We've all heard the expression "a picture is worth a thousand words". And photos really are a special way to help tell the story of our lives - who we are and what's important to us.
And, of course, some images speak to us more strongly than others. More often than not we love a photo not so much because it shows us how we look but because it captures a very human element that is hard to express in words – an authentic connection with those we love or with ourselves and how we show up or want to be seen in the world.
Whether you're looking to capture someone's attention with a professional headshot or want to commemorate the beautiful connection with your partner or family, I can help.
My name is Adam Chandler, and as a professional photographer in Daniel Island, SC. I truly find joy and fulfillment in the work I do. I love the adventure of photography and I continually immerse myself in learning and exploring how to improve my craft which includes learning new ways to connect with and capture my subjects. I truly understand that, for many people (if not most), even the idea of having your picture taken can cause a good bit of discomfort and anxiety. That's why I place so much importance on putting my subjects at ease while also really listening to any concerns or wants they have for their session.
I draw upon my technical knowledge of photography, my ability to connect with people, and my creativity to produce beautifully memorable photos for my clients. I believe that my unique creative vision and many years of experience combined with the way I strive to give my clients the most enjoyable experience possible sets me apart from some of the other great photographers in Daniel Island.
The importance of family is hard to overstate. From children to grandparents to nieces and nephews, families and the family dynamic can grow and change before you know it, with many beautiful milestones taking place along the way.
I think that one of the best ways to remember some of these important moments of togetherness is with a fun family photo session.
I absolutely love photographing families and, while no two families are the same, I always strive to give each session my all in order to best connect with and capture the uniqueness of each family. Even though each session is somewhat different, I approach each one with the same goal: to capture the distinct personality, affection, and energy of each family in order to provide authentic, engaging pictures and a joyful experience.
Whether you have a toddler that you want to celebrate or have grandparents in town for a visit, Daniel Island is an amazing city for family photography. There are so many locations in the Lowcountry that make for great family photography backdrops:
Historical Sites - The Battery/Whitepoint Gardens, Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Boone Hall, Fort Sumter, Middleton Place, Morris Island Lighthouse Whatever location you choose for family photography in Daniel Island, the Holy City is a wonderful place to explore and enjoy with friends and family.
As a family photographer in Daniel Island, one of the reasons why I love working with families so much (in addition to getting to meet some really awesome people) is the opportunity to combine my creativity with my ever-evolving technical skill. I also gladly accommodate the style preferences my clients are looking for - be it more traditional, posed images, or candid, playful pictures.
I use a clear yet relaxed style of direction to get you and your family engaged in our photography session, to help get authentic expressions that really show the unique dynamic and relationships of each family.
Here are just a few reasons why families choose Adam Chandler Photography for their family portraits:
A great headshot shows you at your best - whether you want to impress a prospective employer or need professional photography for your website. In today's digitally-intensive society, having a professional headshot or portrait of you or your team that stands out for all the right reasons is becoming a necessity. It's no surprise, then, that headshots and portraits are among the most popular genres of photography.
Headshots can be tricky, mostly because many (if not most) people don't like being in front of the camera (trust me, I totally get that). I know that for some clients, it can be hard to know what to do, what to wear or how to relax enough to let their authentic selves come through so that they can end up with a professional photo or headshot that inspires authenticity and confidence.
Fortunately, I have years of experience taking professional headshots of all types of people. No matter what your comfort level is with having your picture taken, I pride myself on being able to create the conditions necessary to help capture my clients as you want to be seen. Through lighting, posing and direct yet relaxed interaction I'll help guide you to great photos that you’ll be proud to showcase and share with others.
A professional headshot or portrait is an investment into your personal brand, and here is why:
Being a great photographer means more than owning fancy equipment. While having expensive gear can be quite helpful, the real test of a professional, for me, has a lot more to do with being able to draw upon my deep understanding of the craft of photography so that I can focus more on connecting with and beautifully capturing my subjects without getting bogged down in figuring out the technical side of things. It's taken me many years to get where I am and I'm always striving to improve in order to continue to deliver the best pictures and most enjoyable experience possible for my clients.
