Capturing your story.
Relaxed, fun & timeless.
Charleston & the Lowcountry.
Weddings, portraits & film
Your wedding is more than just a day — it's your unique story. As Charleston wedding photographers with over ten years of experience, we capture it effortlessly and authentically, so your day feels relaxed, fun, and unforgettable.
Weddings
Photo + video includedFull-day coverage with a relaxed, unobtrusive approach — no stiff poses, no stress. Every collection pairs photography and videography from one coordinated team, includes a second shooter, a wedding album, and a hand-edited gallery that feels natural and timeless.
Elopements & Proposals
Intimate coverageFrom a surprise proposal captured from a distance to a quiet Lowcountry elopement, we document the real moment as it happens. Officiant coordination is available, and every session is guided, easy, and full of genuine emotion.
Portraits & Engagements
Sessions across CharlestonEngagements, seniors, headshots, and families photographed across Charleston's most beautiful settings. A relaxed, fun session that helps you feel comfortable on camera — perfect for save-the-dates or simply marking a moment.
Wedding Films
Cinematic videographyCinematic coverage that captures the sound and motion of your day alongside the stills. Because photo and video come from the same team, there are no vendor conflicts — just a seamless day and lasting films to relive for years.
Portfolio
“Your wedding is more than just a day — it's your unique story. As Charleston wedding photographers with over ten years of experience, we capture it effortlessly and authentically, so your day feels relaxed, fun, and unforgettable.”
Charleston Photo Art is a local, family-owned studio led by Dennis, passionate about capturing love stories across Charleston and the Lowcountry. Whether it's a wedding, elopement, proposal, or portrait session, we create heartfelt, genuine memories — combining photography and videography so there are no stiff poses and no stress, just timeless, elegant images that feel natural. A coffee lover, gear geek, and retro-camera collector, Dennis and his team believe great pictures tell stories, not just pixels — and adapt to rain, shine, or surprise to make sure every moment is captured. After nearly a decade in business, we're proud of our 350+ five-star reviews and the couples who trust us with the biggest day of their lives.
— — Dennis · Charleston Photo Art
Why couples choose us
Photo & video, one team
Every collection pairs photography and videography from a single coordinated team — cost savings, no vendor conflicts, and a day that runs smoothly.
Relaxed, fun, and easy
No stiff poses, no stress. 'Funny' is the word clients use most — every session is guided, comfortable, and full of genuine moments.
Always covered
A second shooter is included with every wedding, and we adapt to rain, shine, or surprise so nothing is ever missed.
Local & family-owned
A Charleston family studio with nearly a decade of experience and 350+ five-star reviews across Google, The Knot, and WeddingWire.
From couples & clients
“Dennis was our photographer for our wedding, and he also did our engagement pictures! We absolutely loved working with him and will definitely use him again. He is so kind, funny, on time — early, even — and made the whole day feel easy.”
“My now-husband found Dennis when he was setting up his proposal, surprising me and having Dennis there ready to capture the moment. Our experience was absolutely perfect and he was so great to work with that we didn't look for anyone else.”
“I am so happy we stumbled across Dennis and his team. He is such a joy to be around — professional, timely, accommodating, friendly, and funny. We had three sessions with him and every one was a highlight.”
“We cannot recommend Charleston Photo Art enough! On our wedding day — one of the busiest and most emotional days of our lives — he managed everything with such calm, kindness, and genuine warmth that it instantly put us at ease.”
“Charleston Photo Art was the perfect choice. From the moment we spoke with Dennis, we knew we were in good hands. He was punctual, straightforward, and honest, and on the wedding day he captured everything beautifully.”
Publications
Based in Mount Pleasant
- Address
- 1188 Cultivator Street, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
- Hours
- Mon – FriBy appointmentWeekendsWeddings & sessions
- Phone
- 843-819-9705
Check availability
Tell Dennis about your wedding, elopement, or session and we'll get back to you within 6–12 hours.