About this vendor
Ryan Smith Photography is a professional wedding photography service operating for over 15 years out of the scenic surroundings of Myrtle Beach, SC. Dedicated to providing couples with superb memories of their special day, owner Ryan has earned a reputation as one of the area’s premier event photographers. With a full range of packages and services available, he works with every couple to create enchanting moments that will last a lifetime.
Specializing in the challenging field of beach photography, Ryan has spent over a decade professionally capturing weddings along the majestic South Carolina coastline and beyond. As an independent sole trader, he is dedicated to exceeding expectations and creating flawlessly crisp and vibrant images for every couple, whatever the location. Whatever your vision of dream wedding photography might look like, Ryan will bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to help make it a reality.
Passion and professionalism are what drives Ryan in his work, and he strives to create timeless and impeccable wedding photography. Believing that superior pictures are created by superior equipment, he uses only the highest-quality cameras, lenses, and editing technology. He also knows the Myrtle Beach area better than anyone and can recommend the best locations for spectacular wedding photos.
Committed to providing each couple with a complete photographic experience, Ryan offers a full array of services and packages to choose from. These include high-resolution physical prints, additional photographers, and full-day coverage. He works closely with every client to create fully customized packages to ensure complete satisfaction and exquisite photography every time.
Details
Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
- Bridal Portraits
- Engagement
- Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
- Digital Files
- Drone
- Online Proofing
- Photo
- Printed Enlargements
- Second Shooter Available
Photo & Video Styles
- Artistic
- Classic
- Documentary
- Lifestyle
- Modern
Wedding Activities
- Getting Engaged
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Wedding
- After Party
Awards and Affiliations
5-Time 'Best of Weddings'
2025.2024.2023.+2 more.
Best of Weddings
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Hall of Fame
Earned by winning 'Best of Weddings' four or more times.
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Absolutely cannot recommend Ryan Smith Photography enough! Ryan was beyond amazing throughout our entire wedding experience. Our wedding day in early October was rained out due to ...
a nor’easter, and Ryan immediately insisted we schedule another day to get the outdoor photos we had dreamed of. This was such a welcomed surprise—it made our wedding memories stretch out even longer and gave me a wonderful reason to wear my dress again!
On the day of our retakes, it rained again, but Ryan was so calm and patient. He waited it out with us, and thanks to his flexibility, we were able to get the photos we wanted without having to redo my hair and makeup. Ryan’s dedication, professionalism, and kindness truly set him apart. He went above and beyond to make sure we had beautiful memories to cherish forever.
We are still eagerly awaiting our full gallery, but Ryan already sent us sneak peek photos immediately after meeting up with him yesterday evening, which was such a thoughtful touch and made us even more excited to see the rest. If you’re looking for a photographer who will go the extra mile for you, Ryan is your guy. He is simply amazing!
I loved how easy it was to communicate with Ryan. He gave us exactly what we requested. I loved the beautiful sunset photos he took. He captured the love on our wedding day well.
Ryan was amazing from our first contact with him for engagement photos through the last hour of the wedding and after. He and his awesome partner got pictures that we will treasure...
forever, and I can't recommend him highly enough.
We had the pleasure of working with Ryan for our wedding and we couldn’t be happier with our photos! He is super quick in responding to emails and any concerns you have. The day of...
the wedding he was amazing, great with instructions, as well as making us feel comfortable and relaxed while taking photos. We received a sneak peek a few days following the wedding and got our photos back within a month of the wedding. We HIGHLY recommend Ryan to anyone looking for a photographer in the Myrtle Beach area.
-Amanda & Joe Maccarone
We couldn’t be happier with our wedding photos! Ryan captured every special moment beautifully, making our day even more unforgettable. From the candid shots to the stunning portra...
its, each image tells the perfect story of our love. Highly recommend!
We hired Ryan to photograph our wedding and he DID NOT disappoint. From the time I reached out to Ryan to inquire about his wedding packages, up until the wedding his communication...
and professionalism was top notch. He was quick to respond to all emails and answer all questions. He listed to what we wanted and ensured he got all the requested shots. He made everyone feel comfortable the entire time, even my husband who hates pictures. The day after our wedding we got a few sneak peaks, and they were stunning! Less than a month later we received our full album. We are in love with our pictures. Highly recommend Ryan Smith Photography!
We had the pleasure of working with Ryan Smith for our wedding, and we couldn't be happier with the experience. From the very beginning, his excellent communication made planning e...
ffortless. He was always prompt, responsive, kind, and open to our ideas and preferences.
On the day of the wedding, Ryan was a true professional. He was easy to work with, making everyone feel comfortable and at ease. His attention to detail and creativity resulted in stunning photos that beautifully captured the essence of our special day.
