Description The reflection of historic Drayton Hall in the reflecting pond. Drayton Hall, in the Carolina 'Low Country' near Charleston, South Carolina, is one of the most handsome examples of Palladian architecture in North America.The house was built for John Drayton, begun in 1738 and completed in 1742, using both free and slave labor. The seven-bay double pile plantation house stands in a 630-acre (2.5 km2) site that is part of the plantation based on indigo and rice. Drayton Hall is the only plantation house on the Ashley River to survive the American Revolution and Civil War intact. Seven generations of Drayton heirs preserved the house in all but original condition, though the flanking outbuildings have not survived: an earthquake destroyed the laundry house in 1886 and a hurricane destroyed the kitchen in 1893,
Dustin K Ryan, Charleston SC Member Since April 2010 Artist Statement Born in Portland Oregon in 1977 Dustin grew up in the lush Columbia River Gorge where film and photography became a passion and way to express his artistic talents. An avid sailor, surfer, and nature lover, Dustin moved to Hawaii in 1998 and resided on the islands of Kauai and Maui for 8 years. Now living in Charleston South Carolina, Dustin enjoys the Lowcountry lifestyle and the amazing variety of activities and photo opportunities in the area. Dustin uses all Canon digital bodies and lenses for the best image quality. All images are copyright and available for purchase at Imagekind or localy by contacting Dustin directly. Available for hire, starting $500 per assignment.