Business Details
10 Years
experience
Open 24/7
always available
Charleston Wedding Photographers Who Capture Your Story Beautifully
Charleston Photo Art began in 2016 with a vision to tell love stories through timeless, heartfelt photography. Founded by Dennis, a wedding and portrait photographer with a Master's Degree in Psychology, our company grew through his unique ability to connect with people and capture genuine emotion. In 2019, Dennis's wife, Iryna, joined as studio manager, bringing expertise in hospitality and art history to enhance client experience. Today, we operate as a full-service photography and videography studio in Charleston, SC, with a team of associate photographers, editors, and assistants who share our passion for creating unforgettable visual stories. Our approach combines technical expertise with emotional intelligence to deliver natural, elegant imagery that reflects each client's unique narrative. We specialize in weddings, elopements, proposals, engagements, and portraits, serving couples across South Carolina and beyond. Our process prioritizes personalized planning, adaptability to unexpected challenges, and rapid delivery of high-quality results. With over 370 five-star reviews, we maintain a reputation for professionalism, creativity, and exceptional customer service.
Services
Wedding Photography
Elopement Photography
Engagement Photography
Proposal Photography
Portrait Photography
Senior Portraits
Family Portraits
Headshot Portraits
Videography
Albums & Wall Art
Served areas
- Charleston SC
Details
- Year established: 2016
- Employees: 3
Highlights and features
- One of the most positively reviewed photographers is Charleston.
- Photography and videography in each Wedding package.
- Wedding packages include all pictures (around 100 pictures per hour).
- Quick turnaround, 2 to 4 weeks.
- Always having 2 Photographers
What people say
Stunning photos
Stress-free experience
Genuine memories
Quick turnaround
Professional team
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography captures every moment from preparation to celebration. We specialize in natural, candid shots while ensuring key formal portraits. With experience in Charleston's venues, we adapt to weather and timing challenges. Clients receive fully edited images and video highlights within days.
Elopement Photography
We document elopements with the same attention to detail as traditional weddings. Our team creates relaxed, authentic imagery that reflects personal stories. Services include timeline planning and post-event print options. Available for local and destination elopements across South Carolina.
Engagement Photography
Engagement sessions help couples build comfort with photography while creating meaningful images. We offer location guidance and styling advice. These sessions provide material for save-the-date cards and wedding decor while building rapport for the big day.
Portrait Photography
We offer senior portraits, family portraits, and headshots with natural lighting techniques. Sessions emphasize subjects' personalities through candid and guided poses. Post-processing focuses on authentic representation while maintaining timeless aesthetics.
Videography
Our videography services document ceremonies and celebrations with cinematic quality. We use multiple cameras and audio equipment to capture speeches, vows, and candid moments. Clients receive both full-length films and edited highlights for sharing on social media platforms.
People
Dennis Aliaksandrou
Lead Photographer/Videographer
Founder with Master's in Psychology, specializing in capturing genuine emotions. Professional photographer since 2016, combining technical expertise with emotional intelligence to create timeless wedding imagery.
Iryna
Studio Manager
Joined in 2019 with hospitality industry experience and Master of Arts in Art History. Oversees client experience and studio operations while contributing to photography sessions as needed.
Questions
What services do you offer for destination weddings?
We provide full-service photography and videography for destination weddings across South Carolina and beyond. Our packages include travel coordination and local venue expertise.
How long does it take to receive edited photos?
Clients receive preview images within 48 hours and full galleries with 100+ edited images within two weeks of the event.
Do you offer both photography and videography?
Yes, we offer combined photography and videography services with coordinated teams to capture every moment in stills and motion.
What's included in your wedding packages?
Packages include timeline planning, multiple photographers, full-day coverage, and post-production editing. Custom options available for specific needs.
How do you handle bad weather on wedding days?
We have contingency plans for indoor locations and use weather-appropriate equipment while maintaining artistic quality in all conditions.
Can we choose specific photo styles?
