Welcome to Herschel Photography

Photography is my passion. I find immense joy in capturing timeless moments and creating meaningful art for my clients. I pride myself in my ability to provide a relaxed and enjoyable experience during my shoots. I am based in Beaufort, SC and I frequently work in Bluffton and Hilton Head. I am able to travel to Savannah or Charleston and the surrounding areas to capture your special moments.

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Serving Charleston to Savannah and everywhere in between.

Maternity

Expectant mother sitting cross‑legged under a sprawling Lowcountry oak tree, gently holding her baby bump. Maternity photo took place in riverside park in Beaufort, SC.

Engagement /Couples

Couple holding hands during Hunting Island engagement shoot on driftwood beach at sunset, with ocean waves and weathered tree trunks behind them.

Micro Weddings

A couple, dressed in wedding attire, dancing on a rock with a scenic mountainous background. The man is wearing a black suit with a white shirt and bow tie, and the woman is in a white, flowy dress with a floral pattern. The scene appears to be outdoors on a cloudy day.

Family

Family photoshoot on Hunting Island Beach near Beaufort, SC

Headshots & Lifestyle

Woman in a denim jacket smiling confidently during Lowcountry styled headshot session in charming downtown Beaufort, SC.

Events

Group of friends raising drinks and cheering outdoors at a festive outdoor gathering.

Visiting the area on vacation?

Your vacation deserves more than cellphone photos!

Whether you’re celebrating with your whole family, planning a couples getaway, marking an anniversary or getting ready to propose, a vacation in the Lowcountry is worth remembering well.

I photograph relaxed, natural sessions for visitors staying in Hilton Head Island, Fripp Island, Beaufort and the surrounding area. I’ll help with timing, location and simple direction so the experience feels like an enjoyable part of your trip—not another item on the itinerary.

Available for couples, families, extended-family gatherings, anniversaries, engagements and surprise proposals.

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Kind words from

kind people

  • A black and white photo of a smiling young couple outdoors, standing close to each other with the man behind the woman, holding her hands. They are near a large, leafless tree with a landscape of sparse vegetation in the background.

    "Sarah is so amazing! She took beautiful pictures of us on the driftwood beach! She was very adventurous and so excited to shoot with us!"

  • A family of three standing outdoors in a wooded area during autumn, with fall foliage and fallen leaves on the ground. The woman is holding a young boy, and the man is standing beside them, all smiling at the camera.

    “Sarah is a wonderful photographer! She has taken photos of our family for several years now and always does a beautiful job. She is a very warm, kind person and makes you feel at ease. She has gotten some amazing shots of my toddler son over the years (not easy to do!). She's great with kids. I cannot recommend her enough!”

  • A young woman with long brown hair smiling while standing outdoors on a city street, wearing a light blue shirt over a white top. She has earrings, a necklace, and rings, with a background of storefronts, trees, and sidewalk.

    “Sarah not only delivered STUNNING photos but she made me feel so comfortable through the process. I wanted some photos that I could use for headshots and also more candid photos for social media content and marketing for my business. She was able to direct me nicely to really capture the moment. 10/10 experience!”

  • A family of five standing on a sandy beach with a lighthouse and trees in the background. The mother and children are smiling, dressed casually in jeans, sweaters, and dresses.

    “Sarah recently captured wonderful moments with my kids during our vacation in Beaufort, SC. She was incredibly professional and interacted wonderfully with the kids. I'm absolutely enamored with the photos! Her editing style and artistic vision are truly remarkable. These photographs and the memories they hold from our time in South Carolina will be cherished forever.”

  • A woman with blonde hair, wearing a light blue T-shirt and white pants, stands outdoors near water with a bridge in the background, smiling with her hands on her hips.

    "Sarah was SO fun to work with! She has such an eye for the best lighting and all angles. The ultimate hype girl, not only making you feel beautiful but look it too. If you're looking for a laid back but professional vibe, she is the girl who gets the job done, book her!"

  • Family of five posing outdoors on a grassy area with trees and a field in the background. The family includes four children and an adult woman and man. Everyone is casually dressed and smiling.

    "Sarah did a fantastic job photographing my extended family over thanksgiving break. She even let us get our dogs in some shots! Very sweet and easy to work with, I highly recommend hiring Sarah for your next photoshoot."

  • A woman in a floral dress sitting on the grass with two brown dogs near a large tree, overlooking a body of water with a marshy landscape and sailboats in the distance.

    "Sarah is the salt of the earth! I've always admired her editing aesthetic and candid shots. I have two rescues that are usually pretty timid and standoffish towards new people, but because of her love for dogs and experience working with shelters, my fur kids absolutely adored her! We had such a great time during our photoshoot and I look forward to capturing many more life moments with Sarah."

  • A couple dancing on a sandy beach during sunset, with tall grasses and trees in the background.

    "Sarah is an absolutely amazing photographer! She made us feel so comfortable and at ease for my boyfriend’s first photoshoot. She chose the perfect location and time of day for some truly amazing photos! We are already planning our next shoot with her and can’t wait!"