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Wedding Photography & Films

Artfully capturing the essence of life in true color for 20 years.

Asheville Wedding Photographer - St. Augustine Wedding Photographer

With two decades of experience, SSS Studio, led by the talented Scott S. Smith, has become a beloved name in wedding photography and filmmaking. Splitting time between the stunning locales of Asheville, NC, and St. Augustine, FL, Scott and his dedicated team have a passion for capturing timeless moments across the Southeast. He is well-known for his unique ability to document the wide array of emotions experienced on such a meaningful day. At SSS Studio, we believe in creating more than just photos and films; we craft cherished heirlooms designed to be treasured for generations.

Our services encompass everything from engagement sessions and unique proposal shoots to an award-winning blend of editorial and documentary-style wedding photography, as well as fun family portraits. What truly sets Scott apart is his personalized approach to each project, ensuring that every image beautifully reflects the couple’s unique journey. His unwavering commitment to quality, keen attention to detail, and genuine desire to understand each couple’s story make SSS Studio a top choice for artistic wedding photography and videography in Western North Carolina, North Florida, and throughout the Southeast. Couples can feel enthusiastic and confident in their decision, knowing they will receive something extraordinarily special to cherish forever, all while having fun along the way!

A bride and groom sharing a kiss outdoors during sunset, with mountains and trees in the background. Mountain top wedding photography in Fletcher, NC by Asheville Wedding Photographer Scott S. Smith
A bride and groom holding hands walking on a bridge over Fontana Dam with the lake and the Smoky Mountains in the background. Lake Fontana Dam Wedding drone photography by Asheville Wedding Photographer Scott S. Smith.
A romantic engagement photograph showcasing a couple holding an umbrella close to each other in the rain, touching foreheads, and smiling in downtown Asheville, NC.
St. Augustine engagement photograph featuring a couple kissing at sunset, with the woman lifting her right leg and wearing a pleated skirt and heels, and the man dressed in a suit, standing on grass with palm trees and the Castillo De San Marcos in t
A bride and groom embracing in a grassy field with mountains and trees in the background. Montana Wedding Photographer
A bride and groom dance together at their Treasury on The Plaza wedding reception in historic downtown St. Augustine, FL surrounded by guests, with purple lighting and fog on the floor.
A bride and groom standing close together on a stone pathway in front of a large, well-lit house at night, surrounded by trees and garden beds. A dramatic Georgia destination wedding photograph by Asheville Wedding Photographer Scott S. Smith.
Two women in wedding dresses holding hands and walking on the beach with ocean waves and a sailboat in the background. Same sex wedding photographer in St. Augustine Beach, Florida.
A bride in a white wedding dress and high-heeled shoes is being carried by a groom in a black tuxedo during sunset by a body of water—Jacksonville, Florida wedding photography at Epping Forest Yacht Club.
A couple standing close to each other by a waterfront railing, smiling and looking into each other's eyes, with sailboats in the background during sunset near The White Room of St. Augustine.
A pair of wedding bands, one black and one silver, placed on an open book with the pages forming a heart shape. Creative Asheville Wedding Photographer.
A bride and groom standing closely under a canopy of trees, with the groom kissing the bride's forehead, as she holds a bouquet of pink and white flowers. Outdoor wedding photograph in Western North Carolina.
A newlywed couple in wedding attire standing on a balcony at dusk, with tropical palm trees and a building with illuminated arched windows in the background. Florida Destination wedding in Naples, Florida.
A woman in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet, standing on a crosswalk at dusk with a modern building in the background at a Charlotte, North Carolina Wedding.
A bride and groom dance outdoors at night amid palm trees decorated with string lights. A beautiful romantic moment captured during the Nights of Lights in St. Augustine, Florida. During a downtown St. Augustine wedding photography session by SSS Stu
White multi-tiered wedding cake with intricate swirl patterns and gold accents, decorated with holly leaves and small nuts, placed on a silver cake stand. Treasury on The Plaza wedding detail in St. Augustine, Florida.
A bride and groom in wedding attire sharing a kiss on a green field under dark, stormy sky by Asheville Wedding Photographer Scott S. Smith
Silhouettes of people jumping in the air during sunset on a hill, with the sun radiating light behind them against a clear blue sky by Asheville Wedding Photographer Scott S. Smith
A woman wearing elaborate jewelry and traditional clothing, with henna on her hand, during a colorful and traditional Indian wedding in Asheville, North Carolina.
A newlywed couple in wedding attire embracing by the water at sunset, with a palm tree and cloudy sky in the background. Destination wedding photography in Puerto Rico by Scott S. Smith.
Editorial style wedding photograph in Black and white. A portrait of a groom in a U.S. Army uniform, looking at the camera with a confident expression, wearing a wristwatch and rings, with a blurred background.
A bride and groom kissing under a veil at sunset with a dramatic sky and silhouette landscape in the background. A romantic and colorful wedding photograph by Asheville Wedding photographer Scott S. Smith of SSS Studios.
A St. Augustine engagement photograph of a couple on the waterfront of Mantanzas Bay, with sailboats in the background under cloudy skies.
A newlywed couple sharing a romantic moment on a wooden boardwalk by the beach during sunset, by photographer Scott S. Smith.
A couple dressed in wedding attire, embracing during sunset on a grassy area with silhouetted trees in the background. A romantic and colorful wedding photograph by Asheville Wedding photography studio SSS Wedding Photography.
A bride and groom kissing in front of a multi-tiered fountain with water cascading down, during a wedding celebration by Asheville Wedding Photographer Scott S. Smith
Outdoor sunset wedding ceremony photograph, featuring a couple holding hands and exchanging vows at a mountaintop wedding near Asheville, North Carolina.
Bride in wedding dress holding bouquet on the steps in front of a white mansion with tall trees and bushes. Mountaintop wedding in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina.
Fun bridal portrait by Asheville Wedding Photographer Scott S. Smith.
Creative wedding detail photograph of rings in a flower by Asheville Wedding Photographer Scott S. Smith
A documentary style wedding ceremony photograph of a groom smiling at the bride during their wedding ceremony outdoors at sunset by Asheville Wedding Photographer Scott S. Smith.
Dramatic and moody Biltmore Engagement Photography by Asheville Wedding Photographer Scott S. Smith
Romantic photography of a couple kissing with the Blue Ridge Mountains in the background at a summer wedding at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina.

