway and Mosely. On them, their initials, wedding date, and a sweet message was inscribed. Now for the star of the details: THE DRESS!! Madison bought two dresses for this perfect day. After some dress regret after purchasing the first one, the second one was the winner without a doubt. The bridal consultants at Fancy's Bridals in Lake City helped her find the lace, basque-waist dress of her (and my ;)) dreams! This dress could not have been any more perfect for Mrs. Shaw!

Elegant bridal flat lay with orange floral bouquet, white strappy heels, invitations, and gold accessories on grass.

Diamond engagement ring and wedding band displayed in velvet hexagon box on ornate gold vintage tray.

Elegant wedding flat lay with floral bouquet, white platform heels, invitations, and accessories on grass.

Marc Jacobs Daisy Wild Eau Intense perfume bottle with colorful daisy topper resting on green grass.

Personalized linen wedding vow book inscribed with My Vows to Justin dated 03.15.2026 on green grass.

Bridal flat lay on green grass featuring orange bouquet, white heels, wedding invitations, rings, and accessories.

Gold hexagonal glass jewelry box containing a delicate gold necklace and earrings on a white cushion.

Gold engraved oval cufflink displayed on small wooden box on green grass with wedding stationery nearby.

Floral arch-shaped Save the Date and botanical wedding invitation suite laid on green grass.

Gold wedding band and diamond engagement ring in velvet box displayed on ornate antique gold tray on grass.

Flat lay of wedding details including floral bouquet, shoes, invitations, and rings on green grass.

Arch-shaped floral Save the Date card and botanical wedding invitation suite displayed on green grass.

Pearl-embellished bridal heels hanging on personalized Madison Bride hanger from crystal chandelier.

Black and white photo of pearl bridal heels hanging elegantly from a crystal candelabra chandelier.

Elegant white wedding dress hanging from a crystal chandelier with candle lights and flowing veil.

Delicate white bridal heels with lace floral details resting on a tulle veil with embroidery.

White strapless wedding gown hanging by a window above a pink sofa with bridal heels nearby.

Black and white photo of lace bridal veil draped over a couch with wedding heels peeking through.

Getting Ready: Setting the tone

From the moment I walked in the getting ready rooms, I could tell that this group was SO supportive of the bride and groom. To start, Madison's bridesmaids surprised her with a scrapbook of memories over the course of their friendship. This moment had everyone in the room in tears. Not only was Madison's bridesmaids a special part of her morning, her mom was there for every second. Truly, she felt like a seventh member of the friend group. The bond between the bride and her mother was so obvious and so, so sweet. After Madison was all dolled up and ready to go, we had a moment to snap a couple of bridal portraits that turned out GORGEOUS!! Scroll through the photos below to experience the beauty of Madison's morning.

Emotional bride in white pajamas laughing while opening wedding gift card before ceremony.

Emotional bride covering face with hands while viewing photo album on pink sofa.

Tearful bride in cream pajamas looking at photo album on pink sofa before wedding.

Black and white photo of bridesmaids sharing a warm group hug while getting ready together.

Hair stylist in striped shirt and white cap styling blonde bridesmaid's updo.

Black and white photo of bride laughing during hair and makeup preparations.

Makeup artist with a decorative cap carefully applying makeup to a bride in a dressing room.

Makeup artist applying eye makeup to a blonde bride during wedding day preparations indoors.

Hair stylist using a flat iron to style a womans updo during bridal wedding preparations.

Bride sitting calmly while hair and makeup artists work on her bridal look in a vanity room.

Bride with green hair rollers applying lipstick at a wooden vanity mirror.

Two women getting ready at a vanity mirror with Hollywood lights during bridal preparations.

Four bridesmaids in white pajamas laughing and posing on a bed together.

Bride and bridesmaids in cream satin pajamas toasting with mimosas before wedding.

Black and white photo of bridesmaids clinking champagne glasses in satin pajamas.

Bride and bridesmaids in cream pajamas toasting champagne on rustic wooden porch.

Excited bride showing engagement ring while holding champagne flute with bridesmaids.

Brunette bridesmaid flipping long curly hair extensions in bright bedroom.

Joyful bride in white pajamas jumping on bed holding champagne glass in elegant room.

Laughing bride in white pajamas standing on bed during wedding morning preparations.

Mother in orange dress helping bride in white jacket with jewelry during wedding preparations.

