Portrait of Hope
Anna is the founder of the Hope Refugee drop in center in Buffalo, NY where she helps refugees from all over the world learn job skills and become financially stable as transplants into our country. I met Anna in college, and was always impressed with her desire to serve and help others. From serving in the Peace Corps in Africa to →
Rachel’s Bridal Portrait
I think these photos speak for themselves. Head shots taken at Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Wheaton, IL Full length shots taken at the Elmhurst Art Museum. Congratulations, Rachel! You are a truly beautiful person! <3 Liesl Diesel
American Leather Woman
Back in July I was flying for work and got stuck in the very back row of the plane where the seats are not even adjustable. Luckily I was next to two super friendly ladies and we started chatting about why we were traveling. I was flying to a wedding shoot and they were flying to a charity event for →
Pieces of Portraits
It really doesn't take much to make me happy. In this instance, it only took a half of a face. I love taking creative portraits. It doesn't take a whole face to describe a person! I also love clients who have no idea what I am shooting but trust anyway. Thanks Sven! <3 Liesl
Adding Shadows to Compositions
Off camera lighting is a very useful way to define a subject more clearly as it adds shape. When creating a composition in this way, it is important to envision how the shadows will become a part of the composition and plan accordingly. Sven's company, Happy Viper Integrated Designs, was featured in Vanity Fair, so we thought we would pull a little →
More Viper Action!
A few more of my favorites from a recent portrait shoot with Sven from Happy Viper! Sven is clearly one slick designer! Check out his design portfolio! Thanks for being such an awesome poser! <3 Liesl Diesel
Happy Viper Portrait
Last weekend I had the super opportunity to photograph Sven, owner of Happy Viper Integrated Design in Manhattan, NY. I talked with him about shooting the portraits to go with the name of his company. I love the contrast in the name of his company, so we went for a similar contrast in his expressions. Viper. Happy! Happy Viper! So fun working with you Sven! →
