Wedding & Commercial Photographer — columbia, sc

Bride and groom sharing a kiss during their wedding recessional surrounded by cheering guests, captured by Columbia SC wedding photographer Chandler Cox

WEDDINGS

Engagement ring detail photography by Chandler Cox — couple's intertwined hands showing diamond engagement ring and wedding band outdoors, Columbia SC wedding and jewelry photographer

PROPOSALS &
ENGAGEMENTS

LIFESTYLE

COMMERCIAL

Bold personal branding portrait photography by Chandler Cox — woman in black blazer holding Olympus film camera against red background, Columbia SC editorial portrait photographer

Growing up, my mother possessed a collection of developed photographs from disposable cameras and home videos recorded on our video camera. Several times a month, I found myself immersed in the nostalgia of these memories, as I viewed the old photos and videos. My favorite aspect of this experience was the depiction of our family engaging in seemingly ordinary yet meaningful activities—preparing dinner on a Tuesday evening, enjoying our favorite films, playing on the swing set in our pajamas, and biking through our neighborhood. Each image served as a bridge to the past, allowing me to relive those moments as they were.

This is the essence of my photography style: an emphasis on capturing life in its most authentic form.

In 2015, I acquired my first camera, a decision that has since shaped my journey. Although I have ventured into various professional roles, photography has consistently been a reliable and creative outlet. Today, my passion for this art form is stronger than ever, and I am profoundly grateful to pursue it as my career.

QUICK FACTS

My love for coffee cannot be overstated

I aspire to live my life by Christ's teachings

LOVE LOVE LOVE to read

MY STORY

A bride with long dark hair in a white strapless wedding dress smiling with her eyes closed while a groom with short light hair in a black tuxedo with a white boutonnière kisses her on the forehead outdoors during sunset.

Bridal event and bachelorette party photography by Chandler Cox — bride laughing in front of custom branded balloon arch backdrop, Columbia SC wedding and event photographer

A couple holding hands outdoors, with the woman's hand showing a ring and wearing a gold watch.

Close-up of a white high-heeled shoe with the label "Badgley Mischka" inside, placed on a patterned outdoor bench.

A hand with a diamond ring on the ring finger, resting on a person wearing a blue suit.

Person pouring rosé wine into a wine glass on a white tablecloth with several empty glasses in the background.

Group of wedding guests outdoors, dressed in formal attire, holding bouquets, smiling, and walking on a brick pathway under a covered area.

People sitting at an outdoor dining table with beverages, flowers, and candles, conversing in a garden setting.

A young man with blond hair dressed in a black tuxedo with a bow tie, standing outdoors on a grassy field with trees in the background.

A couple walking happily hand in hand on a grassy area near a large body of water, with trees and hills in the background under a cloudy sky.

A couple dressed in formal attire stand outdoors in front of a building. The woman is wearing a white dress, and the man is in a blue suit. They are posing together on a sidewalk.

A black and white photo of a young couple standing close on a dock by a lake, embracing each other and smiling gently at the camera.

People enjoying an outdoor gathering at a table with white tablecloth, glassware, and flower centerpieces.

A bride and groom smiling and embracing outdoors in a garden setting. The groom is wearing a black tuxedo and bow tie, and the bride is in a white wedding dress with a veil. Trees and a building are visible in the background.

A close-up of a wedding ring set in a small white box, with a marriage invitation, a pair of white shoes, and a cup on a wooden surface.

Two young girls playing and running on a lush green lawn in a backyard with trees and a wooden fence, one girl in a white dress smiling and ahead, the other girl also in a white dress in the background.

Person in a white dress with blonde hair in a ponytail, smiling in front of a light-colored brick wall.

White dress with floral details hanging on a hanger, with a dark background.

Group of people at a wedding, smiling and holding bouquets, dressed in formal attire under a covered outdoor area with white walls and green trees in the background.

A young blonde-haired girl and a smiling young blonde boy outdoors with a green background. The girl is touching the boy's face, and the boy has a pink stuffed bunny on his shoulder.

Close-up of two people embracing, showing hands and rings, with a woman smiling and wearing a blue shirt.

A wedding celebration with a bride and groom kissing, surrounded by friends and family outdoors.

Close-up of a bride and groom holding hands, focusing on wedding rings, with the groom wearing a silver wristwatch.

A man and woman standing on a grassy hill under a partly cloudy sky

Three women smiling and holding drinks at a festive indoor event with string lights.

Assorted jewelry and fruits on a beige surface near a pool, including gold bangles, rings, a silver clutch, a pink fruit, orange, grapefruit, grapefruit half, and blood orange half.

Woman in a white dress holding a lace parasol and a wine glass on a porch.

Two young children, a girl with long blonde hair and a boy with short blonde hair, standing on a grassy lawn outdoors. The girl is holding a black puppy and a pink stuffed toy, smiling happily, while the boy looks at the camera with a neutral express

A man in a black tuxedo with a white dress shirt, black bow tie, and a white boutonniere on his lapel, adjusting his silver wristwatch.

