Robert Payne

Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Award for “Top City in the U.S.” recently went to my hometown of Charleston, South Carolina. Stephen Colbert accepted the award on behalf of THE City.

Headed over the Cooper River Bridge on my way out of Charleston, SC over Memorial Day Weekend. Did you know the first Memorial Day was originally held in Charleston, SC and organized by former slaves? It was May 1, 1865, but they called it Decoration Day. On that day, former Charleston slaves started a tradition [...]

I enjoy exploring different forms of images I’ve captured with a camera. In this case I took an original picture and made it look like a dark watercolor that conveys a feeling of alienation and uncertainty about what lies ahead.

Went to Charleston last weekend for a wedding, but managed to still find my way out on a boat. This picture was taken by simply opening up the shutter speed and dragging it across the subject’s face.

Last weekend I made my way to Charleston, South Carolina to spend quality time boating, fishing, and camping with some good ole childhood friends. I have been somewhat deprived of the Lowcountry over the course of the last decade, and while there have been many changes, much is still the same. Despite being December, the [...]

I love where I am from. Charleston, South Carolina is a place by the sea where environment, culture and history have come together to create a very special place filled with a distinct charm all its own. There have been many events and individuals that have shaped the character of Charleston. For instance, Charleston was once held hostage by the infamous pirate, Blackbeard. Almost [...]