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Myrtle Beach Wedding Photography Pricing and Services

Ryan Smith Professional Photographer

"Ryan was wonderful in working with us for our wedding. He was so easy-going and professional, willing to do anything we wanted, but also giving helpful advice and expertise. The photographs turned out beautiful and we are so grateful."
Wedding Client Testimonial | Dec 22, 2009     ↓↓See More↓↓
 
 

New! Check my wedding schedule online. Also check example wedding at bottom of page.

My style of wedding photography in Myrtle Beach

Most importantly I love what I do and I try to offer the best personal service and amazing images. Brides today are looking for a wedding photographer that does more than just traditional posed and formal photography. Myrtle Beach is the perfect place for exciting wedding photojournalist style work. I concentrate less on poses and more on capturing the perfect moments. While I will set up traditional family formal portraits, I take hundreds of candid lifestyle shots of the event as it happens, documenting the event and the emotions of the day. When I do pose a couple I concentrate on relaxed, candid and fun outdoor shots such as on the beach.

My style of photography is relaxed and fun, I'm always open to suggestions and ideas. I've had clients tell me it's the nicest experience they have had with a photographer, I hope I can make you feel the same way. To see reviews from my clients please check out my guestbook. Also if you search on Google or Yahoo local business listings for Myrtle Beach Wedding Photographer, you will see I'm the highest reviewed studio in the area. I've also had my work featured in articles in the local Grand Strand Bride magazine and recently the Home and Lifestyle magazine.  Because this is my full time business, I have top of the line equipment, software and experience to make your images really stand out.

Local Small Business Service . . .

Owning my own small, local Myrtle Beach Photography business I'm able to offer a unique level of personal service. Because I work for myself I will go the extra mile to make my clients happy, the reputation of my business relies upon it. I will do my best to make sure you have your desires met or hopefully exceeded.

For full information about myself and this business click here.

Click on any image for the Full Wedding Gallery
Wedding at Brookgreen Gardens, Murrells Inlet, SC State Park Wedding Myrtle Beach Wedding in North Myrtle Beach Wedding at Barefoot Resort, North Myrtle Beach Traditional Indian Wedding at the Grande Dunes

Unique Quality of Finished Product . . .

A reasonable amount of artistic and general touchup Photoshop work and special effects on all prints or albums sides included at no charge.  You won't see shots in my gallery with shiny faces, noticeable blemishes, drab dark color and other issues you might see on other sites. This is from an understanding of light and flash as well as post processing skill in Photoshop and other software.  To see a recent blog post about one technique to get a professional looking image click here.

About My Business . . .

Ryan Smith Photography of Myrtle Beach is a licensed retail business with the state of SC and I carry general liability and indemnity coverage insurance policies as we as being a member of the Professional Photographers of America Association. I offer my services in the entire Grand Strand, SC area.  Your precious images are kept safe with multiple redundant backups including a Data Robotics Drobo and off site backup.  I use high end professional Nikon Digital SLR Cameras, Lenses and Flashes, more info here.

If you want to see me in action a recent client put all their pictures as well as wedding video online at http://unitingasone.com/.



Wedding Photography Package Information and Pricing

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General Information About All Packages

I recommend that you please read below and view common wedding questions for a collection of helpful information such as how to set up an appointment, wedding suggestions, Photo CD information and much more. Standard deposit is $150, see previously mentioned link for more details.

How does online proofing work?

To view example client galleries click "client and payment area" in the menu above.

Please Note: I include a reasonable number of artistic and general touchups, image enhancements, and color effects at no charge on images ordered for an album.  These touched up images will appear on your Photo CD as well.


Photo CD Resolution and Information:

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What is a sheet?

Updated! One sheet can be one 8x10, two 5x7's, three 4x6's or 8 wallets (One Pose Per Sheet)
Additional sheets added to any package - $20 each - Sheets are Pre Cut into standard Photo Sizes

What is an Album Side?

This can be from 1 to 4 images in different layouts, please see Album Design Tab above.

All Myrtle Beach wedding photography packages include ...

