Photography found me more than I found photography. I’ve always been an artist. My stained glass creations and ceramic sculptures have sold successfully in galleries. I left all the photography up to my husband who has a penchant for film and monochromatic images in particular. It suddenly became clear to me, however, that I was pointing out vignettes, for HIM to shoot, which I found fascinating. He doesn’t really see things the way I do and I was frustrated with trying to have him capture images for me. So I went right out and bought a little point and shoot digital camera. Folks started taking notice of the artistic stamp I put on every one of my photos. I was getting great feedback. I took control of my husband’s more advanced digital camera (which he rarely used anyway) and never looked back. I was hooked.
Most of my shots were of landscapes and waterscapes on Mount Desert Island, Maine. I also started capturing images of people at public events and on the street. I was asked to take some senior portraits and then to shoot some community events. Before I knew it, I had my own business and morphed into Lyana Votey Photography.
When creating a business, it’s important to define oneself. What is your position? When I started thinking about mine, here is what I remembered. My grandmother used to put out the fine silver, crystal and china for lunch on the patio or game night in the den. Her belief was that “special things are for special people–not special occasions!” I embrace that same philosophy about photography. It’s not just about the big events in our lives. It’s about moments, personalities and soul. Are you looking for images which convey who YOU are rather than cookie cutter versions of every other wedding of the season? Do you want a look that is different from your mother’s wedding album? Do you want a look that is trendy or timeless? Let’s talk about how we can make that happen. I want to be your photographer. I’d like to build a relationship not just for one day but for all the special days and special people in your life.
Lyana Votey Photography – Images For Special People, Not Just Special Occasions