Our Services

  • A smiling couple embracing each other during the famous Nights of Lights in Downtown St. Augustine, FL. Engagement Photography with blurred warm yellow string lights in the background

    Engagements and Proposals

    Engagements, and Surprise Proposal Photography

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  • Bride and groom smiling as they walk through a shower of confetti surrounded by friends and family at their Asheville, NC wedding celebration.

    Wedding Photography

    Award Winning Wedding Photography and Video

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  • A family of four sitting on a bench outdoors at sunset, surrounded by trees and flowers, near a lake.

    Family Photography

    Family Photography Sessions, Vacation Photos and Lifestyle Portraiture

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What do some of our clients have to say?

  • "Scott was a true pleasure and a real privilege to work with on my wedding day. He was very communicative, collaborative, creative, and professional throughout the entire process."

    -Michelle (St. Augustine, FL)

  • "We are so pleased with how the photos turned out - large group and several smaller groupings with several backgrounds in Historical St Augustine. Scott was helpful, punctual, easy to communicate with, and Scott really listened to what we wanted."

    -Julia (St. Augustine, FL)

  • Scott is professional, fun, and incredibly creative! My husband and I had a wonderful time with him throughout the day; he even managed to calm my stressed-out mom and capture some unbelievable moments that I am so so so grateful to have. I can’t emphasize enough how fantastic it was to have Scott and his assistant Anna at our wedding!

    -Susan (Asheville, NC)

  • "Scott and his team were wonderful to work with, very talented, polite, and hard working. The photos are unbelievable, too!"

    -Beth (Gainesville, FL)

  • "Scott and Jon were fantastic! Not only did they tell the story of our day with flawless detail, they were fun and professional."

    -Jenny (St. Augustine, FL)

  • "The Best! Seriously in awe of our pictures!"

    -Gwen (Savannah, GA)

  • Across the board 5 stars! Scott his team were awesome and our wedding video is fantastic!

    -Austin (Weaverville, NC)

  • "He was patient during the after ceremony photos as people requested pictures. He has great creativity to find unique backdrops which made for some outstanding pictures. Scott used his time with us amazingly well and accomplished everything we asked for."

    -Paul (St. Augustine, FL)

  • "Scott is amazing! He was so easy to work with, very professional and has a wonderful personality. Thank you so much for capturing my most cherished day of my life!"

    -Shawna (St. Augustine, FL)

  • "I can't thank you enough for your hard work and the amazing photos! I will cherish these forever."

    -Mary (Hendersonville, NC)

  • "Wow, just Wow Scott you are a true artist! We had a great time with you and many of my guests commented on how hard you worked, so thank you from the bottom of my heart!"

    -Lindsey (St. Petersburg, FL)

  • "Scott is the best! We had so much fun getting family photos and I can't believe the moments captured with the kiddos. 5 stars!"

    -Jackie (Palm Coast, FL)

  • "If you are looking for a wedding photographer in Asheville, Scott is the best! Of course Josh and I are biased, but seriously, we had a wonderful experience with SSS studio and highly recommend them."

    Denise - (Asheville, NC)

  • "He captured all of our most special moments as part our sunset wedding perfectly with gorgeous, hard-to-capture photos that we will treasure. Scott was very professional and well prepared."

    -Mollie (Weaverville, NC)