Raves

	These are some of the unsolicited letters we get. We love em so much, we thought we'd share. They are icing on the cake, that's for sure. If you'd like to contact any of these wonderful contributors, email us and we'll put you in contact with them. Oh my, I don't know quite how to tell you and Rod how wonderful, beautiful, gorgeous, exquisite not to mention fun the photos are that you took! As I had told you before when everyone saw the engagement picture that they knew Shauna and Jeff were in love! That came from people that didn't even know Jeff! You have outdone yourselves! All I can tell you is Jack and I watched them while still at their house and we laughed, we cried....a lot and we actually got to see the "event" which we had not had a chance to soak it all in until then. Your photography is unbelievable, your personalities even better, the combination is explosive! I can't thank you enough for capturing the happiest and one of the most important weekend for a Mother and Dad - watching their baby girl marry the man of her dreams! You are truly the best! Thank you for such great memories! With much appreciation, Debbie San Angelo, TX Hi Rod and Tara, I just wanted to tell you the amazing response we have received from our engagement photos! Everyone has said what a great job you guys did at not only the pictures themselves but how you captured "us". I am so happy we are working with you guys and I really look forward to the wedding pictures!!! Talk to you soon, Shauna Charleston, SC -Found these from a website that offered photographer reviews. They were wonderful on our wedding day! They kept things fun and rolling at the same time. They were especially accommodating when we had some extra picture requests from family & friends, and they were more than happy to help! We got our first peek within a week of the wedding, and then the full shot list (1600 pictures!) up within 3. So fantastic I didn't have to wait months and months for them! And, we own the pictures after the wedding, so it'll be nice to have them when I want to make a print down the road! Couldn't have asked for anything more from Rod & Tara! 5 stars Rod and Tara were absolutely the BEST!! They really had fun with us, and it felt like we had a couple of friends there taking pictures! Not only was their work absolutely breathtaking, they were professional when they needed to be and fun when we wanted them to be!! They are both so great at photography, the package we got was impeccable and they allow YOU to own the images once they are done! Not many photographers do this, it's a great way for guest to be able to have pictures of the event without paying an arm and a leg! I would do ANY event with these two. Prices are very reasonable, they are amazing at what they do, and it doesn't take very long to get the gallery up of the Bridals/Engagements Shots or the Wedding! Their packages allow for a lot of choosing whatever you want- Go with Red Shutter Studio and check out their website for examples of their work, you'll be floored! 5 stars Terrific people to work with, very accommodating. Photos and poses were great. They were available any where and at any time. 5 stars I couldn't imagine more beautiful pictures! This couple is amazing and worth 5 times what they charge. They are so professional and fun. We couldn't have asked for more. 5 stars They are so cute and talk about efficient - they have proofs back faster than anyone and for brides that is the icing on the cake. Splendid to work with! 5 stars I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE those shots... Nearly every last one of them made my top favorites hehe!!! I had so much fun with you two as well, and my family so enjoyed seeing them as a slide show. I think the most I got was, "I don't know which ones to pick they're all so great!" So you had mentioned that we get to use ya both for the wedding yay! I can't wait for Ryan to meet you, he was a little worried we might not have fun with our photographers, but I assured him that you two are a blast! Thank you so much, words can't express! After that I finally feel like a bride, five years together and now I can enjoy being the bride! Thank you thank you thank you!! Vanessa Dear Rod and Tara, Our experience working with Red Shutter has been amazing! Words can not describe how beautiful our pictures are, Mike and I had a wonderful time at our October fourth wedding and we want to thank the two of you for capturing every moment. Even the wedding party and guests spoke nothing but great things about you. When I began looking for photographers I knew that I wanted something different with an art flare and I must say you guys have far exceeded my expectations. We are so proud of them and you should be too. Thank you again for making our wedding memories last forever! Sincerely, Keri and Michael Charlotte, NC If I call you, I don't think I could get the words out. I don't think I have to words to accurately tell you what this means to me. You know how nostalgic I am, and these pictures are a gift that will celebrate Curtis and I for many years. Not only are these pictures a gift to us, but to Sierra, Sutton and their children. Just like Sutton's graduation, you captured a big moment in our lives, and there are no words to express our thanks, gratitude and love for you guys. We are blessed to know you, to love you and to share in and be a part of your art, which will be part of my family and our history, as we hope the two of you will be - part of our family for many years to come. Love you, Nicole and Curtis Charleston, SC You two have a gift. I am touched by how much care you put into these photos. You have enriched my life as a parent. Thank you. Charles Summerville, SC Dear Rod and Tara, Thank you so much for all you did to capture our wedding so wonderfully. We've loved being able to relive the day through your photographs, and will for many years to come. We've heard nothing but raves from the friends and family who have seen your work-even those who couldn't be there have said the felt like they were, because everything was captured so beautifully and vividly. Best of all, it was so much fun working with you! We'll be singing your praises! Thank you again. Warmly, Jennifer and John Atlanta, GA - from a wedding website: We loved working with Rod & Tara! Have had our engagment pictures already, wedding is in 6 months. They are wonderful to work with and loved our e-pics! No one I've shown them to has ever seen anything like them! Also, their packages are simple! Two separate packages that are all-inclusive, no