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a myopic glimpse

I know.  I know.  What is a myopic glimpse?

I can best describe a myopic glimpse as "a near-sighted view."  It's how I see things.  When I photograph a person, place or object, I like to capture that single moment in time.  I don't bother with how things looked in the past, or what they will be in the future.  Only one moment.  The clock stops, and for a brief second, everything is beautiful.  That's all I see. 

If you "just want your picture taken" I am the wrong photographer for you.  I love unorthodox photography.  I love concept photography.  You want me to photograph your family building sand castles in the sunset?  Awesome.  You want to lay in a snow bank, wrapped in Christmas lights?  I'd love to take that picture!  All of my photographs are taken "on location."  So, you pick the spot, and I'll be there.

Often times, when people think of a portrait, they think of being photographed in a "nice" outfit, sitting in a chair, with a forced smile.  I'd like to change that outlook.  I believe a photograph should reflect who a person really is at the time of the portrait.  I always have ideas, and I would love to hear your ideas, as well.

My specialty is nude photography - predominately females.  I find that my clients are comfortable with me, because I am frank and honest.  The human figure is a thing of beauty, no matter what.  ( I am also proficient in photo retouching for those who dislike their little "beauty marks." )  I also pride myself on confidentiality.  No one will see your photos but you and I.

I also enjoy child photography.  I like discovering the natural innocence in children.  Sometimes posed pictures just don't capture the essence of a child, so I try to catch them having fun.  Being themselves.

I prefer to photograph in natural light, or by candlelight.  I'm not a big fan of flash photography.  I do realize that sometimes flash is a necessity, but I try to avoid it. 

Photo editing software is used to enhance my pictures.  I can do everything from fixing a blemish, to adding a sweet background.  If you can think it up, I can probably make it happen.  I will definitely try.

I live in Traverse City, and I'm willing to travel up to an hour away to take your photograph...Possibly more, depending on circumstances.

There are no prices on my website, because my rates vary greatly depending on where and what you would like me to photograph, and how you would like me to edit the photos.  Just contact me, and I'll give you a quote for what you have in mind.  I will work with your ideas, and your budget, to come up with something spectacular. 

Thanks for checking out my site!

- kristen
 





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