Williamsburg Inn Weddings

Images © Robert Harris Photography

Happy Thanksgiving

Images © Robert Harris Photography



The days have grown colder and the brilliant colors of Autumn have faded into shades of brown with the approach of winter. Even so, we are warmed by a day of celebration and thankfulness. Today is Thanksgiving when we pause to spend time with family and share a meal of together.
May you enjoy this day and the season to follow.

Happy Thanksgiving

Sketchpad of a Relationship

Images © Robert Harris Photography

Often, when working with couples, the lens of a camera becomes a sketchpad of the subjects portrayed in the image. Just as an artist composes an image on a blank sketchpad, so too does the photographer compose an image to "sketch" the resulting frame. When the elements of light, composition and emotion merge, the sketch appears and is ready to be captured. The environment and light enhance the emotional value of the image for a moment that will be valued by the couple for the rest of their lives. When viewing the images in years to come, they will feel the cool breeze blowing through the frame. They will also remember the warmth of their embrace shared in a field ablaze with the colors of Autumn's glory.

A Story full of Meaning

© Robert Harris Photography (Canvas Oil Portrait)

Just a few decades ago, a family household would consist of three generations. Grandparents, parents, and children would all share their lives together living under one roof. (Remember "The Waltons" tv show?)

Today's generation is far different in most cases. Grandparents and grandchildren may be separated by many miles, and in some cases across the seas. Family gatherings may only be possible during special occasions.

To bridge the gap of time together, many grandparents commission us to create a portrait of their grandchildren to enjoy while their little loved ones are away.
Creating a portrait that speaks to the individual family adds layers to the portrait with meaning.

The camera study above is an example of the grandchildren sharing a story together within a garden made for the expressed memory of their late grandfather. Their story is repeated by the sculpture just behind them with walking stones gracefully leading the viewer through the visual story. This meaningful moment is captured especially for grandmother. A gift of art of her family that carries a lifetime of meaning.