picking and choosing, they just include everything, which is so nice not to have to think about the little things! Sarah Charleston, SC Dear Rod and Tara, We cant begin to express our many thanks for helping us create such a memorable wedding weekend! Y'all went above & beyond to make our guests laugh and feel at ease and we will treasure our beautiful photos forever. We are also glad to include you in our "Charleston Friends". Sue and Ryan West Chester, PA Dear Rod and Tara, Thank you for being the best photographers any bride could ever ask for...simply amazing and such a blessing to work with. Thank you for "making" our wedding weekend. Any time you need a referral-call us! Ashley and Tim Wilmington, NC Rod and Tara I cannot say thank you enough for capturing such amazing pictures of my first pregnancy. The entire experience was wonderful. I could not be any happier with the results. Thanks again, I really appreciate it, you have no idea. Danielle Charleston, SC Dear Rod and Tara, Thank you guys for taking the most amazing pictures of our wedding. You guys were able to capture some amazing pictures where you really had a great feeling of what was going on, even if you werent there. You guys are the masters of photography! Joanna and Trevor John's Island Rod and Tara Words cannot express how wonderful the birthing photos are. We absolutely love them. We look forward to sharing them with Jacy as she gets older. What a wonderfule memento they will become for her when she can share them with her children. We look forward to many years of photos with you guys. We love your expertise and consider you guys friends for life!! We shared such an awesome experience with Rod that we feel forever bonded. Angela, Shawn, and Jacy Summerville, SC The work you did for Shawn & Sara engagement and wedding is phenomenal! I am seventy years old, and I have never before seen such outstanding work. You rank at the top of the top! It has been a real pleasure to look at your work. Sandra Bartlesville, OK [ Angela and Shawn were our November 2007 wedding couple. I shot the birth of their daughter at Summerville Medical Center. Wow, what an experience that was! ] Hi Rod and Tara, All we can say is "oh my god". The pictures are awesome!! We got to relive the day by focusing on all the positives of each moment. The moments captured were documented beautifully. : ) Shawn and I both cried tears of joy and surprise as each photo revealed something one or both of us did not get to witness first hand during our experience. We feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to have this special moment chronicled by a person who has such a great fondness for capturing the beauty in ordinary things and likewise has the ability to make the extraordinary even more brilliant and amazing. We will forever cherish our "Jacy's first moments" thanks to you guys. We also continue to look forward to future photo shoots to showcase our Jacy's growing up. We will forever feel a bond now that we have shared such special moments with you. We could not have asked for a better couple to help our love shine. The song Rod chose for Jacy's first photos is so perfect because Shawn and I truly are "the luckiest". Love always, Angela, Shawn, and Jacy Summerville, SC Rod & Tara, We cannot thank you enough for the work you did at our wedding! It was as perfect as anyone could ask for. The photos are amazing but having you there to cover it and share in our experience was the best part. Everyone at our wedding could not say enough about the work you did and that was before anyone saw a single photograph! Gretchen and I wish you the best of luck going forward and will be in contact with you. Thanks again! Take care! Craig & Gretchen Atlanta, GA Dear Rod & your beautiful wife Tara, These photos are simply the most wonderful I have ever seen, including my own wedding photos by an exclusive Boston (MA) photographer! These amazing photos create such a beautiful testimony to the perfect love and joy of Joanna's and Trevor's wedding day! You both are so talented and you each have such a perfect eye for your subjects. Jon and I cannot thank you enough for so beautifully showcasing a day of pure love and celebration. We will treasure these memories forever, thanks to you and your skill at capturing all their special moments. Beyond thanks & appreciation. Patty Boston, MA Hey Rod!! We all had such a PERFECT day yesterday. Thank you for capturing it all. You are incredibly talented, and such a wonderful person! You and Tara are really a great team, and we loved working with you guys. You make us feel so comfortable!! Our entire bridal party and our family couldn't stop talking about how wonderful you guys were. Gretchen Charleston, SC You and Tara are uniquely talented, and incredibly fun to work with. You two have an eye for beauty because of the spirit of love you share and the appreciation for life you both savor. You are artists, jokesters, dorks, and moment catchers. We feel like we hired photographers and got friends. Thanks so much. John Samuel Charleston, SC I just want to say that you two are so wonderful!! We had so much fun with you guys that day. It was great to have photographers with such wonderful personalities and such an upbeat spirit and it was an absolute pleasure having you as a part of my daughter's wedding. Thanks sooooo much!!! Lisa Brunswick, GA Tara, I just wanted to thank you for the beautiful pictures you took of Erica and Bob. I know that I am prejudiced when it comes to my baby girl, but I was in tears when I was looking at these pictures because of how happy and gorgeous my baby girl looks. What an amazing job you did. You captured some moments that are just absolutely awesome. You were able to capture my daughter’s happiness in all of the pictures. I had to share these photos with my co-workers and now they all want you to take pictures of them. Once again thank you for the wonderful pictures. I look forward to seeing you and all of your family again soon. Sandra Fresno, CA You are a professional and perfection and you can quote me anytime ! Just perfection ! Thank you so very much! Basia Knoxville, TN The pictures are beyond incredible. No wonder you came so highly recommended from Emmy! Thank you for your work and for creating memories that will last a lifetime. We are absolutely thrilled with the pictures. You are immensely talented. Upon returning to Virginia, I will send you a hard copy letter with my gratitude. Please use me as a reference, should you need one. Sean Charlottesville, VA Rod and Tara, From day one you were both on the