Posts in Category: Portraits
Wilkes Prom Memories: West & Central in the Spotlight
Prom night is one of the most anticipated milestones in a teen’s life, and at Pixels On Paper Photography, we specialize in capturing those unforgettable moments with timeless style. Recently, we had the joy of photographing two incredible couples—Valek & Sailym and Colton & Aubrianna—from West Wilkes and Wilkes Central High Schools right here in Wilkes County, NC.
These professional prom photo sessions were everything we love about this season—elegance, emotion, and authentic personality.
A Night to Remember
Valek and Sailym brought bold style and cool confidence to their prom session. Sailym’s dress shimmered beautifully in the golden-hour light, while Valek’s polished style paired perfectly. Their energy and chemistry made for stunning portraits that reflect not just fashion, but connection.
We also had the unique opportunity to photograph Valek and Sailym for a second prom earlier this season—this time for Wilkes Central High School. It was such a treat to see them bring a completely different look and vibe to each celebration. Their Wilkes Central session showcased fresh style and new energy, proving that every prom has its own story to tell. From updated outfits to a new location, they brought their charm, elegance, and undeniable chemistry in front of the lens. Capturing both of their prom experiences was not only an honor, but a perfect example of how one couple can create two equally memorable and beautifully distinct photo sessions.
Colton and Aubrianna embraced a more romantic and classic look. Aubrianna glowed in a soft, flowing gown, and Colton’s classic suit gave off serious red carpet vibes. From sweet smiles to quiet moments, their session was full of genuine emotion.
We selected a beautiful natural outdoor setting in our outdoor portrait garden to complement their looks and give a timeless backdrop to their prom portraits. Each image tells a story—of friendship, excitement, and celebration.
Why Choose Pixels On Paper for Your Prom Photos?
We bring a professional, personalized approach to every session. We understand that these are once-in-a-lifetime moments. Our goal is to capture the sparkle, the style, and the spirit of prom night in photos you’ll cherish for years.
Pixels On Paper is your go-to for senior portraits, prom photography, and milestone events.
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Prom season may come once a year, but your memories deserve to last forever. Whether you’re planning ahead for next year’s big night or want to schedule senior photos or graduation portraits, Pixels On Paper Photography is here to help.
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Photographing Timeless Moments in the Wilkes Peach Orchards
Spring brings with it a sense of renewal and beauty, and what better way to celebrate the season than by capturing timeless moments in one of Western North Carolina’s most scenic locations? If you’re looking for a stunning backdrop for your next photography session, the peach orchards of Wilkes, NC offer the perfect setting. Whether you want family portraits, engagement photos, or senior pictures, these orchards provide the ideal combination of natural beauty and serene elegance.
Why Choose Wilkes’s Peach Orchards?
The peach orchards in the Brushy Mountains of Wilkes are renowned for their breathtaking scenery, especially during the narrow window of time in spring when the trees are in full bloom. The soft pink and white blossoms create a dreamy atmosphere, perfect for portraits that capture the essence of new beginnings. The gentle rolling hills and rows of blossoming trees provide a natural beauty to every photo.
Not only is the location stunning, but the peace and calm of the orchards create a relaxed atmosphere for photo sessions. Whether you’re celebrating an important milestone or simply creating memories with loved ones, these orchards offer a backdrop that makes every moment feel special.
Ideal for All Types of Photography Sessions
Spring peach orchard portraits are incredibly versatile for any type of photo session. The beauty of the setting makes it a perfect place for:
- Family Portraits: Whether it’s a family reunion, a spring tradition, or just a chance to gather everyone for a professional photo, the orchards create an enchanting backdrop.
- Engagement Photos: There’s something magical about the soft peach blossoms that set the perfect romantic tone for engagement photos. Capture the excitement of your new chapter in this natural setting.
- Senior Portraits: High school seniors can embrace their milestone moment by posing against the delicate peach blooms, making their portraits truly stand out with a one-of-a-kind touch.
- Seasonal Updates: If it’s been a while since your last professional photo session, there’s no better time to update your family or personal head shot photo. The vibrant spring setting makes it the ideal time to capture the moment.
Expertise You Can Trust
At Pixels on Paper, we understand the importance of these moments. With over 20 years of experience in the photography industry, we know how to make every shot count. We are dedicated to providing a comfortable, professional experience, ensuring that you not only get beautiful images but also a fun and memorable time.