Close-up of a woman and man embracing, showing their intertwined hands and jewelry. The woman wears an engagement ring with a large diamond, a gold watch with a white face, and gold bracelets. The man has a gold ring on his finger. Both are wearing r

A woman and a girl sitting on green grass, hugging each other.

A bride and groom kiss during their wedding ceremony, surrounded by friends and family, outdoors with white buildings and trees in the background.

Two women hugging at an outdoor event, with a brick wall in the background. One woman is wearing a white dress and the other a dark blue dress. A few people in blue suits are in the background.

Outdoor event with sign on easel reading "Welcome to The Night Before" and people dining in the background.

People at a restaurant sharing pizza, with a waiter serving and some individuals eating at a table.

Close-up of a woman in a white dress holding an umbrella handle, showing a diamond engagement ring on her finger.

People sitting at an outdoor table with greenery, seen through a window.

A couple dressed in formal attire, the woman in a white dress and the man in a blue suit, standing arm in arm on a street.

Close-up of a woman in a white dress holding a man's arm in a blue suit, showcasing an engagement ring on her finger.

A wedding dinner menu placed among lush green leaves and white flowers. The menu lists various dishes including house salad, antipasto platter, tartine provencal, arancini, baked brie en croute, tomato basil pizza, and more. Decorative illustrations

Close-up of a couple holding hands, woman in a white sequin dress, man in a blue suit.

Close-up of a hand with colorful, patterned nail polish, reaching toward a variety of fruit slices, including grapefruit, orange, and dragon fruit, with a string of multicolored rings in the foreground and a metallic object in the background.

A bride and groom share a romantic moment outdoors during sunset, with green trees in the background. The groom is wearing a tuxedo with a bow tie, and the bride is in a strapless white wedding gown holding a bouquet.

A couple posing outdoors; a woman in a white dress and a man in a blue suit stand close together.

Bride and groom embracing outdoors during sunset with trees and a lake in the background.

A bride in a white gown and veil stands with a groom in a black suit, embracing near a lake with trees in the background during sunset.

Women exercising in a fitness class using resistance bands and mats in a modern gym with mirrors.

A woman in a floral pink dress holding a cocktail glass, standing in a room with other people dressed in formal attire.

People sitting at a table at a social gathering outdoors with drinks and a tree in the background.

A man in a blue suit and a woman in a white dress standing in front of a wall covered with blooming white flowers and green leaves.

A woman exercising on a treadmill at a gym, captured with motion blur and a mirror reflecting her and the gym room.

Person opening a bottle of Domaine de Bendel rosé wine with a corkscrew.

Couple in formal attire, with woman in sequined white dress and man in blue suit. She’s wearing jewelry and resting her hand on his chest.

A man carrying a young girl on his shoulders in a backyard with green trees and a wooden fence in the background.

Women participating in a pilates class on reformer machines in a Pilates studio.

Man and woman smiling at outdoor gathering, man holding beer and woman holding wine, trees in background, other attendees blurred and walking.

A man and a woman standing outdoors. The man is holding a beer bottle and wearing a patterned shirt and dark pants. The woman is in a red dress, holding a wine glass, and carrying a designer handbag. They are smiling at the camera, with a leafy backg

Person holding two Peroni Nastro Azzurro beer bottles.

Group of people sitting at an outdoor event with drinks and menus on the table.

Person in a white, sequined dress standing against a light-colored brick wall.

Person in a white sleeveless dress standing against a light gray brick wall, holding their long blond hair with one hand.

Group of people seated at an outdoor event, a woman in a green dress drinking white wine.

A person's hand with colorful patterned nails holding a large pink dragon fruit, which has a thick silver metallic clutch purse. There are orange tangerines, a half-cut blood orange, and several rings around the fruit and on the sand surface.

Two women hugging at an outdoor event, with one holding a wine glass, surrounded by seated guests.

Women exercising on reformer machines in a fitness studio.

Bride and groom smiling in outdoor wedding setting, black and white photo.

Person in a white sleeveless dress standing against a light gray brick wall

Elegant ballroom event with guests in formal attire, featuring a large chandelier, string lights, and a black-and-white checkered floor.

A couple in wedding attire sharing a happy moment outdoors. The man is kissing the woman's cheek as they embrace, surrounded by trees.

People in formal attire socializing at an indoor event with string lights and decorated tables.

A happy couple in wedding attire outdoors, with the groom carrying the bride in his arms on a grassy field with trees in the background.

Group of people dressed in formal attire, smiling and greeting each other outside a building on a sunny day.

Bride and groom posing outdoors by a river with trees and sunlight in the background.

A newlywed couple holding hands and walking on a grassy field during sunset. The bride wears a strapless white wedding gown and holds a bouquet of pink and white flowers. The groom wears a black tuxedo with a bow tie, and they are smiling at each oth

Group of women in dresses holding drinks and toasting at a party.