ball and in constant communication with us. You were always available to answer our endless questions and provide valuable advice. We knew from the night we met you, with your warm, outgoing, enthusiastic, and funny personalities that you were the perfect photographers for our wedding. The way you were able to put us at ease and make us laugh really captured our true feelings and personality. This absolutely shows in all the wonderful pictures and their were a TON of great ones! I am so glad that I had the bridal portraits done. This session not only made me feel more comfortable in front of the camera but also in my dress! The wedding album is perfect and we couldn't be happier with it. Everyone was completely impressed by the photography and we have even had people ask about you for their events. Thanks so much for making our day fun and memorable and creating memories that will last forever! Sincerely, Robert and Gabriella Columbia, SC Rod and Tara, Thank you again for everything you both have done for Dustin and I. I can't wait to see the album! I can't tell you how happy I have been looking over all the pictures that were taken of our wedding. It's funny because there just aren't any bad ones. When I was trying to put together the parent albums, it took me forever to decide on which pictures to use!! You both did such a wonderful job and I wanted to thank you again soooo much for capturing our memories so wonderfully as you did!! You guys are awesome and I wish you the best of luck in everything you do!!! Maybe we'll see you in Charleston sometime soon!!! Kari, Beaufort, SC Rod, YOU DA MAN!!!! I just took a break to see your art and I have to say, they are so beautiful, they made me cry here in my office! Those pictures totally captured the essence of the event and your fine eye for capturing "life" is amazing! I cannot tell you enough how totally bowled over I am with the photoshoot in the city a week ago and Jessie's wedding events. I know when she comes back from her honeymoon on Saturday, she will be astounded at your mastery of photography and seizing the prime moments forever in these photos. I would hate to have to pick a favorite...there are way too many. Wish I had another daughter to marry off so we could use your services again. You better believe that my daughter will be one of your strongest references and supporters whenever a new client wants references...heck...I am too. They should just give us a call. Both you and Tara are such excellent people, worked so hard, produced a total superlative product (s) and we could not have been more thrilled and happy that we decided to use Red Shutter Photography. I hope our paths cross again someday. I will never forget your professionalism, great sense of humor and artisty and every time I look at the portraits you did for us, I will remember what a pleasure it was knowing you and thanking the heavens, we chose you to do the wedding. Many many best wishes to you, Tara and your daughter and have a Merry Christmas, Dr. Robert Dufault, Charleston, SC I don’t think words can adequately describe our appreciation of you two and your gifts. God has truly blessed you with a gifted eye of timing, precision, passion, romance, fun, and candor. When one of my family’s matriarchs came up and told me that she had been to many five star Hotels, but never to a ten- star wedding before and gave rave compliments on our photographers, I believe it is safe to say we had the BEST there is!!! Each of you worked with such ease and there were so many times I was hardly aware we had someone outside our family working there. I don’t know how you take so many photos and are never in an awkward place at any time of all the events. Your personalities are so pleasant, and you truly fit in with all the mix of people that were present. Everyone enjoyed meeting you both and having you there. It is very evident that you two can blend with the elite or every day people. THANK you BOTH SO MUCH! Money can’t pay for the wonderful memories you’ve given Kari and Dustin and their families. If I were a billionaire or so, I certainly have to set your children’s trust fund up- they’re bound to be AWESOME! I wish both you and your family a wonderful life in and outside of your work. It is so wonderful to have had you be a part of the most special day of our daughter’s life besides her birth. Butch and I are so thankful your photography was busy making the most of this day for Kari and Dustin. Everyone I speak with is in awe of Kari and Dustin’s pictures on your gallery site. FABULOUS and AMAZING is all I can say. We both are so thankful God led Kari to the two of you. I don’t think Kari purchased a wedding album from you; but we may have to talk and rethink that. Let me know if we have a deadline. I know Hillary is already ordering her some pictures and she can’t wait to use you for whatever event she might be having. I’m sure she’ll spread the word. I wish I lived near Charleston and the area so I could recommend you to everyone around there, but I can promise you word of mouth, cards, or whatever; you’re being shared with others and God will continue to bless you both, your business and your family. Joy, North Carolina -Testimonial I have been a wedding ceremony coordinator in Charleston for 10 years, so Rod & Tara did not actually shoot my wedding. Rod and I spoke last year about weddings after I fell in love with his environmental photography. He attended several of my weddings throughout last summer. Knowing how much I loved his other pictures, I anxiously awaited each Sunday morning following the weddings for his photos from the day before. I have never been disappointed. I told him in one email that getting to see his wedding pictures was like getting to open a present. I knew the brides prior to the wedding, and I feel that he expertly captured their happiness and radiance on their wedding days. He was able to artistically capture the moments of a wedding day that some photographers might miss in trying to get the "right" photos. I hope that makes sense. Everyone expects to see the group photos, and they are wonderful. But to be able to capture feelings as well as "stolen moments", I feel, is a great skill indeed. I find both Rod and Tara very easy going and pleasant to work with. They are very professional, but you will find yourself very much at ease with both of them. There is definitely not a prima donna attitude in either of them; something I have seen in several photographers over the years. It has been my experience that the better photographers get their shots without