Black and white portrait of smiling bride in wedding gown with mother in getting ready room.

Close-up of mother in orange dress holding bride's hand in lace wedding gown with veil.

Mother in orange dress tenderly kissing bride on cheek during wedding morning preparations.

Black and white portrait of bride in lace gown and veil resting on elegant sofa.

Black and white photo of bride in lace wedding dress and veil seated, showing engagement ring.

Smiling bride in strapless lace wedding gown and veil seated on pink velvet chair by window.

Bride in lace wedding gown covered by floral veil, seated by bright window holding a flower.

Black and white portrait of bride draped in floral veil, soft light streaming through window.

Bride in lace wedding dress with long floral veil spread across pink sofa, gazing out window.

Bride and bridesmaid celebrating with arms raised, reflected in mirror during wedding preparations.

Excited bridesmaids cheering around bride in lace wedding gown during fun getting-ready moment.

The boys had an equally as special bond. They arrived at the groom's cabin dressed and ready to go. But before they could go on with the ceremony, Justin had a special gift for each of them. These gifts represented their friendship and love in the most touching way. Scroll below to see how Justin and his groomsmen spent the morning.

Black and white photo of long-haired bearded groom in light suit preparing before wedding ceremony.

Groomsmen in beige suits with brown shoes gather in a rustic room before a wedding ceremony.

Groom in white vest and mint tie standing in rustic wood-ceiling room during wedding preparations.

Blue-eyed Australian Shepherd dog sits on a leather couch cushion looking at the camera.

Long-haired groomsman in beige suit exchanges gift with another man at a wedding preparation table.

Bald groom in beige suit talks on phone while standing in a rustic wedding preparation room.

Chocolate brown Cocker Spaniel wearing a bow tie poses on a couch before a wedding.

Wedding party in white suits gathers around a table sharing gifts in a rustic venue room.

Two groomsmen in beige suits stand together under pendant light in a rustic wedding venue room.

Black and white photo of two groomsmen sharing an emotional embrace before a wedding ceremony.

Two groomsmen in beige suits share a warm embrace during wedding day preparations indoors.

Long-haired groomsman in beige suit shares a heartfelt hug with a blonde woman before the wedding.

First look: Girlhood

Prior to Madison getting dressed, the bridesmaids left the room to save the excitement for the grand reveal. I wanted the beautiful pond to act as the backdrop for this special moment. After dodging the rain, my second photographer, Lindee, set up the girls on the dock. We placed Madison in the perfect location to get both the reaction of the bride and her girls. After Madison told them to turn around, the girls were overcome with emotion. Tears were shed and laughs were had, but ultimately, this ended in one group hug where they all hyped the bride up for the upcoming ceremony. The rain held off just long enough for the girls to help Madison get tucked away inside until her first touch with Justin.

Bridesmaids in colorful dresses running across green lawn toward a pond at an outdoor wedding venue.

Bride in white gown descending wooden staircase with orange bouquet and black dog at her side.

Bridesmaids in mismatched earth-tone gowns standing on a wooden dock beside a serene pond.

Bride in white gown holding orange bouquet walks barefoot on grass assisted by woman in orange dress.

Bride in white wedding gown holding bouquet walks on lawn while photographer captures the moment.

Elegant bride in white ball gown with long veil holding orange bouquet on green lawn outdoors.

Bridesmaids in rust and champagne satin gowns on dock react to bride's first look reveal.

Bridesmaids in earth-tone satin dresses stand on wooden dock as bride approaches for first look.

Emotional bridesmaids in rust and champagne gowns react with tears to bride's first look reveal.

Radiant bride in white strapless gown with cathedral veil holding orange bouquet on green lawn.

Five bridesmaids in mismatched earth-tone satin gowns holding orange bouquets pose on a wooden dock by a serene lake.

Four bridesmaids in rust, blush, and gold satin dresses walk across a wooden dock beside a calm green lake.

Four bridesmaids in satin gowns of blush, olive, and rust laugh while walking off a wooden dock onto green grass.

Bride in white lace gown with veil greets smiling bridesmaid in blush satin dress outdoors at wedding venue.

Bride and bridesmaids in rust and gold satin dresses share a joyful group moment outdoors at a wedding.

Three bridesmaids in blush and sage satin dresses laugh together while holding vibrant orange and peach bouquets.

Black and white photo of smiling bride surrounded by bridesmaids holding bouquets outside a rustic wedding venue.

