Pricing

Price is what you pay. Value is what you receive

Every session includes expert coaching and direction, real-time image review, and professional retouching on every image you select. Finished images are delivered within a few business days.

Classic Headshots

A professional headshot capturing the chest and above – choose your session type

Signature session

Full Headshot Experience

Ideal for professionals who want multiple looks, outfit changes, and the time to get it right.

$ 190 session fee

+ $195 per image selected

  • Expert coaching + Direction
  • Multiple looks + outfit changes
  • Real-time image review
  • Professional retouching on every image
Book a Signature Session

Express session

Focused + Streamlined

Perfect for ERAS medical residency applications and other specific submission requirements.

$ 295 flat rate

1 retouched image included, delivered to spec

  • Expert coaching + Direction
  • 25-minute streamlined session
  • Formatted to submission requirements
  • No file compression needed
Book an Express Session

Not sure which session is right for you? Get in touch →

Editorial Portraits

Magazine-quality imagery

Portrait Session

For executives, speakers, authors, artists, and entrepreneurs. A collaborative, premium experience built around your vision.

From $1200

Contact us to discuss

A Few Things to Consider

Headshot and portrait photography pricing in Charleston varies widely — from budget options to premium studios. At Banyan, every session at every price point includes the same expert coaching, real-time image review on a large monitor, and professional retouching. You’re not paying for more time under a light; you’re paying for a guided experience designed to get the best possible result.

What’s the difference between headshots and portraits?

Some photographers use “headshot” and “portrait” interchangeably. At Banyan, headshots and editorial portraits are distinct services — each with its own session structure and pricing.

How much does a headshot or portrait session cost in Charleston, SC?

At Banyan, Express sessions are $295 (1 image, 25 minutes). Signature sessions have a $190 booking fee with images starting at $195 each. Editorial Portrait sessions start at $1,200.

What’s included in the session fee?

Every session includes expert coaching and posing direction, real-time image review on a large monitor, and professional retouching on every image you select. Images are delivered within a few business days in multiple sizes ready for any platform.

Is there a sitting fee or session fee?

Signature sessions require a $190 session fee to book, with images purchased separately. Express sessions are an all-inclusive $295 flat rate with no separate image fees.

Do you offer team or corporate headshot pricing?

Yes — we offer custom pricing for teams and corporate groups. Contact us to discuss your team’s needs and we’ll put together a package that works for your organization.

What is your cancellation policy?

Contact us directly for details on rescheduling and cancellation. We do our best to accommodate changes with reasonable notice.