Portraits by Deborah

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Directions to the Studio in Clemmons From Winston-Salem
Take I-40 West, exit #184 Lewisville-Clemmons, turn left. Go through Clemmons crossing over Hwy 158. Continue straight through the traffic light. The road changes names to Middlebrook Drive after crossing over Hwy 158. This dead ends to Idols Road. Turn right onto Idols Road. Go 1/2 mile, turn right onto Tanglebrook Trail. Take the first right. This is Maidwood Court. 7528 Maidwood Court is in the middle of the cul-de-sac. The studio is a separate building with a breezeway connection to the house. Park in front of the Studio. See you there.

Directions to the Studio in Clemmons From StatesvilleTake I-40 East, exit #184 Lewisville-Clemmons, turn right. Go through Clemmons crossing over Hwy 158. Continue straight through the traffic light. The road changes names to Middlebrook Drive after crossing over Hwy 158. This dead ends to Idols Road. Turn right onto Idols Road. Go 1/2 mile, turn right onto Tanglebrook Trail. Take the first right. This is Maidwood Court. 7528 Maidwood Court is in the middle of the cul-de-sac. The studio is a separate building with a breezeway connection to the house. Park in front of the Studio. See you there.

We believe that having your portrait made should be a positive and unforgettable event. It is our desire to create an image that shows unique character and personality that will bless your life for years to come and be remembered as one of the best investments you have ever made. With all our heart we believe that God has created the light, as a portrait artist we have the privilege of capturing it. Planning is a very important part of your portrait. As you plan your session with our studio, consider the intended location where you will display your portrait. This is a key factor in selecting the colors and style of your final presentation.

White or pastel colors are perfect for lighter, high key, backgrounds. Casual outfits in earth tones work best for outdoor photographs. Middle, mid key, tones or deeper, low key, solids are ideal for formal portraits. Bright colors look great with our color Key backgrounds. Avoid large prints or patterns as they detract from your face. Choose long sleeved shirts or sweaters rather than short-sleeved. We are a proofless studio: All images are shown by projection.

When more than one person is to appear in the portrait, or when a special stylistic effect is desired, clothing and prop choices can make or break a portrait.

Whether working with light or dark complexions the objective always is for the face to dominate the portrait. Accordingly, skin highlights must be the lightest, brightest, or most intense areas of the portrait. So when a medium to dark background is used, all subjects photograph best in medium to dark tones, whatever the skin tone

Couples or small groups should choose simple garments within the same tonal ranges. When subjects appear in a mixture of light and dark tones together, there is a visual confusion - as the light color comes forward, and the dark color recedes. When this happens, one person becomes dominant and appears heavier than in reality.

In a family group, proper clothing coordination is critical. When decorating a home, a major concern is to coordinate the colors and tones of the walls, carpets, drapes and furniture. Similar coordination’s necessary when selecting clothing for a group portrait. Choose clothing in the same tonal ranges so that no single member of the family stands out because the clothing is too light or bright as compared to the rest of the group.
Proper clothing selection makes the difference between a portrait that appears to be a group of seemingly unrelated individuals and one in which every member of the family “belongs” to the group.

Deborah J. Hendrix, from Mocksville, North Carolina has been in photography since 1988. Deborah was involved in Pet Portrait photography for 8 years in sales and marketing, prior to opening her home based studio in Clemmons, NC in 1995.
She opened her second studio, a log cabin with a wraparound porch on 10 1/2 acres in Mocksville, NC in May 2006. The rural location provides open land with beautiful landscaping for great outdoor locations including a Victorian Playhouse, a Gazebo, a Pond, and much more. This has been a tremendous boost to her High School Senior portraiture, providing unique outdoor locations with remarkable experiences.

Deborah is a member of Professional Photographers of North Carolina (PPNC), Professional Photographers of America (PPA), American Society of Photographers (ASP) and South Eastern Professional Photographers Association (SEPPA.)

Deborah received her Associate Fellowship Photographic Degree from PPNC in 2004, her Fellowship Degree in 2007 and her Photographic Craftsman Degree from PPA in 2009. Deborah placed first in the Children's Category in 2004 and 2006 at PPNC. She has won numerous awards in State and National Print Competition.

She is married, has two grown children and three grandchildren.

The Chat Session: This is a brief (20-30 min) in-studio consultation during which we listen to your expectations regarding your portrait session. We also offer our own suggestions and custom design a session to fit your needs. Pricing and all aspects of the process will be discussed. We will finish with booking your appointment for your portrait session.
The Portrait Session: During this session you will actually be photographed. This can be your choice of Mocksville or Clemmons location, depending on what we have decided during your chat session. The portrait session usually lasts between 1-2 hours.
The Projection/Viewing Session: You will have the opportunity to view your projected images from the portrait session and make your final selections. We cannot stress enough how important it is to be prepared for your projection appointment. This is your time to view and purchase the images you have spent so much time planning for. All decision-makers should be present, so please schedule this appointment at a time that is convenient for everyone involved. Look around your home so you have an idea of where you would like to hang your finished portraits. Bring us measurements of possible walls, couches, and fireplaces. Please Note: this appointment usually takes about one to one and a half hours…small children do not enjoy this time!
Style: Everyone has their own style. We find that the #1 reason our customers choose us is because of our distinctive style.
Our style can best be described as traditional. Using several lighting techniques, we focus heavily on creating images that evoke strong emotion, showcasing individuality and personality. When we photograph two or more persons, we work hard to capture a sense of relationship and togetherness. Most importantly, our images retain a detail and sharpness in the EYES that sets us apart from many other photography studios.
We thought we would answer some of the most frequently asked questions here, just to make it easier on you. We are totally available to answer any questions you might have, but this is what we hear most frequently...
Can we just stop by the studio to ask questions and see your products?
No... In order to make your experience truly unique, we ask that you make an appointment to come visit us in studio for a chat session. We will answer all your questions and show you (in person) everything we have to offer you! Our studio is open Tuesday-Friday (10am-6pm), by appointment only and some Saturdays.
How much do you charge?
There is no simple answer to this question, except to perhaps suggest we are a "high-end" portrait studio. But then again, you already know this by looking at our work. Prices vary largely depending on size and products. We invest a tremendous amount of time and talent into each portrait session and its post-production, and you should expect to compensate us accordingly. Like most everything, you get what you pay for.
Will you mail or e-mail me a price sheet?
No...We will be happy to answer some general questions about pricing over the phone, and offer full details during a consultation at our studio where we will discus designing your custom portrait session.
Do you offer custom framing?
Absolutely! Each of our portraits is a unique piece of art and we want to ensure that it is wrapped in a frame that compliments our work. We offer a complete line of frames that have exceptional quality and distinctive style. Most of our customers leave with a framed portrait ready to hang on the wall.

Directions to the Cabin Studio in Mocksville from Winston-SalemI-40 West to Highway 64 (exit #168) Turn left and go 1/3 mile and bear right onto Greenhill Road. Go 1.8 miles and turn left on Persimmon Grove Lane. Take this gravel driveway until you see the Portraits by Deborah sign on the right and follow it until the end. 179 Persimmon Grove Lane.

Directions to the Cabin Studio in Mocksville from StatesvilleI-40 East to Highway 64 (exit #168) Turn right and go 1/3 mile and bear right onto Greenhill Road. Go 1.8 miles and turn left on Persimmon Grove Lane. Take this gravel driveway until you see the Portraits by Deborah sign on the right and follow it until the end. 179 Persimmon Grove Lane.

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