Tattooed bridesmaid in white dress adjusts bride's lace veil while bridal party gathers on green lawn.

Bridesmaids in rust and blush satin gowns walk alongside bride in white lace dress near a lakeside venue.

Bridesmaids in rust satin dresses help laughing bride lift her white lace gown while walking across green lawn.

Bridesmaid in dark gown helps carry bride's flowing white lace wedding dress train outdoors in black and white photo.

Six bridesmaids in rust and gold velvet gowns carry bride's white wedding dress train across green lawn.

Bridesmaids in elegant gowns carry bride's lace veil and train walking toward rustic venue in black and white.

Wedding party walks toward rustic farmhouse as bridesmaids carry bride's flowing white dress train in black and white.

Bridesmaids in satin gowns help bride carry lace veil up wooden steps into dark rustic wedding venue.

First Touch: A private vow exchange

After celebrating with her girls, Madison was anxious to see her soon to be husband. Under a beautiful oak tree, the two took a few minutes to spend time together before the ceremony. Madison wanted to keep the traditional first look for the ceremony, so this was the perfect option. As they stood back to back, this bride and groom exchanged personal, heartfelt vows expressing their love and devotion to one another. There was not a dry eye in the house, folks!

Bride and groom stand back to back in wooded outdoor setting with long white dress train in black and white.

Smiling bride in strapless lace corset wedding gown holds hands with groom in beige suit outdoors.

Blonde bride in strapless lace wedding gown reads from small book with veil flowing in outdoor setting.

Emotional groom in white suit reads vows while standing back to back with bride under bare tree in black and white.

Bearded groom in beige suit with green tie stands back to back with bride holding vows card outdoors.

Bride and groom hold hands outdoors, bride wearing strapless lace wedding gown with sheer corset bodice.

Groom in beige suit reads vow book back-to-back with bride in lace wedding dress during first look.

Black and white portrait of emotional bride in strapless lace gown holding vow book outdoors.

Bride and groom share intimate moment in open field, bride wearing cathedral veil and lace gown.

Bride reads vow book while standing back-to-back with groom under moss-draped trees outdoors.

Emotional bride wipes tears reading vow book in white gown and cathedral veil during first look.

Close-up of bride in strapless lace gown reading personalized vow book with ring on finger.

Close-up of bride in strapless lace corset wedding gown holding beige vow book outdoors.

Black and white photo of bride and groom standing back-to-back reading vows in wooded setting.

Gifts: extra Sentiment

As if the first touch was not emotional enough, Madison and Justin also surprised each other with sentimental gifts. From Justin, Madison received a pearl necklace, and Madison gifted Justin custom cufflinks--both gifts from Galloway and Mosely.

Groom in white suit exchanges rings with woman in red satin dress on wooden cabin porch steps.

Gold engraved wedding ring displayed on a wooden ring box in green grass with a journal in the background.

Bride in white lace wedding dress looking at her phone with a concerned expression before the ceremony.

Bride holding open a jewelry box displaying a delicate gold pearl pendant necklace on her wedding day.

The ceremony: an intimate union

Guests seated themselves at the ceremony location and waited in the shade as the wedding party lined up behind closed doors. It was a full, yet intimate gathering with only the closest friends and family. The processional began with family and wedding party walking down the aisle. The music swelled and it was time for the groom to see his bride for the first time. This moment was incredibly special as everyone in the crowd could see the joy written all over Madison and Justin's faces. Vows and rings were exchanged and the two became husband and wife! The crowd quite literally erupted in cheers and the two RAN down the aisle (stopping only for a quick kiss;)).

Group Pictures: Family

Group pictures are one of the most important pictures of anyone's wedding day. They can be quick, but they are proof of the support from the ones you love. These groups were so easy and fun to work with! Take a moment to see how Madison and Justin's friends and family showed up for them.

Wedding party of four poses before wooden arch with orange floral arrangements beside a pond.

Wedding party poses under floral arch with orange and white blooms at outdoor ceremony.

Bride with parents under wooden arch adorned with orange and white flowers outdoors.

Bride and groom share tender moment under floral wedding arch with orange blooms.

Group Pictures: Wedding Party

For about 15 minutes after family pictures, we spent time celebrating the Shaws with the entire wedding party. This group was SO fun and easy to work with.

Excited wedding party celebrates with raised arms under floral arch on green lawn.

