- Believe photography is storytelling with purpose
- Create timeless, heartfelt imagery
- Cherish the connection between light, love, and faith
- Capturers of joy, quiet moments, and genuine laughter
Charlie and Valarie are a husband and wife duo who believe the best photographs are born from connection. Charlie is the artist behind the lens, capturing light, emotion, and timeless moments with skillful precision. Valarie is the soul of their work — her natural eye for beauty and genuine warmth transform every session into a story worth telling. Together, they craft images that feel as effortless as they are unforgettable.
Their work is rooted in a love for storytelling and a belief that the most meaningful moments are often the quiet, unscripted ones. With every photograph, they strive to create a legacy of love, faith, and the beautiful, fleeting magic of everyday life.
Photographer, Faith-Filled Dreamers, Storytellers
Who WE are
He seriously made me feel like the most special bride in the world and his #1 priority for the day.
from the heart of past clients
serving clients on the eastern shore and metro dc area
Charlie is the photographer behind Charlie and Valarie Photography, capturing light, love, and authentic moments with an artist’s eye and a storyteller’s heart. Valarie is the balance — the gentle presence, the vision, and the warmth that turns every session into a relaxed, unforgettable experience. Together, they craft a space where real moments unfold naturally and beautifully.
Originally rooted in Charleston, they now call Maryland’s Eastern Shore home, photographing weddings, proposals, and families across Washington DC, Annapolis, and beyond. Every image they create is a celebration of love, life, and the quiet beauty of faith.
Portrait Photographer and Faith-Filled Dreamers
What We do
"Up" themed wedding
Emily & josh
Lauren & Taylor's
william aiken house
from the portfolio
From quiet glances to spontaneous hugs — the everyday moments are often the ones we hold dearest.
LIFE’S SIMPLE MOMENTS ARE EXTRAORDINARY
Joy makes life sweeter. We believe in finding laughter in every season and capturing it with heart.
LAUGHTER IS ESSENTIAL
The moments we share with loved ones are life's greatest treasures — worthy of being remembered.
FAMILY IS EVERYTHING
Faith keeps us grounded, guides our work, and reminds us that every love story is a gift.
FAITH IS THE FOUNDATION
The start of forever deserves to be captured with joy, emotion, and timeless beauty.
MARRIAGE SHOULD BE CELEBRATED
What We believe
