Owner & photographer
karen léger
Portraits that Stand Out. Headshots that Impress..
29
Years experience
8
years since I started my photography business
2500+
cups of coffee and hours of editing
To ∞ and beyond!
Love for taking your portrait
Get to Know Karen
Have I always been a photographer? I have always been the Photographer. Whether it a friend’s birthday or weekend trip away, the camera has always landed in my hands. I prefer to this day to be behind the lens rather than peering into it.
When did my passion for photography start? Well, I simply choose to study photography at UNT in Denton, Texas. I had my hands in many forms of art since I was young as well as my adult life, but life has always turned back to putting a camera in my hand in more ways than one. So for the last 8 years, I have started really following the signs!
How did I get into portraits? In art school, it is taught that your body of work must be cohesive. In my barely adult brain, cohesion translated to eternity and boredom.
How was I going to overcome cohesive failure?
I experimented and worked through ideas and really started to mold what lead me to the work I am doing today. Not the portraits that you see in my current photographs, but portraiture of mannequins. Still, static, lifeless forms, yet often peers would ask who the model was… Through each critic, my mannequins would evolve. Morphing from hard plastic form to having real human body parts edited in to play with a little life. It was seemingly a cohesive body of work. Then my definition of cohesion set in, the limited posing and same body shapes became redundant. I needed more.
It was inevitable, my work was destined to transition to warm blooded, breathing humans.
And here I am today, accomplishing what I planned in my late teens when I received my first real film camera and lens.
Portraits that Stand Out. Headshots that Impress.
My Photography Philosophies
These philosophies guide my approach to photography and inspire me to create images that are not only visually stunning but also deeply meaningful. They remind me to seek beauty in every moment and capture genuine emotions, creating timeless memories for my clients to cherish.
01.
The Decisive Moment
Inspired by Henri Cartier-Bresson, this philosophy in portrait photography is about capturing that one fleeting instant where everything comes together—expression, emotion, and composition. It’s the moment a subject’s eyes light up with laughter, a subtle smirk hints at a hidden story, or the wind perfectly catches their hair. These moments can’t be forced or recreated; they require patience, observation, and an instinct for timing to freeze something truly special in a single frame.
02.
See the Beauty in Everything
The beauty of a portrait lies in the little imperfections that make someone unique—like a crooked smile or that quirky signature expression. These details help to tell a deeper, more honest story when revealed in photographs. Posing, however, accentuates natural features and personality, bringing out confidence, elegance, or playfulness. It’s all about balancing raw moments with subtle guidance to create something authentic and full of life.
03.
Set and the Setting
Setting the scene in photography is all about choosing the right background and environment to highlight the subject. Whether it’s a vibrant urban street, a serene nature spot, or a cozy indoor space, the setting can totally change the mood of the image. The key is to let the surroundings complement the subject, inspire the look, the feel, the mood and even the color palette of the photograph. These elements will create a richer story.
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Portraits that Stand Out. Headshots that Impress.
Looking to capture you in this moment? Ready to level up your career with fresh headshots? Experienced with portrait sessions or never had a session before? I will guide you every step of the way. Reach out today and let’s discuss plans!