Clients choose Adam Chandler Photography because my experience shows and they trust me to always give them the results and experience that they're looking for. Here are just a few qualities that my clients appreciate:
"As I hope you can tell by looking at my work, I really love my job. And most of all I love the people I get to meet and work with. I'd be honored and delighted to be chosen for your photography needs."
Adam ChandlerOne of my favorite things to do is to talk to clients about what they're looking for and how I can serve them. If you are in need of professional photography, let's talk today about what you have in mind. Whether you're looking for family or couples' photography in Daniel Island or want great new headshots for you or your team, I'm here to help every step of the way!
As forecasters predict another active Atlantic hurricane season, the American Red Cross of South Carolina is seeking new volunteers to respond to a growing number of climate-driven disasters. This year’s heightened hurricane outlook is part of a years-long trend of more frequent and intense climate disasters, such as hurricanes, wildfires, severe storms and floods.Just in 2021, South Carolina Red Cross volunteers responded to nearly 1,600 disasters within the state, assisting 5,600 people. Additionally, The Red Cross of South Ca...
As forecasters predict another active Atlantic hurricane season, the American Red Cross of South Carolina is seeking new volunteers to respond to a growing number of climate-driven disasters. This year’s heightened hurricane outlook is part of a years-long trend of more frequent and intense climate disasters, such as hurricanes, wildfires, severe storms and floods.
Just in 2021, South Carolina Red Cross volunteers responded to nearly 1,600 disasters within the state, assisting 5,600 people. Additionally, The Red Cross of South Carolina responded to calls to support neighbors in need across the country following multiple large-scale disasters, including mid-west and southern tornadoes, Hurricanes Ida and Henri, and the western wildfires. During the 2021 disaster season, the South Carolina Red Cross Region deployed more than 125 disaster workers, several of them multiple times, to provide comfort and relief to countless families impacted from coast to coast.
“Volunteers are at the heart of our mission, representing 90% of our workforce and responding on a near-constant basis to provide safe shelter, food, and comfort after disasters across the country,” said Rod Tolbert, Chief Executive Officer for the American Red Cross of South Carolina. “As this relentless pace of severe crises continues, we need more volunteers to grow our capacity and help ensure families never face these emergencies alone.”
Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to help provide relief and hope to people affected by disasters. There most-needed positions include:
National Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 1-7, 2022, and the American Red Cross reminders people the best time to prepare for a hurricane is before one threatens your home and family.
PREPARE YOUR FAMILY NOW With the increasing risk of climate disasters, it’s more important than ever to follow the three simple steps below to help keep your family safe. Download the free Red Cross Emergency app for more safety information, including real-time weather alerts and disaster shelter locations, by searching “American Red Cross” in your app store or visiting redcross.org/apps.
These are the issues coming before various City of Charleston boards and committees and the application results specific to Daniel Island and the Cainhoy area. All meetings are open for public comment except the Technical Review Committee (TRC) meetings. For more information, contacts for specific projects and on location and time of the meetings or to learn more, visit charleston-sc.gov/AgendaCenter/.City of Charleston Technical Review Committee (TRC) Results from May 12:A 1.6 acres site plan for the Cainhoy Del Webb Sales Cen...
These are the issues coming before various City of Charleston boards and committees and the application results specific to Daniel Island and the Cainhoy area. All meetings are open for public comment except the Technical Review Committee (TRC) meetings. For more information, contacts for specific projects and on location and time of the meetings or to learn more, visit charleston-sc.gov/AgendaCenter/.
City of Charleston Technical Review Committee (TRC) Results from May 12:
A 1.6 acres site plan for the Cainhoy Del Webb Sales Center at Clements Ferry Road and Cainhoy Road, was asked to be revised and resubmitted to TRC.
City of Charleston Technical Review Committee Upcoming May 19:
A site plan (first review) for Woodfield Daniel Island III, a new 175-unit multifamily development on 6 acres located at 225 Benefitfocus Way. Plans indicate it will be located at the corner of Daniel Island Drive and Fairchild Street.
City of Charleston Technical Review Committee May 26:
A site plan (second review) for Governor’s Cay – The Point Amenity, an amenity with pool, bathrooms, pavilion to serve the existing townhome community on 8 acres located at 808 Kings Oak Court, Cainhoy.
