We all know the saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words,” but perhaps a better way of saying it would be, “A picture is worth a thousand memories.” Philip Andrews, founder of Philip Andrews Photography, understands that photography is about more than simply snapping a beautiful photo; it’s about capturing a moment in time.
Philip has been fascinated with cinema and photography ever since he was a young child. “I received my first camera as a child and would make silly little movies with friends,” reminisces Philip. As an adult, he picked back up photography initially as a hobby. He started out photographing landscapes and portraits of his wife. “Eventually a friend asked if I’d want to photograph their family and I fell in love with it,” explains Philip. “October of 2021, I made the jump to being a full-time photographer and I couldn’t be happier.”
Now, he serves a wide range of clients across Richmond through his photography business including weddings, engagement, maternity, family, lifestyle, and real estate. However, Philip particularly enjoys photographing families, embracing the now and preserving those fleeting moments in time. “My main clients are families young and old,” says Philip. “But they all share a love for displaying their photographs in their homes.”
Every parent knows all too well the challenge of getting great family photos, especially when they involve multiple young children. Simply getting everyone in one place and looking at the camera is an accomplishment in and of itself! To ensure a successful family photoshoot, Philip starts with a consultation where he gets to know his clients (usually the parents) and learns about their vision and goals for their photos. Then, they coordinate locations and outfits so that everything looks cohesive. After that, Philip focuses on the lighting. It’s no surprise that the right lighting can make or break a photograph. Philip enjoys building up a scene one light at a time to focus the eye and bring a sense of magic to the image.
Now after going through all the trouble of actually taking professional pictures, we don’t want all those cherished family photos to sit in a digital storage file for years! Yet, how often is that the case for busy families? Philip’s clients appreciate that he makes it easy to display and enjoy their photography. “I offer custom fine art prints crafted for the home,” says Philip. “Along with prints, I offer metal and canvas pieces, and my very popular lay-flat albums. At each client reveal I help clients decide and create one-of-kind pieces for their home.”
Displaying your family photos is not only fun but can also provide positive impacts on families. Experts have found that hanging photos of your children around your home can boost a child’s self-esteem. Additionally, family photos act as visual reminders for children that they are well cared for, unconditionally loved, meaningfully supported, and wholly accepted. They also foster a sense of belonging and help reinforce happy memories with their parents, siblings, pets, and other family members.
Book your next family photo session with Philip Andrews Photography and display your beautiful memories that will last a lifetime.
PHILIP ANDREWS PHOTOGRAPHY
Phone Number: 804-389-9884
Website: philipandrewsphotography.com
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