Chapel Hill, North Carolina

PROFESSIONAL
PHOTOGRAPHY
IN CHAPEL HILL

Capture IT Studios delivers commercial, real estate, aerial, drone, and sport photography across Chapel Hill, NC and the greater Triangle region. From the iconic UNC campus and Franklin Street to the rolling hills of southern Orange County, we bring professional-grade photography to every corner of Chapel Hill and Carrboro.

50+

Chapel Hill Projects

15+

Years Based Here

SAME DAY

Scheduling Available

$0

Travel Fee

All 5 Services in Chapel Hill

PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES
AVAILABLE IN CHAPEL HILL

01

COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Professional commercial photography for Chapel Hill businesses, UNC-affiliated startups, medical practices along Manning Drive, and brands across Orange County. From product launches to corporate events at The Carolina Inn and Top of the Hill, we deliver images that drive results.

02

REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY

High-quality listing photography for Chapel Hill agents and brokers selling in Meadowmont, Southern Village, Governors Club, The Oaks, and across Orange County. HDR interiors, twilight exteriors, and same-day delivery for MLS.

03

AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY

FAA-certified aerial photography across Chapel Hill and Orange County airspace. Our Part 107 pilots capture elevated perspectives for commercial properties, construction progress, and land documentation with full LAANC compliance near RDU.

04

DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY

Precision drone photography for Chapel Hill real estate, new construction in Meadowmont and Briar Chapel, commercial properties, and roof inspections. 4K video, orthomosaic mapping, and detailed inspection reports delivered within 48 hours.

05

SPORT PHOTOGRAPHY

Game-day action, team portraits, and tournament coverage for youth leagues, schools, and clubs across Wake County.

Where We Shoot

OUR FAVORITE CHAPEL HILL PHOTO LOCATIONS

UNC CAMPUS & BELL TOWER

Iconic Morehead-Patterson Bell Tower, Old Well, arched walkways, and South Building columns. The most recognizable Chapel Hill backdrops for any professional photography project.

Best for: Commercial, Portraits, Editorial

COKER ARBORETUM

A hidden gem on UNC’s campus with winding paths, mature tree canopy, stone walls, and year-round botanical interest. Intimate and peaceful.

Best for: Portraits, Outdoor Sessions, Branding

FRANKLIN STREET

Chapel Hill’s iconic main street with local storefronts, murals, restaurant patios, and pedestrian energy. The heart of the town’s identity.

Best for: Commercial, Branding, Editorial

CAROLINA NORTH FOREST

700+ acres of forest trails, open meadows, and creek crossings just minutes from campus. Natural light and wooded privacy.

Best for: Outdoor Sessions, Sport, Nature

SOUTHERN VILLAGE

A walkable mixed-use community with green spaces, a town square, and classic small-town architecture. Clean, inviting backgrounds.

Best for: Commercial, Branding, Lifestyle

JORDAN LAKE

Reservoir shoreline with sandy beaches, pine forests, and dramatic sunset views. 20 minutes south of Chapel Hill with expansive golden-hour light.

Best for: Outdoor Sessions, Aerial, Sport
Every Neighborhood

CHAPEL HILL NEIGHBORHOODS WE SERVE

Downtown Chapel Hill Franklin Street Carrboro Meadowmont Southern Village Governors Club The Oaks Briar Chapel Carol Woods Eastgate Timberlyne Northside Pine Knolls Colony Woods Homestead Park Lake Hogan Farms Culbreth Park UNC Campus Fordham Boulevard Estes Hills Coker Hills Glen Lennox Finley Forest Weaver Dairy

Don’t see your neighborhood? We serve all of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Orange County with zero travel fee. Contact us to confirm availability in your area.

Local Expertise

WHY CHAPEL HILL
TRUSTS CAPTURE
IT STUDIOS

Knowing Chapel Hill isn’t just about GPS coordinates — it’s our competitive advantage. We know the exact golden-hour timing at the Coker Arboretum in every season. We know which Franklin Street rooftops have the best campus views. We know the lighting at The Carolina Inn, The Barn of Chapel Hill, and every major venue in town. We know which UNC campus locations give the most dramatic architectural backdrops, and which Carrboro spots offer the most natural, relaxed settings.

This local expertise means faster location scouting, better shot planning, and images that feel authentically Chapel Hill — because they are. Combine that with professional-grade equipment, FAA Part 107 certified drone pilots for aerial and drone photography, and a streamlined process built for Chapel Hill’s pace, and you have a photography studio that delivers exceptional results with zero friction. View our pricing, browse our portfolio, or read client reviews to see why Chapel Hill chooses Capture IT Studios.

Chapel Hill Questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS ABOUT
CHAPEL HILL PHOTOGRAPHY

Our favorite Chapel Hill locations include the UNC campus (Bell Tower, Old Well, South Building), Coker Arboretum (botanical paths and shade canopy), Franklin Street (urban energy and storefronts), Carolina North Forest (wooded trails and meadows), Southern Village (town square and green spaces), and Jordan Lake (sunset waterfront shoots). We recommend locations based on your project type and goals. Learn more about our commercial photography.

Real estate photography starts at $150, sport photography from $300, commercial photography from $750, and aerial and drone add-ons start at $100. No travel fee for any Chapel Hill or Orange County location. See our pricing page for full details.

Yes. Most of Chapel Hill falls outside controlled airspace, making drone operations straightforward. Our FAA Part 107 certified pilots follow all federal regulations and obtain LAANC authorization when needed for flights closer to RDU. We regularly fly drone missions across Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and southern Orange County. All flights are fully insured and FAA compliant. Learn more about our drone services.

Real estate photography offers same-day and next-day booking. Commercial projects and aerial photography are usually scheduled within 1–3 weeks. Contact us for current Chapel Hill availability.

Yes! We serve the entire Triangle with zero travel fee — including Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Holly Springs, Wake Forest, Garner, and all of Wake, Durham, and Orange counties. Visit our areas we serve page for full coverage details.

READY TO BOOK YOUR CHAPEL HILL PHOTO SESSION?

Capture IT Studios is Chapel Hill’s photography partner — serving every neighborhood in the community with 5 professional photography services, same-day scheduling for real estate, and the fastest turnaround in the Triangle. Tell us about your project and our team responds within 24 hours. Also explore our other service areas across North Carolina.