We work with each client to understand their vision and personal style, making sure that every photo session is tailored to meet your unique needs. From the first click of the camera to the final edited image, our goal is to capture your personality, love, and joy in every shot.
Book Your Spring Peach Orchard Session
Ready to make this spring unforgettable? Let us help you create beautiful memories that will last a lifetime. With the stunning peach orchards as your backdrop, your portrait session will be an experience to remember.
View even more Orchard portrait sessions on our photography blog here.
Booking a session is simple! Contact us today to schedule your appointment and discuss the details. Let’s make this season special with portraits that you’ll cherish forever.
Spring Outdoor Portraits in the Orchards
Hello, Outdoor Lovers and Lovers of all things Pink! Even though we’ve not quite reached the first day of spring, you can almost feel it just around the corner of our part of the North Carolina Mountains. Pixels On Paper Photography has the exclusive use of a gorgeous orchard and for more than a decade we’ve photographed babies, families, proposals, engagement and prom photos there. It’s time to schedule yours with us for spring 2024.
For us, this place is magic and more than a few families have chosen to return with us over the years to chronicle the growth of their children or specific milestones. It’s fresh and pretty and there are loads of places to grab portraits that make heirlooms and perfect Mother’s Day or Grandparent’s Day gifts.
We are now booking sessions for March and April, so contact us and let’s start plotting a session among the blossoms. These sessions are limited and happen only for a narrow window of time based totally on whatever weather Mother Nature throws our way. Get on our schedule early!
We love family portraits whether they are set in the studio, the great outdoors, a specific location like the mountains or high country, or on our property in our outdoor portrait garden. Pixels on Paper photographs, engagements and weddings, brides, and special events and portraits of all kinds in our Wilkesboro, NC studio. We would be honored to meet with you, learn about you and your family and be a part of taking special portraits that will become, we hope, family heirlooms.
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Looking back at 2023
We are diving head first into 2024 but not before completing a blog post that recaps the photos of our client’s and friends from 2023. We continue to feel incredibly blessed that so many each and every year trust us to photograph and capture the most important memories of their lives. We met some amazing people, felt like a part of so many of these people’s lives, and more often than not were right there along side of them having just as much fun. We gained numerous friendships last year. 2023 brought senior portraits, family portraits, newborn photography, photos of children, pet pics, and commercial photography both in our studio and out and about on location. We are inpatient when it comes to figuring out what 2024 will bring and excited about the photographs we will capture and designs we will create
The following are a few of our personal favorite images from some of those we photographed in 2023. Enjoy the view!
We love family portraits whether they are set in the studio, the great outdoors, a specific location like the mountains or high country, or on our property in our outdoor portrait garden. Pixels on Paper photographs newborns and families, special events and portraits of all kinds in our Wilkesboro, NC studio. We would be honored to meet with you, learn about you and your family and be a part of taking special portraits that will become, we hope, family heirlooms.
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States License All photos are ©2023 Pixels On Paper. Do not copy, crop, or remove watermark.
My love of details in photography
As we straddle the seasons (what North Carolinians know as “my new daffodils invited the last snow” season), I’m noticing the details everywhere. It got me thinking about the details I love to capture in my photographs. There is always a subject – always a story being told – but it’s the details that we hover over.
In that vein – here are some favorites. Happy Spring, gang! Don’t worry – you’ll get that hour back one way or another.
Engagements
Engagement portraits speak to love and the anticipation of your public union. But for me, these images are transformed when I can capture the small glances, the body English, the closeness between the almost married. These images take my breath away still.
Maternity
Maternity portraits are some of my favorites. Mothers in that mode of nesting and at their most happy, full and ripe. But I always encourage the father or father-to-be to take part in front of the camera. The union of the parents always comes through in the images and the details of care and excitement come through.
Newborns
There aren’t enough blog posts to contain my favorite images of babies being …………. babies.
We love family portraits whether they are set in the studio, the great outdoors, a specific location like the mountains or high country, or on our property in our outdoor portrait garden. Pixels on Paper photographs newborns and families, special events and portraits of all kinds in our Wilkesboro, NC studio. We would be honored to meet with you, learn about you and your family and be a part of taking special portraits that will become, we hope, family heirlooms.
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States License All photos are ©2022 Pixels On Paper. Do not copy, crop, or remove watermark.