Heirloom Stories & Studio News
Stories That Celebrate Family, Legacy, and Love
At Hayes & Fisk Photography, our blog is more than just a collection of posts — it's a window into the lives and legacies of the families we have the privilege to photograph. Each entry offers a deeper look into the artistry behind our portraits and the heartfelt connections we capture. From milestone celebrations to quiet, everyday moments of love, this space is where emotion and artistry meet.
We invite you to explore these heirloom stories, gain a behind-the-scenes look at our process, and be inspired by the timeless beauty that a portrait can preserve. Whether you're planning your next session or simply love the magic of storytelling through imagery, there’s something here for you.
Black and White Session for Lanni Family
Some of the children we've had the pleasure of photographing over the past 36 years possess features so remarkably outstanding that they leave an indelible mark on our memories.
Engagement in Libby Hill Park
Capturing this exhilarating moment in the Glancy family's journey feels like coming full circle for us at Hayes & Fisk Photography.
VanTuyle Portrait Session
Capturing moments that last a lifetime is the heart of what we do at Hayes and Fisk Photography. Every session is not just about taking pictures; it's about creating memories that families can cherish for generations to come.
Portrait Session in South Carolina
Time flies, and it feels like just yesterday when we documented Vander’s 18-month session in our garden. Now, at 5 years old, he continues to impress us with his vibrant personality.
Phipps Family Portrait Session
Just chatting with Melanie over the phone to book her family session and help her choose clothing for the girls made us smile. She is so sweet and loves her girls so much that it’s infectious.
Astoria Family Portrait Session
We are excited to share this fun-loving black-and-white session with you. We feel so fortunate when our clients allow us to insert ourselves into their incredible stories while capturing special moments like the ones in the images below. The Astoria family is filled with so much love and laughter and it was all documented in these pictures.
Smith Family Portrait Session
Capturing the essence of family love through timeless portraits is an art we hold dear. At Hayes & Fisk, we celebrate families who cherish and honor their children's lives by proudly displaying our exquisite oil portraits.
Black and White Studio Session
Reece brought an abundance of joy to our studio during her black-and-white session. In front of the camera, Reece's vibrant personality shines through every shot, radiating her charm and youth.
Salzberg Studio Session
We were thrilled to have Robin, her daughters Ava and Julia, and their grandmother back in the studio. It seems like only yesterday when we created Julia’s newborn portraits. It’s hard to believe it’s been 11 years, where does the time go!!!
Hearn Family Newborn Session
What is there not to love about a newborn session! Everyone was all smiles as we photographed two month old Hudson.
Sheehan Garden Session
It’s been a while since we’ve seen Ryan and his family. In fact, it’s been since 2015 and boy has he grown - we can’t believe he is 12!
Watson Senior Portait
We we thrilled when Beth called us to schedule Laura’s Senior Portrait Session. We are honored to have the opportunity to help the Watson Family document this major milestone as Laura graduates from high school.
Turochy Senior Portrait Session
When Lori and Ryan called to schedule Sam’s Senior Portrait Session, we couldn’t believe it was time for him to graduate. It seems like not that long ago we were photographing their wedding.
Sibling Oil Portrait
There is nothing more special than honoring the life of a child. We are so fortunate to have met Gene and Pam, their grandchildren, and their daughters Amory and Paige. This day turned out to be a very special day as we captured these memories that will last a lifetime
Gulati Family Session
It’s hard to believe it’s only been three years since we created a beautiful family oil portrait for Gauri and her family. That portrait is now displayed over the fireplace in their family room.
Jones Family on Location
As kids head back to school, this post hits home. For those with seniors in high school, you may being feeling a little nostalgic or have some fears about your children going off to college or life in the real world. This is the perfect time to capture these fleeting memories. That is exactly what the Jones family did in this session.
Melissa + Josh
Most of you know that we are huge Dave Matthews Band fans. Growing up in Staunton, Virginia in the late 90’s everyone knew who this amazing band from Charlottesville was, and more importantly who they were about to become.
Heppert Senior Session
Back-to-school time is quickly approaching, so we thought we would kick it off with a senior portrait session
Algeier Sibling Session
It is always a pleasure to have the Algeier Family in the studio. Hayes & Fisk photographed Rhonda and Austin’s wedding in the 90’s and we have been photographing their family ever since. It truly is an honor and pleasure to watch these two children grow up to be amazing adults.