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Stephanie Selby Photography is a premier portrait studio located in Mount Pleasant, offering a luxury boutique experience for modern families and professionals. Our studio is known for its personalized approach, expert styling, and elevated imagery that captures each client’s unique story. Whether you're booking headshots, branding photos, senior portraits, or family sessions, every detail is thoughtfully curated to reflect your vision. With an award-winning team and a commitment to exceptional service, we ensure your photoshoot is seamless and memorable.
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About Us
Stephanie Selby
CEO & Lead Photographer
Stephanie Selby is the founder, CEO, and lead photographer, bringing over six years of experience capturing individuals, families, and brands throughout Charleston. She’s known for her warm presence, editorial eye, and ability to create high-end imagery that feels both elevated and deeply personal. Whether photographing a beachside family session or a polished branding shoot, Stephanie blends luxury service with genuine connection. Her mission is to help every client feel seen, confident, and celebrated—creating work that’s not just beautiful, but meaningful.
Heather Sumner
Studio Manager
Heather Sumner is the heart behind the scenes at Stephanie Selby Photography, ensuring every client experience runs smoothly from start to finish. With a background in psychology and a passion for people, she’s often the first warm, welcoming voice clients hear. From discovery calls to full styling consultations, Heather helps each person feel confident, prepared, and excited for their session. Her organization, creativity, and genuine care make her an invaluable part of the team and every client’s journey.
Casey Gorgone
Associate Photographer
Casey is our talented associate photographer. She specialises in lifestyle photography for seniors, families, and professionals in the Charleston area. Her sessions are relaxed, candid, and connection-focused—designed to help clients feel at ease and authentically themselves. Whether she’s shooting at the beach, in a quiet park, or in the comfort of your home, Casey brings warmth, creativity, and a thoughtful eye to every session. We’re so lucky to have her on our team!
Desi Baker
Hair & Makeup Artist
Desi Baker is the beauty expert on the team, specializing in hair and makeup artistry. She brings a fresh, on-trend perspective to every session, blending technical skill with a genuine passion for helping clients feel confident. Known for her ability to enhance natural features and tailor each look to the vision of the shoot, Desi creates styles that photograph beautifully. With her creative eye, she ensures every client steps in front of the camera looking their absolute best.
Jill Scannella
Studio Assistant & Hair & Makeup Artist
Jill Scannella is a vital part of the team, serving as both a talented hair and makeup artist and a dedicated studio assistant. She combines creative artistry with a calm, uplifting presence that helps clients feel confident and at ease. Known for her ability to create polished, flattering looks, Jill ensures every client is camera-ready. Beyond the beauty chair, she supports the entire studio experience with a genuine love for making each session seamless.
Full-service photoshoot planning and post-session image selection support.
What Makes Stephanie Selby Studios Luxury
Access to our exclusive studio, fully equipped with curated sets and styling props.
On-location options at Charleston's most scenic parks, beaches, and historic areas.
Fully guided photoshoots from posing and lighting to confidence-building direction.
Master photo retouching that creates emotionally rich, magazine-worthy images.
Heirloom-quality prints and handcrafted albums, sourced from the finest materials.
In-home wall art consultations for custom design and seamless installation.
Premium financing options to make luxury accessible without compromise.
Our Mount Pleasant studio is thoughtfully designed to create a seamless, stylish, and elevated photoshoot experience. With curated sets, elegant props, and both natural and studio lighting, the space is fully equipped to bring your vision to life. A fully stocked client closet and on-site professional hair and makeup allow you to relax while we handle every detail. From soft backdrops to statement furniture, every element is chosen to complement your personal style.
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- 6+ Years Experience
- Portrait Masters Bronze Award Winner
- 165+ 5-Star Reviews
- Personalized Luxury Photoshoot Experiences
- Offering Full & Mini Photoshoot Sessions
- On-Site Professional Hair & Make Up Services
- Voted Best Photography Studio Mount Pleasant
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Why Choose Us
Below are common inquiries. Don’t see your question? Simply fill out our contact form, and our team will get back to you within 24 hours. We'll answer all your questions and guide you through the photoshoot process, ensuring you feel confident that we’re the perfect studio for you!
Frequently Asked Questions
- The process is simply divided into two parts: a session fee and customizable photo packages and products. The session fee is required upfront to secure your appointment. Then, during your exclusive ordering session, you'll have the opportunity to select the photo package that best captures your needs, along with any additional products that catch your eye.
- Yes of course! We provide a private ordering appointment, available in person or via Zoom, where we’ll review your photos together and help you select your favorites. You only purchase the images you love! From there the photos you selected will go through a master retouching process so you receive magazine worthy images. The final gallery will be sent online once completed.
- Absolutely, master retouching is included with every session. We can expertly remove scars, acne, blemishes, stretch marks—anything you'd like perfected in your photos yet still leaving them feeling and looking as natural as possible.
- Absolutely! We take the stress out of photoshoot preparation. Our skilled hair and makeup artist, with over a decade of experience, will ensure you look stunning. You can have a consultation with her beforehand to nail down your desired style. The best part? She’s on-site, so there’s no need to travel between locations. Just arrive excited for your photoshoot, and we’ll make sure you look your best!
- Of course! We're here to assist you every step of the way, ensuring the entire photoshoot process is fun and enjoyable. Every photoshoot includes a private wardrobe consultation where we help you select the most stunning outfits to capture your unique style perfectly.
- Our client closet is a treasure trove of stylish options available for your shoot. We have something beautiful for every shape, size, and style, including stunning blazers and accessories to complement your outfits or add a touch of personality to your photos.
- Yes, yes, and yes! Our team is expertly trained to position you in the most flattering ways, ensuring you look your best. We'll guide you every step of the way, so you can relax and let your personality shine throughout the shoot.
- Our studio is conveniently located in Mount Pleasant, just outside Charleston, SC. However, we also offer on-location shoots and can come to your home, hotel, outdoor spots like the beach or the beautiful roads of Charleston, cafes, or any location of your choice.
- We specialize in creating gorgeous wall art, handcrafted albums, museum-grade prints, and heirloom keepsake boxes. All of our products are of the highest quality and handcrafted in Greece. Choose from heirloom quality matted prints, heirloom keepsake boxes, albums, and wall art.
