The Southern Charm Collection
Charleston, SC
Think coastal sunsets, historic streets, dreamy gardens, Southern charm, beach days, incredible food, outfit changes, and a gallery of senior photos that look like they belong in a magazine. You bring your favorite person, I'll handle the rest!
Charleston, SC | 3 Days + 2 Nights | Limited Availability
Starting at $6400
more than a photoshoot
It's a girl's trip. It's senior year. It's getting dressed up, exploring somewhere new, eating really good food, laughing with your mom, and coming home with photos you'll want to be showing off for years!
your dream senior weekend, just a little further from home!
Rainbow Row
Day one
Folly Beach
day two (morning)
I'On Neighborhood
Day two (evening)
Magnolia Plantation
day three
Why Charleston?
Charleston gives us a little bit of everything. Historic architecture. Cobblestone streets. Spanish moss. Beautiful gardens. The coast. Golden-hour beaches. Colorful houses. Southern charm. And most importantly? It gives us variety. Instead of spending an entire senior session in one location, we can create an entire collection that feels like several completely different shoots.
your experience includes:
$400 (per person) flight allowance* for round-trip for the senior + one parent/guardian
$350 (PER NIGHT) Hotel allowance** accommodations for the senior + one parent/guardian
private transportation throughout the experience
a fully planned itinerary for the experience
3-5 photo sessions over breathtaking locations
multiple looks to capture every side of you
a luxury senior gallery worth showing off for years!
$100 daily dining allowance** per person for meals included in the itinerary
**Travel allowances represent the maximum amount allocated toward eligible travel expenses and are not cash credits or refundable amounts. Unused portions of an allowance do not have a cash value and cannot be applied toward other portions of the experience. Expenses exceeding the included allowance are the responsibility of the client.
worry-free travel Details
Airfare
Your Destination Senior Experience includes a round-trip airfare allowance of up to $400 per traveler. We'll coordinate travel plans and help make sure everyone arrives in Charleston around the same time so we can start the experience together. Airfare exceeding the included allowance is the responsibility of the client. Unused airfare allowance is not refundable or transferable and does not have cash value.
Hotel
You won't have to find your own hotel. I'll handle it. You and your parent will stay at the same selected hotel as the photography experience, chosen based on location, availability, safety, and the overall itinerary. Your package includes accommodations budgeted at up to $350/night. The goal is to keep everyone together and close to the action so we're not spending half the trip driving back and forth.
Transport
Once you arrive in Charleston, I'll handle the transportation. A rental vehicle will be provided for transportation throughout the scheduled Destination Senior Experience. That means no figuring out rideshares between locations and no worrying about getting from the hotel to your session. Fuel and standard parking are included. Think of me as your photographer and personal chauffeur!
Meals
Food is part of the experience, too. Your package includes a $100 daily dining allowance per traveler for meals included in the scheduled itinerary. We'll choose restaurants that fit the itinerary and Charleston experience, while also leaving room for you to experience some of the city's food scene. Personal purchases, snacks, room service, and meals outside the scheduled itinerary are not included.
Who comes?
THE SENIOR + ONE PARENT
This experience is designed for one senior and one parent/guardian. Your parent gets to come along, enjoy Charleston with you, and be part of the experience without having to worry about coordinating the trip themselves.
Important Details
Because this is a destination experience, dates and availability are limited.
A FEW THINGS TO KNOW:
Your dates matter. The experience is scheduled around hotel availability, airfare, location availability, photography regulations, and the overall itinerary.
The itinerary may change. Weather, closures, permits, traffic, or circumstances outside of our control may require us to adjust locations or timing.
Travel allowances are not cash credits. Unused airfare, hotel, or dining allowances are not refundable, transferable, or redeemable for cash.
Additional travel costs are the client's responsibility. If airfare or other eligible travel expenses exceed the included allowance, the difference will be paid by the client.
Hotel selection is handled by M.L. Arthur Photography. The hotel will be selected based on availability, location, itinerary, and the included accommodation budget.
This is a photography experience first. While we'll absolutely have time to explore Charleston, the itinerary is built around creating an incredible senior gallery.
FAQ
How many days is the experience?
The Charleston experience (Southern Charm Collection) is 3 days and 2 nights, with photography taking place throughout the trip.
How long is each photo shoot?
Each photo session will be up to 2 hours!
Do we have to find our own flights/hotel?
Nope. I'll coordinate the travel logistics with you. Your package includes an airfare allowance of up to $400 per traveler, and hotel allowance of up to $350 per night.
I'll select and book the hotel for the experience. We will all stay in the same hotel, to say time!
What if our flight doesn't cost exactly $400/person
The unused portion of the airfare allowance does not become cash or a refund. The allowance is simply the maximum amount included toward your airfare.
You're welcome to choose a more expensive flight, but the amount over the $400 included allowance would be your responsibility.
Can my mom come?
Absolutely. The experience includes one parent/guardian traveling with the senior.
Can I bring more than one parent?
Please inquire before booking. Additional travelers may require additional accommodations and transportation arrangements.
Can my friend come?
Absolutely! If you'd love to share the Destination Senior Experience with your best friend, we would love to have her join you.
Each senior will book their own experience, which includes their individual photography, travel, accommodations, and meals. You'll enjoy the same destination, itinerary, and all the fun of traveling together.
10% discount applied to each experience!
What if it rains?
Charleston weather can be unpredictable! If weather affects a planned location, we'll adjust the itinerary and/or move the session when possible.
How many outfits do I get for photos?
Up to 8 outfits (2 per location) are included. I can help you plan your wardrobe so each location has its own look and your gallery feels cohesive.