  • Reasonable amount of requested Photoshop touchups and effects on all prints or album images, your gallery will contain examples of artistic touchups.
  • Photojournalist style photography, I take hundreds of candid shots documenting the event.
  • Typically 500-1000 shots or more for a full 6 hour service which I narrow down some for your gallery to make selection easier.
  • All packages now come with images on a computer CD or DVD with copyright release for printing or sharing.
  • Engagement or Bridal Photography Session included at no charge if desired with Standard and Deluxe packages, prints are extra. Please see portraits page for packages available.
    Please Note: Free Engagement or Bridal session for new clients must be at least 3 months before wedding date. Free session cannot be during May, June or July because of scheduling issues.
  • Photography of the ceremony location and details.
  • Bride and Groom's preparations.
  • The Ceremony and events immediately afterward.
  • Family Formals on location such as at the beach.
  • Bride and Groom formal and standard portraits, as well as action and interactive photography such as running down the beach, lying in the sand, cuddling and anything else that is desired.
  • Lots of candid lifestyle photography during the reception.  Including dances, children, interaction of guests, speeches, etc.
  • Anything else you desire, just let me know, I'm very flexible and am glad to try new things.

For information about having a second photographer please see common questions.

SC State Sales Tax of 8% will be added to all purchases.
Album Shipping is $10, Shipping for prints is $8.99. Shipments to Canada extra, normally around $25.
Due to an increase in my cost, credit card payments will be charged 3% additional.

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Deluxe Packages - 6 or more hours

Deluxe Myrtle Beach Wedding Photography Packages (6 Hours)

All Packages include 6 Hours or so of Wedding Coverage, Album, and Digital Files on CD with Copyright Release

Please contact me if you would like a custom package or other options and I will be glad to work something out. Any package can be upgraded after the wedding proofs are viewed if desired. All packages include a reasonable amount of travel to different locations in the local Myrtle Beach, Grand Strand area. If you need me for 7 hours or more it's $100 per additional hour.

Please note: Any weddings with a date before April 1st get a $100 discount on all packages. Beginning May 2010 I'm currently only taking appointments for Deluxe Package 3-5 for Saturday appointments.

All packages include engagement or bridal portraits session.

Package 1 - $1150

20 Side 8x8 Album (approx. 40 images) or 25 Sheets/ 16x20 Enlargement (20x30 Upgrade Add $25) / Standard Photo CD

Package 2 - $1450

20 Side 10x10 Album (approx. 40 images) or 30 Sheets/ 16x20 Enlargement (20x30 Upgrade Add $25) / High Resolution Photo CD

Package 3 - $1600

30 Side 10x10 Album (approx. 60 images) or (New Option!) 40 Side 8x8 Album or 40 Sheets / 16x20 Enlargement (20x30 Upgrade Add $25) / High Resolution Photo CD

Package 4 - $1750

30 Side 12x12 Deluxe Album (approx. 60 images) or (New Option!) 60 Side 8x8 Album / 1 20x30 or 2 16x20 Enlargements / Full Resolution Photo CD

Package 5 - $1999

Reception Book Package after free engagement session (Please See Tab Above) 30 Side 12x12 Deluxe Album (approx. 60 images) or 60 Side 8x8 Album / 1 20x30 or 2 16x20 Enlargements / Full Resolution Photo CD

Standard Packages - 4 Hours

Standard Myrtle Beach Wedding Photography Packages (4 Hours)

All Packages include 4 Hours of Wedding Coverage, Album, and Digital Files on CD with Copyright Release

Please contact me if you would like a custom package or other options and I will be glad to work something out. Any package can be upgraded after the wedding proofs are viewed if desired. All packages include a reasonable amount of travel to different locations in the local Myrtle Beach, Grand Strand area.

Please note: Any weddings with a date before April 1st get a $100 discount on all packages. Beginning May 2010 I'm currently only taking appointments for Deluxe Package 3-5 for Saturday appointments.

All packages include engagement or bridal portraits session.

Package 1 - $1100

20 Side 8x8 Album (approx. 40 images) or 25 Sheets/ 16x20 Enlargement (20x30 Upgrade Add $25) / Standard Photo CD

Package 2 - $1300

20 Side 10x10 Album (approx. 40 images) or 30 Sheets/ 16x20 Enlargement (20x30 Upgrade Add $25) / High Resolution Photo CD

Package 3 - $1450

30 Side 10x10 Album (approx. 60 images) or 40 Sheets / 16x20 Enlargement (20x30 Upgrade Add $25) / High Resolution Photo CD

Package 4 - $1600

30 Side 12x12 Deluxe Album (approx. 60 images) or 45 Sheets / 1 20x30 or 2 16x20 Enlargements / Full Resolution Photo CD

Small Packages - 2 Hours

Small Myrtle Beach Wedding Photography Packages (2 Hours)

All Packages include 2 Hours of Wedding Coverage, Album, and Digital Files on CD with Copyright Release

Please contact me if you would like a custom package or other options and I will be glad to work something out. Any package can be upgraded after the wedding proofs are viewed if desired. All packages include a reasonable amount of travel to different locations in the local Myrtle Beach, Grand Strand area.