We highly recommend Ryan Smith to anyone in need of a talented and reliable photographer. He exceeded our expectations in every way, and we will cherish our wedding photos for a lifetime.
Thank you, Ryan for being an integral part of our celebration and for providing us with such wonderful memories!
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Ryan is the best! Would 100% booking him for your special day. Very personal, professional, and all around just an amazing person.
We had the pleasure of working with Ryan Smith Photography for our wedding, and we couldn't be happier with the results.
Ryan and his wife did an outstanding job capturing the sp...
ecial moments of our big day. They were incredibly positive and patient, handling our large wedding party with ease.
One of the standout aspects of working with Ryan was his excellent communication throughout the entire wedding planning process. He was always available to answer questions and offer suggestions, which really put my mind at ease.
To top it all off, we received our photos back in record time! The quality and creativity of the photos exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Ryan Smith Photography for anyone looking for a professional, talented, and reliable wedding photographer. Thank you, Ryan, for helping make our day so memorable!
-The Smiths
We hired Ryan for our engagement session and for our wedding photographer. We recently had our engagement session with him and got our photos back within two weeks and they turned ...
out great!
Ryan was excellent in helping me plan my proposal to my now fiancée at Huntington Beach state park. He was very accommodating and answered all of my questions. The photos he took t...
urned out phenomenally (we were both so impressed); it was a luxury to have full access to the entire catalog of high-resolution and fully-edited photos that were taken. He knew the area very well which made the process run super smoothly. I strongly recommend Ryan for all of your photography needs, but especially any surprise proposals!
Ryan and his wife were great. They came right in and got to work, capturing beautiful moments from getting ready to walking down the aisle to the end of the night with the sparkler...
exit. I would highly recommend Ryan if you’re in the Myrtle beach (or surrounding) area!
We are very fortunate to have Ryan as our photographer. He was very professional and we can really tell he has mastered his craft! The photos really turned out amazing even though ...
it was a very windy day!!!! You can’t even tell!! The sunset photos are even more amazing came out way better!!! He was very helpful and really good at guiding us and making suggestions, coordinating with our DJ and catered to our request to stop by the beach!! We love how he captured different emotions of our guests and ourselves.
Super highly recommended!!! If we are going to have another photo session there is no doubt we will reach out to him again! Very worth it!!! Thank you Ryan!!
Ryan exceeded every expectation we had…
Organizing a destination wedding was not easy…
But he was helpful every step of the way!
He took the engagement pics,
Wedding portraits and...
the day of the event.
I wish I could give him more stars!!!
Thank you so much for your professionalism, and friendly demeanor all night ! Your work was exceptional!
Kelly Weiss
Working with Ryan Smith Photography was a great experience for both my fiancé and I. Ryan was very professional, personable, and efficient with how he ran the shoot and in his comm...
unications before and after the shoot. We love our photos! I highly recommend working with Ryan.
We hired Ryan for our wedding in Charleston, SC and we are beyond happy with his work. His communication is excellent, he is creative was wonderful with organizing group photos on ...
a chaotic and busy wedding day. We couldn't be happier with our choice to go with Ryan for our wedding day photography and will treasure this photos for years to come. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding/other event photographer.
The pictures turned out great! Ryan was very thoughtful and made the experience very enjoyable. 10/10 would recommend.
Ryan was absolutely amazing to work with. He is quick to respond to emails with any questions or concerns you have. And did I mention my pictures were absolutely phenomenal! I high...
ly recommend Ryan for any and all of your photography needs!
I recently had the pleasure of working with Ryan for my proposal pictures, and I couldn't be happier with the results.
First and foremost, the communication leading up to the eve...
nt was exceptional. Ryan took the time to understand my preferences. They were prompt in responding to emails, which helped alleviate any pre-event jitters.
In terms of the final product, I was blown away. The photographs were not just images, they were great memories . The attention to detail and the clarity of the shots were remarkable.
If you're looking for a photographer who will not only capture moments but also create unforgettable memories, look no further than Ryan Smith
Ryan is the best! Super easy to talk to and super responsive every time we emailed him. We got so many compliments on our wedding pictures! We couldn’t be happier!
Ryan was amazing to work with. He was quick to answer any questions we had and his energy was unmatched. The pictures came out clear and Ryan managed to get the perfect shot during...
every stage of the night. 100% recommend Ryan!!
Ryan is a dream to work with! He did pictures for our family in 2021, and when we got engaged the following year we knew we wanted to hire him for our wedding! He is very professio...
nal and adaptable. The pictures came out BEAUTIFULLY!! I love his use of light and color. Hiring the right photographer for your wedding is one of the most important decisions you can make because when your day is over, all that’s left is pictures and memories. I’m pleased to say we made the right choice!!
