One of my big “things” on The List for 2013 is to see more of my clientele displaying their personal art. I mean, what’s the point of having a portrait session if you’re not going to display it, big and bold, in your home??? Yeah, I can’t figure it out, either. You can’t hang a disc on the wall. And how often are you going to pull it out of the drawer, load it up on your computer (assuming your computer even HAS a disc drive…many don’t now!), and ooohhh and ahhhh over your portraits? Probably about as often as I do: Never. So in planning for 2013 and creating The List, I really looked closely at my business model, my clients, and myself. And it led me to make some changes, both in the business and personally. But allow me to back up a moment…or a few years.

When we lived on the East Coast, our home had plenty of wall space. PLENTY. I covered every available inch with photographs of my daughter and family. Most of which were taken by yours truly. Then, we moved here, to San Diego, and into this gorgeous home, with amazing views of the golf course and the mountains beyond. But, with breathtaking views, you need a LOT of windows. So now, our wall space is mostly glass. I took a look around, not long ago, and really evaluated how much space I have, and how to maximize it. I’ve not hung many new photographs, canvases, or art here. And I hate that. I want to see the moments captured over the last (nearly) six years of marriage, raising a family, and our experiences.

In preparing for a portrait session, as well as when selecting your personal portrait art, it is important to consider your personal style and decor. As a military family, yes, we end up in some bland spaces. I like to spice it up a little bit with frames with lots of color. However, as I was looking around the house, I also noticed I am lacking some true personal pieces. So, today I am ordering myself several canvases. I selected black and white images, close-ups of my daughter, that are classic and beautiful. They will fit in anywhere, and never look outdated. This is important to us, and I assume many others as well. I also selected images that capture her spirit, her beauty, and her freckles. (Another one of those important things to us.) Here, take a peek for yourself:

I also have a few more in this order, but the style is similar. I am finding wall space to fill. Twenty years from now, whichever home we are in, these will still be proudly displayed in our home, and I will love them as much as I do now. I encourage everyone to make it a priority this year to display their personal portrait art in their home. (Whether from a previous session, or one to come!) If you need help selecting the perfect complement to your style, I’m ready to help. I’ll talk to you about decor, your wardrobe for the session, my editing style, and much more. I know you will love your art for decades to come.  It’s a proven fact that families are happier when surrounded by their memories captured in portraits. Perhaps you keep a wedding portrait on your nightstand, or a photograph of your firstborn when she was just hours old. Think about how you feel when you see that image each morning, and then imagine what it will feel like to fill your home with that same love and joy.  That feeling is what drives me. It drives me to create art for my home and for yours, and fills me with happiness. ?

I mentioned that I changed the business a bit, too, and I think you’ll like what I’ve done. I’ve lowered prices on prints and wall art. All digital collections now include a print credit as well! So, you get the best of both worlds! And collections start at just $500. Need more information? Just shoot me an email at info@powellwoulfe.com for a complete price list and free consultation!