Please note: Any weddings with a date before April 1st get a $100 discount on all packages. Beginning May 2010 I'm currently only taking appointments for Deluxe Package 3-5 for Saturday appointments.

Package 1 - $1000

20 Side 8x8 Leather Album (approx. 40 images) or 24 Sheets/ 16x20 Enlargement (20x30 Upgrade Add $25) / Standard Copyright Free Photo CD

Package 2 - $1200

20 Side 10x10 Album (approx. 40 images) or 30 Sheets / 16x20 Enlargement (20x30 Upgrade Add $25) / High Resolution Copyright Free Photo CD

Package 3 - $1400

30 Side 12x12 Deluxe Album (approx. 60 images) or 45 Sheets / 1 20x30 or 16x20 Enlargement / Full Original Resolution Copyright Free Photo CD

Digital Copies Only - No Album

Digital Wedding Packages - Up to 6 Hours Coverage and Digital Images

Some couples prefer to share their pictures online, through digital photo frames, or just make their own prints. I now offer the following digital only options. The below packages include your entire gallery of pictures on a Photo CD. I will also do touchups and effects to a reasonable number of images like I would do for an album, past a certain amount of work there may be an additional charge.

Please note: Any weddings with a date before April 1st get a $100 discount on all packages. Beginning May 2010 I'm currently only taking appointments for Deluxe Package 3-5 for Saturday appointments.

Package 1 - $1100

Wedding Coverage / Standard Photo CD of all images / 30 Full Resolution files

Package 2 - $1400

Wedding Coverage / Full Resolution Photo DVD of all images


Wedding packages for family and friends

Standard Print Packages

Add a standard resolution Photo CD of all wedding images : $50.
Shipping is $8.99 on all packages.

Because of the work required in preparing an image, prints are only sold in sheets.  1-8x10, 2-5x7's, 3-4x6's or 8 wallets.

Individual Sheets - $20

Package 1 - $99.99 - 5 Sheets

Package 2 - $149.99 - 8 Sheets

Package 3 - $199.99 - 14 Sheets

Package 4 - $299.99 - 20 Sheets

Family Books and Albums

See tabs above for more information.

20 Side 8x8 (approx. 40 images) Leather Album and Photo CD - $399

40 Side 8x8 (approx. 80 images) Leather Album and Photo CD - $599

20 Side 10x10 (approx. 40 images) Layflat Photo Book (Fabric, Leather or Photo Cover) and Photo CD - $389

40 Side 10x10 (approx. 80 images) Layflat Photo Book (Fabric, Leather or Photo Cover) and Photo CD - $569

Enlargements

11x14 $40 | 16x20 $60 | 20x30 $80 | 24x30 $95

I also offer standard enlargement mounting. Choose from three popular material options, foamcore, matboard and gatorboard, as well as varying thicknesses including single weight, double weight, 3/16 inch and 1/2 inch. Mounting varies from about $10 to $100 depending on size and type. Please request a quote if desired.

Canvas Gallery Wraps

11x14 $120
16x20 $150
20x24 $170
20x30 $200
24x30 $220
24x36 $250

Prices for 3/4 inch.  Add $10 for 1-3/4 inch, request quote for 2-1/2 inch.

New: Album Design Order Form

I have designed an Excel spreadsheet order form that makes it easy to select images for your album. Please <click here> to download order form.

Album Information and Options

I provide Infinity flush mount hinged page style albums or for the 8x8 size whcc press printed albums . These albums open up and lay flat so images can be spread across both pages and have almost no gutter for great panoramic images.  I design the albums myself and use a national printing service to make the album. The albums are very high quality, and very expensive for me to have made, it limits how inexpensive I can make my packages but they are fantastic quality. If you would like to see an album example please let me know and you can come by my home office and take a look.

Please Note:  Previously I was creating 8x10 and 11x14 albums.  To allow for greater design flexibility and avoid issues with landscape and portrait images, I'm now only doing 8x8, 10x10 and 12x12 albums.

