South Carolina
South Carolina is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States. Known for its beautiful beaches, historic landmarks, and charming towns, South Carolina is a popular destination for photographers looking to capture the essence of the American South. From the picturesque streets of Charleston to the stunning landscapes of the Blue Ridge Mountains, there are plenty of photography locations in South Carolina that offer endless opportunities for capturing stunning images.
Photography regions of South Carolina
Photography of South Carolina
This is the top tier of Whitewater Falls in the North Carolina Blue Ridge. If you get there at the right time, you can catch a nice rainbow in the mist below. The remnant of Hurricane Ida has been blowing through here the last few days dumping a horrendous amount of rain as it goes... this picture would look quite different today, no doubt.
The town Gaffney is the decided peach capitol of South Carolina, and they want to make sure everyone knows it. Anyone who travels I-85 between Charlotte, North Carolina and Atlanta, Georgia is quite familiar with this sight... the one million gallon water tower that was constructed in 1981 to resemble a peach. It is called the Peachoid, though it also goes by other names such as "Mister Peach, and most notably, due to this somewhat obscene angle, "The Moon over Gaffney" (as seen in the image below). For those of you who are unaware, the "Moon" in that particular name isn't descriptive of Earth's moon, but rather an irreverent salute by baring one's rear end to the public, such as Mister Peach is doing here.
Though I've stopped many times in Gaffney for some of the sweetest peaches I've ever laid lips to, I've never taken the time for a decent shot of the Peachoid, though I had wanted to since the first time I had seen it... I can now check it off my "to do" list. There's more reason to stop here than just peaches, however... the northernmost entrance to the Cherokee Foothills National Scenic Highway that leads to some of the most beautiful places throughout the Palmetto State is also located here.
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Last week I got up early and went out to catch a sunrise at Lake Moultrie in South Carolina. The skies were pretty clear, but the wind was blowing...
Folly Beach Pier at Dawn - Charleston SC
Every time I visit Charleston SC I try to make it down to Folly Beach at least once. One of the main...
Charleston SC Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge at Sunset
The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge in Charleston SC was completed in 2005 and replaced the old Cooper...
When I arrived at Lake Moultrie, it looked like the clouds and fog would spoil the trip. Just before sunrise the clouds opened up at low elevations,...
A peaceful scene captured in the early evening at the Magnolia Plantation. Great time meeting new people @ the Create Photography Retreat. At least...
Cypress Trees capture my attention like no other. Growing in the water, often in places where they are never on dry land. The trees at Lake Moultrie...
Spring in the Old South - Charleston SC Spring Flowers Scenic Landscape South Carolina
You just gotta love the spring flowers in full bloom at...
Lighthouse Inlet Heritage Preserve Folly Beach Charleston County, Lowcountry South Carolina
With every trip I take there is always an idea (or...
I can't get enough of the Cypress Trees on Lake Moultrie. Defying the odds, surviving in the water, flourishing in the water...and then there is one...
The brightly lit diamond shaped towers and the sparkles of the lights on the Arthur Ravenel Jr Bridge reflect on the Cooper River. This is a landmark...
This is "Angel Oak", a Southern Live Oak tree on Johns Island, South Carolina near Charleston. Its age has been estimated at 400+ years but some...
This is one of the most distinct and beautiful fountains i have seen in my entire life. Located in Waterfront Park on the banks of Cooper River,...
I have a fascination with these southern Live Oaks. I have a fascination for trees in general, but these are among my absolute favorites. It's one of...
Folly Beach Lone Tree Overcast Morning Charleston County, Lowcountry South Carolina Accessed via West Ashley Avenue Date taken: March 25, 2014 ...
After rethinking about Magnolia Planation visit, decided to pay a quick visit to Drayton Hall instead, knowing the beautiful landscape and historic...
Sunset on Lake Moultrie in South Carolina. I used the Smooth Reflections App combined with 8 stops of Formatt Hitech Firecrest ND filters to combine...
Trying something a little different here. Most of the time a landscape picture stands on its own. But sometimes a little context is required to give...
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The beginning of an early Spring Sunset and Cypress trees at Lake Moultrie. I just can't get enough of them. Their ability to live standing in...
