My name is Sarah Kobunski and I started this photography business 5 years ago.
I really love helping people see their beauty. Yes, you are beautiful.
I also love helping people get what they really want. That's why I named the business, Desired Focus. I also chose the logo of an infinity sign because I want people to always remember the beautiful moments and people that are most important to them.
Before I let you know a little bit about me and a common trend in choosing a photographer, look at some beautiful images in these apps I created for clients:
Wedding
Engagement Session
Family Session
Senior Session
You may have noticed the same trend I see when it comes to hiring a photographer.
People have way better cameras than they used to. Some know how to actually use them too! (In fact, I actually teach people how to use their cameras in photography workshops and personalized photography lessons!)
Maybe you are one of those people that bought a $500+ camera.
I want to first say, I'm actually in favor of better equipment and cheaper cameras. (I know $500 isn't spare change). I'm in favor of people capturing fun and beautiful memories of amazing moments in their lives.
Why would I want to deprive a mom of the ability to look at a picture 20 years from now of their baby's first steps? Why would I want someone to have ugly pictures of their friends goofing off at Prom?
You want to know why I wanted to become a photographer? It's because I loved photography even when I had a cheap camera and horrible pictures. (I had no concept of composition or how to use it!) I just couldn't imagine not being able to take pictures.
I started learning how to use a camera because I loved being artistic. Even though I could draw, I hated that I couldn't always spend time with people while creating it. That was boring to me. At least with a camera, I could interact and be with people. It was satisfying for me. (I was amazed by my sisters' and brothers' artistic talent with painting, drawing, and lego structures! I wanted to find my niche.)
There are a ton of people with cameras out there wanting to help you get pictures of your family, wedding, or Senior pics and you may actually get some images from them that you absolutely love and will cherish forever. You may really consider this because these enthusiasts will consider doing it for free or pizza or $50! (Or me..when I first started around 15 years ago, the cost of film. And no, my cousin did not enjoy my blurry pictures, even though some turned out.) You may also end up missing moments you've dreamed about because they didn't understand how to use their camera. You may end up getting boring shots and missing the heart and beauty of the moment.
I'm writing this because I want you to find someone who has the knowledge how to use their camera and will take your vision and accomplish it. Find someone who will create art when they capture your moments.
After the pictures are taken, will this friend work on making the pictures better? Do they actually know how to enhance images or will they look worse? Will they give you a timeline of when you'll get them back or will it be one of the last things they get to in their busy life? Will you even see the images after they are taken? I remember when I first started editing images, 1. I was amazed that a little enhancement goes a long way, and 2. It takes up a lot of time to learn.
Look at my work, does it already match what you want? Do you want professional prints and professional courtesy?
When you hire me, you are hiring me to:
*Listen to you
*Have a relaxed session
*Make your images look as beautiful as possible
*Quickly access your images or prints
If you'd like to book a session, please give me a call at 740.297.4955 or email me at sarah@desiredfocus.com to set up a time that works best for your schedule. I usually schedule sessions week days and evenings, but will consider Sunday on occasion. I like to reserve Saturdays for Weddings and Photography workshops and classes. I will occasionally have Saturday evenings free, so please ask if you want one.
I like to meet people at a location they love and I offer unlimited outfit changes and number of people in the pictures. The sessions are usually about an hour. The travel fee is included in the photo session or wedding within 100 miles of Zanesville, Ohio.