Ryan was very professional and extremely helpful as our wedding location changed last minute. He had great suggestions and need no direction from us. He got some amazing shots and ...
we got our pictures earlier than expected. I would highly recommend him to anyone and would use him again if the opportunity arose. I could not have chosen a better photographer for my daughter's wedding
July 2023, destination wedding bride: we absolutely LOVED our experience with Ryan Smith. He is incredibly helpful, detail oriented, and patient. While I was living in Tennessee an...
d planning a Myrtle Beach wedding Ryan helped answer any questions I had and gave wonderful timeline suggestions, allowing us to take advantage of the time we had with him. I am typically camera shy, and he made portraits painless! We can already tell the photos are amazing, and he even put together a social media post for us to enjoy the next day. 10/10 would book with him again, and strongly recommend!
Ryan is a genuine person that captures beautiful photos! He made my fiancé feel comfortable during our session and took his time to personalize our photo shoot to capture photos we...
get to cherish for a lifetime. I can not express the gratitude nor the admiration I have with the photos he has taken. He has left us even more excited for the wedding.
Ryan photographed my surprise engagement and did a phenomenal job. Very high picture quality, super professional guy, 5 stars.
Ryan was an absolute pleasure to work with and helped capture my dream wedding perfectly. He responded quickly to my questions and requests, accommodated my desires and provided hi...
s expertise. Ryan seemed well connected locally which also creates a smoothness as he knows what to do and how to do it before he even arrives at the location. The pictures he captured will be forever cherished. Thank you, Ryan!
Ryan is a fantastic professional photographer! He captured some beautiful engagement photos for my fiance and I, and we enjoyed working with him. I cannot wait to see the wedding...
pictures!
Update: The wedding pictures were great! For the wedding, he arrived early so that he could survey the property, find the best photo areas, and start shooting. I could tell that he was making every effort to capture the perfect photos for us and to incorporate the shots we wanted. I’m interested in photography (as a hobby), so I appreciated that he occasionally explained why he was using a certain lens, having us stand in a particular area, etc. He was fun to work with. Looking at the photos, you would have never guessed that this was his first time visiting the venue. There are so many beautiful pictures, I don’t know how we’ll choose which ones we want to print! I appreciate his work in capturing our special day.
Of all the choices I’ve made for my wedding, choosing Ryan Smith Photography was likely the best one. Ryan showed up early on the day of and checked in with me immediately upon arr...
ival and went straight to work. He was so much fun, personable, and professional. He turned the photos around quickly and responded to all of my emails immediately. Everyone loved him. My family and friends are still talking about him! I have a condition that makes my eyes look a bit strange in pictures sometimes and I was concerned about my wedding photos looking distorted. I had spoken with Ryan and he was very respectful of this. I was sure that there would be a number of pictures that I would not love because of my eye. Imagine my surprise when every single photo was perfect! The effort he put in to us and the time he spent perfecting every little shot was unreal. The pictures he took have given me a knew confidence that I didn’t have before my wedding. If you’re looking for the right photographer, look no further. Ryan is the best of the best!
We chose Ryan to photograph our destination wedding after doing quite a bit of online research of photographers in the area and are absolutely thrilled that we did! We met with Rya...
n once at his office about 2 months before our wedding to go over everything we envisioned for our big day and we knew even then we had made the right choice. The day of the wedding he was tremendous with trying to catch all of the right moments and angles without even being noticed. He sent us a few preview photos a couple of days later and then in less than 3 weeks we had the entire gallery emailed to us. The pictures are absolutely fantastic and we could not be more thrilled. He caught every big moment of our day yet somehow I can't recall him being around during the ceremony or during the reception (in my opinion that is a huge compliment!). If you are reading this and considering hiring Ryan for your event, take my advice and do it, you will not be disappointed.
We can’t thank Ryan Smith enough for the amazing photos he got of our special day!! He truly is amazing at what he does!! 10 out of 10 for sure!!!
Used Ryan for a surprise proposal and I couldn't recommend him more 🙌
Ryan and his wife were great to work with. The photos captured our day beautifully. We will hold on to these memories forever! If you are looking for a photographer for your big da...
y, Ryan Smith Photography is the way to go.
We were extremely pleased with our decision to hire Ryan for our very special day! From the very beginning he was so friendly and easy to talk to. In order to make sure no importan...
t details were missed, he checked in regularly prior to our wedding day. The photos he took of not only us, but also our friends and family, captured the joy and how truly special our wedding day was. He made us feel very comfortable and knew exactly what to do to capture the best photos! They were gorgeous and we got them so quickly! We highly recommend Ryan for anyone's special day or photo shoot!
Ryan was better than we ever hoped for! He has an incredible eye for detail, the calming composure of a true professional, and a love & passion for his work that aren’t easy to com...
e by. He made the entire process seem so effortless. We were truly blown away by the end result... FLAWLESS PHOTOS!! I would recommend him a million times over!
