Business Details
19 Years
experience
Award-Winning Commercial Photographer in Charleston, SC
Holger Obenaus Photography is an award-winning commercial and editorial photography studio with over 15 years of experience specializing in Interior Design, Architectural, Food, and Art Reproduction photography. Founded in 2007, our approach uniquely combines traditional Large Format Film Photography with state-of-the-art digital technology to achieve timeless, iconic imagery. Our meticulous workflow emphasizes natural and artificial light mastery, with a commitment to 'Getting it right in the camera' rather than relying on post-production. We maintain close partnerships with industry leaders like Phase One, Broncolor, and Linhof to ensure technical excellence. Our portfolio includes work for nationally published magazines such as Charleston Style & Design and Dallas Style & Design, featuring over 50 covers and 120 feature stories.We serve clients across the United States, including hospitality industries, homebuilders, and luxury brands. Our founder's background in music composition informs our artistic approach, treating visual elements with the same harmonic principles as musical composition. We prioritize client collaboration to maximize visual impact for marketing and editorial purposes. Our work has been featured in prestigious publications including Architectural Digest and Florida Design. With a focus on 'Understated Elegance,' we deliver high-impact imagery tailored to each client's specific needs.
Services
Interior Design Photography
Architectural Photography
Food Photography
Art Reproduction Photography
Editorial Photography
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We have 15+ years of experience in commercial and editorial photography.
- Our unique approach combines traditional film techniques with digital innovation.
- We maintain partnerships with industry-leading equipment manufacturers.
- Our founder's artistic background enhances visual composition expertise.
- We deliver high-impact imagery featured in 50+ national magazine covers.
What people say
Truly amazing
Perfect colors
Capture the essence
Thrilled with photos
Bold and beautiful
Services
Interior Design Photography
Showcase residential and commercial interiors with precision lighting and composition. Our specialized approach captures spatial harmony, material textures, and design intent for marketing and editorial use. Clients benefit from our ability to transform architectural spaces into compelling visual narratives that attract potential buyers and industry recognition.
Architectural Photography
Document buildings and structures with technical precision and artistic vision. We specialize in capturing both exterior and interior architectural elements using advanced lighting techniques and composition principles. Our work helps architects and developers demonstrate design excellence through images that highlight form, function, and construction quality.
Food Photography
Create mouthwatering visuals for restaurants, chefs, and food publications. Our expertise combines lighting mastery with food styling knowledge to produce images that emphasize texture, color, and presentation. The resulting photographs enhance marketing materials and editorial content to attract diners and industry recognition.
Art Reproduction Photography
Provide museum-quality documentation for artists and galleries. Our specialized equipment and controlled lighting environments ensure accurate color reproduction and detail capture. This service supports art preservation, exhibition catalog production, and digital archiving while maintaining the integrity of original works.
Editorial Photography
Deliver high-impact images for national publications and media outlets. With extensive experience in editorial assignments, we create visuals that tell compelling stories while meeting strict publication standards. Our portfolio includes over 50 magazine covers and 120 feature stories for leading lifestyle publications.
People
Holger Obenaus
Photographer
Award-winning commercial photographer with 15+ years of experience specializing in interior design, architectural, and food photography. Former music industry professional turned visual artist, combining creative composition skills with technical expertise. Published in Architectural Digest and multiple regional style magazines.
Questions
What photography services do you specialize in?
We specialize in interior design, architectural, food, art reproduction, and editorial photography for commercial clients nationwide.
How long have you been in business?
Holger Obenaus Photography has been operating since 2007, with the founder's photography career beginning after a decade in the music industry.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Charleston, SC, we provide photography services across the United States, including major markets like Dallas and Miami.
What makes your photography unique?
Our approach combines traditional large format film techniques with digital technology to create timeless images with 'Understated Elegance.'
Can you work with editorial publications?
Yes, we have extensive experience as lead photographer for nationally published magazines since 2008, including Charleston Style & Design.
What equipment do you use?
We use professional-grade equipment from Phase One, Broncolor, and Linhof to ensure the highest quality results for our clients.
