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The art of capturing the essence of the subject, whether relationships, personality or emotion, and transposing it to paper, canvas or stone.
Art Portraiture vs Documentary Photos... Anyone with a camera can snap a picture. If you can turn on a light switch and focus, you qualify to operate a fixed-beam "portrait studio" such as found in the "Big Box" outlets. These snapshot portraits are valuable as inexpensive documentary photographs.
Fine art portraiture reached a pinnacle during the 'High Renaissance" period with such masters as Da Vinci, Rembrandt, Titian, etc. With the advent of photographic science came the Photographic Portrait Artist. The traditions of fine art portraiture were passed from the painting masters on to photographic artists.
In today's modern world, the magic of photographic science is available to everyone thanks to one-use, "disposable" cameras, and an abundance of one-hour labs. Today, everybody is able to enjoy making photographs, and try their hand at being artistic.
As with any vocation, there are some people who are drawn to the art and science of portrait photography, who study it, and dedicate themselves to the artistry of photography as their life's work. I am one such person. ___SPC II
The heart and soul of Community, and society in general.
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"Aloha Stan, we received our portraits on Saturday. They are beautiful! We were so excited when we received them. We thought it would take longer. We are very pleased with your work. Thank you very much! The portraits are worth every penny. Again, Thank you very much for your wonderful work. We love our portraits and can't wait to have them framed and on our walls. Aloha and Mahalo" - Claudia Yang, Fontana, CA |
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"Aloha Stan, Our portraits are beautiful! Thank you so much, you are very talented. The portraits of Hayden are amazing and I can't wait to get them up on the wall. Thank you again for making our memories of our family vacation in Hawaii exceptional. We appreciate so much your time and patience with us and you were one of the high points of our family vacation that we will remember for a very long time! Thank you. Everybody just loves the portraits and we get compliments on them all the time, big ones and little ones. Steph & Chad, that live in Australia with Hayden, have just purchased their 1st place and are excited to hang up their beautiful portraits when they move in. They may not have all the furniture they want, but will have beautiful photographs on the walls! Every time we look at the portraits it brings back the wonderful memories of our trip and keep us looking forward to the next one..Thank you for doing such an amazing job! (and making it a fun day too) Take care and many blessings, Therese & Ron Green" - Vista, CA |
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Portraits are Family Art Treasures
Family Portraits are among the most treasured possessions there are, for billions of reasons. As Hawaii Family Fine Art Portrait Photographers we understand the importance and value of beautiful, finely crafted family portraits. In every case it is our goal for you to look your very best in every portrait we create. In Family Portraits we also want to show relationships within your family. We achieve these goals in part by careful use of lighting, placement and pose.
I'm always surprised when people say to me, "Gee, I thought we were just going to sit over there, and you'd snap a couple shots. I didn't know you were going to be so careful about lights and what-not!" I guess there are a number of portrait studios where they still, "Say CHEEESE....One, Two THREE!" Snap! But that's NOT how I make photographs. Sure, everyone has their own way of saying "Cheese", but I don't think that gets a genuine expression. I'd rather you didn't smile if you aren't comfortable smiling!
The best portrait photographers capture real expressions, the real personalities of their subjects. That's what true photographic portraiture is. Otherwise, how is it different from a 'snapshot'? At Paramount Photography Hawaii, we love working with people and bringing out and capturing the essence of their personalities. Give us a call just to talk about your Family Portraits. There is no cost or obligation. We want to be Your Hawaii Portrait Photographers! call (808) 841-7733
A Photograph is a Photograph...Right?....
There are two basic genres of portraiture: Literal, and Interpretive. Within these genres there are many styles defined by lighting, pose, and props. Literal Portraits are documentary in nature and have the subject(s) looking back at the viewer, and usually in an obviously posed posture. Interpretive Portraits have a more candid appearance where the subject(s) are not looking back at the viewer, and appear to be involved in some kind of activity. But what really make the difference in a fine family portrait is the time, sensitivity and care that the artist puts into the creation of your portrait!
Why I Love Making Family Portraits
Growing up with two older sisters and two older brothers, and both parents was a wonderful, hopeful, exciting and sometimes even a little bit scary experience for me. (Older brothers can be ruthless...) I fondly remember the "Family Room" in our house, and Family Nights when we'd all go to a matinee movie, then have dinner together, then maybe a board game or a special TV show.
I remember there were portraits in the Family Room and Living Room as well as snapshots all down the hallway my mom referred to as the "Rogues Gallery". Unfortunately for me, over the years many of these family heirlooms have been lost. So you see I have a real understanding of the value of fine, artistic family portraits that capture and preserve the individual personalities within the whole family dynamic.
I have always been drawn to art...(excuse pun, please..). I've always enjoyed looking at art, and I've always loved creating art! I love art in drawing, painting, and sculpture. I also love art in music, poetry, performance, and I love art photography. I love making Family Portraits because I have a great appreciation for family portraits personally. And because I love making art with special meaning
Your Family Is Unique
You and each of your family members are unique. And I get a real 'charge' out of making beautiful family portraits that are unique to the family I'm working with. If you are interested in having an artfully interpretive portrait made of your family, call me. Let's talk about what is important to you in a portrait of your family. There is no cost or obligation with this call, and I can answer questions you have about where and when your portrait should be made, and how to prepare so everyone looks their very best in your portrait. I can help you with questions you should ask any photographer you are considering. Then you will be better informed when you make the decision on who to hire to create your Family Art Treasures.
So, What Should You Do Right NOW...
Call or Email me right now while you're thinking about it! We both know that as soon as you click off this website, something will demand your attention, and your family portrait will be put on "the back burner"...again.
Time Waits For No One...
Your family is changing every day! Don't put this off. If you do, how much time will pass and how many things will come up to keep you from having a special portrait made at this important time in your family history? Before you know it, a few months or even a year has gone by and you still don't have that wonderful portrait you've dreamed of having on your wall!
Call or Email me Right Now...
If you are one of the first 29 people to contact me this month, (I only accept a maximum of 40 portrait commissions per month), I will send you a free copy of my informative Guide To Family Portraits, (a $9.95 value). And if you decide to hire me to create your portrait, and we book your portrait session by the 30th of this month, (July), I will give you 15% OFF your portrait order! Call or Email me now. (808) 841-7733.
PS. Remember, there is No Cost or Obligation attached to this call just to chat, or your Email for your Free Guide To Family Portraits.
It's Later Than You Think!
Don't wait. Contact me now!
Hawaii's Fine Art Family Portrait Photographer Since 1993
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"I really like it! And the more I look at it the more I really like it! The portrait of the family is just great and the color and detail you get in a portrait that size just really makes it worth it. The shadows within the portrait make it look more realistic then a normal print. It really has changed the way our living room looks and I really enjoy looking at it! The color is beyond description and the couple of people who have come over really like it as well". --Dave Ruckdeschel, Honolulu |
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