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Clemson University Family mini Sessions On December 9th, 2017, I will be in the upstate at the beautiful Clemson University campus for a Gorgeous Senior Session.  However since I will already be on the campus, I wanted to offer the opportunity to have family portraits on the beautiful campus.  TO BOOK:  purchase below and send an Email: lgillenphotography@gmail.com to request a time slot.  Times available are :  1:15, 2:15, 3:15, and 4:15 DETAILS:  Sessions include 30 minute coverage, 8 digital images and a Facebook cover.  Additional images, prints and canvases will be available for purchase as well as full digital package.  Turnaround time is 1-2 weeks.   

Clemson University Family mini Sessions

On December 9th, 2017, I will be in the upstate at the beautiful Clemson University campus for a Gorgeous Senior Session.  However since I will already be on the campus, I wanted to offer the opportunity to have family portraits on the beautiful campus. 

TO BOOK:  purchase below and send an Email: lgillenphotography@gmail.com to request a time slot.  Times available are :  1:15, 2:15, 3:15, and 4:15

DETAILS:  Sessions include 30 minute coverage, 8 digital images and a Facebook cover.  Additional images, prints and canvases will be available for purchase as well as full digital package.  Turnaround time is 1-2 weeks. 

 

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Please Excuse the Mess! We are Re-Branding for 2017!  For more up to date information during the site construction, please visit our Facebook page linked below. <3
 

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It's back! SUMMER is finally here and so are my beach mini sessions. These sessions have been such a huge hit in the previous years, it was a no brainer to bring them back. Quick, affordable and only available in the Charleston area. Perfect for vacation family photos!! Spread the news, tag your friends & out of state family. To celebrate we're doing something crazy!!! 1. Offering a ONE time only 50% off session to one lucky family. 2. With each referral (booking client must mention your name) you get a $10 credit to use towards your very own purchase (to be used towards digital images, wall art or prints only) Rules: 1. Must follow @gillenphotography 2. Must like this post 3. Must tag 3 friends #summer2018 #gillenphotography #beachminis #beachsessions #beachsession #charlestonsc #mountpleasantsc #isleofpalms #follybeach #portrait_shots #portraitphotography #portraitphotographer #charlestonphotographer
Remember not too long ago, I posted about my sister getting engaged the same day my sweet niece was born? Well, Here are her engagement portraits We met half way and spent some family time in Augusta, GA last month to celebrate. :-) I'm so in love with how happy she is! Makes my heart happy. #ImnotcryingYourecrying Congratulations, again, Amy Smith Gover and Cody Hall! #gillenphotography #portraitphotography #travelingphotographer #portrait_shots #engagementphotos #engagementphotographer #charlestonsc #augustaga #charleston #charlestonphotographer #portaitmood
Remember not too long ago, I posted about my sister getting engaged the same day my sweet niece was born? Well, Here are her engagement portraits We met half way and spent some family time in Augusta, GA last month to celebrate. :-) I'm so in love with how happy she is! Makes my heart happy. #ImnotcryingYourecrying Congratulations, again, Amy Smith Gover and Cody Hall! #gillenphotography #portraitphotography #travelingphotographer #portrait_shots #engagementphotos #engagementphotographer #charlestonsc #augustaga #charleston #charlestonphotographer #portaitmood
Diving back into this beauty. Often times we forget how vital our prayers are also for our business. I thank God for every client and lesson learned along my journey. Next month marks 20 years that I picked up my first camera! 20 years y'all. While only 5 of that have been in a professional aspect, my passion, my heart, my soul exists in creating beautiful art for you all!! I pray that God flourishes my path, flourishes my heart, and exceeds my goals for this year! Bring on year 20!! #gillenphotography #charlestonphotographer #portraitphotographer #thisismypassion

 

 

Photography is a wonderful form of art and I am happy to share my passion for art with all of you.  It is an amazing feeling to capture your life's moments.  If you want beautiful and candid photos to hang on your wall then you have come to the right place.

My sessions are quick, painless and often involve a lot of laughing and getting to know each other.  I treat each client like friends and family.  Welcome to my family!

 

 

 
 

It's your story - I am just here to document it.  I adore getting to know you and your family.  Asking silly questions that make the kids light up (true smiles are the BEST) relaxes the kids - all while getting great shots.  If I had a style, it would be "posed candid"  I may sit you a particular way or have the kids stand in a certain place but after that its all you.  Mostly candid faces, giggles and special moments land in my camera.

Some advice to all my clients and future clients alike... loosen up and have fun with it!  The more relaxed and natural you are the better the photographs turn out. Promise!

"Gillen Photography did an awesome job with our family photos! Laura was fun to work with, and super-patient with my rowdy boys. Most of all, she got some amazing shots!! I'll definitely be a repeat customer, and I recommend her to anyone looking for professional, beautiful photos." - Kate Peake