getting in the way. Some photographers will take over your wedding. You would be amazed how many weddings and receptions have been held up because of photographers. I believe you will find that to not be the case with Tara and Rod. I also believe you will be pleased with their level of professionalism and the high artistic quality of your pictures should you choose to have them photograph your special day. As you can tell, I love weddings and never tire of talking about them! Best of luck to you in your plans for your wedding! Nicole - Charleston, SC The pictures are AMAZING!! I have tears in my eyes they're so beautiful. I can't wait for her to see them. THANK YOU SO MUCH! I am speechless. You are an amazing photographer. Liz - Irmo, SC -Testimonial Rod and Tara are fabulous. Our engagement and wedding pictures are absolutely beautiful. They supplied us with a list of poses to ensure that Rod did not miss any that we really wanted. They were very prompt and even went out of the way to get some rose petals for our honeymoon suite that had been forgotten. The Wedding Book is incredible. Rod did an impeccable job laying it out and the book is just beautiful. It is so much better than a photo album. Thank you so much for our wonderful wedding memories. Paul & Stephanie - Charleston, SC -Testimonial My fiancé and I are getting married in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, but we actually live in North Carolina. This meant that much of the “shopping” we did for wedding photography was online. I think we must have looked at fifty wedding photographer websites. When I saw Rod’s website my attention was instantly captured. There was something unique about the site itself, and we thought the photographs were just beautiful. We felt like he was not just a good photographer, but an artist. When we met Rod and Tara we were invited as guests in their home/studio. We spent time getting to know them as people, got to see Rod’s work, and the album choices. We were very upfront with expressing that we didn’t want a photographer at our wedding who would tell us and our guests when to be happy, excited, etc. He made us feel very confident that he wanted to shoot our wedding as it happens, not as he orchestrated, which so many photographers try to do. We recently had our engagement photos shot, and we are VERY happy with them. The whole shoot lasted about 30 minutes and we were very happy with the results. Rod did a great job of working with us and picking very beautiful locations around the Charleston Battery. We didn't want to be posed; we just wanted to look like ourselves, and Rod definitely achieved that goal. Also, Rod is also just a really funny guy and great to be with, so we laughed and just had a great time taking the photos. My fiancé is not one who loves to take a lot of photographs and he left saying, "Wow that was fun!" We had our photos taken on Sunday, and he quickly posted them on a website for us the next day. I sent the link on to family and friends and they were as ecstatic as we were. Most wrote back within minutes telling me which ones were their favorites. We can’t wait until our wedding and the beautiful photos we will have afterwards. Jeanette and Dwayne, North Carolina -Testimonial We have used Red Shutter Studio on many occasions, the final product is simply amazing. Both Rod and Tara work well together to capture the beauty of the person they photograph. We have used other photographers in the past, nothing compares to Red Shutter Studio! Brian and Rosaria, Myrtle Beach, SC Thank you so much for sharing in our day with us. All of our friends and family are raving about the photographs. Those family members who were unable to join us really appreciated that you gave them more than just wedding pictures, but rather you have put the story of our day and our love for each other into beautiful images. Jerry and I (and everyone else) was so impressed with your professionalism and enthusiasm. I have been in about 8 weddings so I know how some photographers can be. I have to say, you were so enjoyable to work with. We really do hope to keep in touch with you. Sharon and Jerry, Goose Creek, SC Thank you so much for your awesome work. The pictures are fabulous and amazing. We are so delighted with the results. We have gotten so many compliments on the quality of your work as well as how much everyone enjoyed you both throughout the day of the wedding. You are truly talented and wonderful people and we are so lucky to have gotten to work with you. It was funny to learn that we were your first booking b/c we were so nervous about what to do regarding the different aspects of the wedding... photo, dj, etc. Since we are from out of state, we didn't have access to word of mouth recommendations that come from being locals. While Mike and I were impressed with your work, we also had a strong "gut" feeling about you both on a personal level. We felt as though you'd be fun to work with as well as professional and persons of integrity. We cannot say enough positive things about you guys and if you need any references, please let us know. We would be more than happy to provide a glowing recommendation. We did receive the photo disc yesterday and thoroughly enjoyed it. We'll begin the process of compling our list, but I'll tell you it is going to be a struggle! Thank you so much once again for everything. We are so pleased and so happy to have had the opportunity to work with you both and get to know you as well. Whenever we get back to Charleston, (I'm hoping frequently for anniversaries!) we'd love to get in touch with you guys and maybe get together if you'd be so inclined! Julie and Mike, Allentown, PA I am speechless. I don't know what to say... The pictures are exactly, actually, they are MORE than what I'd hoped for. I have butterflies in my stomach and tears in my eyes. You did a FLAWLESS job. I am so thankful for this. They are going to love these pictures as will my brother and the rest of my family. Thank you Tara, so so so much. I don't know how else to say it. They're perfect. They're priceless. Thank you for being so patient and flexible and so good to my (nervous and apprehensive) parents. I won't forget this and I will hold on to your email address & number if that's okay. Brandy, Maryland
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These are some of the unsolicited letters we get. We love em so much, we thought we'd share. They are icing on the cake, that's for sure. If you'd like to contact any of these wonderful contributors, email us and we'll put you in contact with them.

