Do you enjoy having your picture taken? Most people are not at their most comfortable in front of the camera. The truth is, unless you’re a professional model, there’s nothing natural about having your photograph taken. You’re at a location you’ve never visited before, posing for a photographer, without knowing what she or he is …
M came to Arizona from Virginia to compete in a fitness competition. He wanted a fitness photo shoot here as well as some novel marketing photos taken in the desert during his stay. We emailed back and forth developing a concept and determining who would bring what. As he was flying here, his ability to …
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V and I have known each other for awhile and I’ve always found her to be an ambitious, vivacious, and beautiful person. I photographed the incredible dance troupe she choreographs and directs and was elated when she contacted me to do head shots. She was nominated for a highly coveted award and needed a headshot …
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I met E for a pre-consultation and fell in love with his attitude and his easy spirit. He wanted a professional headshot so we developed some concepts in our meeting then I sent him styling tips and finally we shot at his alma mater, ASU for a meaningful and remarkable headshot session. Here’s what worked …
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E wanted senior pictures times 4! The session was for her son, her nephew and their two best buds. She wanted individuals of each high school senior in 2 looks as well as group and paired shots of the boys. We shot in Scottsdale and I love the pictures we got of the high school …
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M is a beautiful young woman who wanted a last minute high school senior portraits session right before graduation. I usually like to meet with clients, especially seniors, in advance of a session but time was short so we met on the day of the shoot and found we worked pretty well together! We shot at …
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A’s husband wanted to give her a gift that would show her how beautiful, strong and amazing he thinks she is so he surprised her with a portrait photography session with Elaine Kessler Photography! After developing her shoot, she had her hair and makeup styled by Anessa Matthews. She wanted something cool, unique and courageous …
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I love exploring Arizona – it’s a hotbed of awesome sights and fascinating landscapes. Beautiful flowers rise out of beautiful saguaros. Beautiful birds flutter in beautiful plants. Beautiful colors fill our big, beautiful skies but beware of Arizona’s beauty – danger lurks everywhere! It’s wonderful scenery for portraits, but be aware! I photographed a chef/blogger/author …
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I photographed an event for the Arizona alumni of Claremont McKenna College at the University Club of Phoenix. What I love about event photography like this is the energy these events generate. The vibe created when a group of people get together always provides incredible opportunities for great captures. I am a big fan of awesome …
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I’ve been photographing BK for awhile now. His mom and I are friends who hail from the same hometown of Hampton, Virginia and both chose the valley of the sun in Arizona to lay roots. I love BK’s attitude, especially as complemented by his mom’s penchant for dressing him like an old man. We do …
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