Huffaker Photography http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/ en Copyright 2011 Wed, 20 Oct 2010 23:00:54 -0600 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification Newborn portrait photographer - Des Moines, IA newborn portrait photography session. 

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]]> http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/10/newborn-portrait-photographer---des-moines-ia.html http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/10/newborn-portrait-photographer---des-moines-ia.html Children's Portraits newborn baby pictures Newborn portrait photographers Wed, 20 Oct 2010 23:00:54 -0600 Des Moines Wedding Photographers - capturing love, as it is.
This is what I was working to capture the whole time. These ingredients are what it takes to capture true love. Photoshop cannot portray love and emotion. Lighting, composition, and timing can! We feel that the anticipation of a moment is the best way to truly tell a story as a wedding photographer. Our patience continues to pay off, and knowing our equipment and lighting scenario is what allows us to capture each moment when it happens. In other words, NOT missing the shot! We are NOT photojournalist; we are candid, real life wedding photographers!

Each wedding we photograph is different, everything is always changing. There is no constant, just like there is no single answer to any photograph. It's the passion and love of a wedding photographer that will capture the boundless love that can be found all around the world.

Being a wedding photographer in Des Moines, IA is truly rewarding! 
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Good luck, and happy searching! 

Your fiance didn't settle for the ordinary, should you? Call today and schedule a FREE bridal consultation with the best Des Moines Wedding Photographer. 

Studio - (515) 963-5449
]]> http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/08/des-moines-wedding-photographers-1.html http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/08/des-moines-wedding-photographers-1.html Des Moines Wedding Photographer Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:01:39 -0600 Des Moines Wedding Photographers Des Moines Wedding Photographers in a short amount of time.

We don't turn down clients because they don't look like a model, or happen to be an average American with a size 8-14 waist... Every bride is beautiful, no matter what the size! There are so many photographers who may not post images from a particular wedding on their blog or website. Why? Because the bride may have been a plus-sized bride, and that's not the image that they want to portray. We have found over the years that having an open mind, and an appreciation for all clients allows us to capture the true love and romance that surrounds each and every wedding day. Our experience has taught us to be patient and anticipate the moments of passion and love that unfolds on this beautiful day. This is what makes us who we are and shows that we have a genuine interest in capturing a love story. Our clients are more than just a number...

If you're looking for a Des Moines Wedding Photographer that will capture the memories of your day without worry and stress, call today - (515) 963-5449
]]> http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/08/des-moines-wedding-photographers.html http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/08/des-moines-wedding-photographers.html Wedding Photographers Des Moines Wedding Photographer Plus-size bride Wed, 25 Aug 2010 12:06:21 -0600 Professional Photographer - Ankeny and Des Moines
Photographer - noun
a person who takes photographs, esp. one who practices photography professionally.

So the word can be used loosely to describe anyone who takes photographs. Many of our wedding and portrait clients would agree that we set ourselves apart. We do this by controlling the viewable quality that is perceived as coming from our photography studio. A lot of times we'll release photographs on social media sites such as Facebook. This allows our images to be seen by thousands of people within minutes. It's also nice to see comments and feedback on your services to assure you that you're still doing an amazing job. Other clients can tag the images or albums and recommend you to their friends. In my opinion, it is the most economical and efficient way of advertising in the 21st century. 

We love children's photography because we love capturing a young life that is blossoming right in front of you. Children's portraits are a challenge because they're so rambunctious, and always moving. We like to take the lifestyle approach to photographing children in their every day environment. Show who they are, and what they were like at this certain age.

Wedding photography is our love - capturing the emotion and details that go into each wedding day is truly an honor. Every wedding is a part of history. It cannot be redone; it's not easily rescheduled. It is what it is, and that is something special! Having the ability to capture love as it is is such a powerful thing. Telling a story that can be relived for years to come is an art, not something your friend or uncle can do with a nice camera. The process is long, and the hours spent behind a camera and computer are many. This is your day for bridal photography. Don't take a chance - hire a professional wedding photographer.

Senior Pictures are what we love the most. We are commissioned to create amazing senior portraits that define our subjects. The expression, the dimples, and sometimes attitude, that defines who this young adult is. Our clients are typically looking for something different when they come to our studio. We invest a lot of time and money in making sure we offer something different to our senior clients.

