Business Details
Luxury Portrait Photography Experience for Women in Columbia, SC
Beautiful Soul Portraits By Kandice Marie is a luxury portrait photography studio dedicated to empowering women through transformative visual storytelling. With over 14 years of professional expertise, we specialize in creating bespoke experiences that celebrate individuality across life's milestones - from senior portraits and maternity sessions to boudoir photography and personal branding. Our full-service studio offers curated wardrobe selections, professional makeup artistry, and custom styling to ensure each client feels like royalty during their session.We combine technical mastery in lighting and posing with emotional guidance to help clients overcome self-doubt and discover their inherent beauty. Located in Columbia, South Carolina, our mission extends beyond photography - we aim to build confidence through art while preserving meaningful moments in stunning wall portraits and luxury albums that become family heirlooms.
Services
Luxury Portraits
Senior Photography
Maternity Sessions
Boudoir Photography
Personal Branding
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized luxury photography experiences tailored to individual client needs
- Professional makeup and styling services included in premium sessions
- Specialize in confidence-building portraiture for women of all ages and sizes
- Provide curated wardrobe selections and professional hair services
- Create timeless art pieces with meticulous post-production retouching
Services
Luxury Portrait Session
Our signature luxury portrait experience transforms clients into confident subjects through personalized styling and professional artistry. Each session includes professional makeup application, wardrobe consultation from our exclusive client closet, and expert posing guidance. We create timeless images that capture your authentic beauty through carefully curated lighting and composition techniques. Perfect for special occasions, personal milestones, or simply celebrating your unique journey as a woman.
Senior Portraits
Elevate your senior year with magazine-style portraits that showcase your individuality. We offer location flexibility, professional hair and makeup services, and access to our designer gown collection. Our approach combines editorial photography techniques with personal storytelling to create images that transcend typical graduation portraits. Ideal for yearbook features, college applications, and lasting family memories.
Maternity Photography
Celebrate motherhood with elegant maternity portraits that highlight your natural glow. Choose between studio sessions featuring flowing fabrics and milk bath setups or outdoor lifestyle photography. We specialize in posing techniques that flatter changing bodies while maintaining artistic integrity. Our sessions include styling assistance and multiple outfit options to create images you'll treasure for generations.
Boudoir Session
Experience transformative boudoir photography designed to boost self-confidence and celebrate feminine power. Our sessions include professional makeup, private styling consultations, and a selection of luxury lingerie. We employ lighting techniques that accentuate natural beauty while maintaining tasteful compositions. Perfect for special gifts, personal empowerment, or marking significant life transitions.
Personal Branding
Create compelling visual identity packages for entrepreneurs and professionals. Our branding sessions focus on capturing authentic business personas through strategic posing and environmental compositions. We provide wardrobe guidance and location scouting to ensure imagery aligns with brand aesthetics. Ideal for updating professional profiles, marketing materials, and social media platforms.
People
Kandice Marie
Owner & Lead Photographer
Professional photographer with 14 years of experience specializing in women's portraiture. Known for creating confidence-building sessions that combine technical expertise with emotional support. Balances creative vision with practical business acumen while leading her all-female team.
Questions
What should I wear to my portrait session?
We provide detailed preparation guides and have a client closet with gowns. You may also bring personal outfits that reflect your style.
Do you offer hair and makeup services?
Professional makeup application is included in luxury packages. Hair styling is available upon request during your consultation.
How long does a typical session last?
Sessions range from 1-4 hours depending on package selected, with additional time for wardrobe changes and styling.
What's included in the final purchase?
Options include digital files, printed portraits, and luxury albums starting at $165, with custom wall art and heirloom products available.
Can sessions be held at my location?
We offer limited on-location shoots within 5 miles of Lexington, with travel fees applying beyond that radius.
Do you accommodate special requests?
We customize each session to client preferences, including themed concepts, specific wardrobe elements, and personalized props.