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Meet the Photographer

Hello, my name is Joseph Austin Benjamin Scott

AKA: Jscott, Austin, Scott, Joseph

Photography has been a passion of mine since childhood, inspired by my grandfather who first introduced me to the art. In high school, I rekindled that passion and began learning the technical side of capturing powerful images.  After graduating, I turned that passion into a purpose. What began as a hobby grew into a deep love for storytelling through the lens.  I'm a proud 23 year old African American Irmo/Columbia, SC native and Dutch Fork High School graduate. I recently earned my degree in Business Finance from the University of South Carolina.  What sets my work apart is my focus on image retention and capturing the authenticity of each moment. Every photo should feel real, honest, and timeless.  Thank you for considering me to be part of your story I look forward to creating something unforgettable with you.  I'd like to add as well I am a Apostolic in faith and I will be MORE than happy to turn a 2 hour click track on for music during the shoot !

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Facts about me
located

based in columbia, sc

cameras

CANON EOS T6 | RP | R | R5

SONY A7IV | A7RV

Graduated in 2025

Uofsc - Finance (major)

Marketing (minor)

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LLC founded

2025

Favorite subject

sports

My dreams

owning studio | event center | pelicans snowballs

Work in undergrad at The University of South Carolina

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Clients Say

"We have used Shots by J. Scott on several different occasions ranging from professional headshots, all the way up to corporate event photography. In each experience, we have found him to have the uncanny ability to capture moments within moments — most of which we could never have imagined.   Even if you need photography, but can’t envision exactly what you’re looking for— Joseph has the ability see the invisible, and capture photos that help you see it too!"

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"I’ve trusted ShotsByJscott LLC with two big milestones—my college graduation two years ago and my PharmD hooding this year. Both times, the experience was seamless. Quality you can see. Every image is sharp, vibrant, and thoughtfully framed. My family still raves about the first set, and this year’s photos are even better. Always on time. Jscott sticks to his promised turnaround. The finished gallery lands in my inbox exactly when he says it will—no chasing or worry. Reliability matters. From quick replies to arriving early and finding the best light, his professionalism puts me at ease. I know he has every detail covered. Fair prices, great value. Packages are competitively priced, and the results are worth every dollar—no hidden fees or surprises.


Need graduation photos—or any portraits? Book ShotsByJscott LLC. He’s my go‑to photographer for every milestone. Highly recommend!"


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Dalan Solomon
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"Austin was incredible to work with. I reached out to him about capturing the moment of my engagement and he responded within the hour. I wanted the engagement to be a surprise, so I gave him the approximate location and time. He blended in discreetly and was able to beautifully capture the moment. Austin was very flexible and professional in the planning process. I’m so grateful that he was able to photograph such an important moment!"

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Austin G.
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"I had an amazing experience with JScott! He is extremely professional, patient, and truly talented at what he does. The quality of his work is outstanding, and the entire process was smooth from start to finish. The atmosphere during the shoot was comfortable and welcoming, making it an enjoyable experience. Not only is their work top tier, but his pricing is also very reasonable. Plus, the turnaround time for the pictures was impressive! I highly recommend JScott for anyone looking for high-quality photography. He did our Christmas family photos and my baby’s first birthday photos we will definitely be back for future sessions!"

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RaeKeia Mathis
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"My husband and I enjoyed our photo session with Joseph. He was very creative in selecting our picture locations and he was very receptive to our vision. We received our pictures within a week or so, and were blown away from the quality of the pictures! We absolutely LOVED them! If you want your special moment to be captured, Joseph is your guy!"

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Tamara K.
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"I use ShotsByJscott for all of my photography and digital art needs. From my baby’s first birthday party, to personal birthday or professional shots, to the beautiful wedding photos he captured of my special day. He is very professional, reasonably priced, and GREAT at getting photos back to you in a timely manner. Columbia, SC and surrounding areas, if you’re looking for a highly qualified professional for your photography needs, ShotsByJscott is my go to!! He never disappoints."

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Angelica Tyler
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"I had an amazing experience working with shotsbyJScott for my birthday photos. From start to finish, he was professional and friendly. He made me feel comfortable in front of the camera, and their attention to detail truly shows in the final photos. The turnaround time for the edited photos was quick, and the quality exceeded my expectations."

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Myana Sullivan
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"I cannot say enough great things about ShotsbyJScott. Every experience with him is seamless, professional, and—most importantly—fun! He’s patient with my kids for our family shoots and he’s the only photographer we trust to use! His creativity, attention to detail, and ability to capture genuine moments are truly unmatched. The turnaround time for the return of the photos were quick, and the quality was amazing! If you’re looking for a talented photographer who’s passionate, personable, and truly gifted—look no further- book with ShotsbyJScott Photography!"

