Photography Workshops in the Carolinas

Learn documentary photography and storytelling with an immersive workshop led by photojournalist Sean Rayford.

Sean Rayford’s workshops plunge photographers in real-world storytelling, combining hands-on fieldwork with one-on-one editorial guidance. Each program emphasizes personal projects and visual storytelling, helping participants move beyond shallow photography into meaningful work.

With decades of professional photojournalism experience, Sean designs each workshop around curiosity, preparation, and practical skills for the documentary photographer.

Rayford offers personal and small group workshops on Columbia, Charleston and in the Blue Ridge Mountains during peak autumn.

Upcoming Group Workshops:

The Power of the Personal Photography Project: Feb xx, 2026 - Columbia, SC

Blue Ridge Autumn Photography Workshops: October 2026

Personalized Workshops available Year-Round

Available in Columbia, Charleston and Asheville

About your instructor: Sean Rayford is a freelance photojournalist based in the South Carolina capital with more than 25 years experience. Rayford regularly works with The New York Times, Getty Images, The Associated Press and many others.