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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.

The Callahan Family

Image © Robert Harris Photography

Through the years, we have had the privilege of photographing families and individuals from all walks of life. Some live in foreign countries, others live right next door. In the process of creating a portrait, we find it important to know a little about their lives, what their interests are and the life they share together.

As we created this portrait of the Callahan family, we came to realize that it was not only a beautiful area of their farm, it was also the area that mom would watch from afar as her kids walked to the school bus. Now the children are adults and in college or holding careers of their own and Mom and Dad enjoy the pleasures their first grandchild. Even so, the family is surrounded by an environment that helped shape their lives and holds meaning to them all.

Colors of Autumn

Image © Robert Harris Photography


Fall colors are beginning to "paint" the landscape with beautiful golden hues all around us. The best part is that the most beautiful tree is often in your own yard. Grab your camera and explore the visual display in front you. Be sure to move in close for a few photographs to isolate just a few leaves that catch your eye. A macro lens works best for fine detail, however most point and shoot cameras will have a close up setting (flower symbol) that will allow your camera to be within inches of your subject. The display of colors should be spectacular this year. Enjoy the show!

24x36 Painted Canvas

Image © Robert Harris Photography (24x36) painted canvas

We have had the pleasure of photographing Taylor and his family for several years now. We first met him when his sister was a rising Senior in high school. Since then we have created several portraits for their home to establish a memory for the family (especially Mom and Dad) as their children grow into adults and move away to college.

This portrait compliments Taylor's personality and style which will reflect an accurate portrayal of this young man for his family for generations to come.