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Melissa Williams | Wonder Women Series

When I answered the call she told me in no uncertain terms that she needed a simple headshot for a conference she would be speaking at in a matter of weeks. She then told me that she didn't think she... read more👇🏻 #sapportraits #memphisphotographer

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Ulika Costa - Galveston Island Beach Shoot

Ulika Costa – Galveston Island Beach Shoot

Houston in August is miserable even on the beach in Galveston. The breeze off the water was strong, but there was nothing refreshing about hot, muggy wind blowing on you. The day was incredibly hot at well over 100 degrees and we waited as close to dusk as we could hoping to still have time to finish all the wardrobe changes. That did not work out as we hoped. This was my last official shoot as…

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2020 Faces of Heart Disease - Go Red For Women Bay Area Houston

2020 Faces of Heart Disease – Go Red For Women Bay Area Houston

Bay Area Houston Galveston Go Red For Women 2020 Campaign, The American Heart Association These 5 women each represent heart disease in some form and each of these strong, beautiful women are survivors. For the 2nd year, the American Heart Association Bay Area Houston Galveston Go Red For Women campaign put the spotlight on local women and here are their stories. This was my last campaign…

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What Makes a Good DIY Headshot? | Sandy Adams Photography Memphis

What Makes a Good DIY Headshot? | Sandy Adams Photography Memphis

What Makes a Good Headshot? During 2020 and into 2021, a lot of services have been cut back.  Photography was one of those, but that doesn’t have to stop you from updating your own headshot with a good DIY one. 👉🏻 Shot with iPhone 11 Pro Max with all natural light in portrait mode. Here are 5 elements that make a great headshot Is framed from the chest up.Captures you looking directly at the…

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Lanny Bose for Texas House District 134 | Houston Political Campaign Photographer

Lanny Bose for Texas House District 134 | Houston Political Campaign Photographer

Meet Lanny Bose, former classroom teacher and now entrepreneur, ran for the Texas House District 134 earlier this year. Political campaign photography is a bit tricky in that the images must look real and yet look as professional without looking like portraits. The shoot was done in 2 hours in Houston and turned out to be a rather enjoyable morning teaching everyone how to pose and look very…

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Fun (And Inexpensive) Items to Take Your Summer Photos to the Fun Level

Fun (And Inexpensive) Items to Take Your Summer Photos to the Fun Level

After the first part of 2020, who doesn’t want to have a little fun while still social distancing. Photos are a wonderful way to get the whole family in on the action and leave some memories of the good times that this pandemic brought about.

I don’t know about you, but I am drawn to those fun-filled action shots at the beach, the bright colors of the sun and water and everyone laughing. One…

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Hillary Gramm | Wonder Women Series

HIllary is a strong advocate for teen education and part of my Wonder Women series. See her on the blog today.

Hillary reached out to me in June 2019, unabashedly admitting that she had never had a professional headshot, but she was starting an epic new job and she wanted to showcase her strength and professionalism. Hillary was also keeping a little secret… She was pregnant with her 2nd child when I photographed her.

Prior to the shoot we talked about color choices and jewelry so we were both clear…

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Royce Thomason ~ Personal Branding Shoot

Royce Thomason ~ Personal Branding Shoot

“I am very passionate, and I grew up in an incredibly beautiful urban community – the city of Detroit – born and raised.

Rashida Tlaib

Detroit-native and music lover, Royce Thomason stopped by the studio for a quick branding shoot (before Covid-19). He wanted brand images that showed his business side, but that also reflected how approachable he was and showed off his personality.

Most days…

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#19 Colonel Michael Vaughn USAF Retired

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Podcast Episode 18 - A Southern Girl's View with My Cousin Sam

Podcast Episode 18 – A Southern Girl’s View with My Cousin Sam

For you listening entertainment, my cousin, Sam, joined me on my podcast this weekend (episode 18) for a little conversation. We talked pandemic (of course), baseball, Farrah Fawcett, goats, Scotland and the Vikings (not NFL).

She’s a California girl, with a little bit of Southern Soul. Give it a listen, subscribe for future episodes already recorded this week to be published, and let me know…

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#17 A Conversation with My Cousin Sam

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National Wear Red Day 2020

Today is #NationalWearRed and kicks off #NationalHeartMonth which brings a strong focus on the leading cause of death in women...

Today is #NationalWearRed and kicks off #NationalHeartMonth which brings a strong focus on the leading cause of death in women, in fact more women die of heart disease than ALL forms of cancer combined. Yet, 80% of those deaths could have likely been prevented by a change in health.

Do you know your heart disease risk? High blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking, diabetes, obesity, and…

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#17 Memphis Basketball

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What are senior portraits?

What are senior portraits?

High school senior (or college) portraits have come a long way since I had mine shot back in the 80’s (cough, cough). 

Some of you may remember taking a trip to the local photography studio to have some professional looking headshots done. Perhaps you wore a nice sweater for one photo, or maybe something with a collar. Regardless of the attire, a senior portrait is the first professional…

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Kat Clemons | Wonder Women Series ~ Sandy Adams Photography

Kat Clemons | Wonder Women Series ~ Sandy Adams Photography

Meet Kat Clemons, the new Development Coordinator for Bay Area Turning Point.  Kat walked into the studio with the confidence of an old soul and rocking her signature red lips. She danced and we laughed…. a lot!

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Holiday Photography Tips | Friendswood Texas Portrait Photographer

Holiday Photography Tips | Friendswood Texas Portrait Photographer

“I find that it’s the simple things that remind you of family around the holidays.” – Amy Adams, actress

TIP 01 – Cozy Up

There’s no better time of the year to grab a warm mug and gather with those you love. With shorter days in our midst, you’ll be happy to know how to capture your best experiences — inside. To accomplish this on an iPhone, seek out a light source (could be a lamp, your…

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#16 Carol Firmin - Mom, Wife, Daughter, Survivor