Most art forms have the capacity to touch our emotions. Portrait images have an additional dimension of expression, communicating how we feel about ourselves, our world, and those closest to us. Family portraits show pride in our family unit, tying us together in love, humor, commitment, and linking the past to the future in a timeless heirloom portrait.
Photographic subjects and settings are limited only by our imaginations….children as they grow, family events, personal statements, business promotions, an addition or a loss are only some of the many reasons for individual, family or family reunion photography.
Choices... Choices... Choices!!!
There are several things to consider when planning your portraits.
One of the most important factors, though, is wardrobe. Will your portraits be formal or more casual?
You want your images to reflect who you feel you are inside. Simple, solid colors or limited patterns are the key to any good portrait.
If you are comfortable in what you are wearing, your portraits will be even better!
Location is another factor, wether the location you choose is your family room, the beach, or a park, the feelings imparted to the portrait is completely personal, a portrait that is completely yours and demonstrates your personality!
5 Easy Steps to Great Portraits!
1) Schedule your appointment
We come to you!
2) Have your portraits made in the convenience of your home or other location..
We will help you capture the looks you trust a professional photographer to create!
3) Finished images will be ready to view in a few days.
It takes two to three days to fully edit and enhance your images for you. Upon completion of the finished images, a second appointment will be available to you to view your portraits in the convenience of your home.
4) Place your order with Michael and your protraits will be delivered usually within two weeks from viewing.
It really is that simple! No pressure, no fuss. You see the images we have created for you and choose what you want.
5) Share your portraits online!
Once you make your first purchase, your portraits are uploaded to your private gallery at
http://www.michaelvalentinephoto.com. From there you will be able to view, share, and reorder your portraits from the convenience of your private and personal gallery. Relatives and friends from around the world will be able to login, with the password that you provide, and view your beautiful portraits, and even order their own enlargements!