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Gillian Claire is a wedding photography company operating out of Charleston, South Carolina. The owner, Gillian, is a passionate professional who strives to produce images that are a true reflection of her clients. Specializing in a range of photographic styles, Gillian can leave her clients with a collection of images that will be cherished and kept as a family heirloom for years to come.

Gillian has over a decade of experience in the photography industry. She is a proud member of the International Society of Professional Wedding Photographers and has won several awards through the Wedding Photojournalistic Association. In the past, her work has been noticed and featured in several magazines including The Wedding Row, Carolina Bride, The Carolinas Magazine, and more.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Albums
Canvas
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Film
Natural
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs

Reviews of Gillian Claire

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Tammie Sent on 10/17/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Upbeat Creative Photography

I cannot express enough how flexible and accommodating Gillian was throughout our COVID wedding experience. The little personal touches she adds before, during, and after the wedding experience shows her level of care and investment in your day. Her fun filled personality, positive upbeat energy level, and creativeness definitely shined throughout the day. She captured many special moments and was a pleasure to work with. I look forward to using Gillian for future family events.
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Tammy Sent on 09/10/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful experience

We had a great experience with Gillian Clair photography! She was very professional and very easy to work with!
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Kelsey Sent on 09/01/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photographer!

Gillian was perfect for our wedding day! She was very professional and you can tell she loved being there. The pictures were everything and more! She was also very flexible since we had to move our wedding date due to Covid. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer!
Shane
Shane Sent on 08/29/2020
5 out of 5 rating

She makes taking beautiful photos fun and a breeze!

We enjoyed every second of our time with Gillian! She is so sweet and professional. You can feel our love in every photo and that is everything we wanted and more-photos that last a lifetime.
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Sarah Sent on 07/10/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Simply the Best!

Could not have asked for a better photographer! She was professional yet laid back and calm, but also spunky and energetic! She brought the perfect kind of energy to our wedding day. And let's talk about her photos. Just WOW! They have left us speechless. They are classy and timeless. She was sure to capture photos of everything and every person that was important to us! I would highly recommend Gillian for any of your special occasion photos!
Caitlin
Caitlin Sent on 06/22/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing outstanding

I can’t express how much Gillian did at my wedding. Through the whole wedding planning process she was checking in, making sure I was okay and needed anything. She always let me know that I was a priority and that if I needed her she was there. She went above and beyond. She has a calming, take control way about her. Which helped me immensely because I am a high anxiety person. She was the one that calmed me down on my wedding day. She was the one that got a true REAL smile out of myself, my serious husband and my two tween stepdaughters! All the photos she took are just amazing. She did an outstanding job. I made the best decision hiring her for my wedding. If you hire her you will not be disappointed. She is an amazing photographer and a truly happy GOOD person. Thank you Gillian for everything you did.
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Chelsea Sent on 06/10/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Best photographer ever!

Our wedding and engagement photos were amazing all because of Gillian's talent!! She did an excellent job getting to know my Husband and I before our big day. She understood what type of photography we enjoyed the most and what type of photos we wanted to avoid. She did a fantastic job illustrating the wedding with her own creative vision. Her personality allowed it to be really easy to get along with and be comfortable in front of a camera. Our friends and family continue to rave about our wedding photos! We truly could not have been happier with Gillian as our photographer!!! I strongly recommend Gillian to all future brides!!! By far our best choice when it came to our wedding! I'm so happy we found our lifelong photographer!
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Caroline Sent on 11/10/2017
5 out of 5 rating
When searching for a wedding photographer, we wanted someone who captured the authenticity of each moment. Gillian was hands down the best choice for our wedding. Her use of real film and her eye for lighting and her attention to our own needs and personalities really made the commemoration of our wedding day a breeze. Gillian is so easy to communicate with and so professional. We are thrilled with the finished product and would choose her again and again!
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Sarah Sent on 10/31/2017
5 out of 5 rating
It was a pleasure to work with Gillian! She was very helpful and reassuring prior to the wedding day, speaking with me on the phone several times and meeting with me in person. She captured beautiful shots on our wedding day, both posed and very unique candids that I adore! My husband and I recently received our wedding album which is gorgeous and was very reasonably priced. I can’t recommend Gillian enough if you have any special occasion you want to remember for a lifetime.
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Kathy Sent on 10/22/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Gillian did not disappoint! The bridal portraits of our daughter are stunning and the wedding and reception photos are beautiful and so much fun. Gillian is adorable and wonderful to work with - we loved her! We also loved working with her husband Joe, with Carolina Limousine, who provided our trolley. Thank you Gillian and Joe for helping make our daughter's dreams come true!
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Awards

63
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2014 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2013 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

10 Endorsements
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I've worked with Gillian several times, and each time is a pleasure to watch her work. The way she relates to her clients is so natural, and the photos that come out of each event are always stunning. I would recommend Gillian to my clients without hesitation, and I often do.

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Would highly recommend Gillian Claire Photography for truly unique and special wedding photos. Gillian's passion for photography coupled with her fun and inviting personality draws out the best moments for any bride and groom. If you're looking for a true professional, Gillian Claire Photography is one of our area's best!

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Incredible photographer! Incredible talent! Incredible person! We just can't say enough good things about Gillian and her team. She is always upbeat while capturing breathtaking moments.

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Gillian Claire frequently asked questions

Gillian Claire includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Gillian Claire includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
Gillian Claire offers the following photography styles:
  • Film
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
Gillian Claire offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Gillian Claire offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Gillian Claire is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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