Capturing your memories for lifetimes.

Enter TyLemar // k.H.a. lifestyle photography // Columbus Lifestyle Photographer

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Before moving here to Ohio, I probably would have told you that I wasn’t going to ever use studio lighting, that I was absolutely a natural light only kind of photographer, and at the time, probably would have meant it.

I am SO glad that that is no longer the case, nor is it my mindset.

Off camera flash and studio lighting, HOW DID I NOT TAKE THIS LEAP SOONER?

I started working with Staley earlier this year, producing shoots, assisting where needed and just generally learning all of the things. I’ve been buying books to teach myself different lighting diagrams and the theory behind it, but it wasn’t until I had the opportunity to watch it in action that I really truly realized how amazing (and powerful) lighting can be.

This fall, I had the opportunity to produce along side Staley the fall fashion editorial for PRIZM News, which is launching October 1st.  No, these frames are absolutely not from that shoot, for those you’ll have to wait for the first issue to drop, but I did meet TyLemar while working that phenomenal shoot. Finding out that his background is in dance rather than modeling kinda blew my mind, he is a natural in ever sense of the word.

Thankfully, he was willing to come get in front of my camera, again, which meant that we got to spend some more time playing with light.

Finding someone who is not only willing to come and get in front of my camera but is also inherently comfortable doing so, that’s a rare thing. We had a blast in my studio that night, created some really fun images, and loaded TyLemar up with new head shots for his new adventure living in Philadelphia.

When is the last time that you had your head shots updated? If you have to think about the answer to that, let’s get you booked.

I promise, you’ll have fun.

 

Portraiture

Photography is a way of feeling, touching, loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever… it remembers the little things, long after You have forgotten everything.”

– Aaron Siskind

.what to expect.

Lifestyle portraits are unlike any other. Rather than the staid, frozen portraits of the Olan Mills era, or the frozen (and very dated) department store headshot, lifestyle portraiture captures you and your family in an everyday location, interacting naturally with each other.  (Headshots are sliiiiiightly different, but not much)

 Examples can be baking cookies, reading books, working on a puzzle, crafts, the simple act of snuggling on the couch with those you love. Serious bonus if you like to play and have fun.

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.initial consultation.

No matter what I’m photographing, I’m a firm believer that in order to capture the truest emotions and the most genuine interactions, the relationship between yourselves and your photographer is hugely important. As such, I like to sit down with my clients, both long time and perspective, over a cup of coffee or a glass of wine at the end of the workday as an initial consultation for all sessions.

.the paperwork.

Once we’ve both decided that we’re a good fit for each other (yes, you read that right) we’ll walk through k.H.a. lifestyle photography’s portrait session contract, both signing, a retainer of 50% of your total package will be paid. 

Then the planning starts.

The creative process, such as it is, starts here.  I am able to best serve you at my creative best when I have a crystal clear idea of what you’re wanting your shoot to look like.

Creating portraits for y’all, it’s collaborative. 

In order to ensure that we’re on the same page, your sessions mood board is developed. 

Here’s where the collaboration really takes off.  I want you to email me your ideas, link me into your Pinterest board, text me screenshots, send me links to articles that have images you like. You get the jist. 

.after the session.

Once your session has been captured, it will take me no longer than two weeks to develop & finalize your gallery, your reveal is scheduled at the time of contract signing. 

 Your reveal, at which you will select the images and finalize your fine art product order, includes light snacks, and refreshments. 

Questions? Let’s sit down for a cup of coffee!