Matt Parker Photography

Exceptional 5.0(211)
In high demand
  • 311 hires
  • Based in Charleston, SC
  • 15 years in business
  • 1 employee
  • Background checked

About Matt Parker Photography

My name is Matt Parker and I am a professional photographer based in Charleston, South Carolina. I was born and raised in England. I have a passion for photography, and growing up on the Cornish coastline, it was impossible not to pursue my hobby in such a beautiful environment. ​ I studied for further training at college, followed by an honors degree in photojournalism and art photography at university. ​ Post university, I started my own business as a professional wedding photographer in England. I became a member of the Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers, and the British Professional Photographers Association. ​ I moved to South Carolina in 2019 and am happy to call Charleston home. It is the perfect city to get married, offering so many beautiful locations and venues. ​ I approach wedding photography like photojournalism; Capturing the moments and memories as they happen as discreetly as possible. I like to use natural light whenever available and produce timeless images that you will cherish forever. I can shoot fine art, modern, traditional and any other style you request. With over 8 years experience as a professional photographer, I am confident you have come to the right place. Through establishing and maintaining excellent relationships with clients, I am committed to providing an outstanding service and providing images I know you will love. I also do surprise proposal photography, engagement shoots, bridal shoots, portraits, headshots, commercial and event photography and am a licensed drone operator so can shoot aerials commercially.

Reviews

Thumbtack customerApr 2026

Amazing work. Showed up earlier than scheduled time. Pictures turned out great.

Thumbtack customerFeb 2026

Matt was great! Responded to messages quick and made sure to be communicative when the time came for me to ask the big question! He was very friendly and helpful with the poses, everything went perfectly and I couldn't recommend a better photographer for the job. The turn around for the photos was very quick which was even better because we were able to share the moment with our family and friends the same night making the day even better and the quality of the photos were just amazing as well❤️

Tammy M.Sep 2025

So glad we chose Matt for my son's engagement photos! He did an outstanding job, the photoshoot was perfect. He really captured the beauty of the surrounding while focusing on the happiness of the couple. He was easy to work with. Perfect memories for an amazing value! Best part was have the ediited photos back in 24 hours to share with friends & family! Thank you Matt!!

Jacob F.Aug 2025

Matt was absolutely fantastic. A local that knows the best spots for color, pop, and shine. He waited outside our hotel and followed us until the big question was popped. The biggest thing was that I initially had the wrong date, and he managed to switch his personal life up for me to have it on the correct date. Great guy with humor as well. I couldn’t recommend him enough. Thanks again Matt!

Philip M.May 2025

Duri was exactly what I was looking for in a photographer. She helped me plan the surprise engagement location flawlessly and the photos she took were exactly what I had asked for. She was extremely professional and kind every minute we were working together before, during, and after the photoshoot when I had questions. My *now* fiancé are over the moon with the photos we received. This was my first time working with a professional photographer, and I’m so glad I chose Matt Parker and Duri !

Stephanie H.Mar 2025

Matt was quick with his responses and helped us set up a plan for our pictures. He kept in contact with us throughout the process and was easy to work with. He saw our vision right away and did an amazing job of capturing our love and excitement. I love the way the pictures turned out and the turnaround from the photo shoot to the photo delivery was incredible. Thank you for capturing our special moment. Kendall & Jake

Jacob W.Dec 2024

We had Matt take photos of our engagement and he was perfect! Matt was very easy to work with and the photos turned out amazing.

Justin Y.Nov 2024

Can’t recommend Matt enough. He was flexible punctual and creative. Made us very happy . Thanks Matt

Mason S.Jul 2024

Matt helped me every step of the way to plan my surprise proposal at Magnolia Plantation. He was very professional and friendly. We also got the pictures back same day!

Lauren S.Jul 2024

Matt was absolutely fantastic. He did an amazing job with our engagement photos. I HIGHLY recommend him!!

Cory O.Sep 2022

Matt was fantastic! He was perfectly on time, very discrete during the proposal, and did an amazing job capturing the moment. The engagement pictures afterwards came out amazing!

Natalie K.Jul 2022

Matt was super nice to work with! He did an awesome job with our first pictures together as a couple and now engaged couple! I will forever cherish these images!!

Leilani l.Jun 2022

Easily the best experience with a photographer to date! I am so glad that I stumbled across Matt Parker Photography. I can’t say enough about how professional Matt is and the quality of work that he provided during my session! I was so pleased with my session and final photographs which I received within the 24 hour time frame, that I will continue to use him in the future.

Andrea M.May 2022

We hired Matt as our photographer for our intimate wedding ceremony in Hampton Park and he really made the day extra special for us. He was on time, very friendly and attentive, and he shared some suggestions that created some really special moments for us. We met Matt in person for the first time on our wedding day but he made us feel very comfortable and really worked around our awkwardness when it came to staged pictures. The photos came out beautiful and he turned them around in less than a day!! Thank you, Matt!

Lydia e.Apr 2022

Matt did an amazing job, he not only made us feel comfortable but created great shots!! I’ve hired other photographers before but he’s been my favorite. The shoot was so fun and he made it so special for us. Strongly suggest hiring him!

Andrea S.Mar 2022

Very professionally, great work ethic, and nice to work with. I highly recommend Matt as your next photographer.

Taylor B.Mar 2022

Matt did a phenomenal job! I would 10/10 recommend him!

Jordan b.Feb 2022

Everything was excellent! The communication was excellent and the pictures were excellent. I can't wait for the next photo session!

Lindsay G.Apr 2021

MATT IS AN AMAZING PHOTOGRAPHER!! Seriously, he was on time, totally professional, helpful at telling me how to pose for portrait photos, and super quick to respond to all of my Thumbtack messages. Choose Matt as your photographer. I PROMISE you won't regret it!!!!

Shyla J.Dec 2020

We showed Matt several examples of the type of photos we wanted & he did an amazing job and got them to us the next day fully edited! Great work!

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