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25 Spring Bucket List Ideas + Spring Outfit Photography

25 Spring Bucket List Ideas + Spring Outfit Photography

Apr 23, 20192 min read

Wellness Photography with Erika Lundy | Fall & Spring Sessions | Philadelphia, PA

Wellness Photography with Erika Lundy | Fall & Spring Sessions | Philadelphia, PA

Apr 19, 20191 min read

Spiritual Entrepreneur Session with Tia Johnson | Louie Louie | Philadelphia, PA

Spiritual Entrepreneur Session with Tia Johnson | Louie Louie | Philadelphia, PA

Apr 12, 20191 min read

Telling Her Story with Mackenzie | Old City, Philadelphia, PA

Telling Her Story with Mackenzie | Old City, Philadelphia, PA

Apr 7, 20192 min read

Feeling Refreshed on April 1st

Feeling Refreshed on April 1st

Apr 1, 20192 min read

With Love & Gratitude

With Love & Gratitude

Dec 3, 20182 min read

SHE Event with Alex Wynter | Louie Louie | Philadelphia, PA

SHE Event with Alex Wynter | Louie Louie | Philadelphia, PA

Nov 11, 20181 min read

Health & Fitness Pro Branding Session | Charlotte, NC

Health & Fitness Pro Branding Session | Charlotte, NC

Nov 5, 20181 min read

Fashion Blogger Session | Fairmount Area | Philadelphia, PA

Fashion Blogger Session | Fairmount Area | Philadelphia, PA

Nov 1, 20181 min read

Health & Fitness Transformation Session | Charlotte, NC

Health & Fitness Transformation Session | Charlotte, NC

Oct 26, 20182 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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