Layout Information - Important Information for Album Design

A typical flush mount album allows for a variety of template layouts for each album side or page, view below. I prefer clean simple layouts that focus on the images and don't have background distractions.  These are just samples, when I'm designing your album I will customize these quite extensively to fit in what you would like. If you really want to get detailed in designing your album you are welcome to use these templates to let me know how you would like each side laid out.  Another option is that you can let me know exactly what images you want on each side using the spreadsheet above but let me pick the layout. Or if you want me to just design the album completely I recommend selecting about twice the number of images as there are sides to the album.  For example a 20 side album pick about 40 images.  That way I can make some full side, some 3 or 4 to a side, etc.

Album Spread Samples


Below is an example of a album layout I made for a recent client, imagine each image as the album open laying flat.

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Below is a Video from my preferred album printing service about the Flush Mount albums.

This video is from my printing service. I design and layout the album myself in Photoshop and use Nations Photo Lab to construct and print the album. I use Nations Photo because of their high quality and flexible options.

Below are some pictures of a leather flush mount style 8x10 sample album I have at my home office that you can view.

As I mentioned I am now doing square 10x10 or 12x12 albums and books, so they will look a bit different. As soon as I get an example in my office I will post some new images.

Front Cover of Example Wedding Album
Wedding Album Inside one Portrait and Two Landscape Images
album image
Album examples from Atalaya Castle, Huntington State Park, Myrtle Beach
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Album cover choices

Cover Options

Type Of Cover
LEATHERETTE Included
GENUINE LEATHER CAMEO Add $30
PHOTO WRAP Add $55
ACRYLLIC Add $65
METALLIC Add $65

Embossing

Choose from Gold, Silver, Black or Blind Cover Embossing. Choose from Gold or Silver Studio Imprinting. $8 per line.

Album Sizes Available from 16 Sides Up to 66 Sides. Please contact me for a quote and more information.




Please note if you are looking for information about wedding albums included with packages please click "Album Design" tab.

Specialty Items

I work with a variety of different printing services, primarily Nations Photo Lab and White House Custom Color. If you are interested in any specialty items not listed below please contact me for a custom quote.

Standard Enlargements

11x14 $40 | 16x20 $60 | 20x30 $80 | 24x30 $95

I also offer standard enlargement mounting. Choose from three popular material options, foamcore, matboard and gatorboard, as well as varying thicknesses including single weight, double weight, 3/16 inch and 1/2 inch. Mounting varies from about $10 to $100 depending on size and type. Please request a quote if desired.

$399 | Includes Book and Full Resolution Photo CD.
10x10 20 Side Layflat Standard or Reception Book Package (Included free with some wedding packages) or 8x8 20 Side Album (Extra $20)

The main difference between a Layflat Book and an Album is that the pages are thinner and flexible in a book, however an album has thicker non flexible pages or sides.

Example of 8x8 Layflat Album

Layflat Album

Example of 10x10 Layflat Book

Layflat Book

Layflat Book

Please note the layflat books I order are from WHCC, one of the top printing services for this type of product.  They are not the same as the cheap books you see at a lot of services meant for non professional users. They are really beautiful quality.

I have designed an Excel spreadsheet order form that makes it easy to select images for your album. Please <click here> to download order form.

This is something new I am offering.  It's a fun book layout designed to be displayed at the reception for guest to sign and write in.  It's a great way to display your engagement pictures as well as have treasured memories for after your wedding.  Below is an example I designed for a recent client.  By the way I'm obviously not a product photographer, the book looks a lot better in person, you can see it at my home office.

Reception Style Book

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Below is another example of the same couple's engagement portraits in a simple and elegant 10x10 book design. Imagine the slides you see below as a two page spread as in the example book above, the first image is the front and back of the cover.
This is a direct quote from the client that reviewed the album I designed below.  "We got our book yesterday evening and it looks great! Thanks so much and you really did a great job! Very classy looking and everyone who has seen it loves it!".

Standard Layflat Style Book or Album

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Gallery Wrap

Give your images an artistic painted look.
Have them printed on high quality canvas that is then stretched completely around the edges. Best of all, gallery wraps come ready to hang; complete with backing, mounting bracket and protective UV coating.



3/4 inch 1-3/4 inch 2-1/2 inch
3/4 inch                         1-3/4 inch                      2-1/2 inch

11x14 $120
16x20 $150
20x24 $170
20x30 $200
24x30 $220
24x36 $250

Prices for 3/4 inch.  Add $10 for 1-3/4 inch, request quote for 2-1/2 inch.


Example gallery of wedding ceremony at Brookgreen Gardens to give you an idea of how I work. This does not include receptions images.

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