Cynthia did an amazing job photographing our family for my mother's 70th birthday! She knew exactly…read morewhen the lighting and wind would be the best for the portraits to be taken. She had gorgeous scene props and ensured every detail was reviewed before taking the pictures. The pictures turned out beautiful and we ended up purchasing the entire package for a great price since none of us could pick just a few that we wanted. Thank you so much Cynthia! We highly recommend her service!

Here's the deal: Brittany is a true professional!…read more We wanted to take family photos while on vacation in Myrtle Beach and thankfully stumbled across Brittany. She met us at the State Park and very professionally took control and directed our family of 9 of what to do. I was dreading this photo shoot, but because of Brittany, she made it efficient and effective. Very pleasant to deal with. She was excellent with our young children and she was creative in her shots. We are excited to see our proofs. We would highly recommend anyone to use Brittany as their photographer.

I was disappointed due to lack of editing. I understand photographers can't work miracles, but…read moreBrittany could have easily edited my 2 year olds hair. It was a windy day during our Easter mini session and his hair blew up in the back. I emailed her and she never replied. I know she is busy with many other sessions. BUT, my photos deserved just as much attention as her other clients.

Doug with Photographers in Myrtle Beach was incredibly helpful and responsive when scheduling our…read moresession. He answered all of our questions and went above and beyond to make sure we felt fully prepared. The day before our photos, our photographer, Simon, reached out and was very communicative. Since rain was expected on the day of our session, he made sure we had a backup plan in place. Our original session was scheduled for Saturday, but due to the weather, we rescheduled for Sunday. Simon also texted to let us know what he would be wearing so we could easily find him on the beach, which was such a thoughtful touch. He and his partner were absolutely amazing. They made sure we were comfortable with all of the poses and asked if there were any specific shots we wanted to capture. We received our photos incredibly quickly, and Simon made sure we were completely satisfied with the final images. We had a wonderful experience and will definitely use Photographers in Myrtle Beach again for future photo sessions!

My boyfriend and I recently did a baby announcement photoshoot with Tara on the beach. The pictures…read moreturned out FANTASTIC! She had a lot of props and ideas to contribute as well as all the ideas I wanted to do. She took her time and used different cameras for different shots. She's a real professional and knows exactly what she's doing! We plan on using her for our maternity shoot, baby's first pictures, and hopefully engagement and wedding pictures as well one day. She will forever be my go to photographer! Thank you so much Tara :)

10/10 highly recommend Katie. She has a fine tuned craft that is second nature to her. Patience,…read moregrace, & grit with an eye for photography that can't be taught. High quality photography with the ability to capture the moments of your personalized session. We always look forward to booking our vacation family photos with her each year. Also, make sure you check around Oak Island & surrounding areas where you can locate her artwork.

Joe Carr is exceptionally talented, both in the finer techniques of photography and in his…read moreinterpersonal skills. I highly recommend Joe Carr photography, let me tell you why. Upon arriving at his studio, I was personally welcomed into a very clean and professional space. The walls are lined with his previous work, setting at ease any potential question of his ability. As he walked me through his previous projects I could tell that each one had a story, that this wasn't just a job for him but rather, a lifelong craft in which he was deeply invested. Joe made the actual process of taking the pictures fun. He knows exactly how to get the best shot and has clear instructions, delivered kindly, to position you how he needs. He also periodically provides a tablet for you to review the process to ensure he is on the right path based on what you need. Finally, he is a fantastic editor and provides a clean and highly professional product. If you are within a few hours of Myrtle Beach, Joe Carr Photography is the absolute best option.