Oh my,
I don't know quite how to tell you and Rod how wonderful, beautiful, gorgeous, exquisite not to mention fun the photos are that you took!
As I had told you before when everyone saw the engagement picture that they knew Shauna and
Jeff were in love! That came from people that didn't even know Jeff!
You have outdone yourselves!
All I can tell you is Jack and I watched them while still at their house and we laughed, we cried....a lot and we actually got to see the "event" which we had not had a chance to soak it all in until then.
Your photography is unbelievable, your personalities even better, the combination is explosive!
I can't thank you enough for capturing the happiest and one of the most important weekend for a Mother and Dad - watching their baby girl marry the man of her dreams!
You are truly the best!

Thank you for such great memories!

With much appreciation,
Debbie
San Angelo, TX

Hi Rod and Tara,

I just wanted to tell you the amazing response we have received from our engagement photos! Everyone has said what a great job you guys did at not only the pictures themselves but how you captured "us". I am so happy we are working with you guys and I really look forward to the wedding pictures!!!

Talk to you soon,
Shauna
Charleston, SC

-Found these from a website that offered photographer reviews.

They were wonderful on our wedding day! They kept things fun and rolling at the same time. They were especially accommodating when we had some extra picture requests from family & friends, and they were more than happy to help! We got our first peek within a week of the wedding, and then the full shot list (1600 pictures!) up within 3. So fantastic I didn't have to wait months and months for them! And, we own the pictures after the wedding, so it'll be nice to have them when I want to make a print down the road! Couldn't have asked for anything more from Rod & Tara!

5 stars

Rod and Tara were absolutely the BEST!! They really had fun with us, and it felt like we had a couple of friends there taking pictures! Not only was their work absolutely breathtaking, they were professional when they needed to be and fun when we wanted them to be!! They are both so great at photography, the package we got was impeccable and they allow YOU to own the images once they are done! Not many photographers do this, it's a great way for guest to be able to have pictures of the event without paying an arm and a leg! I would do ANY event with these two. Prices are very reasonable, they are amazing at what they do, and it doesn't take very long to get the gallery up of the Bridals/Engagements Shots or the Wedding! Their packages allow for a lot of choosing whatever you want- Go with Red Shutter Studio and check out their website for examples of their work, you'll be floored!

5 stars

Terrific people to work with, very accommodating. Photos and poses were great. They were available any where and at any time.

5 stars

I couldn't imagine more beautiful pictures! This couple is amazing and worth 5 times what they charge. They are so professional and fun. We couldn't have asked for more.
5 stars

They are so cute and talk about efficient - they have proofs back faster than anyone and for brides that is the icing on the cake. Splendid to work with!

5 stars

I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE those shots... Nearly every last one of them made my top favorites hehe!!! I had so much fun with you two as well, and my family so enjoyed seeing them as a slide show. I think the most I got was, "I don't know which ones to pick they're all so great!" So you had mentioned that we get to use ya both for the wedding yay! I can't wait for Ryan to meet you, he was a little worried we might not have fun with our photographers, but I assured him that you two are a blast! Thank you so much, words can't express! After that I finally feel like a bride, five years together and now I can enjoy being the bride! Thank you thank you thank you!!

Vanessa

Dear Rod and Tara,

Our experience working with Red Shutter has been
amazing! Words can not describe how beautiful our
pictures are, Mike and I had a wonderful time at our
October fourth wedding and we want to thank the two of
you for capturing every moment. Even the wedding
party and guests spoke nothing but great things about
you.

When I began looking for photographers I knew that I
wanted something different with an art flare and I
must say you guys have far exceeded my expectations.
We are so proud of them and you should be too.

Thank you again for making our wedding memories last
forever!

Sincerely,
Keri and Michael
Charlotte, NC

If I call you, I don't think I could get the words out. I don't think I have to words to accurately tell you what this means to me. You know how nostalgic I am, and these pictures are a gift that will celebrate Curtis and I for many years. Not only are these pictures a gift to us, but to Sierra, Sutton and their children. Just like Sutton's graduation, you captured a big moment in our lives, and there are no words to express our thanks, gratitude and love for you guys. We are blessed to know you, to love you and to share in and be a part of your art, which will be part of my family and our history, as we hope the two of you will be - part of our family for many years to come.

Love you,

Nicole and Curtis
Charleston, SC

You two have a gift. I am touched by how much care you put into these photos. You have enriched my life as a parent. Thank you.

Charles
Summerville, SC

Dear Rod and Tara,

Thank you so much for all you did to capture our wedding so wonderfully. We've loved being able to relive the day through your photographs, and will for many years to come.

We've heard nothing but raves from the friends and family who have seen your work-even those who couldn't be there have said the felt like they were, because everything was captured so beautifully and vividly.

Best of all, it was so much fun working with you! We'll be singing your praises! Thank you again.

Warmly,
Jennifer and John
Atlanta, GA

- from a wedding website:

We loved working with Rod & Tara! Have had our engagment pictures already, wedding is in 6 months. They are wonderful to work with and loved our e-pics! No one I've shown them to has ever seen anything like them!
Also, their packages are simple! Two separate packages that are all-inclusive, no picking and choosing, they just include everything, which is so nice not to have to think about the little things!