Wedding party in neutral and earth-tone attire poses under flower-adorned wooden arch.

Bride and groom share intimate moment surrounded by moving wedding guests in sunlight.

Newlyweds share a kiss in golden sunlight as wedding party moves around them.

Large wedding party poses together in warm sunlight outside rustic wooden venue.

Joyful wedding party celebrates with raised arms outside sunlit rustic barn venue.

Bride and groom kiss while wedding party walks away in golden afternoon sunlight.

Bride and groom share a kiss surrounded by cheering wedding party in neutral and earth-tone attire outdoors.

Wedding party clusters around kissing bride and groom in golden sunlight beside a rustic barn venue.

Joyful wedding party poses with kissing newlyweds in warm sunlight, holding colorful orange and pink bouquets.

Groom embraces bride as excited wedding party runs toward camera in golden sunset light near rustic barn.

Bride and groom hug while cheerful wedding party poses playfully around them in warm outdoor sunlight.

Wedding party surrounds embracing newlyweds in a close group portrait with golden backlight near a barn.

Bride in lace gown stands with five bridesmaids in mismatched earth-tone satin dresses holding floral bouquets.

Bride and bridesmaids pose dramatically looking away in rust, blush, and sage satin gowns outdoors.

Bride and five bridesmaids celebrate joyfully with raised arms in colorful earth-tone dresses under bare trees.

Black and white close-up of bride and bridesmaids holding lush floral bouquets with flowing gown train.

Bride and bridesmaids in colorful dresses running and dancing joyfully on green lawn at outdoor wedding.

Smiling bride in white gown holding bouquet with bridesmaids in peach and rust satin dresses outdoors.

Laughing bride in white ballgown holding orange bouquet walking with bridesmaids on sunny green lawn.

Bride in white lace gown smiling at camera surrounded by bridesmaids in mixed earth-tone dresses outdoors.

Motion blur photo of bride in white dress dancing with bridesmaids in sage and orange gowns outdoors.

Bride raising orange bouquet joyfully while bridesmaids in coral dresses swirl around her on green lawn.

Bride smiling in white strapless gown surrounded by motion-blurred bridesmaids in rust and gold dresses.

Black and white photo of bride and six bridesmaids posing together with bouquets on wedding day.

Bride and five bridesmaids sitting on grass laughing together in earth-tone satin dresses at outdoor venue.

Bride in white lace gown sitting on grass with bridesmaids holding peach and orange bouquets smiling.

Bride in white gown sits with bridesmaids in coral and gold dresses holding bouquets of orange and white flowers outdoors.

Six groomsmen in matching cream suits with boutonnieres stand together outside a rustic barn venue.

Groomsmen in cream suits laugh and walk together outside a rustic barn wedding venue on a sunny day.

Groom with long hair leads groomsmen in cream suits walking toward camera at outdoor barn wedding venue.

Groom in cream suit leads groomsmen walking down a path at a rustic outdoor barn wedding venue.

Groom in cream suit adjusts jacket while groomsmen stand behind him at a rustic barn wedding venue.

Cocktail HOur: Drinks & Fun

The Shaw's cocktail hour took place while we worked on group and couple pictures. Details were not spared for this affair with a gorgeous seating chart, champagne wall, open bar, beautiful greenery from Forest Lake Green House, and charcuterie tables. Wedding favors were sprinkled throughout such as honey jars and tattoos of the couple's dogs. A Bible was used for guests to highlight versus of inspiration for the couple down the road. The cake by Four Hartz Bakery matched the theme perfectly with icing wildflowers. Signature drinks were also offered at the bar for an added layer of personalization.

Couple Portraits: Mr & Mrs

The most important pictures from any wedding day (in my humble opinion) are the portraits as husband and wife. I make sure to set aside at least 30 minutes for a session that captures the fresh love between the new Mr. and Mrs. This was also very important to the Shaws--particularly Justin! When Madison told me that JUSTIN requested golden hour photos, I was THRILLED! There is nothing better than having a groom that is excited about their portraits. This short session was able to provide these two with a few minutes to themselves before partying with the rest of the guests. A moment to breathe and take in their new life together.

Bride and groom running hand-in-hand through a golden field at sunset on their wedding day.

Black and white photo of bride and groom running through a sunlit field on their wedding day.

Black and white motion-blurred photo of bride in flowing gown running through a field.

Groom lifting bride in a romantic kiss in a golden sunlit field at sunset.

