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Empowering Mothers at the Helm: Images from the Galentines Event at Harbour Club at WestEdge

Empowering Mothers at the Helm: Images from the Galentines Event at Harbour Club at WestEdge

Feb 13, 20241 min read

Capturing the Weekend Mastermind with Anna Konchar in Charleston, SC

Capturing the Weekend Mastermind with Anna Konchar in Charleston, SC

Feb 23, 20232 min read

Nervous About Your Brand Shoot? Here's 7 Tips to SHINE

Sep 7, 20222 min read

Why The Shine Studio got a COMPLETE BRAND MAKEOVER

Aug 24, 20221 min read

What To Look For In A Brand Photographer

Jun 17, 20222 min read

FAQ: "Can you help with a location for our photoshoot?"

FAQ: "Can you help with a location for our photoshoot?"

Feb 17, 20221 min read

FAQ: "I need a specific shot, pose, or close-up of a product..."

FAQ: "I need a specific shot, pose, or close-up of a product..."

Nov 18, 20212 min read

Introducing #ShineStudioTips with Anna Laura

Introducing #ShineStudioTips with Anna Laura

Jul 16, 20211 min read

FAQ: "Where will I change during our shoot?"

FAQ: "Where will I change during our shoot?"

May 13, 20211 min read

How to Prep for Your Brandshoot

How to Prep for Your Brandshoot

May 13, 20212 min read

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to one of the most talented, beautiful, fierce, determined, ambitious, dynamic women I’ve encountered.

@giavannasilva - you are such a force and no doubt this trip around the sun holds so much greatness in store for you! Sending so much love, Gia! 🖤🖤🖤
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY to one of the most talented, beautiful, fierce, determined, ambitious, dynamic women I’ve encountered.

@giavannasilva - you are such a force and no doubt this trip around the sun holds so much greatness in store for you! Sending so much love, Gia! 🖤🖤🖤
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#charlestonbranding #charlestonrealestate #realestatebranding #womeninrealestate #bostonrealestate #bostonbranding #charlestonphotographer #charlestonwomeninbusiness #boldbranding #empoweredbranding #businessphotoshoot #brandingphotography #contentcreation #luxurybranding #realestatephotographer #bostonwomeninbusiness #creativebranding #womeninbusiness #charlestonsc #bostoncreatives #luxuryrealestate #realtorbranding

2024:
✈️ shot in 3 countries + 6 states,
✨ realized a dream by opening @shinestudio.chs in downtown Charleston
🖤 rebranded to Sommer Media (big things are coming 👀)

…and somehow managed toddlerhood with my twin boys, personal & couple reset trips, and (pretty much) avoiding a mental/emotional breakdown 🤪

But for real? None of this was me. It was all Him.

When I finally let go and let God move— wow, does He MOVE. Every door that opened, every incredible client, every wild dream that came to life— it’s all His grace & timing.

This clip is just a glimpse of the thousands of faces and stories I had the honor to capture this year. Since 2018, I’m amazed year after year at what He makes possible.

Here’s to walking into 2025 with faith, gratitude, confidence, and excitement for what’s next. Are you ready? 🖤
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#charlestonbranding #charlestonvideography #charlestonphotographer #charlestoncreatives #charlestonbusinesswomen #womenownedbusiness #charlestoncontentcreator #boldbranding #charlestonbrandphotographer #contentcreation #personalbranding #luxuryphotoshoot #businessphotoshoot #creativebranding #womeninbusiness #charlestonpodcaster #charlestonmarketing #naturallightphotography #brandingphotography #charlestonsc #womenentrepreneurs #creativebusiness #charlestonwomeninbusiness #charlestonvideographer

2024:
✈️ shot in 3 countries + 6 states,
✨ realized a dream by opening @shinestudio.chs in downtown Charleston
🖤 rebranded to Sommer Media (big things are coming 👀)

…and somehow managed toddlerhood with my twin boys, personal & couple reset trips, and (pretty much) avoiding a mental/emotional breakdown 🤪

But for real? None of this was me. It was all Him.

When I finally let go and let God move— wow, does He MOVE. Every door that opened, every incredible client, every wild dream that came to life— it’s all His grace & timing.

This clip is just a glimpse of the thousands of faces and stories I had the honor to capture this year. Since 2018, I’m amazed year after year at what He makes possible.