Sarah
Charleston, SC

Dear Rod and Tara,

We cant begin to express our many thanks for helping us create such a memorable wedding weekend! Y'all went above & beyond to make our guests laugh and feel at ease and we will treasure our beautiful photos forever. We are also glad to include you in our "Charleston Friends".

Sue and Ryan
West Chester, PA

Dear Rod and Tara,

Thank you for being the best photographers any bride could ever ask for...simply amazing and such a blessing to work with. Thank you for "making" our wedding weekend. Any time you need a referral-call us!

Ashley and Tim
Wilmington, NC

Rod and Tara
I cannot say thank you enough for capturing such amazing pictures of my first pregnancy. The entire experience was wonderful. I could not be any happier with the results. Thanks again, I really appreciate it, you have no idea.

Danielle
Charleston, SC

Dear Rod and Tara,

Thank you guys for taking the most amazing pictures of our wedding. You guys were able to capture some amazing pictures where you really had a great feeling of what was going on, even if you werent there. You guys are the masters of photography!

Joanna and Trevor
John's Island

Rod and Tara

Words cannot express how wonderful the birthing photos are. We absolutely love them. We look forward to sharing them with Jacy as she gets older. What a wonderfule memento they will become for her when she can share them with her children.

We look forward to many years of photos with you guys. We love your expertise and consider you guys friends for life!! We shared such an awesome experience with Rod that we feel forever bonded.

Angela, Shawn, and Jacy
Summerville, SC

The work you did for Shawn & Sara engagement and wedding is phenomenal! I am seventy years old, and I have never before seen such outstanding work. You rank at the top of the top! It has been a real pleasure to look at your work.

Sandra
Bartlesville, OK

[ Angela and Shawn were our November 2007 wedding couple. I shot the birth of their daughter at Summerville Medical Center. Wow, what an experience that was! ]

Hi Rod and Tara,
All we can say is "oh my god". The pictures are awesome!! We got to relive the day by focusing on all the positives of each moment.
The moments captured were documented beautifully. : )
Shawn and I both cried tears of joy and surprise as each photo revealed something one or both of us did not get to witness first hand during our experience.
We feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to have this special moment chronicled by a person who has such a great fondness for capturing the beauty in ordinary things and likewise has the ability to make the extraordinary even more brilliant and amazing.
We will forever cherish our "Jacy's first moments" thanks to you guys.

We also continue to look forward to future photo shoots to showcase our Jacy's growing up.

We will forever feel a bond now that we have shared such special moments with you. We could not have asked for a better couple to help our love shine.

The song Rod chose for Jacy's first photos is so perfect because Shawn and I truly are "the luckiest".

Love always,

Angela, Shawn, and Jacy
Summerville, SC

Rod & Tara,

We cannot thank you enough for the work you did at our wedding! It was as perfect as anyone could ask for. The photos are amazing but having you there to cover it and share in our experience was the best part. Everyone at our wedding could not say enough about the work you did and that was before anyone saw a single photograph! Gretchen and I wish you the best of luck going forward and will be in contact with you. Thanks again!

Take care!

Craig & Gretchen
Atlanta, GA

Dear Rod & your beautiful wife Tara,
These photos are simply the most wonderful I have ever seen, including my own wedding photos by an exclusive Boston (MA) photographer! These amazing photos create such a beautiful testimony to the perfect love and joy of Joanna's and Trevor's wedding day!
You both are so talented and you each have such a perfect eye for your subjects. Jon and I cannot thank you enough for so beautifully showcasing a day of pure love and celebration. We will treasure these memories forever, thanks to you and your skill at capturing all their special moments.
Beyond thanks & appreciation.

Patty
Boston, MA

Hey Rod!!
We all had such a PERFECT day yesterday. Thank you for capturing it all. You are incredibly talented, and such a wonderful person! You and Tara are really a great team, and we loved working with you guys. You make us feel so comfortable!! Our entire bridal party and our family couldn't stop talking about how wonderful you guys were.

Gretchen
Charleston, SC

You and Tara are uniquely talented, and incredibly fun to work with. You two have an eye for beauty because of the spirit of love you share and the appreciation for life you both savor. You are artists, jokesters, dorks, and moment catchers.

We feel like we hired photographers and got friends. Thanks so much.

John Samuel
Charleston, SC

I just want to say that you two are so wonderful!! We had so much fun with you guys that day. It was great to have photographers with such wonderful personalities and such an upbeat spirit and it was an absolute pleasure having you as a part of my daughter's wedding. Thanks sooooo much!!!

Lisa
Brunswick, GA

Tara,
I just wanted to thank you for the beautiful pictures you took of Erica and Bob. I know that I am prejudiced when it comes to my baby girl, but I was in tears when I was looking at these pictures because of how happy and gorgeous my baby girl looks. What an amazing job you did. You captured some moments that are just absolutely awesome. You were able to capture my daughter’s happiness in all of the pictures. I had to share these photos with my co-workers and now they all want you to take pictures of them.
Once again thank you for the wonderful pictures. I look forward to seeing you and all of your family again soon.

Sandra
Fresno, CA

You are a professional

and perfection

and you can quote me anytime !

Just perfection !

Thank you so very much!

