Palmetto Snapshots

09/07/2026

Don't mean to hit you in the gut, but... did you know there are only 16 weeks left in 2026?? It's time to get your calendars set up for all the the end of year must dos! What are your favorite Charleston Fall and Holiday events that you look forward to every year? What annual traditions are you looking forward to?

09/05/2026

You're never too old to be mama's little girls.

09/02/2026

Presenting the resource no one directly asked for, but I've been seeing a need for all over socials for the Lowcountry dog parent: THE PS LOWCOUNTRY DOG GUIDE!

It's been a fun project putting photos, outings with our dogs, links and all the collected info together in one place for the visiting or local dog owners hoping to give their dog a more "Lowcountry" experience. This will be a forever evolving list and resource, but I'm super proud to be sharing our personal favorites and recommendations with you. You can see info on the beaches, other water activities, dog friendly parks, shopping, boarding, grooming, etc.

Check it out (link in the comments) and let me know which favorites of yours I may be missing!

08/26/2026

Speaking of dogs... checkout the latest issue of Lowcountry Dog Magazine! You may recognize one of the pups in the The Broken Leash, Inc ad and the dog party photos celebrating the magazine's winning 2027 calendar models.

Dive into our extensive resources on the topic that interests you. It's like a masterclass to be explored at your own pace.

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day from our little rascals!

Post the last photo you took of your beloved furry baby in the comments. 🐾

08/26/2026

Palmetto Snapshots will be out of town and officially off the grid August 27–September 1.

When I’m back, it’s officially time to trade “Where did summer go?!” for “HOW is the end of 2026 already here?!”

And with fall, holiday sessions, minis, and all the end-of-year craziness right around the corner, here are a few things you’ll want to know:

MINI SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS + END-OF-YEAR NEWS
My email list gets the scoop FIRST, with announcements going public shortly after. If you want first dibs, make sure you're on the list!

WEEKEND AVAILABILITY IS GETTING TIGHT
I have limited flexibility for weekends for the remainder of 2026. If you’ve been saying “We really need to get family pictures done…” consider this your friendly nudge.

HAVE A CREDIT OR GIFT CERTIFICATE? PLEASE READ!
This is your official friendly-but-serious reminder: all session credits and gift certificates expire at the end of 2026. That means you need to schedule your session ASAP—not just reach out before the end of the year. My calendar is already filling, and once those remaining 2026 dates are gone, I can't magically create more no matter how much I might like to. So if you have a credit or gift certificate tucked away somewhere waiting for “the right time”… this is your sign. Pull it out, dust it off, and let's get you on the calendar!

Ready to claim your spot? Head over to the website and fill out the Contact Form to get started.

And if you're already on the email list… 👀 keep an eye on that inbox.

Now excuse me while I go pretend September isn't basically knocking on the door.

08/25/2026

Now with August almost wrapped up, our end of year minis will be releasing soon. I have some things in the works, new and classic options, but what are you hoping for? Beach, tree lined park, fields, more structured with a built set or more organic to the location, pumpkins, very Christmas, historic Charleston? What do you have your heart set on?

08/21/2026

There’s a little-known season in the Lowcountry that locals look forward to all year long…

I affectionately call it... “locals’ summer.” 🌴

It’s that sweet spot when the summer vacation crowds have packed up and headed home, the beaches start breathing a little easier, restaurant wait times get a little shorter, and suddenly… our favorite places feel like ours again.

The temperatures? Still hot. 😂 But I promise, those first hints of cooler days are coming.

And for us locals, that’s the magic. We get to slow down, linger a little longer, enjoy the beach without the hustle, grab dinner without planning three weeks ahead, and soak up all the little things that made us fall in love with the Lowcountry in the first place.

Because before the holiday season arrives and life gets busy again, there’s this little pocket of time that belongs to the people who call this place home.

Welcome to locals’ summer. 💛

08/14/2026

What a privilege it is to be loved by a dog and have them live alongside us through so many chapters. The old dogs wear their wisdom on their faces and carry our deepest secrets. Nothing beats the loyalty and steadfastness of a good dog.