The effort put into the capture of each image, and the work put in after the image is captured is what makes a professional photographer. Know the difference when hiring someone to capture a piece of family history.

Call our Ankeny photography studio today to book your session. 515-963-5449

--Clint


  ]]> http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/05/professional-photographer---ankeny-and-des-moines.html http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/05/professional-photographer---ankeny-and-des-moines.html Children's Portraits Photographers Corner Senior Pictures Wedding Photographers children's portraits Professional Photographers Senior Pictures Wedding Photographers Thu, 20 May 2010 08:42:24 -0600 How many hats can you wear? Dane Sanders said "How many different hats can we wear as business owners?"

If you think someone else can do a job more efficiently, then sell that hat! This will allow you to spend more time in the hat that makes you money!

I've always been a believer in buying the latest and greatest equipment. Why? Because our customers can see the difference, and they make comments on the key part(s) of the image which were made possible by the upgraded equipment. If we can do this at every shoot, then we know we're doing the right thing. We can't just buy equipment because it's new, or because we saw some pictures on the internet.

You have to know how to utilize the features and functionality of the equipment in order to get the return on your investment. If you can't utilize all the new and differentiating features of this equipment then it's a waste of money. End result - Know your equipment!

At Huffaker Photography, I feel that we do an AMAZING job of utilizing the newest technologies to help set us apart. Christie and I have different levels, and areas, of knowledge. Fortunately they all come together very well. Photography is an art, Business is business. You can't let either one get in the way, and if you do, one will suffer. This is when you know it's time to stop wearing the crippling hat, and sell it!

Because photographers are wearing so many hats, you have to know when to take one off, and put another one on. Are you buying a new camera because the creative side of you wants to, or because it's a smart business investment? Will you track your return on this investment by running reports on your images. In Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, you can easily see what images were shot with what camera, or lens. This can show you what your clients are buying the most of. There is a large amount of information in Lightroom that can help you earn more money when you're behind the lens. When it's time to put on the Sales hat, show more of what your clients are buying, not what the photographer likes the most...

It's a different mind set, but I think if you challenge yourself to know what hat you're wearing and when to wear each hat, you will come out ahead.

--Clint
]]> http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/05/how-many-hats-can-you-wear.html http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/05/how-many-hats-can-you-wear.html Photographers Corner Photography Business Fri, 14 May 2010 10:51:58 -0600 Change - Why?
After discussing some things with Scott Hayne of Scott Hayne Photography I realized how different we could be if we invested in the new radiopoppers system. Christie and I discussed the investment in this technology and decided that it would be worth it. It would change not only our style, but it would also increase our efficiency during Weddings. It's just another tool in the bag baby!

The Result? Our clients LOVE the detail and blue skies in their images. We've had this capability for some time, using Nikon's CLS (Creative Lighting System), but radiopoppers takes this feature to a new level!

Stay tuned for for some images create with the new radiopoppers technology! If you'd like to view some images where we first used CLS, go here.

- Clint


]]> http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/05/change---why.html http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/05/change---why.html Photographers Corner radiopoppers wedding photography Fri, 14 May 2010 10:31:58 -0600 professional photographer for your senior pictures
Everything we do is custom, from graduations invitations, to album design. We do everything by hand and let the 'other' studio look like the 'other' studios. :)

Christie has a degree in Graphic Design with a minor in photography. She adds another level of service to our studio that many others can't. Things look the way they should and are appealing to the eye. We choose to not use some choppy template that takes a minute to create and email as a proof. Of course it's quicker, and of course it cost less. But, is that really the way you want to present your image to the rest of the world. Is THAT the way you want to be remembered?

Let us take care of you, and show you the difference that you deserve when wrapping up your Senior year of High School.


]]> http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/04/professional-photographer-for-your-senior-pictures.html http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/04/professional-photographer-for-your-senior-pictures.html Des Moines Senior Photographer Senior Pictures Senior Portraits Wed, 28 Apr 2010 14:58:11 -0600 Kansas City Wedding Photographers - Why hire from out of town? Wedding Photography market with some key individuals. We'll also be spending a lot of time with the infamous owners of Barbour Backdrops.

