My Story

I’m Tonya, the photographer behind Brisson Imagery in Mount Pleasant. I create fine art portraits that are timeless, intentional, and deeply personal — from classic studio work to imaginative fairytale creations. Whether we’re in my studio, on the beach, downtown Charleston, or in your home, I guide every pose and moment so you feel confident and look your best. My goal is simple: to create art you’ll live with, display proudly, and pass down for generations. 

Since 2015, I’ve been capturing the people, places, and moments that make life unforgettable. My passion is fine art children’s portraiture, but my work also includes newborns, families, high school seniors, professional headshots, pets, and imaginative fantasy portraits.

Charleston is my canvas — from the serene beaches of Isle of Palms to the historic beauty of plantations, the charm of downtown, and the intimacy of my home studio. I’m endlessly inspired by the light, the colors, and the stories I get to tell here.

When you work with me, you don’t have to know how to pose or what to do — that’s my art and my expertise. I’ll guide you every step, blending beautifully directed portraits with candid moments that happen in between.

My sessions are a mix of posed, candid, and artistic compositions, always tailored to your personality and vision. My editing style is true-to-life color for authenticity, but I also create bold, fantasy-inspired digital art when your story calls for it. 

Sessions can take place in my home studio, at the beach, downtown, on historic grounds, or even in your own home or office — wherever you feel most yourself.

• Published in multiple printed magazines (Voyage ATL, Pin-ups and Pets, Low Country Cuisine, Mount Pleasant Magazine).
   
• Voted Best Family Photographer in Charleston by Expertise.com every year since 2018.
   
• Awarded Best Family Photographer in Mount Pleasant by Mount Pleasant Magazine (2025).
   
• Perfect 5-star rating on Google from dozens of happy clients.
   

These honors mean the world to me, but what matters most is the joy and connection my clients feel when they see their portraits for the first time.

When I’m not behind the camera, you might find me walking Charleston’s cobblestone streets for inspiration, enjoying a quiet morning coffee before a sunrise beach session, or dreaming up my next magical, fairytale portrait concept.

The gold pineapple in my logo is a nod to southern hospitality — my promise that you’ll always feel welcome, comfortable, and cared for in my studio and on location. 

If you’re ready for portraits that feel like you and look like art, then its time to  bring your vision to life.

Call or text me today: 843-789-0812.