Spring Sunshine at Magnolia Plantation & Gardens Charleston County, Lowcountry South Carolina Accessed via Ashley River Road SC-61 Date taken: March...
Botany Bay - Edisto Island - ACE Basin - South Carolina
This was a very memorable trip! Apart from a thousand mosquito bites, everything else went...
Letting Go - Folly Beach SC Ocean Seascape Charleston South Carolina Scenic Landscape
Sunrise at the Folly Beach Pier made for a great start to the...
Two dead trees from Boneyard Beach (Botany Bay Plantation) on Edisto Island, South Carolina.
This is a single 40 second exposure just around...
Second day of trip to South Carolina started with this awesome pier at Folly beach situated 10 mi from Charleston. With best surfing spots, nice...
Folly Beach Pier at Sunrise - Charleston South Carolina Seascape
Early morning golden light on the Folly Beach Pier just after sunrise in Folly...
Sunset at Folly Beach County Park Charleston County, Lowcountry South Carolina Accessed via West Ashley Avenue Date taken: March 23, 2014
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Charleston SC Spring Azalea Bloom
The spring azalea bloom in Charleston South Carolina. SC has some beautiful scenery and sights, but not many of...
Morris Island Lighthouse at Folly Beach Charleston County, Lowcountry South Carolina Accessed via East Ashley Avenue Date taken: March 24, 2014 ...
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As the light from the setting sun starts to fade, the subtle colors reflect on the incoming water as it rushes onshore. There is something special...
As the clouds started to break up, the textures created in the sky were better, and there was more movement. These Cypress trees hold my attention...
Armored Coastline at Folly Beach South Carolina Charleston County, Lowcountry South Carolina Accessed via East Ashley Boulevard Date taken: March 25...
Lowcountry Lane - Deep South Charleston South Carolina Edisto Island Scenic Landscape
I had a blast with a great group of folks at this year's...
Botany Bay Boneyard Beach Tree Reflections Charleston County, Lowcountry South Carolina Accessed via Botany Bay Road (dirt) Date taken: March 20,...
Charleston SC Spring Azalea Flowers - A Servant's Grace
Spring in Charleston, South Carolina is always an amazing experience, the air thick with the...
After driving for almost 15 hours from NYC, i arrived at Botany Bay on time for Sunset. After taking a turn on to a unpaved road from SC 174, canopy...
Folly Beach Edwin S. Taylor Fishing Pier Charleston County, Lowcountry South Carolina Accessed via Folly Road Date taken: March 18, 2013 Visit me...
The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Cooper River Bridge Charleston County, Lowcountry South Carolina Accessed via U.S. Highway Seventeen (17) Date taken: March 18...
Roots and Wings - Charleston SC Angel Oak Tree South Carolina Landscape
The ancient Angel Oak Tree on John's Island near Charleston, South Carolina....
I think i have spent more time exploring the right place to photograph this bridge than actual time spent photographing it. It is extremely difficult...
Angel Oak Tree, the must see if you are around Charleston area. The park opens at 9am Mon-Sat, and 1pm on Sun. Johns Island, South Carolina
The Pineapple Fountain at Charleston's Waterfront Park Charleston County, Lowcountry South Carolina Accessed via East Bay & Vendue Range Date taken: ...
The "Boneyard" at Edisto Island, delivering everything one could hope for from a place named the boneyard. This is part of the Botany Bay Plantation,...
Edwin S. Taylor Folly Beach Pier & Oceanfront Development Charleston County, Lowcountry South Carolina Accessed via SC-171 (Center Street) Date...
Folly Beach Charleston SC - Pull
Angry Atlantic ocean on Folly Beach near Charleston SC. I recently led a landscape photography workshop in...
The Road Home - Edisto Island South Carolina Dirt Road Landscape Charleston SC
Morning light under the canopy of live oak trees along Botany Bay...
Sun Rays, Mountains, and Lake Jocassee Pickens County, Upcountry South Carolina Accessed via Horsepasture Road (gravel) Date taken: April 18, 2013 ...
Convergence - Charleston SC Folly Beach Seascape Photography
The first image from my recent trip to Charleston South Carolina to lead my annual...
Thanks to all Phoide contributors to South Carolina!
Most notably Michael Kight and George Kurzik.