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Elevate Your Personal Brand with Professional Headshots in Portland, Salem and Eugene Oregon

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  In a world where first impressions are often made online, the importance of personal branding cannot be overstated. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a seasoned professional, or an aspiring influencer, cultivating a strong personal brand is essential for standing out in today's competitive landscape. And at the heart of any compelling personal brand lies professional photography, particularly headshots. Oregon, with its stunning natural beauty and vibrant communities, provides the perfect backdrop for capturing the essence of your personal brand through photography. From the lush forests of the Coast Range to the eclectic urban landscapes of Portland, Oregon offers a diverse range of settings that can be tailored to reflect your unique personality and professional identity. Investing in personal brand photography in Oregon is more than just capturing a flattering image—it's about conveying your story, your values, and your expertise in a single frame. Here are a few

Capturing Life's Beautiful Chaos: Maternity, Newborn, and Family Photography

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Hey there, fellow adventurers on the wild ride of parenthood! There has been no time in my life that was more transformative and meaningful than when I became a mom and I want to share the magic with you through amazing photography. Let's take a stroll through the magical world of maternity, newborn, and family photography. Buckle up because we're diving into the heartwarming chaos of these unforgettable moments! First up, maternity photography – the ultimate celebration of that baby bump and the incredible journey you're on. Think of it as a love letter to your expanding belly and the excitement bubbling up inside you. From dreamy outdoor shots to classic and elegant studio images, these photographs are all about capturing that glow and the anticipation in the air. It's like freezing time to remember just how amazing it felt to be on the brink of parenthood. Now, let's fast forward to the big day – your little bundle of joy has arrived, and it's time

SPRING CLEANING OFFER - Own Your Files

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For 45 years Neil and I have valued, stored and protected our client's negatives and image files. High School seniors, newborns, countless children, families, weddings - all represented treasured chapters in people's lives. Creating beautiful art of these moments was something that we have always viewed as a sacred trust. And safely storing the original images for our clients was something we took on as our responsibility. We have decided that it is time to pass this responsibility on to our clients. If we photographed you or your family between 1977 and 2015 , we have an offer for you that is 50% OFF of what we've seen other photographers offer over the years. PORTRAIT SESSION Negatives/files - $68. If you would like us to manage the printing using our professional lab. I'll print them for 50% off on any size or medium (Metal, Acrylic, Canvas or our regular, archival papers) OFFER ENDS APRIL 28, 2023 If you, friends or family have used our services over the years, we

Baby's First Christmas

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 So many people want to remember Baby's First Christmas with a very special photograph with Santa. Santa is gentle and kind and LOVES babies. Santa Experience Oregon is known for our full storybook experiences but we do offer a mini session for babies. What does it look like? Here are some images from a recent session:

Go Western!

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Graduation is right around the corner and completing a college degree is an important milestone. Here are three young people that have graduated from Western Oregon University.

Looking for a Studio Portrait for Your Family? Look no further...

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This is not the time of year that most of us are looking to do outdoor portraits but there are plenty of options in the studio where it is nice and warm! Here is a little sampler of what we have.... The white background lends itself to all kinds of possibilities. This is our Tuscan Wall. This background is actually blue-gray and look awesome in black and white or sepia tone. The classic beige... This is the Tuscan Wall again... This is real barnwood from a reclaimed barn. We call this our Old Master background because it evokes the feeling of  a Rembrandt painting. Our studio is in a building that is 120 years old and we have the wall to prove it! Black is timeless. Here is the blue-gray background in color. Would you like to have your face on our blog? We have more backgrounds to show and would love to have your family here!

Senior Portraits by Haugens

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  This is an amazing time of life as you transition from the child that you were to the adult you are becoming. Scary because of so many unknowns even if you think you have your whole life mapped out.  You are young. You are beautiful.... and you don't even know it! You will see yourself the way I see you when you see your portraits which is amazing, beautiful, and full of possibilities. Photography that makes you look good.