Ellis Creek Photography

Real Estate &
Rental Photography

Professional listing photography and vacation rental media for Charleston, SC properties—delivered in 24–48 hours, ready for the MLS, Airbnb, and every platform in between.

Every listing, every rental—photographed to perform.

In today’s market, buyers and guests make decisions before they ever set foot in a property. First impressions happen online, and they happen fast. Ellis Creek Photography brings the same precision and craft to listing photography that we apply to architectural and commercial work—because every property deserves images that do it justice.

We serve Charleston-area realtors and vacation rental owners with a full range of media services: professional photography, aerial drone, twilight sessions, cinematic video, Matterport 3D tours, and floor plans—all coordinated in a single visit.

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Listing photography or vacation rental—we cover both.

Both services deliver the same professional quality—but the approach is tailored to each context. Select the service that matches how your property will be marketed.

Listing Photography

For realtors selling residential property. We photograph each home to highlight its character and quality—editing to a clean, light, and accurate presentation that removes distraction without erasing what makes the home distinctive. Delivered within 24–48 hours.

  • Interior & exterior photography
  • Aerial drone photography
  • Twilight & golden hour sessions
  • CineFlow cinematic video
  • Matterport & Zillow 3D tours
  • Floor plans & virtual staging
Standard residential license — images are licensed for MLS listing and realtor marketing for the duration of the listing.
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Vacation Rental Photography

For Airbnb hosts, VRBO owners, and short-term rental property managers. We photograph rental properties to showcase their amenities and unique character—the details that inspire bookings. Priced to reflect the extended multi-platform licensing that vacation rental use requires.

  • Interior & exterior photography
  • Aerial drone photography
  • Twilight & golden hour sessions
  • CineFlow cinematic video
  • Matterport 3D virtual tours
  • Floor plans & virtual staging
Extended commercial license — images may be used simultaneously on Airbnb, VRBO, HomeAway, HomeToGo, and other booking platforms for the full term of rental operations.
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Everything your listing needs, in one visit.

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Photography

Interior and exterior stills shot in available light with HDR blending. Edited to be accurate, polished, and true to the space—ready for the MLS and beyond.

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Aerial Drone

FAA-licensed drone photography for lot context, neighborhood setting, and exterior curb appeal. Available as a standalone booking or included in select packages.

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Twilight

Golden hour and twilight exterior photography that makes listings stand apart. Scheduled as an add-on to the main session or booked standalone at select properties.

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CineFlow Video

Cinematic listing video produced at the same session as your stills. Polished, purposeful, and ready for social, the MLS, and listing presentations. Learn more ›

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Matterport 3D

Immersive virtual tours that let buyers and guests explore the full property remotely. Reduces unnecessary showings and builds buyer and renter confidence before the visit.

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Floor Plans

Clean digital floor plans that add clarity to any listing. Especially valuable for out-of-market buyers and vacation guests navigating an unfamiliar layout.

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Virtual Twilight

Exterior images digitally composited to a dusk sky—a cost-effective alternative when scheduling a golden-hour session isn’t possible.

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Virtual Staging

Digitally furnished rooms for vacant properties. Helps buyers visualize the space without the cost and lead time of physical staging.

Simple booking, professional results.

01
Book Online

Select your package and add-ons, then choose your date. Everything is confirmed in one booking—no back-and-forth required. Same-day turnaround requests accepted on availability.

02
We Arrive

Your photographer arrives on schedule, prepared for everything on the session plan. Photography, drone, Matterport, and video can all be completed in a single coordinated visit.

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Images Delivered

Professionally edited images are delivered within 24–48 hours via an online gallery. Download in full resolution, share directly, or forward to your MLS input coordinator.

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Go Live

Your images are ready for the MLS, Zillow, Realtor.com, Airbnb, VRBO—wherever your listing lives. All files delivered optimized for both web and print.

Let’s make your listing stand out.

Order online in minutes—select your package, pick your date, and we handle the rest. Serving Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Kiawah Island, and the surrounding Lowcountry.

Questions? Call (843) 732-6111  •  josh@elliscreekphotography.com

Charleston Real Estate Photographer — Serving Charleston, Mount Pleasant, Isle of Palms, Kiawah Island, Sullivan’s Island, and the surrounding Lowcountry.

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Residential Real Estate

Real Estate Photography Services

  • Professional Consultation

  • Interior and Exterior Photography

  • Aerial (drone) Photography

  • Twilight/ Sunset Photography

  • Real Estate Video

  • Vacation Rental Photography


How It Works

We know how important a first impression can be. We also know that you aren’t a seasoned professional architectural photographer or you wouldn’t be reading this. That’s why we bring our years of experience to bear on every shoot. We know how to capture the essence of a space within the limits of 2 dimensions. Our consultative approach to real estate photography mean we bring added value to each listing. From lighting to seasonally adjusted shoot times we will help you plan the shoot day.


Our Process

  1. Feel free to give us a call. We are here to help you choose the services that best fit your property and target market.

  2. Upon booking, we review the details and scout the property using available imagery and resources.

  3. We will send out appointment reminders and are happy to answer any questions you have to help you and your seller prepare for the shoot.

  4. On shoot day we will begin with a walkthrough to plan compositions and lighting for our time on site. We welcome as much or as little involvement as you and your sellers prefer.

  5. Once back in our office, we will manually composite each composition into a finished image. We review all editing in-house to provide consistent quality- every time.

  6. We deliver your images in a password protected account created for you. We use a service called Capture that provides stunning galleries as well as multiple downloading and sharing options.


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Luxury Real Estate Video Sample

Sample Luxury Real Estate Video

Real Estate

Ellis Creek Photography stands apart because we don’t simply provide a visual record of a house. We create an emotional connection between potential buyers and listings by putting the home’s true character on display. Every one of our Charleston real estate photos, videos, and aerial photos is carefully engineered to bring the property to life. The beauty of Charleston lies within its incredible residences. We believe it is our job as a Charleston architectural photography firm to reveal that beauty through the highest quality images.

Charleston Real Estate Photographer

We know that real results are measured in closings.  Our experience in residential, commercial, and industrial real estate photography produces fast closings and happy clients. A look at our portfolio provides a glimpse of the knowledge, creativity, and skill that our Charleston real estate photographer brings to every project. We have the resources to make your real estate listing look just as great as the ones you see on our website, from an experienced eye for setting up each shot to the use of advanced editing software to turn every photo into a stunning representation of the home’s character.

Charleston Architectural Photographer

As a premiere Charleston architectural photography firm, Ellis Creek Photography identifies important aesthetic details and finds ideal angles to feature a property at its best. Whether you are an interior designer needing to showcase your work or an architect ready to show off your latest project, Ellis Creek Photography is here to help. We use aerial drones to give potential buyers a unique look at your entire property, making spectacular aerial photos and video easier and more affordable to obtain than ever before.

Charleston Real Estate Videos and Other Services

In addition to traditional still photos of your property, Ellis Creek Photography offers videography and aerial photography services. A video tour of your real estate listing is a great way to give interested parties a more in-depth look before they ever see the home in person. Charleston real estate videos, skillfully produced with the use of drones and other advanced equipment, add a striking touch to your listing that is sure to attract attention.

Choose a Charleston real estate photographer that understands not only how to create a great shot every time, but also how to tell the story of your home in pictures. We are ready to get to work on your project—email or call us today to set up an appointment and obtain a quote.