About

Hello…

My name is Marvin Sease Jr.

As a lifestyle and wedding photographer rooted in Atlanta, GA—and proudly serving Charleston, SC and the surrounding areas—I believe photography is more than a profession. It is my calling. I’m driven by the magic found in real moments: the breath before a smile, the quiet emotion in someone’s eyes, the beauty of a sky that feels like it was painted just for you. My goal is never just to take pictures, but to witness you—your laughter, your tenderness, your presence—and to honor those moments with images that feel alive. If I can reveal something true, something meaningful, something you’ll want to hold onto forever, then I know I’ve done my job.

I’ve always been a creative at heart. An unapologetic tech geek, I’m fascinated by anything that elevates what’s possible—new tools, new ideas, new ways of seeing the world. If photography hadn’t captured me first, I would have found my home in music. Creating it, breathing it, living it. Music has always been the constant rhythm in my life, playing on loop in my mind 8 days a week—a phrase my father, the late, great blues singer Marvin Sease, made famous. His legacy reminds me daily that creativity is inherited, but purpose is chosen.

And my purpose is this: to bring joy to the people I photograph. To create images that hold the weight of a moment and the warmth of a memory. To celebrate your story with intention and heart. It is my honor—and truly my joy—to help you preserve the moments that matter most.

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I credit the year 2013 as the beginning of my professional journey into photography.  However it was this image above that I took in the summer of 2012 that is my absolute favorite.  It was an engagement photo that I took for some friends … — I credit the year 2013 as the beginning of my professional journey into photography. However it was this image above that I took in the summer of 2012 that is my absolute favorite. It was an engagement photo that I took for some friends of mine, and compared to now, when I took this image, I can admit that I really didn’t know what I was doing. lol But the moment I snapped this image, the stars aligned. It was simply the right moment at the right time. This image proved to me that photography wasn’t just about knowing the technical side of operating the camera. It’s not even about it being the right time of day. It’s about the relationship of your subject and capturing the right moment. Understanding that once that moment is gone you can’t get it back. Its about establishing a bond of sorts between the client and myself so that I am in tune with that moment so that I can freeze it.. so that I can capture it.. so that I can Sease The Moment…

Testimonials

"I can truly say the Sease the Moment Photography is just that. I was looking for someone to capture moments with myself and my three sons who are all at different stages in life (ages at the time: 20, 17, and 12). When a friend recommended Sease The Moment, I reached out immediately; from the time of contact up until our photo arrivals I was impressed. Marvin is very professional and strives for excellence in what he does. I gave him a vision and he made it reality; from the venue to the setting. He worked with my schedule to make sure my sons and I were able to have enough time and liberty to capture the moments we wanted. My sons never liked taking photos because of the time it took and they would always say, this is too much. At the time we took photos, we hadn’t taken photos together as a family in 9 years. I was pleasantly surprised by how much fun the boys had and how they were not aggravated; because normally they would have been aggravated 5 minutes in. This is just a testament of how enjoyable our session was. The boys actually expressed to me how much fun they had and how professional Marvin was. He made all of us very comfortable and definitely made the session a lively, fun, memorable session. After our session, he was very prompt in sending our photos to view and I’m telling you, the viewing process was awesome in itself. Once I chose my photos, Marvin worked with me on deciding what type and size photos I wanted to get and he was very patient (trust me I changed like 20 times...LOL). When I received my photos I was extremely pleased and happy. Because of his professionalism, excellence, patience, and awesome talent I will continue to request his services for momentous occasions in life. I feel like I’ve gained a Photographer for life! I would recommend Sease The Moment Photography to anyone for photography services, whether it is just your everyday photos, special occasions, or specialty sessions! THANK YOU SEASE THE MOMENT! YOU ARE THE DEFINITION OF EXCELLENCE!"

~ DeAun R.

“For my 40th birthday, I decided to schedule a photo shoot with Sease the Moment photography and I have absolutely no regrets! I went to Marvin with my vision but couldn’t quite articulate how this was going to be achieved. He said, “Don’t worry Lee Lee, this is going to be epic.” Indeed it was and I never felt more beautiful. Thank you, Sease the Moment!”

~ Leondra G.

“I wanted to get pictures taken of my daughter, Annisa and myself. The last professional pictures I had taken of her was when she was 6 months. It didn’t turn out like I planned...she pouted, cried and frowned through the entire session. So....She was 4 at the time of me contacting Marvin to get some pictures taken...so yes I was a little behind! I’m not gonna lie I was scared. Thank GOD the entire experience with STM was perfect. I had no complaints. Marvin had so much patience with my babygirl. She was a big ball of energy and it didn’t phase him one bit. She had an absolute blast! Our session was awesome, his ideas worked and our pictures were beautiful! I can honestly say our photos definitely captured our personalities. I’m so glad we did it and can’t wait to take some more! Sease the Moment Photography is definitely a step above the rest! Give him a try you won’t regret it! “

~ Laketha P.

“I've done a boudoir, individual, and family shoot with Sease The Moment Photography. With every shoot Marvin has brought me out of my shyness and has delivered the most beautiful images I have ever seen of myself. The photo albums that he puts together are amazing!!!. Sease The Moment will forever be my go to photographer because I trust his vision and his eye for detail. His craft grows more and more everyday.”

~ Luny P.

"I was one of his very first shoots, been in love every since!!! His shoots are inspirational, full of life, and always innovative. The way he captures his subjects are just awe inspiring. Thanks Marvin for always having and seeing the vision!!! Keep shining!! #STM"

~ Cherie M.

“Sease the Moment Photography captured every moment of my wedding day. He made me & my husband feel as though he was apart of our family. Thanks for everything especially my memorial picture of my dad!!!!!!!!!”

~ Tamara B.