I am a Columbia-based freelance photographer who specializes in photojournalism and commercial photography. I have worked with notable publications and agencies such as The New York Times, The Associated Press, Getty Images, and The Washington Post. On the commercial side, my clients have included The South Carolina Agriculture Commission, The Red Cross, Texas Instruments, the ACLU, and others.
My passion lies in creating natural light environmental portraits and exploring new locations for unique photo opportunities. As a photographer, I revel in the challenge of crafting compelling still images that balance space, light, composition, and timing in order to capture a precious moment that will endure throughout history.
As a photojournalist, I am also privileged to gain insight into the lives and cultures of people in the communities I visit. Ultimately, my love of photography is founded in the power of a single image to convey meaningful messages and emotions, and I am grateful to have the opportunity to do what I love every day.
Event type:
Wedding, Birthday party, Corporate event, Bridal or baby shower, Prom or formal, Reunion, Religious event, Concert, Graduation, School event, Sporting event,
Service location:
Remotely
Service Reviews
4.8
12 reviews
Service as described
4.8
Communication
4.8
Punctuality
4.8
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Elizabeth B.
My clothing line was captured beautifully by Sean in his photographs. Working with him is effortless, as he provides amazing ideas and locates exceptional locations.
October 31, 2022
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Stephanie H.
I engaged Sean to capture some shots of my partner and me. His professionalism and responsiveness were exceptional all the way through. The superiority of the photographs exceeded expectations, and we even received them ahead of the proposed deadline. I wholeheartedly recommend Sean's services and would undoubtedly book him again.
July 18, 2022
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Kyle M.
My encounter with Sean was wonderful. The pictures he provided were exactly what I desired and he was extremely cooperative throughout the entire process. He even exceeded my expectations. I would definitely love to work with him again in the future.
July 15, 2022
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Kayla S.
Sean Rayford's skills as a photographer are exceedingly impressive! There is no way I would choose another photographer to capture my precious memories. His punctuality and friendly disposition only add to the experience, and the final product is nothing short of outstanding. I strongly recommend his services to anyone searching for top-notch photography work.
April 9, 2022
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Brittany A.
With only a short notice, Sean made arrangements for my appointment and the headshots turned out exceptionally well. The prices he charged were reasonable, and I was completely content with the entire experience. I strongly urge you to consider Sean for all your photography requirements.