About Chi

Do you have an office?
Yes, my hours are by appointment only. Please call or email to schedule an appointment. The address is 4552 Ladson Road, Summerville, SC 29485 (Ladson Oakbrook Shopping Center). I do not accept mail at this address so if you have a contract or payment to send, please use the address listed in your contract.

What is your wedding style?
Simple, sweet and sophisticated. With subtle and artistic attention to detail, I capture sweet moments, expressions, and all the little things in between. I try to steer more towards a candid observation of your day. If photos are not a priority for you then I’m probably not the photographer for you. If you’re only hiring a photographer because your parents insisted that you do then I’m not the photographer for you. If you hate your picture being taken, I can’t make you look like you love it, no photographer can. So it’s essential that you are honest about your photography expectations from the beginning. After all is said and done, besides that marriage license, your photos are all you have left. It’s very important to plan plenty of time for these.

Do you have any tips on choosing a photographer?
I think choosing a photographer is very important when planning a wedding. I believe in a good match between myself and my client, so loving a photographer’s work and feeling comfortable with the photographer are very important to the overall outcome. Keep in mind, you will spend much of your wedding day with your photographer!

Is this your full time job?
Well, not counting my two kids (and my husband), Yes, this is what I love to do and all that I do.

Do you travel?
Yes! I love traveling and I am ready to go anywhere in the world.

Do you charge for travel?
Travel fees will depend on the distance from Charleston, SC. Anything outside of this area would require a travel fee based on the mileage or air travel required. For engagement and bridal sessions, I only shoot those in the surrounding Charleston areas. If you require outside this area, travel fees will apply.

Do you work with an assistant or a second photographer?
Currently no second photographers are offered as I work primarily as a solo photographer. With a well planned out event timeline I can capture everything you’re looking for.

Do you take posed pictures?
While I try to be spontaneous, I also value having relaxed portraits of the most important people in your life.

Can we print from the DVD we purchase?
Yes, all images on the DVD are high-resolution Jpegs with no watermarks. They are yours for your own personal use and come with a Client Copyright Release specific for you.

Can our guests take photographs at our wedding?
Yes. I do ask that no one else brings any professional equipment as this can cause problems with the outcome of your images, especially if my flash is fighting against theirs. I also remind you to check with your church venue to make sure you have knowledge of their photography restrictions well in advance. Most churches do not allow flash photography so your photographer needs to be equipped for this.

How many photographs will be taken at our wedding?
I take an average of 100-150 images per hour. If I shoot a 10 hour wedding, you can count on at least 1000-1200 images depending on the event.