Ryan was great. He was able to capture the perfect moment of our surprise proposal. He was very helpful throughout the entire process and he was also very easy to work with! Would ...
definitely recommend!
Ryan did a fabulous on all of photos! We booked him for engagement photos, bridal photos, and photos for the big day. Everytime we absolutely loved the results. He captured our mem...
ories perfectly! We couldn't have asked for a better photographer.
Ryan was absolutely wonderful for our wedding day! He went above and beyond for us, from showing up a little early to get getting ready pictures, to posing us, and dealing with our...
crazy family! I couldn’t thank him enough and will always recommend him for anyone in the Myrtle Beach area!
Back in August we were vacationing in beautiful South Carolina from New York when my fiancé proposed. Ryan was the one who helped make that day so special. He captured every moment...
so that we could cherish that day forever. While we were overwhelmed with pure joy, Ryan was the one who guided us gracefully through our photos. We shared good stories and some good laughs that day, all while Ryan worked his magic. We are so appreciative of his work and are so thankful for him capturing that very special day.
Ryan is so professional and ensures he gets the perfect photos. He made me feel so comfortable as I was a nervous wreck already! Photos were absolutely beautiful.
We hired Ryan for our 7/11/2022 wedding on Myrtle Beach. Being that this was a destination wedding, we did not meet him until our wedding day. He was on time, professional, and o...
ur photos came out gorgeous!! We got them back fairly quickly and could not be happier with the outcome. He really captured our beautiful beach wedding and we’ll cherish the memories through our photos forever. I highly recommend you hire him for your big day. You will be so happy you did!
We hired Ryan for both our engagement photos and for our upcoming wedding. We couldn’t be happier at how our engagement photos turned out. Ryan was both insightful and personable d...
uring our session, and made the time fly by as we posed and traveled to different locations. His keen eye for lighting, scenery, and unique angles can be seen in each of our photos. My fiancé and I would recommend him for whatever your photography needs may be!
Ryan recently photographed our wedding at Caledonia Golf course in Pawleys Island. He was recommended by our wedding planner and since we live out of town, I had not met him until...
he showed up to the venue. After meeting him, I immediately felt comfortable. He was kind, accommodating and professional. He made sure to get all the pictures that we wanted and kept us on schedule while allowing us to enjoy the night!
We had the best experience with Ryan for our wedding! He was so fun to be around and honestly felt like another friend with us on our big day. He was quick to take photos and got e...
veryone to go where we needed to be. The pictures turned out beautiful and so glad to have all those memories captured! He was also super quick to get our photos back. Highly recommend working with Ryan for any photo occasion!!
Ryan is amazing! He captured our beach wedding beautifully.
Everyone that has looked at his work has commented on how he captured the genuine emotion of everyone. The love litera...
lly jumps off the screen , thanks to Ryan and his talent. From the first email to the final toast, Ryan was so easy to work with. The only difficulty we ran into was trying to narrow down which of the pictures to add to our album. Call him! you will not be disappointed
We absolutely loved working with Ryan on our wedding! He did such an amazing job, both with managing our large bridal party and with the photos! Ryan is so kind and went above and...
beyond to ensure we could get the best pictures possible. We would love to work with Ryan again in the future!
Ryan and his wife did an amazing job capturing our wedding. He worked endlessly to make sure to capture every shot I asked for. Our pictures look amazing and he had them back to us...
and unbelievably timely manner. I look forward to having him capture future events in our lives.
Ryan is so amazing at what he does. My engagement photos are breathtaking and we had so much fun! My fiancé doesn't love taking pictures, but really enjoyed taking them with Ryan. ...
He is very professional and experienced. Thank you again for everything!
Ryan was so amazing! He really captured all the important moments in the day, and I got so many beautiful candid shots. Ryan had no problem meeting the bridal party at the salon to...
take pics of us getting hair and makeup done, then made his way to the reception space to get pics of the setup ahead of the wedding, back to the beach house to get pics of everyone getting dressed, to the beach for the ceremony, pics after the ceremony, back to the reception space for all of those pics (dancing, cake cutting, laughing, hugs), THEN back to the beach for sunset pics, and finally the end of the reception and our wedding trolley pictures. This man would win at a step challenge for sure! Throughout the whole process he made wonderful suggestions, shared when he thought a picture I was thinking of wasn't going to work out, and gave me tips and tricks for the best pictures.
I am forever grateful to him, and the moments that he captured of our special day. I would recommend him over and over again to anyone getting married in the area. You only get one shot to get the right photographer (pun intended haha), and I'm so glad I picked the best! Thanks for everything, Ryan!
Ryan did an amazing job with our wedding photos! They all turned out beautiful. He really captured all the best moments possible!!
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151 Empyrean Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC | Myrtle Beach, Pawleys Island, Charleston
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