Here’s to walking into 2025 with faith, gratitude, confidence, and excitement for what’s next. Are you ready? 🖤
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#charlestonbranding #charlestonvideography #charlestonphotographer #charlestoncreatives #charlestonbusinesswomen #womenownedbusiness #charlestoncontentcreator #boldbranding #charlestonbrandphotographer #contentcreation #personalbranding #luxuryphotoshoot #businessphotoshoot #creativebranding #womeninbusiness #charlestonpodcaster #charlestonmarketing #naturallightphotography #brandingphotography #charlestonsc #womenentrepreneurs #creativebusiness #charlestonwomeninbusiness #charlestonvideographer

Gratitude looks different for everyone, but one thing is constant: it grows when we take back our power and show up for ourselves.

@jamie_cone_’s Philly shoot was more than a branding session — it was a celebration of stepping into her strength, confidence, and unapologetic self.

Today, I’m grateful for the chance to capture moments like these — for women who are redefining success and inspiring others along the way.

What’s one thing you’re feeling thankful for today? 🖤 Share below!

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#phillycreatives #phillyphotographer #phillybranding #charlestoncreatives #charlestonphotographer #charlestonbranding #womeninbusiness #brandphotography #personalbranding #2025trends #luxuryphotoshoot #contentcreation #smallbusinessbranding #phillywomeninbusiness #charlestonwomeninbusiness #boldbranding #empoweredbranding #creativebranding #businessphotoshoot #brandingphotography #creativevisuals #womenentrepreneurs #modernbranding #bosswomen

Gratitude looks different for everyone, but one thing is constant: it grows when we take back our power and show up for ourselves.

@jamie_cone_’s Philly shoot was more than a branding session — it was a celebration of stepping into her strength, confidence, and unapologetic self.

Today, I’m grateful for the chance to capture moments like these — for women who are redefining success and inspiring others along the way.

What’s one thing you’re feeling thankful for today? 🖤 Share below!

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#phillycreatives #phillyphotographer #phillybranding #charlestoncreatives #charlestonphotographer #charlestonbranding #womeninbusiness #brandphotography #personalbranding #2025trends #luxuryphotoshoot #contentcreation #smallbusinessbranding #phillywomeninbusiness #charlestonwomeninbusiness #boldbranding #empoweredbranding #creativebranding #businessphotoshoot #brandingphotography #creativevisuals #womenentrepreneurs #modernbranding #bosswomen

There’s an energy behind every women-led business that can’t be ignored. ✨

Sommer Media isn’t just here to snap photos or videos — we’re here to capture what makes your business stand out. It’s the laughter in between takes, the energy you bring, and the story only you can tell.

Women-led businesses have a spark all their own, and I’m here to make sure that shines through— bold, bright, and undeniably you.

📸 shot for @localimageco
📍 @shinestudio.chs

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#charlestonphotographer #womeninbusiness #creativestudio #charlestoncreatives #charlestonbusinesswomen #charlestonbranding #charlestonwomeninbusiness #brandphotographer #entrepreneurlife #womenwhodo #lowcountryphotographer #creativeentrepreneur #womenempoweringwomen #charlestonphotographystudio #photostudiolocation #charlestonpodcasters #charlestoncontentcreators #brandstorytelling #smallbusinesslove #visualstorytelling #womenownedbusiness

There’s an energy behind every women-led business that can’t be ignored. ✨

Sommer Media isn’t just here to snap photos or videos — we’re here to capture what makes your business stand out. It’s the laughter in between takes, the energy you bring, and the story only you can tell.

Women-led businesses have a spark all their own, and I’m here to make sure that shines through— bold, bright, and undeniably you.

📸 shot for @localimageco
📍 @shinestudio.chs

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#charlestonphotographer #womeninbusiness #creativestudio #charlestoncreatives #charlestonbusinesswomen #charlestonbranding #charlestonwomeninbusiness #brandphotographer #entrepreneurlife #womenwhodo #lowcountryphotographer #creativeentrepreneur #womenempoweringwomen #charlestonphotographystudio #photostudiolocation #charlestonpodcasters #charlestoncontentcreators #brandstorytelling #smallbusinesslove #visualstorytelling #womenownedbusiness

Always thrilling to see images being put to work, let alone land the cover!

Check out serial entrepreneur, community leader, & now cover girl @thepowerhousecoach sharing her journey from the sunless industry to women’s leadership & community building in Los Angeles Business Magazine. Keep shining, Sarah!

Cover & article image shot by 📸 @annalaurasommer / @shotbyshinestudio

Always thrilling to see images being put to work, let alone land the cover!

Check out serial entrepreneur, community leader, & now cover girl @thepowerhousecoach sharing her journey from the sunless industry to women’s leadership & community building in Los Angeles Business Magazine. Keep shining, Sarah!

Cover & article image shot by 📸 @annalaurasommer / @shotbyshinestudio

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