At Focus, we light our subjects the way Rembrandt did (he was an artist, for those of you who skipped art class.) We’ve learned through studying the master painters (and years of training) how a large, soft light can flatter every face when angled correctly. Look at how gently the light fades off of Meaghon’s cheekbones into the shadow on the left side of her face. Our expertise with lighting gives every Focus portrait the timeless qualities of a work of art.
Lights and reflectors are positioned to twinkle in the iris and emphasize your eyes. Without this, images are lifeless, but at Focus, bright eyes bring our images to life.
All Focus Portraits receive Hollywood style retouching and smoothing to ensure that you look your very best.
Focus Portraits have a full dynamic range, with both smooth, soft shadows and a glowing shine in the highlights.
In a Focus Portrait, all lines within the image lead back to the subject, and backgrounds are chosen to match the outfit and its colors.
“The session was incredible. Will made me feel like a movie star! I’ve never seen pictures of myself that looked so amazing, and I got 100% bragging rights with my friends when it came to pictures. I wish you could have seen everyone’s face the day they saw my pics. Everyone was basically jealous - Mine were by far the best!”
“Thanks for everything! I was absolutely dreading getting my photos done, but things came out perfectly - better than I could have hoped for.”
“During the photo shoot, I could tell John was having fun, and I don’t think he anticipated enjoying being photographed... I thought the pricing was very reasonable. I appreciated having the session fee separate - with no obligation to purchase anything. It made the whole experience less pressured.”
“I had so much fun at my photo session that I would redo it again and again if I could. I felt famous! Will was so funny, and I was really laughing, and not fake smiling. It was really ME. ”
“#1 - Will’s crazy, & being a kind of shy person myself, he made me comfortable and relaxed rather than stiff. Loved the gagillion changes of outfits, & I LOVE my pictures.
“Will’s style is more artistic which helps to make every picture he takes into something special. My sessions with Will were very laid back - he made me feel right at home, and the whole session was a lot of fun. I liked that with my finished images I had so many expressions, outfits and locations. I didn’t have to worry about what if I did this instead, because we did it all.”
“I had a really enjoyable time. I liked how Will’s directions on how I could move and pose were very easy to understand & follow. My pictures are all so different, and yet all me. Some are so good I have to take a second look & remind myself whose picture I’m looking at.”
“The images were awesome. Not only was there a lot of thought process in the background/setting, you also helped Vanessa select the outfits that suited her best... Knowing how much the cost would be in advance was very helpful for staying in budget and not getting carried away.”
“My photo sessions were fun and easy (this coming from someone who dreaded doing it in the first place). You made it fun and enjoyable; you had clear demands and direction; you made the process easy.”
“You put Chris at ease - He did not want to do this, and you inspired him to have fun with it!”
“I loved my photo sessions! It was so much fun, and me and my friend had a blast, and Will made us feel very comfortable.”
“You did everything right with Brittni - it was a great experience. I don’t think there’s much you could do to improve the process.”
“Senior portraits at Focus is a once in a lifetime experience. Your senior pics are so important, and Focus makes them great.”
“My experience with Focus was excellent. Will really knew what he was doing. There was nothing traditional about my sessions, and that is what I loved most about them!”
“From the minute we arrived for the photo shoot to picking up our order, we were treated with excellent service. We were comfortable with our whole experience with you.”
“The actual session was a blast, and not at all terrifying, as I thought it might be. You used a lot of unique camera angles and the experience was excellent. I loved the different hues and tones that were added to the pictures. The color choices helped to bring the portraits to life.”
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Focus Photography is located at 305 Commercial Street, Portland, Maine 04101, or you can call us at (207) 772-4274.
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