An award winning and published photographer, Joyce Aungst, launched Charleston History Photo Tours in 2005 after working with film and digital photography in San Francisco for over 25 years. Known for her clear and correct knowledge of the history of Charleston and its remarkable architecture, Joyce is the tour guide who shows you an insight to Charleston’s history through the lens of a camera. Whether you are a long time resident or newcomer, her passion for history, photography, and especially Charleston is an assurance of a perfect walk and a unique tour.
Born and raised in Buffalo, NY, Joyce attended San Francisco State University as a student of photography and graphic design. Her travels through Europe broadened her understanding of art, music, and history and enhanced her knowledge of photography, eventually leading her to Charleston and the cultures of the south.
Charleston Photo Tours offers public, private, and small group tours that are planned to meet your interests in the city of Charleston. Where do you want to go what do you want to see in Charleston? Your tour guide of seven years, Joyce Aungst, offers up a comprehensive history tour and photographic instruction for the right light, time of day, and positions for the best shots. The individual instruction you receive will provide you with images of Charleston to share with your family and friends at home.
Journey and experience is a measure of a life well lived.