Carson Lillard Photography


Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $2,000

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $1,500

Packages

Prices start at $2,000


About Carson Lillard Photography

Carson Lillard Photography

Owner & Photographer

Hi, I’m Carson, and I’m based in Columbia, SC! I have been photographing weddings and elopements for over seven years across the country. I recently moved to South Carolina from California, where I lived in Yosemite National Park. While my primary focus is wedding photography, I am also a biologist, which brought me to this beautiful state. I love expressing my creative side through photography and witnessing the joy it brings to my clients. I specialize in a blend of editorial and documentary-style photography. I aim to capture natural moments as the day unfolds, but I’m also happy to give gentle guidance when needed.

My editing style is natural and timeless—full of life and color without being overly filtered. On your wedding day, I bring a calm, reassuring presence to help you feel at ease. I’ll gently guide you through poses while also capturing the authentic, candid moments that matter most. With backup gear and full insurance, you can relax knowing everything is covered. From our first conversation to final delivery, communication is clear, responsive, and stress-free.

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Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Online proofing
  • Printing rights
  • Same-day edits
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital
  • Film
  • Hybrid

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Photo box
  • Printed enlargements
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Slideshow
  • Wedding album

Carson Lillard Photography packages

Classic

Peak pricing $2,000-2,800

Description

6 - 8 hours, 1 photographer, 1-2 rolls of film

Signature

Peak pricing $3,000-3,800

Description

8- 10 hours, 2 photographers, 2 - 3 rolls of film, engagement session

Luxury

Peak pricing $4,200-5,000

Description

Full day, 2 photographers, engagement session, 3- 4 rolls of film, bridal session or rehearsal dinner coverage


Reviews

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  • Book Carson!!

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    CamilleDec 7

    Carson is the BEST! We did our engagement and courthouse ceremony shoot with her. She made us feel so comfortable and the photos came out amazing - we got them printed into books for Christmas gifts! We got the perfect amount of staged/candid photos, and her editing is amazing! We are so happy we chose her as our wedding photographer and can’t wait to see the moments she captures next year!

  • McKenzie

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    McKenzie O.Jul 17, 2025

    Working with Carson was so easy and fun! She listened to exactly what we wanted and helped give us direction without staging anything in a way that felt inauthentic. I definitely recommend her!

  • Amazing

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    Tara B.Jul 12, 2025

    Carson Lillard Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with throughout our wedding day. Their communication style was thorough, responsive, and detailed, which put us at ease leading up to the big day. The quality of their work and dedication to our special occasion was truly exceptional. When an unexpected rainstorm threatened to put a damper on our outdoor ceremony, Carson quickly adapted, using the clear umbrellas my matron of honor surprised us with to get the sweetest, most creative photos that captured all the special moments. Even without perfect natural lighting or the ideal “golden hour”, our pictures came out absolutely phenomenal. Carson was patient and direct in wrangling our large family for group photos, and the end results were stunning. I couldn't be happier with the service and value Carson Lillard Photography provided, and I highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.

  • Beyond Amazing!!

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    Shae S.Jul 8, 2025

    Carson was truly incredible! She photographed both my engagement and wedding, and every photo turned out absolutely beautiful. She was kind, easygoing, and such a calming presence throughout the entire process—yet still incredibly professional and very talented! I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer!


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