Business Details
14 Years
experience
Professional Portrait Photography in El Dorado Hills
Charm Photography has been dedicated to capturing life's most meaningful moments since 2012. Our team of skilled photographers specializes in creating emotionally resonant portraits that celebrate family bonds, personal milestones, and artistic expression. With expertise in both studio and on-location photography, we offer tailored sessions for families, seniors, professionals, and special events. Our commitment to technical excellence and creative storytelling ensures each client receives artwork that authentically reflects their unique story.Through personalized consultations and meticulous attention to detail, we transform ordinary moments into timeless visual heirlooms. Our facility in El Dorado Hills provides a welcoming environment for clients to explore their creative vision while benefiting from professional-grade equipment and expert guidance.
Services
Family Portraits
Senior Photography
Professional Headshots
Film Production
Photography Workshops
Santa Experience
Image Branding
Maternity Sessions
Dance Photography
Real Estate Video
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized portrait sessions tailored to individual client needs
- Our team includes Emmy award-winning film production specialists
- We provide both studio and on-location photography options
- We specialize in creating emotionally resonant family heirloom artwork
- Our photographers maintain professional-grade equipment and facilities
Services
Family Portraits
Custom family photography sessions designed to capture emotional connections and create lasting artwork. Our photographers use professional lighting and composition techniques to create images that convey love and unity. Sessions available in studio or on location, with multiple outfit changes and professional retouching options.
Senior Portraits
Personalized senior photography sessions that highlight individual style and personality. Our experienced photographers guide subjects through poses and styling to create images that celebrate academic achievements. Sessions include professional editing and multiple outfit options to showcase different aspects of the graduate's personality.
Film Production
Full-service film production including short films, interviews, and multi-camera live-switched productions. Our Emmy award-winning team utilizes professional-grade equipment and creative storytelling techniques. Services include pre-production planning, on-set execution, and post-production editing to create high-impact visual content for businesses and personal projects.
Photography Workshops
Hands-on photography and video editing workshops for all skill levels. Our SmackDab Studio offers courses in DaVinci Resolve editing, camera phone video techniques, and content creation strategies. Classes include professional instruction, equipment access, and practical experience to develop technical and creative skills.
Santa Experience
Interactive holiday photo sessions featuring Santa Claus with personalized activities. Includes milk and cookies, North Pole calls, and special gifts for children. Professional photography captures authentic moments during this hour-long experience designed to create lasting holiday memories and artwork for families.
People
Charlene Taylor
Lead Photographer
Award-winning photographer specializing in family portraiture and emotional storytelling. With over a decade of experience, Charlene creates sessions that capture authentic connections through thoughtful composition and lighting techniques.
Doug Stanley
Film Producer
Emmy award-winning filmmaker leading video production services. Doug brings expertise in multi-camera production and storytelling techniques to create high-impact visual content for businesses and personal projects through SmackDab Studio.
Questions
What types of photography sessions do you offer?
We offer family portraits, senior photography, professional headshots, maternity sessions, dance photography, and special event sessions including our annual Santa Experience.
How long does a typical portrait session last?
Session durations range from 20 minutes for mini sessions to 4-5 hours for specialty sessions like our Women's Beauty Experience.
Do you provide video production services?
Yes, our SmackDab Studio division offers film production services including short films, interviews, and multi-camera live-switched productions.
Are digital files included with portrait sessions?
Digital files are available for purchase separately starting at $125 for retouched low-res images.
What is your cancellation policy?
We recommend contacting us at least 24 hours in advance to reschedule portrait sessions to avoid potential fees.
Reviews (2)
Traci Thompson
Oct 19, 2021
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I worked with Charlene on self portrait photograohy and it was a great experience with outstanding results! Charlene made the experience relaxing and fun and the photos turned out great!
Jaleh Naasz
Sep 05, 2021
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Charlene has captured some of our best family memories over the last few years. From her involvement and support of our local community with Halloween and Santa photos, fashion photoshoot fun during CSD camps, her adaptive and creative porch photography during the pandemic and the very fun holiday photos in the studio. I'd highly recommend Charm photography.
