Perspektiv Lens Photography is a small, family owned business based in the rural Appalachian mountains in West Virginia, USA.
I'm Andrea Stevens & Perspektiv Lens Photography has been my dream since I was old enough to use my allowance on film for my Lomo camera.
Why:
Our mission is to help you capture your family's moments & memories in a timeless, classic style. We love working with families, visiting with friends & neighbors, seeing their beautiful, smiling faces, and having fun making memories you can take home and hang above the fireplace. In every session, we strive to make everyone comfortable, because we believe in the absolute beauty of natural interaction and casual togetherness. We might even ask you some super silly questions; and, chances are, your kids are going to sell you out if your feet are stinky. We love the relationships we form with our clients, and watching families grow and evolve over time. Community is our Why.
Services:Portrait photography -- seniors, newborns, families,
Event photography - birthdays, weddings, school dances, graduations, holidays
Sports photography - action and still
Prints & Gifts
Accomplishments:
Featured artist in Snap'd Magazine [2021]
Education:
During primary school, I participated in a lesson which required students to make a basic pin-hole camera out of card-stock, use the camera to take an image, use chemicals in the dark-room to develop the image, and display the product. I was hooked. I gave this project 110% effort. Over the next few years, I made a concentrated effort to understand why the camera worked, and how to replicate the process. I wanted to know everything.
After graduating high school, I attended the University of Charleston, WV; where I majored in radiologic science, and took elective courses in professional photography. Together, these classes provided a strong foundation in understanding light & composition. Radiology classes taught me about light absorption, image composition, digital processing and pixel elements; and, it provided countless hours in the dark-room to perfect my chemical timing and film development technique. In my professional photography courses I was given challenging, creative assignments; then, provided honest, critical feedback and constructive criticism. I learned about technical relationships between F-Stop, aperture, and shutter speed settings. We studied the lives and techniques of famous photographers who lived to create art, preserve time, and tell a story. Fascinating stuff.
In July of 2021, I decided to bring my dream to life. Together, with my husband Brad & our son AJ - we've made it happen! Perspektiv Lens Photography officially became an LLC in the state of WV! We're still thrilled about it.
Inspired By:
Jordan Matter - Ansel Adams - Annie Leibovitz
Thank you for stopping by our site!
Please visit the "Contact Us" section to ask about sessions & pricing, or click "Book Now"
Love Always,
Andrea