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Cala Young
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"Austin was amazing!! He was willing to make accommodations to get the exact pictures that I wanted. I highly recommend him for all of your occasions."

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Annie Navarro
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"He is such an amazing photographer and very professional! My pictures came back perfect for my 21st birthday!! All the enhancements he did was so shocking and they blew me away! I would definitely recommend him and I will be booking with him again! 10/10"

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Asia Frazier
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"I've never had professional photos done before and my fiancee and I were looking desperately to find a photographer for our wedding. Not only did our photos come out amazing but he was super accommodating! And we had a BLAST taking them!"

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Keith A.
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"My experience with Joseph was terrific ! He was very organized and provided a very comfortable work space & the turn around time for my photos came within a week ! His response time, attentiveness to details is what really drew me into his work. And his dedication to providing great results is what’s going to keep me as a returning client. Thank you !!"

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Leilani M.
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"Working with Austin was honestly such a great experience. From the start, he made my friend and I feel super comfortable and gave really helpful direction without making anything feel forced or awkward. The shoot felt natural, and we were able to laugh and just enjoy the moment — which made a big difference in how the pictures turned out. When I got the pictures back, I was so happy with how they turned out — they looked so good! The lighting, the angles, the little details — everything was on point. I could tell they really took their time with it.!"

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Courtney Fulmore
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"I couldn’t have asked for a better graduation photography experience than the one I had with ShotbyJscott! From start to finish, he was professional, creative, and made me feel comfortable in front of the camera. He gave me some great poses, knew the best spots around campus and made sure every shot captured the excitement of graduation. My final photos came out incredible!  If you’re graduating or just looking to capture a special moment, I highly recommend booking with ShotbyJscott. He’s got the eye, the energy, and the editing skills to make your photos stand out. 10/10 would book again!"

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Billy Crittenden
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"I got my graduation pictures done back in may, and Austin was extremely kind and professional! He helped create an atmosphere that made me feel comfortable in front of the camera. The pictures turned out amazing!"

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Isabel Torres
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"I had a poor experience with another photographer and JScott re-took my pictures in a small timeframe and he exceeded beyond my expectations. He was very attentive with making sure I was well positioned and comfortable with the camera and got all the good angles!! I will definitely book again!"

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Shailin Tisdale
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"AMAAZZZZINGGG photographer and very professional!! He is the best in South Carolina, actually the best photographer I had yet ! We shot from 12am to 2am with no complains just to get the perfect shots. Prices are very reasonable and he is very reliable and respectful. I would totally recommend him !!! Please book with Austin!"

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Arianna Sanders
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"He was very accommodating and flexible with all of my wants. His prices were very affordable, and my shoot was with my friend (2 people). The pictures turned out great"

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Jacqueline Askey
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"I had the best experience with Austin. He is so helpful from concept development to execution. He was very patient and took the best pictures of my life. I wouldn't want to book with anyone else!"

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Megan Hamilton
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"I had the absolute BEST experience with Austin for my 50th birthday photoshoot! He is truly amazing at what he does. I came in with a vision, and he turned it into a masterpiece beyond what I could have imagined. The photos that were most important to me—my breast cancer awareness picture and the one honoring my late mother—were captured with such perfection, grace, and meaning. Austin is not only incredibly creative and talented but also very professional, attentive, and easy to work with. He made me feel comfortable throughout the entire shoot and made sure every detail reflected exactly what I wanted. This was such a special milestone for me, and I’m so grateful that he was able to capture it in such a breathtaking way. If you’re looking for someone who can take your ideas and transform them into powerful, breathtaking photos, Austin is the one! I can’t recommend him highly enough."

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Cherise J.
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"ShotsByJscott was such an amazing photographer to work with! He’s flexible and willing to accommodate last-minute shoots if there are no slots available, just like he did for me. I can be pretty awkward when it comes to posing, but he guided me every step of the way and made me feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. Overall, it was an incredible experience, and I’d highly recommend working with him!"

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Lisette A.
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"Not only were the photos absolutely amazing the process was so smooth and Austin helped out so much with posing and helping pick the perfect time of day to get the results I wanted. He is an extremely talented photographer and very creative. I loved every minute of the process!! 100/10 will be booking again 🥳"

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Amiah M.
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"Austin was very helpful in guiding me throughout the photo shoot! He made sure I looked great for the photos and even suggested some poses, as this being my first shoot ever. Austin helped me feel confident and beautiful! Would definitely book again!"


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Keylsia B.
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