A preliminary subdivision plat (third review) for major subdivision Cainhoy Del Webb Phase 1, for a 164 single family residential development on 160 acres located at Clements Ferry Road and Cainhoy Road.
Road construction plans (third review) for major subdivision Cainhoy Del Webb Phase 1, for a 164 single family residential development on 160 acres located at Clements Ferry Road and Cainhoy Road.
City of Charleston Board of Zoning Appeals – Site Design (BZA-SD) — The most recent meeting was held on May 4 with no issues of impact to Daniel Island or Cainhoy discussed. The next meeting date is to be determined.
City of Charleston Board of Zoning Appeals – Zoning (BZA-Z) — Results of the meeting held on May 17 concerning a variance to allow an 8-foot fence along the rear property line at 107 Royal Assembly Dr. in Beresford Hall were not available at press time. An agenda for the next meeting is not available.
City of Charleston Design Review Board (DRB) — The most recent meeting was held on May 16 with no issues of impact to Daniel Island or Cainhoy discussed. An agenda for the next meeting is not available.
City of Charleston Planning Commission (PC) — The most recent meeting was held on May 18 with no issues of impact to Daniel Island or Cainhoy to be discussed.
City of Charleston Board of Architectural Review (BAR) — The most recent meeting was held on April 26 with no issues of impact to Daniel Island or Cainhoy discussed. An agenda for the next meeting is not available.
City of Charleston Council typically meets the second and fourth Tues. of each month, 5 p.m., City Hall, 80 Broad Street, Charleston, SC and/or virtually via Conference Call #1-929-205-6099; Access Code: 912 096 416. Exceptions: Summer Schedule - 3rd Tues. of June, July, and August; December meetings on the 1st and 3rd Tues. Dates and locations subject to change.
Berkeley Co. Council meets fourth Mon. of each month, 6 p.m., Berkeley County Admin. Blg., 1003 Hwy 52, Moncks Corner.
Berkeley Co. Bd. of Education meets twice each month. Executive Committee meets at 5:30 p.m.; meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.
Lora Goolsby named 2021 Global Realtor of the YearThe Charleston Trident Association of Realtors (CTAR) recognized Lora Goolsby, a realtor with Carolina One Real Estate, as the 2021 Global Realtor of the Year. The honor bestowed upon Goolsby at the Realtor of Distinction Luncheon on March 29, was in recognition of her service as president of CTAR’s first Global Business Chapter in 2019. Goolsby also traveled to Panama, South America, with the Global Trade Mission in 2019 where a Memorandum of Understanding was s...
Lora Goolsby named 2021 Global Realtor of the Year
The Charleston Trident Association of Realtors (CTAR) recognized Lora Goolsby, a realtor with Carolina One Real Estate, as the 2021 Global Realtor of the Year. The honor bestowed upon Goolsby at the Realtor of Distinction Luncheon on March 29, was in recognition of her service as president of CTAR’s first Global Business Chapter in 2019. Goolsby also traveled to Panama, South America, with the Global Trade Mission in 2019 where a Memorandum of Understanding was signed with Panama’s Real Estate Association.
A native of Augusta, Georgia, Goolsby graduated from the University of Georgia with a bachelor’s degree in speech communications. Prior to leaving Atlanta and moving to Charleston, Goolsby was employed by industry leaders Prudential Property and Casualty Insurance and MetLife.
In Mount Pleasant, after a stretch as a stay-at-home mom, Goolsby affiliated with Palmetto Christian Academy and in 2013 became a realtor with the Mount Pleasant Longpoint Road office of Carolina One Real Estate. She regularly works on Daniel Island.
In addition to her volunteer work with CTAR, Lora Goolsby earned numerous, national, and professional realtor designations; was honored multiple times by CTAR as a Realtor of Distinction: and achieved Silver, Gold, and Platinum Circle of Excellence with Carolina One Real Estate.
Married for 31 years with two grown children, Goolsby is a resolute Top Producing realtor who spends her leisure hours cooking, reading, and kayaking.
Building to Building Update – 115 Fairchild st.
