Hi there, friends! I'm so happy you're here.


I'm Carly! I am a Charleston-based photographer that enjoys capturing people living their lives full of love - whether it is celebrating your engagement, partying at your wedding reception, or just taking some adorable photos with your partner, I love seeing all of the special moments through a lens. I love taking on new challenges and learning new skills behind the camera.

Don't Quit your day dream


I was a high school English teacher for six years, but left the classroom in 2023 to pursue my passion and become a full-time wedding photographer. I am so excited to be following my dreams, and there are definitely some similarities between teaching and photography - it still allows me to connect with people in meaningful ways, express my creativity, and tell stories through a different medium.

a few of my favorite things


I absolutely adore my wonderful husband, and we live in Mount Pleasant with our two sweet cats, Zelda and Kit Harrington. We are THRILLED to be welcoming our first baby into the world this spring! I enjoy being on the water, performing/practicing aerial silks, and spending time with the people who are most important to me. I am the photographer for Charleston's The Rocky Horror Picture Show shadow cast, have an unhealthy obsession with Halloween, am a bit of a Disney freak, and I love a good cup of tea (or glass of wine). Cheers!

right now, You can catch me...

READING


I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy

WATCHING


Margo's Got Money Troubles

listening


Lots of Disney music to entertain my baby!

FAQ

Where are you based and do you travel?

I'm based in Charleston, SC! And heck yes - I love to travel! Let's go somewhere awesome together!

If you hire me to travel to one of my current "photography bucket list" destinations, you'll get a discount on your package!

Current USA bucket list: Sedona, Arizona; Hawaii; Utah Salt Flats; Maine; Alaska
Current international bucket list: Greece, Italy, Spain, Egypt, Thailand, Iceland

Can we get a discount?

I offer a 5% discount to teachers, first responders, healthcare workers, and military servicemembers.

You can also get a discount if you're getting married at one of my bucket list locations! See the question above.

When will we get our photos?

If you book a portrait session with me, you will receive an online gallery link with all your photos within a maximum of four weeks after your session. For weddings, I guarantee gallery delivery within 8 weeks. The photos you receive in your gallery are yours to share, download, and print!

How many pictures will we receive?

I guarantee at least 50 edited photos per hour of coverage.

What are your prices?

Weddings begin at $3000. Portrait sessions begin at $395 for a 45-minute session. Please see "services" for other session options, or contact me to learn more!

What’s your style?

If I were to describe my style in three words, they would be: whimsical, romantic, and vintage-inspired. Check out my instagram (@carlyforrestphotography) if you’d like to see some examples!