Three women in elegant dresses posing together at a formal event, holding drinks. The venue has decorative lighting and a chandelier in the background.

White wall with the word 'WORK' spelled out in large, white 3D letters.

Woman in a white dress holding a parasol, standing on a porch with arches and wicker furniture.

A bride and groom in formal wedding attire walking outdoors on a grassy field, with the bride holding a bouquet of flowers and smiling.

A young man in a tuxedo with a bow tie and wristwatch standing outdoors on a grassy area with trees in the background, posing for a formal photo in black and white.

Group of young women in black athletic wear in a fitness studio with mirrored wall, exercising on reformer Pilates machines, and talking among themselves.

A woman assisting a person on a Pilates reformer machine in a gym, with sunlight coming through the windows.

Three women in workout clothes walking and talking outside a building with brick walls and black-framed glass doors.

Woman exercising on a Pilates reformer machine in a fitness studio with mirrors and decorative chandeliers.

A young woman in athletic wear sitting on a Pilates reformer machine in a gym with mirrored walls.

Close-up of a woman in athletic wear, standing in a gym with her hand on her hip.

A pink dragon fruit, a glass of orange-colored drink, sliced citrus fruits, a silver purse, and gold jewelry with rings and a chain, all placed on a sandy surface near a pool.

Window sign displays 'A Pilates Studio' with the word 'Pilates' in large outlined letters.

Clear blue swimming pool water with sunlight reflections creating pattern on the surface.

Women practicing yoga or meditation in a studio with their hands in a prayer pose, kneeling on mats.

A woman and two young children holding hands and walking on grass outside a building with a window.

A woman and two young girls standing on grass in front of a building, holding hands with someone outside the frame. The woman is holding a small stuffed animal, and the girls are dressed in light-colored dresses.

A family of five, including a father, mother, two young girls, and a puppy, standing outside a white house holding hands and smiling. The photo is in black and white.

A woman and two children running on a grassy yard, holding hands, with a house in the background.

Two young girls holding hands and running on a lawn with a woman nearby, in front of a house with a door and windows.

A young girl with long, wavy hair running on the grass outdoors, holding a stuffed animal in her right hand, with a white house wall and window in the background.

A young girl playing in water with a stuffed animal, with her hair flowing and smiling, in black and white.

Black and white photo of two young children holding hands outdoors on grass, a girl in a dress with lace detail and a boy in a sleeveless top and shorts, with a plain wall in the background.

A woman and two young children playing on a lush green lawn in front of a white house with a garage. The woman is barefoot, wearing white pants and a light gray top. The children are wearing white dresses, and they appear to be running or playing a g

A woman lying on her back on green grass, lifting a young girl in a white dress into the air. In the background, a man is sitting cross-legged holding a toddler. There is a black puppy lying on the grass nearby. The scene is set in a backyard with a

A family of four, including a man, woman, and two young girls, outdoors on a grassy lawn, with trees and a fence in the background. The man is carrying a smiling young girl on his shoulders, while the woman is crouching, holding a small black puppy.

A young girl in a white dress holds a black puppy with droopy ears and a pink stuffed animal in its mouth, while an adult girl in a light blue dress sits nearby on green grass.

A woman and a young girl holding a black puppy on a lush green lawn in a backyard.

VISUAL STORYTELLING

Wedding ceremony recessional photography by Chandler Cox — bride and groom kissing with white rose bouquet surrounded by celebrating guests outdoors, Columbia SC wedding photographer

DIGITAL

Digital wedding photography captures important moments clearly and accurately. In a time when memories are cherished through pictures, digital photography preserves those special moments forever.

Film engagement session photography by Chandler Cox — couple embracing and smiling by rocky riverfront at Falls Park Greenville SC, South Carolina engagement and wedding photographer

35 MM FILM

120 MM FILM

Why Film?

Film photography captures authentic, untouched moments. Its rich textures produce timeless images that feel real and nostalgic. Film fosters thoughtfulness, evoking genuine emotions and spontaneous moments, creating a unique story of your special day.

120MM

It’s a bigger film, which translates to higher resolution images from which you can make larger prints or very high-resolution scans.It’s “Professional”: Because of the high resolution of the images, medium format is geared better for professional applications. Medium format cameras were almost all designed for professional photographers, so the build and meter quality of the camera bodies and lenses is built to withstand professional usage.

35MM

35mm film is a strip of film 35 millimeters wide with holes along the edges for moving through a camera. Used for still photos since the early 1900s and popularized by Leica cameras, it became the standard because it’s small, easy to use, and gives good image quality while being portable. A typical 35mm roll holds 36 exposures and produces a noticeable grain and wide tonal range. It’s available as color negative, color slide, and black-and-white films, with different ISO speeds for various light conditions. Photographers like 35mm for its hands-on process, natural look, and long-lasting prints.