April’s featured building in the Building to Building column was 115 Fairchild St.
Also operating out of that building is Kimley-Horn, a full service engineering, planning, and design consulting firm.
When asked to identify the most important thing they wanted to share about their business, they explained, “At Kimley-Horn, one of the nation’s premier planning and design consultants, our 5,500+ professionals are specialists in many disciplines yet share one passion: making our clients successful. We combine creative solutions, a sense of urgency, and a focus on the bottom line to meet our client’s needs.”
As far as what they like about doing business on Daniel Island, they said, “The people and the community. Daniel Island is a special place. We have enjoyed working with the City of Charleston to implement safety and operational improvements throughout the island.
Being located here on Daniel Island allows us to have insight into the community others do not have.”
Kimley-Horn point of contact is Jonathan Guy, 843-737-6368, Jonathan.guy@kimley-horn.com.
Berkeley County hires full-time DUI prosecutor
Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis announced the hiring of a full-time DUI prosecutor through a grant program. Attorney Tyler Jenkins will fill the position, which was funded through a South Carolina Department of Public Safety grant and does not require a local match.
This position is fully funded through the awarded grant.
Jenkins was previously an assistant solicitor for the 9th Judicial Circuit. He has experience with prosecuting various crimes, including drug crimes, firearm offenses, violent crimes, white-collar crimes, property crimes and domestic violence. Jenkins has also assisted
Jenkins is a Moncks Corner native, having graduated from Berkeley High School. After high school he attended the University of South Carolina and obtained a bachelor’s degree in economics.
Jenkins then went on to study at the Charleston School of Law and received a Juris Doctor degree.
Sitting still while watercoloring, 5-year-old Adele quietly sings, “This little heart of mine, I’m gonna let it shine. Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine,” and fades beautifully like the blue sky into water she paints on the paper.Then, Adele spills the tiny recycled jar of water all over her rainbow. “Oh no,” she exclaimed and pulled the paper quickly off of the park’s picnic table and watched the colors mix together.“It’s OK,” she discovers and holds up for others to...
Sitting still while watercoloring, 5-year-old Adele quietly sings, “This little heart of mine, I’m gonna let it shine. Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine,” and fades beautifully like the blue sky into water she paints on the paper.
Then, Adele spills the tiny recycled jar of water all over her rainbow. “Oh no,” she exclaimed and pulled the paper quickly off of the park’s picnic table and watched the colors mix together.
“It’s OK,” she discovers and holds up for others to see. Her new friend Emily agrees, “It’s a cool mistake.”
Jiana Wankel, a recent college marine science graduate, leans over to look but she doesn’t add to the conversation. Her support is her silence. She’s quiet and learned through her good teachers in the past to just let kids start conversations and discover what they want to create. She’s the one who conceived the idea for “Art in the Park” back in March.
As a nanny to several families on Daniel Island, Wankel made wise observations about children and adults: We don’t sit quietly in boredom very well anymore. In her soothing voice, it’s not a judgmental statement, it’s a resounding fact that rings true in our society of smartphones.
“Downtime doesn’t have to mean screen time,” Wankel shared, along with her personal sketchbook, as the reason she started this program. “Lately, I’ve loved the confidence I’ve gained by trusting my creativity. I wanted to facilitate an outdoor activity for children to feel inspired, confident and proud of ideas and interests.”
For a few months now, Wankel has furnished art supplies every Tuesday (weather permitting) from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Etiwan Park for kids 5 and up to come play: at the park and on the paper.
It’s a perfect drop-off time for busy parents who need to wrap up work and start dinner and it’s the perfect wind-down time for young minds. If they want to sit and paint or draw or create, there are plenty of supplies. If they want to run around and expend energy in between creative bursts, that’s OK too.
“I am here for any help they need,” Wankel said.
But as far as ideas for what to paint? “I want them to just go for it,” Wankel added.
Parents slide up beside their kids and start drawing, they drop them off late or pick them up early. Wankel has a very relaxed outlook about the whole experience and it translates to paper. The kids are relaxed and creating under a shady tree as a few rising third-graders add to the table.
