A few weeks ago, I spent an hour in the historic Brennan House, located on 5th Street. The House was built in the 1868 for Francis Ronald, with the Brennan Family taking occupancy of the house in 1884. The house was lived in by various members of the Brennan [...]
"Oh, not me. I'm not photogenic." I've heard that sentence more time than I can count and I'm going to let you in on a secret. You're right. You are NOT photogenic. It's not your fault though. You are not photogenic because there is no such this as being [...]
While visiting her friend Kesley, Alexis saw a portrait that I had created for Kesley. This portrait of Kesley was inspired by Joseph Decamp's "Woman Drying Her Hair" Alexis, being a self-described lover of impressionist art, was taken by Kesley's portrait. So much so that she reached [...]
Ben and I first met on a film set and I quickly discovered he is a talented photographer. When a photographer knows what it is to be in front of the camera, they know how to find the best in those they photograph. After seeing his work, I knew I [...]
Several years ago, in my wine-slinging days working events for Old 502 Winery, I was scheduled to work a bridal event at Midlane Farm in Hikes Point. They set up my table next to a photographer and that photographer was - you guessed it - Ben Marcum. Throughout the evening, [...]
You've booked your portrait session. Congratulations, you're going to have a blast! ...now what? Now, We start planning! I want your portrait experience to be special, something that you remember or the rest of your life. I also want it to be a stress-free experience full of laughter! Here's what happens- Your Portrait [...]
"I'm not photogenic" "I don't know how to pose" "I always look mean/sad/scared in photos." Most people feel awkward or uncomfortable in front of a camera, especially at first. It is not uncommon for me to be chatting with someone in the studio, they're relaxed, we're laughing, and then I [...]
One of the features included in your portrait session is a makeup artist. I am beyond thrilled to be partnered with The Beauty Patrol, a team of professional makeup artists who are recognized as some of the best in the region. Here's a few reasons why having your very own makeup [...]
I recently got to hear a world famous photographer, Platon, speak at a convention. He discussed how the act of creating a portrait is a shared experience between the photographer and the person they are photographing. I could not agree with him more - one of the most important parts of [...]
A client recently sent me a message that said, "I normally look terrified in photos. I have no idea what you did to get me to smile and look natural." While I'll take the compliment, the face is, I didn't really "do" anything, except make sure she felt relaxed and [...]
