Charleston, SC-BASED
BRAND PHOTOGRAPHER

Image of Charleston, SC commercial photographer , photographed by Catherine Hurt Photography

Believer, dog mom, tea enthusiast, and book worm #teamedward 

Meet Your Charleston Commercial Photographer

Hey y'all!

Hi, I’m Catherine, but you can call me Catie! I help commercial and personal brands plan, style, and create purposeful photos that actually reflect who they are. Brand photography kind of found me back in 2017, and I’ve been hooked ever since.

I love making the process stress-free and fun, so you can focus on running your business while I handle the visuals. Building real connections with my clients is one of the best parts of what I do.

When I’m not behind the camera, I’m probably curled up with a good book, planning my next trip to Universal Orlando, tending to my garden, or eating sushi on the couch watching Impractical Jokers with my Golden, Toulouse, and my cat, Gus. I believe the best ideas happen when life is full outside of work too.

Jurassic Park at Universal Orlando, one of Catherine Hurt's favorite places to visit.
my favorite things:
Charleston commercial photographer Catherine Hurt sitting with her golden retriever Toulouse.
Catherine Hurt with her family celebrating her sister's wedding at The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina.
Open book representing Catherine Hurt's love of reading and lifelong learning.
Sushi, one of Catherine Hurt's favorite foods, especially in Charleston, SC
Charleston brand photographer Catherine Hurt gardening with her golden retriever Toulouse.
Image of ocean waves along the Charleston, South Carolina coastline. Photographed by Catherine Hurt Photography

From fitness campaigns and product photography to retail, hospitality, and lifestyle brands, here's a peek at a few of my favorite projects.

Retail lifestyle photography inside the Vuori store in Charleston, South Carolina.
Commercial fitness photography featuring an athlete at Crunch Fitness.
Lifestyle product photography of RAW beverage by Charleston brand photographer Catherine Hurt.

Commercial Photography Portfolio

Want photos that actually feel like your brand? Here’s how we make it happen.

Behind-the-scenes photo of Charleston commercial photographer Catherine Hurt during a fitness brand photography session.
Charleston brand photographer Catherine Hurt dancing during a commercial fitness photography shoot.
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Why Brands Choose to Work With Me

Personality hire? Possibly. 😉 But I also genuinely care for every single client I work with. Every business is different, which means every shoot should be too. I don't believe in one-size-fits-all shot lists or cookie-cutter sessions. Instead, I take the time to understand your brand, your audience, and how your images will actually be used.

Whether you need fresh product photography, lifestyle content, personal branding images, or a full commercial campaign, my goal is to create photos that feel authentic and continue working for your business long after shoot day.

My goal is to make the entire experience feel easy, organized, and, dare I say...fun! Before your shoot, we'll plan everything from locations and outfits to shot lists and how you'll use your images afterward. On shoot day, I'll guide you every step of the way so you never have to wonder what to do with your hands (because honestly, everyone worries about that). You'll walk away with a gallery full of intentional images you can confidently use across your business.

What can I expect during a brand photography session?

Absolutely! Product photography is one of my favorite ways to help brands stand out. Whether you need clean product images, lifestyle product photography, or content that tells the story behind your brand, I'll create images that feel natural, eye-catching, and ready for everything from your website to social media, email marketing, and advertising campaigns.

Do you offer product photography?

I work with commercial and personal brands of all sizes, but I especially love partnering with businesses in the health and wellness, fitness, food and beverage, hospitality, lifestyle, and outdoor industries. Whether you're launching a new product, refreshing your website, or creating content for social media, we'll create a gallery that feels true to your brand and gives you plenty of content to work with.

What types of businesses do you work with?

Not at all! While I'm based in Charleston, South Carolina, I travel for brand photography projects throughout the Southeast and across the country. Whether you're a local business or a national brand planning your next campaign, I'm always happy to pack my camera bag and hit the road.

Do you only photograph brands in Charleston?

As much as I love Photoshop, I usually reserve that for products and scenes! I don’t believe in completely altering your face and body; your clients will love you just the way you are!

Will you do any Photoshop work to my face and body for any pictures of me?

At this time, I only offer half or full day shoots, but occasionally I will offer mini sessions for brands that may fit your needs better! Follow along on my Instagram or join my email list to be the first one to know when those are being scheduled!

What if I just need a few photos for my social media page?

Head over to the contact page to fill out the form to the best of your ability! From there we will schedule a complimentary consultation call to discuss your needs and vision for your brand photos. From there, I will send you a custom proposal based on what you need for your brand and we can get things started!

How do I get started with the process?

If you aren’t comfortable taking photos in your own home or office, we can find a beautiful rental that will fit all of your needs! 

My home and office are a wreck! Do you know any locations we can take photos at instead?

Frequently Asked Questions
Charleston brand photographer Catherine Hurt walking along the beach with her Canon camera.

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