What a freakin' weird business model. Weird, but genius…read more In case you haven't heard of it, a Selfie WRLD, essentially, is a large room filled with tiny, colorful sets designed for photography. These sets are all separate from one another by a slender wall (with different themes) and solely designed for coming in and taking selfies (solo, with friends, with family, whatever). I could wax poetic about how neat this is for our society (how many activities ENCOURAGE you to bond over the experience of trying to curate the perfect memory via photograph???? Most activities actively shame you for it!). But instead, let's just talk about it: THINGS TO KNOW: -You are your own photographer. I have no idea about their stance on bringing your own, hired photographer if that's your jam. I can tell you that my "pro" DSLR camera with lenses was entirely allowed with zero issues. So you don't have to use just a cell phone. -You are charged "by the hour". You can take as many photos as you want and use as many of the "sets" as you want within the hour. Just be nice, and recognize you have to share with anyone else who's there. -The location lets you borrow (no charge) your own ring light, your own cell phone tripod stand, and your own Bluetooth cell phone remote to pair with your phone. (The tripod stands are SO sturdy and heavy! With a fully customizable arm for unique angling.) -Selfie WRLD is located in the Coastal Grand Mall. It does have its own entrance outside of the mall, so if you want to wear something extravagant, you don't have to look like a weirdo walking through the mall. -Some of my favorite sets included: a "boss" gold/black room, a black room with different-colored LED lights, a white, color-splatter room with two swings, a "Love Your Selfie" on the wall in front of a small trampoline, and a green, jungle-like set-up in greens for "welcome to the jungle" neon lights. -For fun/tourism purposes, there are also a couple "Myrtle Beach" backdrops for memorializing your trip. -I did not see any changing room; I'm unsure if outfit changes are allowed/encouraged, but you'd probably have to use the mall bathroom. -There are cleansing wipes and trash cans scattered around different sets to wipe down props or seating. -Sets definitely seem designed for the square format of Instagram, but you can crop/zoom as needed. You'll definitely run into the ceiling if you attempt to shoot portrait fully zoomed out. TIPS: -This is a place you'll want to intentionally come to when it's as empty as possible. As you have to share access to the sets with any other customers (including kids who may not understand "stay in your own area), having as few other customers as possible is a bonus. -A notable number (more than 4 sets) had a seated weight limit of 250 pounds (off the top of my head, the swings, the futon, and a few others). These signs are clearly posted. I wouldn't trust the trampoline to have a high weight limit either; it was pretty flimsy looking. Sad that the weight limits exist, but glad they're being upfront and not chancing safety issues. There are tons of other things you can enjoy if you're over those weights. -Don't be afraid to play with different angles. The sets aren't (honestly) huge, but you can move your camera to a 90-degree angle or get some close-ups. Try leaning your cell up against the base of the tripod to get a "looking up" angle too. -Don't forget about video either. While the Bluetooth remote they provide acts kinda funky about video, it does appear to stop it; you just need to start it with your finger. So that gives you a lot of freedom - especially with the trampoline. -The in-set props can really add to the experience. Don't be afraid to play with them (and put them back where you found them) and/or clean them with the provided wipes. They can really add a lot to your shots. In short, I love the hell out of this place. After 8 years of vacations as a group of friends together, this is the first time we've had a ton of group shots with everyone in them; no one needed to hold the phone.

Selfie WRLD at Coastal Grande Mall in Myrtle Beach is a great place to go for cool and unique…read moreselfie and photo opportunities. I really like the location and concept of everything that they have available here. Good experience every time I have been here.

A beautiful wedding day at White Oaks! The day was beautiful as these two said their "I do's" at…read morethe Arches waterfront ceremony site.

1. **Venue's Contract Violations**: The venue's actions seemed inconsistent with the contract's…read morestated hours. The venue requested that the wedding party vacate the premises by 11:00 PM, but the contract allowed access until midnight. This is a key issue, especially given that transportation was not readily available for all guests. 2. **Mismanagement and Lack of Support**: The bride, groom, and other guests had to deal with logistical issues, including not having rides home and being pressured to leave before they could arrange alternative transportation. The wedding planner's questioning of the bride and the mother of the bride about the alcohol and the fridge also seems like an unnecessary conflict, especially when there was already confusion regarding the venue's policies. 3. **Unprofessional Behavior**: The venue's owners and staff made contradictory statements about their policies, such as allowing dogs in the venue despite initially saying they weren't permitted due to allergies. Furthermore, there was an apparent lack of support or assistance in resolving problems that arose, such as retrieving forgotten items for the groom or filling necessary items like champagne and roses for the ceremony. 4. **Failure to Meet Expectations**: Several services promised by the venue and planner were not delivered as agreed, including music playlists, gifts being locked up, and key items like goblets and champagne being properly prepared. The catering also seemed to fall short, as there were complaints about the service and setup. I would have given 5 stars if this didn't happen to me being the groom and my wedding night... especially when I PAID for a lot of this event.