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PHOTOGRAPHY BY SHELLEY AND BLAINE

Half-Moon Outfitters | Architectural & Interior Photography by SB Visual

The Project
Half-Moon Outfitters, a fiercely independent regional chain of outdoor stores, has built a reputation for offering a carefully curated selection of innovative and high-quality outdoor gear. Serving South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, Texas and Florida, the company has cultivated a loyal following by prioritizing both exceptional products and meaningful customer experiences. Founded in 1993 in downtown Charleston, Half-Moon Outfitters wanted their newest retail location to reflect the same ethos: modern, functional, and visually compelling.
To bring this vision to life, Scott Sallis of Dalrymple | Sallis Architecture was engaged as the architect, crafting a design that combined functionality, brand identity, and inviting retail aesthetics. SB Visual was tasked with architectural and interior photography, capturing the building’s exterior and interior during prime light conditions including sunrise, sunset, and blue hour.

Commercial Interior Photographer
interior photographer

Photography Approach & Techniques
Exterior Architectural Photography SB Visual focused on exterior architectural photography to showcase the building’s design within its urban context. Sunrise, sunset, and blue hour images highlighted the store’s façade, lighting design, and signage, emphasizing the interplay of natural light and architectural features. These images communicate the store’s modern, inviting identity to both local shoppers and industry partners.
Interior Photography Capturing the interior required careful attention to composition, perspective, and lighting. Wide-angle shots illustrated the store layout, while selective framing emphasized product displays and experiential zones. Managing natural light from windows and store lighting ensured the images preserved accurate color, texture, and depth, while maintaining a sense of atmosphere and scale.
Sunrise, Sunset, and Blue Hour Shots Photographing during golden hour and blue hour added drama and visual appeal, enhancing brand storytelling. These shots created dynamic visuals for marketing materials, website features, and social media campaigns, demonstrating how the store transforms under changing light conditions.

Commercial Interior Photographer
interior photographer

Challenges & SolutionsManaging Reflections: Glass storefronts and display cases required careful angles and polarizing filters to minimize reflections while keeping the store’s interior and merchandise clear.Balancing Light: Combining natural and artificial lighting inside the store required precision to maintain consistent exposure and highlight both architectural elements and products.Dynamic Conditions: Sunrise, sunset, and blue hour photography demanded flexible scheduling and rapid response to changing light conditions to achieve optimal results.

Commercial Interior Photographer
interior photographer

Results
The photography by SB Visual successfully captured the architectural integrity and interior design of Half-Moon Outfitters while emphasizing the experiential nature of the store. The images have been used for:Marketing campaigns and retail promotionsSocial media and digital presence enhancementIndustry recognition and architectural portfolios
By documenting the exterior and interior architecture, as well as capturing the store during sunrise, sunset, and blue hour, SB Visual helped Half-Moon Outfitters communicate its brand identity visually and position itself as a leader in boutique outdoor retail experiences.

Commercial Interior Photographer
interior photographer

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