board of directors
March 2026 - March 2027 Term
Secretary
Erika Hatfield
Next Level Photo Education
I'm a professional photographer and photography educator with nearly two decades of experience behind the camera. As the owner of Hatfield Photography and founder of Next Level Photo Education, I have helped thousands of photographers and students of all ages develop their creative vision and technical skills.
I enjoy connecting with fellow photographers, continuing to grow as an artist, and helping others discover new ways to see the world through photography.
Treasurer
Erica Watson
Erica Watson Photography
I am a self taught photographer whose love of travel grew out of the stories I would read as a child. I wanted to see and visit them all! As time passed, I knew that I didnt want to buy trinkets everywhere I went, but instead wanted to show others the amazing things I saw and experienced. I tend to be drawn to water and any associated areas.
It will come as no surprise to anyone that I feel most at home in the water (Pisces...) and as such, many of my travels are built around access to some sort of water. Everything from surfing to scuba diving. On the flip, or land side, I am completely enamored with racing, of any sort. As a child I was fascinated with motorbikes and horses, as an adult many of my hobbies and trips leading up to now have involved any and all combinations of water, racing and most recently, horses.
I like to share my passion with others and will talk to anyone who is interested in learning more about photogrpahy in general or underwater photography specifally.
Membership Chair
Erika Hatfield
Next Level Photo Education
I'm a professional photographer and photography educator with nearly two decades of experience behind the camera. As the owner of Hatfield Photography and founder of Next Level Photo Education, I have helped thousands of photographers and students of all ages develop their creative vision and technical skills.
I enjoy connecting with fellow photographers, continuing to grow as an artist, and helping others discover new ways to see the world through photography.
Midlands Chair
David Foster
I am an accomplished IT professional, entrepreneur, and passionate photographer. My career has spanned multiple disciplines, including information technology, business consulting, training, and creative production. Currently, I specialize in providing tailored IT solutions for small to medium-sized businesses, helping them streamline their technology infrastructure and improve operational efficiency.
In addition to my technical pursuits, I have formed Castle Spotlight Productions LLC, a creative enterprise focused on Real Estate and Architectural media. I am a member of the Professional Photographers of America and serve on the Executive Board of Directors as Secretary for the Professional Photographers of South Carolina, showcasing a commitment to excellence in photography. Furthermore, I hold an FAA certification as a drone pilot, allowing me to explore new perspectives in aerial photography.
Beyond my professional achievements, I am an enthusiastic nature photographer. I am a member of the Carolina Nature Photographers Association and actively participate in the Columbia Camera Club where I share my passion for capturing captivating images.
I have a deep dedication to conservation and environmental awareness which is reflected in my memberships with the Columbia Audubon Society and the South Carolina Native Plant Society.
Coastal Chair
Charles Tumbleston
Tumbleston Photography Studios
charles@tumblestonphotography.com
Charles Tumbleston opened his first photo studio in 1980. He quickly established himself as one of Charleston’s premier photographers. And in the years that followed, his one-person operation grew into the two-studio Lowcountry mainstay that is Tumbleston Photography Studios.
Today, nearly 40 years later, Charles is still involved. And his passion for quality and innovation remains at the core of the business. Our mission? To not merely take pictures, but to artistically depict the story of the faces, personalities, and moments we’re entrusted to capture.
Tumbleston’s two large studio spaces are both fully-equipped and staffed with a highly-skilled, talented team of photographers and production experts. Both studios are also actively involved in the West Ashley and Moncks Corner communities in which they’re located and are regular contributors to local charities.
Newsletter Editor
David Foster
I am an accomplished IT professional, entrepreneur, and passionate photographer. My career has spanned multiple disciplines, including information technology, business consulting, training, and creative production. Currently, I specialize in providing tailored IT solutions for small to medium-sized businesses, helping them streamline their technology infrastructure and improve operational efficiency.
In addition to my technical pursuits, I have formed Castle Spotlight Productions LLC, a creative enterprise focused on Real Estate and Architectural media. I am a member of the Professional Photographers of America and serve on the Executive Board of Directors as Secretary for the Professional Photographers of South Carolina, showcasing a commitment to excellence in photography. Furthermore, I hold an FAA certification as a drone pilot, allowing me to explore new perspectives in aerial photography.
Beyond my professional achievements, I am an enthusiastic nature photographer. I am a member of the Carolina Nature Photographers Association and actively participate in the Columbia Camera Club where I share my passion for capturing captivating images.
I have a deep dedication to conservation and environmental awareness which is reflected in my memberships with the Columbia Audubon Society and the South Carolina Native Plant Society.
Chairman of the Board
Esther Gambrell
Shining Star Studios
Esther owns Shining Star Studios LLC in Clover, SC since 2007. She specializes in commercial branding, headshots, and high volume portraits. She also runs a photography Facebook group for ladies living in the Upstate called Upstate Shutter Sisters.