This winter we invested some money in one of Barbour's beautiful backdrops and lattice box sets. They work so well for our studio portraits and give a unique depth to our portraits. I could go on and on about how amazing they really are, but I would rather send you over to their website and their art speak for itself. Go Here: http://www.barbourbackdrops.com

We feel that education and vendor interaction is a huge part of our success. We listen to our clients and other vendors to find out exactly what our clients want. There are so many amazing photographers around the country, but there are not enough that actually listen to what their clients want. We strive to give our clients exactly what they expect and more.

I look forward to meeting with vendors at the HOA Professional Photographers convention in Kansas City and hope to make some great connections with some local Wedding venues in Kansas City.
]]> http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/04/kansas-city-wedding-photographers---why-hire-from-out-of-town.html http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/04/kansas-city-wedding-photographers---why-hire-from-out-of-town.html Wedding Photographers Barbour Backdrops Studio Portraits Wedding Photographers Fri, 09 Apr 2010 11:38:04 -0600 Des Moines Senior Portrait photographer offering sessions in Omaha
Omaha's Old Market district provides such a fun and safe environment to take senior pictures. The old architecture and brick streets is reminiscent of Des Moines East Village and Valley Junction. However the senior pictures that we will capture in Omaha will be far superior to many that can be created in the Des Moines area.

If you want the best senior pictures - you must book your session with Huffaker Photography!
]]> http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/04/des-moines-senior-portrait-photographer-offering-sessions-in-omaha.html http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/04/des-moines-senior-portrait-photographer-offering-sessions-in-omaha.html Senior Pictures graduation pictures High school senior portraits Senior photographer Senior Pictures Fri, 02 Apr 2010 15:50:42 -0600 Boudoir Photography - Hotel Pattee Hotel Pattee in Perry, Iowa I sit and wonder why women are so self conscious about themselves. Every person is beautiful in their own way and it is our job as Boudoir Photographers to make every women of any shape or size look beautiful and sexy. 

Today's shoot will consist of a beautiful Bride, who will wed her husband in one month. She has been so excited about this shoot and cannot wait to see the results. During our consultation she mentioned that everything above her waist is mine to work with. She was a dancer and gymnast so she's not comfortable with her lower half. With complete understanding, we walked her through the shoot, and I plan to work her lower half a little bit throughout the day and show her the results on the back of the camera... 

Here are some results to a few Boudoir Albums that have been put together after a Boudoir Photography Session at the Hotel Pattee! 

Bedroom Photography 
Boudoir Photographers
Boudoir Shoot - Des Moines Photographer
]]> http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/02/boudoir-photography---hotel-pattee.html http://huffakerphotography.com/blog/2010/02/boudoir-photography---hotel-pattee.html Boudoir Photography Bedroom Photography Boudoir Photographer Boudoir Photography Hotel Pattee Sat, 27 Feb 2010 10:05:06 -0600 What is a Des Moines Wedding Photographer doing in Iowa City!!!
We made some AMAZING contacts, and got information to be linked to a major player in the floral design market. I was attacked by one of the other vendors and she demanded that I contact this specific person. Who is very accustomed to BIG events that attract celebrities from around the world. So maybe we'll get our foot in the door!

Otherwise, the turnout wasn't as expected, but we talked to a few people that seemed to be very interested in our photojournalist wedding photography! I don't prefer to describe our style that way, but that's what people understand. I would call us lifestyle Wedding Photographers who capture the true essence of this very beautiful day.

Des Moines Wedding Photographers break into the Iowa City Wedding Photographers scene!!! 
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Images will be ranging from Senior Pictures, Children's Portrait's, Newborn baby portraits, and more Senior Pictures... I've heard that most of the attendees are portrait photographers and do not focus on Wedding Photography. So I'll gear my lesson towards those individuals! 

Also got some exciting news from Adobe. They'll be donating a few things for me to give away during the webinar!!! 

We'll be posting links to some important vendors and partners sometime this week! Check them out on http://www.huffakerphotography.com 

Also, thanks to McKenna Pro for allowing me to do this Webinar! 

Please follow the BLOG for new tips and tricks as well... 
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Also see us online at http://www.huffakerphotography.com

What are we? 

Wedding photographers
Senior pictures photographer
Children's portrait photographers
Newborn portrait photographers
Maternity portrait photographers
Model portfolio photographers




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Thinking about doing it like this: 

Wedding Photographers - it's own page
Senior Pictures - it's own page
Family, children's, newborn, maternity, model portfolios - it's own page
Blog - 

All based through a splash page at http://www.huffakerphotography.com 
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