“We love art,” one exclaimed and started confidently on a beach scene with her friend as the south side of the table started experimenting with Pollock-like splatters for sky patterns.
“I love how the kids play off each other,” Wankel shared with the remaining moms in an encouraging way, “It’s a subconscious way of supporting each other.”
At the end of the hour, some left with a single masterpiece and others left with a stack of creations. Parents came back from a grocery run or a quick errand. Wankel started to pack up her supplies of watercolors, brushes, pencils and papers from the artist supply shop.
“I want them to know what real artist colors look like and what professional paper feels like,” Wankel had explained earlier. As Emily collected her creations, she shared the happy accident from the watercolor experiment. “I spilled water on my art but then I just poured it off and it was so beautiful.”
That’s what happens when a young woman cares enough to create a new program in the park. Beautiful minds grow creative optimism!
Follow Wankel’s Facebook group called “Art in the Park” to learn more about these pop-ups or discover how your child can join a four-week class this summer which includes a personal supply of artist-grade items to keep downtime creative at home.
Heather MacQueen Jones is a Daniel Island artist journaling life’s journey through oil painting. Watch time-lapse videos on Instagram @heARTpalette, on Facebook or MacQueenJones.com.
A new marina is in the works on Clouter Creek near Daniel Island in southern Berkeley County.Thomas Island Marina will consist of 110 slips along with parking near the southern terminus of Clements Ferry Road, according to site plans.The proposed development will include a 74-space parking area, restroom facility and picnic pavilion as well as a boardwalk across the marsh to the marina.The 1.5-acre parcel is a highland tract on the southern edge of a 16.5-acre parcel owned by a firm called Cloute...
A new marina is in the works on Clouter Creek near Daniel Island in southern Berkeley County.
Thomas Island Marina will consist of 110 slips along with parking near the southern terminus of Clements Ferry Road, according to site plans.
The proposed development will include a 74-space parking area, restroom facility and picnic pavilion as well as a boardwalk across the marsh to the marina.
The 1.5-acre parcel is a highland tract on the southern edge of a 16.5-acre parcel owned by a firm called Clouter Creek Reserve LLC of Charleston.
The city of Charleston must approve the proposal for the site, south of Interstate 526.
A Mount Pleasant real estate investment firm that recently bought a set of office buildings on Shem Creek for nearly $7 million is now the owner of three industrial properties in Summerville after paying $8.1 million.
WRS Inc. Real Estate Investments bought the three sites totaling nearly 56,000 square feet off Varnfield Drive on April 18. The seller was Summerville Industrial Partners LLC.
The deal gives WRS a 25,000-square-foot facility at 215-A&B Varnfield Drive, a 20,803-square-foot building at 114-A&B Trigard Lane and the 9,840-square-foot property at 220 Varnfield Drive.
Pat Marr, development principal with WRS, represented his firm in the purchases off North Main Street, west of Azalea Square Shopping Center.
It’s the company’s latest industrial real estate investment in the Summerville market. In January, WRS paid $13.3 million in two separate transaction to acquire seven industrial and flex-space buildings with a combined 91,000 square feet off U.S. Highway 78 south of Flowertown. One of the sellers was Summerville Industrial Partners.
Earlier this month, WRS paid $6.825 million for twin office buildings at 410 Mill St. beside Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant, four years after the property changed hands for $3.5 million, according to Charleston County land records.
A Charleston-based real estate investment firm recently sold three storage facilities across the Southeast for $48.5 million.
Adams Property Group announced April 21 it sold Monster Self Storage sites on Grand Oaks Boulevard in Charleston as well as sites in Savannah, Ga., and Winston-Salem, N.C., to New York-based Life Storage.
The seller said in a prepared statement the self-storage industry has been rapidly growing in recent years and it wanted to take advantage of “the heated market” for the best return to its investors.
All three properties will be rebranded as Life Storage.
Adams Property Group manages a portfolio of more than 1.9 million square feet of self-storage in 22 properties, including Monster and Your Storage Units, across South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia and Florida.
The company also owns nearly 1 million square feet of retail and flex space in the Carolinas and Georgia. Those properties include grocery-anchored retail, non-anchored retail and flex industrial facilities in business parks.
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