Basia
Knoxville, TN

The pictures are beyond incredible. No wonder you came so highly recommended from Emmy! Thank you for your work and for creating memories that will last a lifetime. We are absolutely thrilled with the pictures. You are immensely talented. Upon returning to Virginia, I will send you a hard copy letter with my gratitude. Please use me as a reference, should you need one.

Sean
Charlottesville, VA

Rod and Tara,

From day one you were both on the ball and in constant communication with us. You were always available to answer our endless questions and provide valuable advice. We knew from the night we met you, with your warm, outgoing, enthusiastic, and funny personalities that you were the perfect photographers for our wedding. The way you were able to put us at ease and make us laugh really captured our true feelings and personality. This absolutely shows in all the wonderful pictures and their were a TON of great ones! I am so glad that I had the bridal portraits done. This session not only made me feel more comfortable in front of the camera but also in my dress! The wedding album is perfect and we couldn't be happier with it. Everyone was completely impressed by the photography and we have even had people ask about you for their events. Thanks so much for making our day fun and memorable and creating memories that will last forever!

Sincerely,
Robert and Gabriella
Columbia, SC

Rod and Tara,

Thank you again for everything you both have done for Dustin and I. I can't wait to see the album! I can't tell you how happy I have been looking over all the pictures that were taken of our wedding. It's funny because there just aren't any bad ones. When I was trying to put together the parent albums, it took me forever to decide on which pictures to use!! You both did such a wonderful job and I wanted to thank you again soooo much for capturing our memories so wonderfully as you did!! You guys are awesome and I wish you the best of luck in everything you do!!! Maybe we'll see you in Charleston sometime soon!!!

Kari, Beaufort, SC

Rod,

YOU DA MAN!!!! I just took a break to see your art and I have to say, they are so beautiful, they made me cry here in my office!

Those pictures totally captured the essence of the event and your fine eye for capturing "life" is amazing! I cannot tell you enough how totally bowled over I am with the photoshoot in the city a week ago and Jessie's wedding events. I know when she comes back from her honeymoon on Saturday, she will be astounded at your mastery of photography and seizing the prime moments forever in these photos. I would hate to have to pick a favorite...there are way too many.

Wish I had another daughter to marry off so we could use your services again. You better believe that my daughter will be one of your strongest references and supporters whenever a new client wants references...heck...I am too. They should just give us a call.

Both you and Tara are such excellent people, worked so hard, produced a total superlative product (s) and we could not have been more thrilled and happy that we decided to use Red Shutter Photography.

I hope our paths cross again someday. I will never forget your professionalism, great sense of humor and artisty and every time I look at the portraits you did for us, I will remember what a pleasure it was knowing you and thanking the heavens, we chose you to do the wedding.

Many many best wishes to you, Tara and your daughter and have a Merry Christmas,

Dr. Robert Dufault, Charleston, SC

I don’t think words can adequately describe our appreciation of you two and your gifts. God has truly blessed you with a gifted eye of timing, precision, passion, romance, fun, and candor. When one of my family’s matriarchs came up and told me that she had been to many five star Hotels, but never to a ten- star wedding before and gave rave compliments on our photographers, I believe it is safe to say we had the BEST there is!!!

Each of you worked with such ease and there were so many times I was hardly aware we had someone outside our family working there. I don’t know how you take so many photos and are never in an awkward place at any time of all the events. Your personalities are so pleasant, and you truly fit in with all the mix of people that were present. Everyone enjoyed meeting you both and having you there. It is very evident that you two can blend with the elite or every day people. THANK you BOTH SO MUCH! Money can’t pay for the wonderful memories you’ve given Kari and Dustin and their families. If I were a billionaire or so, I certainly have to set your children’s trust fund up- they’re bound to be AWESOME! I wish both you and your family a wonderful life in and outside of your work. It is so wonderful to have had you be a part of the most special day of our daughter’s life besides her birth.

Butch and I are so thankful your photography was busy making the most of this day for Kari and Dustin. Everyone I speak with is in awe of Kari and Dustin’s pictures on your gallery site. FABULOUS and AMAZING is all I can say. We both are so thankful God led Kari to the two of you. I don’t think Kari purchased a wedding album from you; but we may have to talk and rethink that. Let me know if we have a deadline. I know Hillary is already ordering her some pictures and she can’t wait to use you for whatever event she might be having. I’m sure she’ll spread the word. I wish I lived near Charleston and the area so I could recommend you to everyone around there, but I can promise you word of mouth, cards, or whatever; you’re being shared with others and God will continue to bless you both, your business and your family.

Joy, North Carolina

-Testimonial
I have been a wedding ceremony coordinator in Charleston for 10 years, so Rod & Tara did not actually shoot my wedding. Rod and I spoke last year about weddings after I fell in love with his environmental photography. He attended several of my weddings throughout last summer.

Knowing how much I loved his other pictures, I anxiously awaited each Sunday morning following the weddings for his photos from the day before. I have never been disappointed. I told him in one email that getting to see his wedding pictures was like getting to open a present.

I knew the brides prior to the wedding, and I feel that he expertly captured their happiness and radiance on their wedding days. He was able to artistically capture the moments of a wedding day that some photographers might miss in trying to get the "right" photos. I hope that makes sense.
Everyone expects to see the group photos, and they are wonderful. But to be able to capture feelings as well as "stolen moments", I feel, is a great skill indeed.