Yes, we work with clients to understand preferred styles while offering professional guidance based on venue and lighting conditions.
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Reviews (11)
Michael Baker
Oct 17, 2023
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My wife and I just celebrated our 10 year anniversary in Folly Beach, SC. I surprised my wife with a vow renewal and hired Dennis to capture the moment. Our experience with him cannot be described in words but I'll try. His energy was absolutely amazing and did not at all feel like a stranger. We would absolutely use him again. His assistant was also super polite and a pleasure to be around. You absolutely need that type of professionalism and comfort from a photographer in order to take natural looking photos. Thanks again Dennis!
Jacob Courtot
Sep 30, 2023
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Dennis is an amazing photographer. His funny/energetic personality made working with him a breeze. He is a very genuine guy who truly cares about making his clients feel comfortable.
Leidy Gray
Aug 16, 2023
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Dennis was our Wedding photographer and was absolutely wonderful to work with! He also took our engagement pictures and had great ideas on locations and poses. Throughout the whole process we felt at ease and he made everything fun. Our guests at the wedding loved him and his energy. The pictures turned out wonderful and so did our video. Dennis and his partner were very professional and did everything they said they would do. I would highly recommend him and his company for your wedding or other special event!
Cody Strickland
Apr 12, 2023
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Dennis was great! From helping me plan the secret proposal to helping us pick out the photos, the whole process was seamless and made my bride to be feel like a million bucks! Highly recommend!
Nicole Lopez
Dec 29, 2022
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Had a blast working with Dennis! He made us feel so comfortable and took amazing photographs! Would 100% recommend and plan to use again in the future! You can't go wrong wrong by choosing him!
Joseph Sturkie
Jul 23, 2022
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Dennis was wonderful to work with. He does fantastic work and made the entire process very easy and fun. He was always easy to reach, on time, very enthusiastic and really made us feel at ease throughout the entire experience. His locations and suggestions were spot on. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for the best photographer in the area. I will definitely be a repeat customer!
Chris Missett
Apr 22, 2022
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I organized a photo session with Dennis for our proposal on front of the Angel Oak Tree in Charleston and we could not be happier with Dennis and the finished products. Dennis was very professional, timely, organized, hospitable, and went above the call of duty for our special day. The extra services and amenities that he provided we greatly appreciated. We recommend Dennis for your future photography needs. 5 Thank you!
Andrey Senchykov
Mar 27, 2022
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Dennis did our photo session on the beach with two little and active kids. We are really happy with his works. He was very patient when kids didn't want to look to the camera and tried to keep their attention; helps with poses. He is responsible, always replied immediately. We were happy to work with him and highly recommend this professional photographer!
LeBron Hill Fishing
Apr 18, 2021
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He was AMAZING! Coming from Atlanta, our 1st trip to Charleston, and trying a photographer we didn't know to capture such a special moment was nerve racking to say the least! Dennis was awesome from the beginning and went above and beyond to make this moment memorable. His joking demeanor helps tremendously for 2 people who do not like taking photos, and his work speaks for itself. Thank you so much for capturing my suprise proposal to my future wife and if we ever need pictures taken in Charleston you will definitely be the one we call!
Breeyanna Greene
Apr 13, 2021
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My fiance and I had a amazing time doing our engagement shoot with Dennis. He made us both feel comfortable and was over all genuine. He showed us some of the photos briefly directly from the camera and we were in love! We knew we wanted to book him for our wedding before we even made it back to our car. We highly recommend!
Vivian Huang
Aug 28, 2020
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We were offered the free session for dog parents and Dennis took wonderful photos! He is patient and uses the time wisely. He is so kind, funny, and helps with posing which helps diversify the photos. We were comfortable around him and he captured some great moments with our fur baby! Our session was free and came with a free 8X10 print, so any extra photos you love will have to be purchased. It is professional photo prices! We loved a lot of them haha so we got them edited and did purchase more. If you're looking for an engagement or wedding photographer, I highly recommend Dennis and his team!