Your portraits tell a story or rather several stories of your family. How they looked, what was going on in your life at that time, memories of behind-the-scenes when the image was created, the emotions you felt at that time….
The Beginning
What is the first thing that catches your eye? Is it an expression? Is it the clothing? Is it posture?
I often look at the expressions of my own children along with the details – their hands, dimples in the knuckles when they were younger, were they bold or were they shy…? Were they anxious to have their image captured or were they timid? Each portrait of my child evokes a myriad of emotions for me.
Your Emotion Creates Connection
How do you feel when you look at your images? Do you tear up? Do you have pride?
You don’t just look at an image, you interact with it, you experience it.
The Details
Was the wind blowing? Did the clothing or background have texture? Why was this moment important? What were you feeling?
The details add context and meaning to an image.
Lighting
Was the lighting soft? Was it dramatic? Was it bright? Was it overcast?
Lighting contributes to the mood of an image.
A Moment is Frozen in Time
This is one of the most magical things about a portrait!
Without capturing this moment, time comes and it goes. Everything changes so quickly! Children grow, families change, everyday moments are gone in the blink of an eye. A portrait tells the story of this moment in your life, your family, forever.
When you invest in photography, you are investing in the stories of your family!
Welcome to our fine art photography studio based in Algona, Iowa, specializing in creating custom, heirloom-quality wall portraits and albums designed to become treasured family keepsakes. Our studio focuses on providing a personalized, stress-free experience from planning to finished artwork. We specialize in family & children’s portraits. Come visit us in northwest Iowa or Contact Me for more information! Let’s have fun and create amazing art together!
