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Photos by

Miranda Raines

Charleston based photographer

Photos by Miranda Raines

Charleston Photographer for Couples, Family Portraits, Branding, Weddings, & More

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I believe photography captures the important moments in life. It captures the details we often overlook, simply because we're too swept up in it all or too accustomed to fully notice. Photography also tells a story, and I want to tell yours.


 

Recent Work

 

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Couple holding hands walking barefoot along ocean shoreline, woman in blue maxi dress, man in white shirt and khaki pants.
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A young couple sits together on a sandy beach, the woman in a white top and jeans leaning back into her partner's embrace.
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A happy couple embracing and sharing a romantic moment outdoors on a sandy beach with tall grass in the background.
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Couple running hand-in-hand barefoot along the beach beside a wooden pier with ocean waves.
Smiling couple holding hands on beach, woman in blue maxi dress and man in white shirt walking along the shoreline.
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Couple posing together near a beach pier, man in navy shirt and woman in blue dress embracing.
Romantic couple sitting outdoors, touching foreheads and embracing, wearing white tops and jeans near beach dunes.
Couple holding hands walking in ocean waves near a pier, woman in flowing blue maxi dress, maternity beach photo session.
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A smiling couple wading in ocean waves near a wooden pier, woman in blue dress, man in dark shirt and khaki shorts.
Romantic couple embracing and smiling on a sunny beach beside a rustic wooden pier with ocean waves.
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Happy couple holding hands and walking along a scenic park pathway beside a calm green reflecting pool.
A happy couple walks hand in hand through shallow ocean waves near a wooden beach pier.
Close-up of a couple touching foreheads tenderly, woman wearing an engagement ring, sharing a romantic moment.

Testimonials

“Working with Miranda was an absolute dream from start to finish. She is incredibly organized and made the entire process feel seamless. During the session, she brought such a fun, relaxed energy that made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. She also has a great eye for detail and captured moments we didn’t even realize were happening. We’ll cherish these photos forever!”

-Rachel & James

“We booked Miranda for a sunset beach session and we're so glad we did. She had everything planned out so well, from timing the light perfectly to helping us choose outfits that would photograph beautifully against the ocean. Once we got there, she made it so fun and easy, even with the wind and sand! She kept things relaxed while still guiding us so we never felt awkward. The photos are absolutely stunning!”

-Megan & Charles

“Miranda is the easiest person to work with. I was a little nervous going into my shoot, but she made it feel so natural right away. She gave just enough direction without making anything feel stiff, and we ended up laughing most of the time. She’s super organized behind the scenes too, which made booking and planning a breeze. The photos actually feel like me, which is exactly what I wanted.”

-Lindsay

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Let’s Connect

I look forward to hearing from you and helping you create memories that will last a lifetime.