Professional Charleston, SC Wedding and family Photographer
THE EVERYDAY MAGIC of YOUR STORY
Captured Through Timeless Charleston Photography
Local CHARLESTON PHOTOGRAPHER
Light-hearted photography that's good for the soul.
Capturing the in between moments
I’m Shannon Oleksak, a trusted photographer with 17 years of experience and over 250 weddings photographed. Many of my clients return year after year—trusting me to capture their milestones, from “I do” to growing families.
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My Photography Services
Life moves fast. Let’s slow it down—just for a moment.
Newborn
Gentle, in-home sessions that focus on baby-led moments and quiet connection—no pressure, no posing.
Family
Joyful, low-stress sessions that celebrate your real life—snuggles, silliness, and everything in between.
Weddings
Romantic, timeless photography that captures the emotion, beauty, and in-between moments of your day.
MEET shannon
behind the lens
Charleston is our home and where I've raised my own three little ones. The beaches and parks are both our playground and my favorite workplace.
Living only miles from Folly Beach, we frequent Downtown Charleston and all of the surrounding places you'll see throughout my work - and love it. I can't wait to photograph your session, here!
family photography DETAILS
family & newborn
Although we make sure to photograph those timeless, classic family portraits in the beginning of your session, we quickly switch to playful and free so that your time with me is full of laughter, joy, and those little moments that will leave you speechless when you see your gallery.
Shannon!! I know I say this every year, but you amaze me. These pictures are precious.
— erin, mama to chloe
WE WERE WITH OUR IMAGES — THEY WERE UTTERLY,
thrilled
uniquely us.
— GREY, 2020 Groom
Charleston is home
—and I know it like the back of my camera.
From sandy toes on Folly Beach to golden light in downtown alleys, I’ve photographed love stories and growing families all across Charleston and the Lowcountry. Whether we’re at your home, a favorite park, or one of the city’s beautiful venues, I’ll help you choose a location that feels personal, relaxed, and just right.
Proudly serving:
Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Folly Beach, James Island, Johns Island, Isle of Palms, Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, West Ashley
BRING ALL THE
LAUGHS AND EVEN THE
occasional tEARS
bring all the laughs & the
tears
All the big feelings are welcome, here. Let's schedule your photography session and create a gallery that is unique to your family.
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