the Jailyn Untalan Photography wedding & elopement experience
for wildly romantic and carefree couples that embrace the unexpected!

based in beaufort, sc
have passport, will travel!

Lowcountry + destination wedding and elopement photographer

Wedding photography for couples who want a romantic, adventurous, & fun wedding or elopement

I am here to capture your genuine moments of love and the beauty of your destination wedding day from the carefully chosen details like the flowers and invitations to the look on his face when he sees his bride for the first time.

I am here to make sure no detail goes unnoticed and you have these memories for long after the last toast of the night. because there's no do-overs for moments like these!

To be honest, integrity and a strong sense of morals lead everything i do. 

Hi! I'm Jailyn.

You're marrying the love of your life. You're an endless romantic with big dreams and you're both explorers, you have the enthusiasm for whatever adventures await. you want gorgeous photos of moments where you're connecting, laughing, and bonding, because authentic, warm images - ones that aren’t stiff and awkward - are the best ones. Well, i'm here for all of it!

From beautifully styled intimate weddings to the organic moments of an elopement, I'm here to make sure you receive joyful images of your favorite moments with the one you love.

What you can expect when you book me:

* A friend to guide not only photograph you but make sure that you are feeling great all day! I'm here for you, whether you need water, tissues, or a dress fluffer, I'll be here for you!

* A custom timeline consult with recommendations to ensure we capture all of the best moments & beautiful details that are important to you!

* Photos of genuine connection! You'll never see stiff unnatural posing because your joy and love are what you'll want to see in your albums and frames long after your big day!

* Whether it's your engagement session, bridal portraits, a couples lifestyle/post-wedding session, bridal boudoir,  or something else, I'm here to help you tell the full story of your new adventure with unique photographic sessions.

By hiring Jailyn Untalan Photography, you are choosing a trained destination photographer skilled in capturing genuine moments of love and beauty.

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wedding photos for couples that have a joie de vivre and love beautiful details

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Dream photoshoots for free spirits that want a unique experience in their big day

"So, I love you because the entire universe conspired to help me find you."

Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist⠀

What Other romantic explorers Have Said

“I was literally in tears looking at them because we’ve never had anything like this. After we lost everything in the hurricane, it really showed us how important it is to capture moments like these! Jailyn, these are stunning!!!!! I am literally in shock. Thank you so much they couldn’t have been more perfect!!!!! So happy to have these for the rest of our lives!”

-Lilly & Donny

"For a second session: Our beach session, I couldn’t stop smiling. Jailyn captured our silly girl in every single photo and I love the candid - ness of everything. It looks natural, happy, and again beautiful lighting/angles. Every single photo, we smiled and giggled looking at our daughter and that is just who she is 24/7. I’m sooo happy jailyn was able to capture her. ❤️”

-Bailey G.

“Jailyn is fun, and easy to work with! Her photos are amazing, and she is so sweet and just awesome to work with! Definitely highly recommended!!!!

-viktoria w.

“When it comes to Jailyn’s photography, personality, & skill, one word....... DOPE!! She’s super sweet, very talented, & very knowledgeable about photography. From the very first step until the photo session day Jailyn offered help in every way. I worried about location until the photos session & Jailyn assured me that they would turn out great & my pictures turned out better great & I couldn’t be happier with the final result! Book her!”

-shaneka r.

Jailyn did a fabulous job on our photoshoot! We wanted a low-stress, relaxed experience that would give us great pictures and that’s exactly what Jailyn delivered. She took the time to get to know us and then guided us through the photo session so that it was fun and natural, not awkward. She was punctual, professional, and a warm, kind person. We are thrilled with the beach sunset photos we got! Highly recommend her.

-Larry & Katherine

frequently asked questions

* What is a intimate wedding and why should I have one?
An intimate wedding is still a wedding! Usually with under 50 of your closest loved ones. It is a cross between an elopement and a big, traditional wedding. It is a beautiful experience for the couple who wants to really focus and spend the majority of their time and attention on the moments, and smaller details. It's not the place to cut corners but to create a unique and memorable experience for yourself and your guests. 

* Does an elopement have to be a secret?
NO!!! Let's get this myth cleared up ASAP! An elopement is typically just the couple, the officiant, the photographer (hey, that's me!) and can include a few loved ones (or not, it's up to you!). Yes, you can call your mom and sister before-hand and let them know. Yes, you can have your best friend there. And yes, you should plan this sweeping romantic adventure several months in advance. 

* Why do packages start at 4 hours and not just 15 minutes?
Bottom line up front, just because there aren't 150 guests attending the wedding, doesn't mean it isn't the start of a new adventure, new lives, and the journey into marriage.
It's still a BIG day! You may be walking barefoot on the beach, hiking a mountain (and changing at the top) or enjoying a jaw-dropping intimate wedding with ALL THE DETAILS, either way, your day deserves to be honored and treated with all the love of any wedding. 

Details of the rings, flowers, shoes, and every other beautiful detail you chose, all deserve to be documented. Images of you getting ready as well as your chosen details help to tell the story of your day. Not to mention the ceremony, couples portraits, and any celebration afterwards. This takes time. I'm here to tell your whole story, because it's a good one!

* What's included in my photography package?
Ready to book? Yes friend! I'm delighted to be by your side on such an important day! I'll be here for you and provide you with:
- an engagement guide 
- a free consult to discuss your venue, family, and how you want your day to feel
-A quick chat to discuss adding in custom sessions and products such as: 

       - an engagement session
       - bridal boudoir session
       - "day-after" lifestyle session
       - wall art, albums, and of course, announcement cards!