Black and white photo of groom swinging bride in wedding dress in a field.

Groom carries bride in white gown through golden field under dramatic cloudy sky.

Groom carries bride in flowing white wedding dress through tall golden grass field.

Black and white photo of groom lifting and kissing bride in field under cloudy sky.

Bride and groom embrace romantically in golden field, bride wearing long veil.

Black and white close-up of groom tenderly embracing bride in strapless wedding gown.

Bearded groom in tan suit gazes lovingly at bride in white veil outdoors.

Bride and groom share a kiss in golden meadow, long veil flowing in wind.

Black and white close-up of groom holding bride's waist in lace wedding dress.

Bearded groom in gray suit gazes at bride in white veil against blue sky.

Black and white photo of bearded groom in white suit gazing at blonde bride in veil.

Bride and groom embrace in golden field, her lace gown and veil flowing in the wind.

Romantic couple in white wedding attire touch foreheads in a sunlit golden meadow.

Bride and groom share a kiss in a golden grass field under dramatic cloudy skies.

Black and white artistic shot of bride in flowing lace gown and veil in open field.

Close-up of bride and groom sharing a passionate kiss in warm golden sunset light.

Newlyweds kiss under billowing veil in golden field with stunning sunset backdrop.

Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing intimate moment beneath floral veil.

Bride and groom kiss under lace veil with warm backlight, wedding rings visible.

Groom tenderly kisses bride's cheek as she smiles under flowing lace wedding veil.

Bride and groom share a romantic moment under a veil in a golden field at sunset.

Black and white photo of groom tenderly kissing bride under flowing wedding veil.

Close-up of bride in lace wedding dress with floral applique details and flowing veil.

Bride and groom share a passionate kiss under a veil in a golden meadow at dusk.

Smiling bride and groom embrace in a golden field with dramatic cloudy sky backdrop.

Bride and groom pose together in golden grass field, bride in strapless lace wedding gown.

Close-up of bride's diamond wedding ring as groom gently cradles her neck.

Intimate close-up of bride and groom nearly kissing, groom wearing floral boutonniere.

Bride and groom hold hands in golden meadow, bride's lace gown train flowing behind her.

Black and white photo of bride and groom holding hands in a sweeping golden grass field.

Bride and groom sharing a romantic kiss in a golden field at sunset, groom in beige suit, bride in white strapless gown.

Bride and groom kissing in a golden meadow, bride holding vibrant orange and coral bouquet, groom in ivory suit.

Joyful bride and groom running through a sunlit golden field at sunset, groom carrying colorful bridal bouquet.

Motion-blur photo of bride and groom playfully running through tall grass field, bride in white lace gown.

Black and white photo of bride and groom walking hand in hand, bride in lace gown with long veil and bouquet.

Bride and groom sharing an intimate kiss in front of a rustic farmhouse, bride in lace gown with long veil.

Laughing bride and groom sharing a joyful moment outdoors in golden sunlight, groom in beige suit with boutonniere.

Close-up of bride and groom standing together, groom in beige suit with floral boutonniere, bride holding bouquet.

Bride and groom sharing a tender kiss inside a golf cart, bathed in warm golden sunlight on wedding day.

More portraits: Bridals and pups

A major portion of the Shaw's wedding day included their pups. Opal, Violet, and Wrigley were more than happy to participate! After couple portraits, we made sure to include the doggos! If there is time, I also love to sneak away with the bride to get some photos of her in her wedding dress. I think we are all obsessed with these!

Bride in white gown and groom in ivory suit walking a border collie dog near a serene pond on wedding day.

Bride and groom posing with three dogs on a green lawn at an outdoor wedding venue.

Bride and groom walking three dogs across a lush green field at their outdoor wedding.

Smiling newlyweds kneeling with three dogs on grass at an elegant outdoor wedding.

Bride and groom walking away with three dogs toward a pond at an outdoor wedding.

Newlyweds strolling with two dogs near a reflective pond at an outdoor wedding venue.

Bride and groom holding leashes with three dogs on an open green field at their wedding.

Bride and groom walking three dogs across a wide green lawn at an outdoor wedding.

Mrs. shaw

Party Time: The reception

After portraits were finished, it was time to PARTY!! The couple spent the night dancing, celebrating, and spending time with those they love most. Trust me--a time was had! Between glow sticks, ABBA, cake cutting, and tattoos, this reception was one to remember!