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Becoming the journalist of your family

Did you have a fabulous thanksgiving?  I did.  I LOVE Turkey day for many reasons but mostly for the GREAT food made by my love (the best CHEF ever!), our exquisite family and friends, and lots and lots of details.  Yes, details.  I am a huge detail person.  Maybe it’s because I have photographed weddings for years, and capturing the details that make up a beautiful wedding just make my toes tingle with joy.  My wedding experiences inspire me to capture More »

How to create depth

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Hello friends!  Here is an easy way to take an average picture and make it AWESOME!  One word: Depth.  So how do you do that you ask, well, take this picture below of my adorable, delightful niece miss L.  This particular image feels too ordinary to me.  It needs some something. It is lacking depth.  I took the same picture again but I added depth this way: By placing Jefe (the k9) in front of miss L,not only does this More »

Welcome to Snapmama

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Welcome to Snapmama!  My name is Elyse Hall.  I am a mom, wife and photographer.  I love all things modern, eclectic and charming.  I enjoy dancing to my own beat, being spontaneous, and most of all, taking picture of my lovely family.  I’ve wanted to be a photographer since I was 8 years old. I grew up, went to ASU, and received my BFA in Photography.  I am an award-winning photographer and have been published multiple times.  I decided to More »