I find both Rod and Tara very easy going and pleasant to work with. They are very professional, but you will find yourself very much at ease with both of them. There is definitely not a prima donna attitude in either of them; something I have seen in several photographers over the years. It has been my experience that the better photographers get their shots without getting in the way. Some photographers will take over your wedding. You would be amazed how many weddings and receptions have been held up because of photographers. I believe you will find that to not be the case with Tara and Rod.

I also believe you will be pleased with their level of professionalism and the high artistic quality of your pictures should you choose to have them photograph your special day.

As you can tell, I love weddings and never tire of talking about them!

Best of luck to you in your plans for your wedding!

Nicole - Charleston, SC

The pictures are AMAZING!! I have tears in my eyes they're so beautiful. I can't wait for her to see them.

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I am speechless. You are an amazing photographer.

Liz - Irmo, SC

-Testimonial
Rod and Tara are fabulous. Our engagement and wedding pictures are absolutely beautiful. They supplied us with a list of poses to ensure that Rod did not miss any that we really wanted. They were very prompt and even went out of the way to get some rose petals for our honeymoon suite that had been forgotten. The Wedding Book is incredible. Rod did an impeccable job laying it out and the book is just beautiful. It is so much better than a photo album. Thank you so much for our wonderful wedding memories.

Paul & Stephanie - Charleston, SC

-Testimonial
My fiancé and I are getting married in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, but we actually live in North Carolina. This meant that much of the “shopping” we did for wedding photography was online. I think we must have looked at fifty wedding photographer websites. When I saw Rod’s website my attention was instantly captured. There was something unique about the site itself, and we thought the photographs were just beautiful. We felt like he was not just a good photographer, but an artist.

When we met Rod and Tara we were invited as guests in their home/studio. We spent time getting to know them as people, got to see Rod’s work, and the album choices. We were very upfront with expressing that we didn’t want a photographer at our wedding who would tell us and our guests when to be happy, excited, etc. He made us feel very confident that he wanted to shoot our wedding as it happens, not as he orchestrated, which so many photographers try to do.

We recently had our engagement photos shot, and we are VERY happy with them. The whole shoot lasted about 30 minutes and we were very happy with the results. Rod did a great job of working with us and picking very beautiful locations around the Charleston Battery. We didn't want to be posed; we just wanted to look like ourselves, and Rod definitely achieved that goal. Also, Rod is also just a really funny guy and great to be with, so we laughed and just had a great time taking the photos. My fiancé is not one who loves to take a lot of photographs and he left saying, "Wow that was fun!"

We had our photos taken on Sunday, and he quickly posted them on a website for us the next day. I sent the link on to family and friends and they were as ecstatic as we were. Most wrote back within minutes telling me which ones were their favorites. We can’t wait until our wedding and the beautiful photos we will have afterwards.

Jeanette and Dwayne, North Carolina

-Testimonial
We have used Red Shutter Studio on many occasions, the final product is simply amazing. Both Rod and Tara work well together to capture the beauty of the person they photograph. We have used other photographers in the past, nothing compares to Red Shutter Studio!

Brian and Rosaria, Myrtle Beach, SC

Thank you so much for sharing in our day with us. All of our friends and family are raving about the photographs. Those family members who were unable to join us really appreciated that you gave them more than just wedding pictures, but rather you have put the story of our day and our love for each other into beautiful images. Jerry and I (and everyone else) was so impressed with your professionalism and enthusiasm. I have been in about 8 weddings so I know how some photographers can be. I have to say, you were so enjoyable to work with. We really do hope to keep in touch with you.

Sharon and Jerry, Goose Creek, SC

Thank you so much for your awesome work. The pictures are fabulous and amazing. We are so delighted with the results. We have gotten so many compliments on the quality of your work as well as how much everyone enjoyed you both throughout the day of the wedding. You are truly talented and wonderful people and we are so lucky to have gotten to work with you.

It was funny to learn that we were your first booking b/c we were so nervous about what to do regarding the different aspects of the wedding... photo, dj, etc. Since we are from out of state, we didn't have access to word of mouth recommendations that come from being locals. While Mike and I were impressed with your work, we also had a strong "gut" feeling about you both on a personal level.

We felt as though you'd be fun to work with as well as professional and persons of integrity. We cannot say enough positive things about you guys and if you need any references, please let us know. We would be more than happy to provide a glowing recommendation.

We did receive the photo disc yesterday and thoroughly enjoyed it. We'll begin the process of compling our list, but I'll tell you it is going to be a struggle!

Thank you so much once again for everything. We are so pleased and so happy to have had the opportunity to work with you both and get to know you as well. Whenever we get back to Charleston, (I'm hoping frequently for anniversaries!) we'd love to get in touch with you guys and maybe get together if you'd be so inclined!

Julie and Mike, Allentown, PA

I am speechless. I don't know what to say...
The pictures are exactly, actually, they are MORE than what I'd hoped for. I have butterflies in my stomach and tears in my eyes. You did a FLAWLESS job. I am so thankful for this. They are going to love these pictures as will my brother and the rest of my family. Thank you Tara, so so so much. I don't know how else to say it.

They're perfect. They're priceless.
Thank you for being so patient and flexible and so good to my (nervous and apprehensive) parents.

I won't forget this and I will hold on to your email address & number if that's okay.

Brandy, Maryland

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