Charlie & Valarie offer a heartfelt and intentional photography experience for couples and families — including wedding photography, engagement sessions, and family portraits. With a personal approach and a focus on capturing your most meaningful, natural moments, we deliver timeless images that reflect the love, joy, and connection that define your story. Whether you’re celebrating a new chapter or simply preserving this season of life, our work is honest, relaxed, and full of heart.

Services

Whether it's the start of your story or a new season of life, portraits are the perfect way to freeze time. From sweet engagements to glowing maternity moments or joyful family gatherings, we capture the love, laughter, and little details that make your story yours.










portrait Photography

Portraits

Bridal sessions are all about celebrating you — the dress, the details, and that glow that only comes once. It’s a chance to slow down before the big day, feel stunning, and create timeless portraits you’ll treasure forever.

bridal Photography

Bridals

From the first look to the last dance, every moment is captured with care, creativity, and a whole lot of joy. Wedding days fly by, so we focus on preserving the real, the romantic, and the wildly fun — so you can relive it all for years to come.

wedding Photography

Weddings

- kara Burke  -

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

Chris & Kimmy explore hampton park in charleston, sc as they prepare to welcome sloan elise. 

Cobblestone and chalmer st
charleston, SC

strolling in downtown charleston, sc

Kimmy & Chris
Ansleigh and James
Shawnti and Chris
  • A personal and detailed 30-minute session preparation meeting.
  • A custom-made style guide to help prepare you for your session.
  • An engaging, personal 2-hour photography session.
  • A curated collection of carefully and beautifully edited photos.
  • A private online gallery to easily download, share, and print your images.
  • A same-day sneak peek so you can relive the magic (and share it!) while the glow is still fresh.

You'll come away with

From just-because portraits to milestone moments, our sessions are designed to feel relaxed, joyful, and real. Whether you're newly engaged, glowing with anticipation, or wrangling little ones for a family session — we’ll capture all the warmth, laughter, and love that make your story yours.

One simple package, no hidden fees. Just one full session, a beautiful gallery of hand-edited images, and timeless photos to treasure, share, and relive for years to come.

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Portrait Photography

Portraits
$350

Samm bringing the sunshine at the college of charleston

Stay classy with kate
The Gadsden house

luxury and history at the William aiken house

Samm
Kate 
Lauren
  • A personal and detailed 30-minute session preparation meeting.
  • An engaging, personal 2-hour portrait photography session.
  • A curated collection of carefully and beautifully edited photos.
  • A relaxing and fun session complete with champagne, music, and plenty of time to twirl in your dress.
  • A same-day sneak peek so you can relive the magic (and share it!) while the glow is still fresh.

You'll come away with

Bridal sessions are all about you — the gown, the glow, and the quiet moments before the big day. It’s your chance to slow down, twirl a little longer, and take it all in without the rush. We focus on creating timeless portraits that showcase your beauty, style, and joy.

Whether you're dreaming of golden light, cathedral veils, or a downtown backdrop, we’ll help you feel confident, radiant, and fully yourself. This isn’t just a photo session — it’s a celebration of everything that makes you the bride.

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Bridal PHOTOGRAPHY

Bridals
$350

Hampton park
Charleston, SC

Langston Family Farm
South carolina

Terrapin park
Kent island, MD

The Johnsons
The Langstons
The Kazimirs
  • A personal and detailed 30-minute session preparation meeting.
  • An engaging, personal 2-hour portrait photography session.
  • A custom-made style guide to help prepare you for your session.
  • A curated collection of carefully and beautifully edited photos.
  • Access to our professional print shop for heirloom-quality albums, framed artwork, and holiday card options.And share one final deliverable your clients will receive.

You'll come away with

Snuggles, giggles, golden hour glows, and tiny shoes filled with sand—family sessions are our sweet spot. Whether it’s toddlers twirling in tall grass, siblings trading gummy bear grins, or parents stealing a quiet moment between the chaos, we’re there for it all. Our sessions are relaxed, real, and filled with the kind of joy that sticks—like powdered sugar on chubby fingers.

Think cozy fall sweaters, barefoot beach mornings, or front porch popsicle memories. We blend posed moments with playful candids to create images that feel like warm cinnamon rolls and cocoa on a Sunday morning. From first birthdays to family reunions, your story deserves to be told with heart, laughter, and a little extra sprinkles.

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Family PHOTOGRAPHY

Family
$450
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"Up" themed wedding

Emily & josh

Lauren & Taylor's

william aiken house

from the portfolio

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