i don’t always photograph senior boys but when i do they’re ridiculously photogenic. like noah. boys, THIS is how you dress for senior portraits. i always suggest wearing something casual, something on trend and most definitely something timeless. you don’t want to look back on your senior portraits and say, “what was i thinking?’ with noah’s great style i know that won’t be happening to him. or his little brother myles. talk about a future heartbreaker! did you know that for senior portrait sessions we offer a complimentary mini family or sibling session on the same day? while you’re camera ready why not have your siblings or even the whole family hop in for a few shots. this can be done at the beginning or the end of your session which makes it super quick and painless. noah, thanks for trusting me to create unique senior portraits that tell your story. you’re a bright young man with a wonderful personality (and killer style) and i can’t wait to see what the future hold for you. it’s been an incredible year for us at hocus focus. we’ve got some really exciting things happening in the year ahead and so many more […]
Read More
so much to blog…so little time so i’ll just leave you with the beautiful senior portrait session i did with this lovely young lady. annie’s hair and makeup by the uber talented gina ciaccio-holmberg.
Read More
posting a quick sunday sneak peek for a beautiful senior portrait client. i had such an incredible afternoon with abby and her sister paige, who is just happens to be a super talented makeup artist. stay tuned for more from this shoot and if you’re interested in booking your own senior portrait session email us or give us a call at 913.787.2527. our fall calendar is filling up fast.
Read More
i’ve been photographing ryley since she was 10 years old and i always knew that when the time came she would be one of my senior spokesmodels. for hair, makeup and wardrobe styling we worked with the amazing gina ciaccio-holmberg. after a few studio shots we headed out to some of my favorite urban locations. ryley has impeccable taste – she always has. this black and white striped shirt and show-stopping necklace was one of my favorite looks she brought. i loved this session so much i used one of the images below in my october 2013 her life magazine ad! grab a copy on stands or view this issue online. ryley, i’ve watched you grow into an amazing young lady and i can’t wait to see where life takes you. enjoy the rest of your senior year! lots of love, H friends of ryley can save $200 on their own senior portrait session. call us at 913.787.2527 or email us for details. our fall calendar is almost full so don’t delay!
Read More
with graduation just around the corner for our 2013 seniors, we’re offering a print sale you don’t want to miss. stock up on wallets to have at your graduation party! buy three sheets, get the fourth one free. sale ends may 12, 2013 email or call us at 913.787.2527 to place your order!
Read More
meet my darling cousin tiffany, a class of 2013 senior. i adore her and everything about her senior portrait session! the fabulous melissa evans did tiffany’s hair and makeup. we started off with some studio portraits on the purple velvet sofa everyone loves. then we headed outside for some urban senior portraits. and we ended our session at tiffany’s family farm with her beloved horse winnie. i’ve photographed several seniors with their horses and none were as cooperative as winnie. i love that first image so much. winnie seems so protective. this last series was taken the day i photographed tiffany’s best friend ashley – she tagged along for some bff portraits that day and i couldn’t resist snappig a few shots of tiffany while ashley was changing. sweet tiffany, i can’t wait to see where life takes you after graduation. the whole world is at your fingertips and i know that no matter where the road leads, you’ll find success. lots of love, H if you’re a 2013 or 2014 senior and you go to school with tiffany, email or call us at 913.787.2527 to find out how you can save up to $200 on your own senior portrait session! […]
Read More
happy friday, fashionistas! have you seen the march issue of her life magazine? this month’s trendsetter is b | e boutique. i had so much fun shooting prom dresses in my studio. check out some of the latest trends from designers like sherri hill, love 16 by enzoani, night moves, jovani and tony bowls. as a girl who has always wished the was alive during the roaring 20s, i’m madly in love with the navy blue fringe dress and the flapper vibe it has. this gorgeous white gown – to die for. and i couldn’t resist a close up of beautiful alea. she’s flawless. who doesn’t love a little bit (or a lot) of sparkle? and the long pink gown was beautiful by itself but when i spotted that silver beaded belt i knew it would provide the perfect finishing touch. last time i shot for b | e boutique i actually bought that same belt in white and i wear it quite a bit. a couple of behind the scenes shots. thanks to our model alea saunders of exposure, inc., melissa evans for her fabulous makeup skills and heidi bowles and crystal wisniewski of soffia via for working their hair magic. b | […]
Read More
girls, are you looking for amazing, original senior portraits in kansas city? are you stylish, influential and well connected with your peers? if you answered yes, then you are exactly who we’re looking for. we are now accepting applications for the 2013 senior spokesmodel search. hocus focus senior spokesmodels will receive exclusive discounts on session fees, hair and makeup services and discounts at several kansas city boutiques. you must be willing to work though – in exchange for marketing our senior portrait experience to your friends you’ll also receive free products, referral credits and great perks for your friends. the application deadline is april 30, 2012 so talk it over with your parents, complete your online application today and spread the word. we’re looking for high school seniors from both kansas and missouri and for larger schools we may select more than one spokesmodel. to see some of our most recent senior photo sessions please visit our facebook page. for more details on the 2013 search check out the application page. and as always, please feel free to email us. we would love to hear from you!
Read More
I just worked up a little sneak peek for Sam, our only male senior spokesmodel this year. Sam is a super cool guy. He's confident, talented and adventurous. And even better – he's super comfortable in front of the camera, which made my job so easy. Check out a few of my favorite shots. We're still booking seniors from the Class of 2012, but call soon as fall dates are booking up quickly. I've been shooting like crazy lately. More sneak peeks to come soon! Happy Friday! H
Read More
Are you graduating in 2012? Are you stylish, outgoing and well-connected? Would you like to save hundreds on amazing senior portraits? We're kicking off our 2012 Senior Spokesmodel Search and that's exactly what we're looking for! Check out the details below and submit your application now! Participating Spokesmodels are required to: * Be a 2012 graduate * Provide written permission from parent/guardian including a model release * Promote hocus focus to friends via facebook, referral cards and word of mouth * Agree to exclusively represent hocus focus (affiliations with other photography studios are prohibited) Participating Spokesmodels will receive: * 50% discount on session fee (savings of $150) * A minimum of 10 images posted to facebook * Accordion mini album featuring 7-10 images from your session ($150 value) * Referral cards featuring your image(s) * A $100 print credit for every referral * Friends you refer will also receive a $50 print credit * $25 discount on hair/makeup from stylist Melissa Evans * Discounts at several Kansas City area boutiques The deadline to apply is June 20, 2011. We accept a limited number of spokesmodels per school so submit your application now! Spokesmodels will be announced on June 22, 2011. In […]
Read More
