Steve Payne has been photographing people for over twenty years. In fact before he was a photographer, he was drawing portraits in school. “Art was my favorite class in school, and I’ve always been fascinated by people’s faces, gestures and movements. I’m always watching people. In fact the photographs that I’ve seen, but haven’t been able to capture would make an incredible body of work.”
A Steve Payne portrait tends to be a very simple composition, focusing more on the emotion and spontaneity of the moment than on the setting. “I’m much more interested in an honest moment, than an elaborate background or location.” So, most of the portraits are done in the studio with a rather simple lighting setup. “I LOVE beautiful lighting and the lighting that I see in nature is unmatched. But, to try and match appointments, to when the lighting is right is next to impossible. When due to weather. It was a nightmare.” Now if the weather is good, often even if it's not so good the day of your session, we can shoot in our portrait garden if you like, or we can do a split session inside/outside. Let me know what you'd like to do and we'll make it happen.
Steve Payne Photography has led the way into the world of digital imaging. “I have been interested in digital photography since the very beginning. It represents almost as big an impact as the development of photography itself. To me, it means that I finally have the control over my images that I’ve always wanted.
Senior portraits shouldn’t be taken lightly, because they’re some of the most important photographs you’ll ever have made. At Steve Payne Photography, we take your senior portraits seriously - so you can relax and have fun!
First we’ll meet and discuss your portrait session. We'll plan your clothing, the type of portraits that you’d like to end up with, and just how we’ll accomplish it together. You can bring your own music. You can bring a friend or a parent to your session. In fact if you want to do your session with a friend we can even work that out. It’s all up to you! But, just like anything worthwhile...it does take planning and preparation. The end result is that your session will be relaxing, because you’re prepared and know that you’ll get exactly what you want in the end. It’s that simple!
Second, Steve Payne, has been on the cutting edge of photography for over twenty-five years. His work has been shown in galleries and museums around the world. He has worked on major advertising and corporate projects with people from all across the country. He knows how to make you look your best and he won’t quit until he does. But most of all, Steve LOVES his work, and it shows. His "Fresh Classic” style of portraiture never looks dated, so you’ll be proud to display your portraits forever, not stick them away in a box somewhere because you’re embarrassed by the “trendy” backgrounds, props and poses!
What’s it like to be photographed by the best? Your photographer, Steve Payne has been creating professional portraits for business and private clients since 1976 and his love for his work shows in every image. His professional and easy going approach make your portrait experience something you’ll truly enjoy, not dread. You may be nervous when you come in, but you’ll leave with a smile and the memory of a great session, as well as portraits that you’ll cherish for a lifetime.
Above all...You’ll be thrilled with your Steve Payne Portraits, or you’ll get all your money back if we can’t make you happy. But, with all the planning and care we put into our portrait sessions this rarely happens, in fact I can’t remember the last time it did. So rest assured you’ll get what you want, or you’ll be refunded every penny. That’s My 100% Satisfaction Guarantee! So what are you waiting for?
Let us make “Simply Beautiful Portraits” for you today!
For more information call 304-343-7254, or fill out our contact form to reach us by email.
I look forward to meeting and working with you. -Steve Payne
100% Guarantee - You'll Be Thrilled With Your Portraits Or You Owe Nothing!
A Steve Payne portrait tends to be a very simple composition, focusing more on the emotion and spontaneity of the moment than on the setting. “I’m much more interested in an honest moment, than an elaborate background or location.” So, most of the portraits are done in the studio with a rather simple lighting setup. “I LOVE beautiful lighting and the lighting that I see in nature is unmatched. But, to try and match appointments, to when the lighting is right is next to impossible. When due to weather. It was a nightmare.” Now if the weather is good, often even if it's not so good the day of your session, we can shoot in our portrait garden if you like, or we can do a split session inside/outside. Let me know what you'd like to do and we'll make it happen.
Steve Payne Photography has led the way into the world of digital imaging. “I have been interested in digital photography since the very beginning. It represents almost as big an impact as the development of photography itself. To me, it means that I finally have the control over my images that I’ve always wanted.
Senior portraits shouldn’t be taken lightly, because they’re some of the most important photographs you’ll ever have made. At Steve Payne Photography, we take your senior portraits seriously - so you can relax and have fun!
First we’ll meet and discuss your portrait session. We'll plan your clothing, the type of portraits that you’d like to end up with, and just how we’ll accomplish it together. You can bring your own music. You can bring a friend or a parent to your session. In fact if you want to do your session with a friend we can even work that out. It’s all up to you! But, just like anything worthwhile...it does take planning and preparation. The end result is that your session will be relaxing, because you’re prepared and know that you’ll get exactly what you want in the end. It’s that simple!
Second, Steve Payne, has been on the cutting edge of photography for over twenty-five years. His work has been shown in galleries and museums around the world. He has worked on major advertising and corporate projects with people from all across the country. He knows how to make you look your best and he won’t quit until he does. But most of all, Steve LOVES his work, and it shows. His "Fresh Classic” style of portraiture never looks dated, so you’ll be proud to display your portraits forever, not stick them away in a box somewhere because you’re embarrassed by the “trendy” backgrounds, props and poses!
What’s it like to be photographed by the best? Your photographer, Steve Payne has been creating professional portraits for business and private clients since 1976 and his love for his work shows in every image. His professional and easy going approach make your portrait experience something you’ll truly enjoy, not dread. You may be nervous when you come in, but you’ll leave with a smile and the memory of a great session, as well as portraits that you’ll cherish for a lifetime.
Above all...You’ll be thrilled with your Steve Payne Portraits, or you’ll get all your money back if we can’t make you happy. But, with all the planning and care we put into our portrait sessions this rarely happens, in fact I can’t remember the last time it did. So rest assured you’ll get what you want, or you’ll be refunded every penny. That’s My 100% Satisfaction Guarantee! So what are you waiting for?
Let us make “Simply Beautiful Portraits” for you today!
For more information call 304-343-7254, or fill out our contact form to reach us by email.
I look forward to meeting and working with you. -Steve Payne
100% Guarantee - You'll Be Thrilled With Your Portraits Or You Owe Nothing!
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