Top 9 Fine Art Photographers in Charleston, SC

Fine art photography is all about conveying the artistic vision of the photographer, whether it’s a landscape scene, an architectural shot, or a wedding portrait. Charleston is home to several outstanding fine art photographers inspired by the people and spaces of homey South Carolina. View their portfolios like we did and you will soon see what makes their work stand out from the rest.

Ready to start your search for fine art photographers in Charleston? Check out this list of some of the city's top talent to find the best match for your next project.

Zak Collins

Zak Collins began studying photography in 2010 as a way to cope with personal loss. He immersed himself in books about the technical aspects of the craft and the psychology of aesthetics while practicing with hundreds and hundreds of shots.

Over the years, Zak turned his attention to photographing the coastal and wetland regions of South Carolina through stunning fine art images. He describes his approach as “reductionist,” with a preference that all of the nonessential elements be stripped away for the maximum effect. Check out his portfolio and contact him today for any commissions you have in mind.

Abby Murphy

Abby Murphy is a lifestyle and editorial photographer with a fine art edge who is passionate about documenting the creative processes and experiences of women. Originally from Indiana, she studied photography at the Rhode Island School of Design before moving to South Carolina after an internship at the Charleston magazine.

Abby’s images are overflowing with color and creativity while reflecting the unique lifestyles of her subjects. In 2018, she opened a store featuring her film photography prints and also runs a blog filled with tips for house projects, beauty styles, and scrapbooking.

Philip Casey

Philip Casey is a Charleston-based luxury fine art photographer who specializes in weddings and family portraits. He says that his vision as an artist is to “capture genuine moments of joy, love, and intimacy as magnificent works of art inspired by light, composition, and environment.”

Philip’s images have a timeless, light, and airy quality and he transforms them into heirloom products to be passed down through the generations. Aside from having photographed over 377 weddings (and counting), he has served with several nonprofit organizations that include OneWorld Health in Uganda, Africa.

Dustin K. Ryan Photography

Originally from Portland, Oregon, Dustin K. Ryan lived on the Hawaiian islands of Kauai and Maui before settling in Charleston where he established his fine art photography business. Aside from shooting weddings, corporate events, and product photography, he captures impressive images of South Carolina’s architectural icons, landscapes, and seascapes.

Dustin uses all Canon bodies and lenses to ensure the highest quality images possible. He regularly collaborates with art directors, marketing managers, and agency art buyers to create visually compelling works for clients, and for himself.

Ben Ham Images

Ben Ham is a self-taught fine art landscape photographer who learned much of what he knows by studying the work of Ansel Adams, a legendary American landscape photographer.

Originally from a small town in Georgia, Ben relocated to South Carolina with his family at the age of 10 and spent much of his youth exploring the state’s mountains, marshes, and coastline. Ben works exclusively in black and white and shoots using film. Many of his images are inspired by a “deep love and appreciation for the natural world.”

Ross Almers Photography & Design

Specializing in photographing wildlife, sports, and historic sites, Ross Almers is an artist and freelance photographer based in South Carolina. He has been in the industry for over 30 years but has only recently made his work available to the public for purchase.

As you look through his impressive portfolio, you’ll see birds of prey in action, up-close shots of orchids, and historic sites around South Carolina’s low country. He often transforms his images into artworks, including drawings of the Charleston Battery players, a soccer club.

Lauren Jonas Photography

Weddings, lifestyle, and travel are the inspirations behind Lauren Jonas’ work, with a timeless often whimsical aesthetic to her photography. When it comes to fine art weddings, she says that she loves working with couples who are “dynamic and enthusiastic about their love for one another." With friends and business partners, Lauren is values wholehearted trust above all.

Aside from having a formal education in photography, Lauren also boasts around a decade of professional experience and has a knack for documenting life at its most beautiful.

Julie Livingston Photography

Julie Livingston has had her photography featured in several big-name publications, including British Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, Brides Magazine, and Style Me Pretty.

Julie has also had the privilege of collaborating with some of the world’s top wedding vendors during high-end celebrations and has traveled the globe photographing luxury editorials and elopements. Based in Charleston, Julie has garnered a reputation for her light-hearted and joyful energy – which she brings to every photo shoot.

Victoria Jean Photo Art

Born and raised on a dairy farm in rural Wisconsin, Victoria Jean took her first film photography class at high school and knew immediately that she would follow a creative path. In the years since, she has moved into the digital photography space and graduated from Olympic College with an Associates of Technical Arts in Web Development and a focus on photography.

As a business owner, Victoria is constantly evolving her photographic skills with impressive results, including some stunning astrophotography shots you can view in her portfolio.

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