French Touch Photography Rochester, MN
Photographer for Portraits, Products, Corporate & Commercial Photography in Rochester, MN
Thanks to extensive experience in photography in Paris, French-Touch-Photography offers you the opportunity to capture high-quality images. My areas of competence cover a large spectrum of photography. Based in Rochester, Minnesota, I offer much more than local photographers. I cherish quality for every project, simplicity and great customer experience.
Whatever your photography needs are, if I am enthusiastic to cover it, I can guarantee your satisfaction.
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Quality
Beside the conventional technical criteria (composition, exposure, sharpness, resolution, etc.), I believe that a good image is an image that communicates a message and that you don’t forget. A good image is more than an illustration; it must generate enthusiasm from the viewer. That can be obtained by capturing the right moment (emotion, expression), and by lighting, staging a portrait or a product photograph.
Timeless Style
Real beauty is timeless and passes true for centuries. That’s why, whether it’s during the photo session, or during the retouching process, I choose not to follow the trendy mood, but focus on what some would name classical, natural, minimalism. I want my images to be vibrant, dynamic, and kindle passion. For that purpose, I pay extreme attention to details, when I take the pictures (hands, attitude, gaze, shadows, colors, contrast), and when I enhance them (natural colors, texture, noise, deformation).
Customer Experience
As a local photographer, I value my customers and make everything simple and efficient for them. I like people with high expectations, and I understand that most people are not professional photographers. I only make clear promises I can keep and find a way to be convenient for your requirements specifications (when working with a professional).
That’s why I consider it my job to give you clear information and clear advice on how to prepare for your photos.
Guidance
From recommendations on the best places to take your engagement photos in Rochester, MN, to advice on the type or colors of clothes to select, the time of the day, the pose to choose or to avoid, a perfect timeline, I offer you numerous guidance for an effective result.
Our Products
I cherish your photographs with high-end retouch. On the printed side, I offer prints, and luxury albums, with handmade layout with your own selection. They are made from the best quality material, so they should stay in good condition in the future. Check our albums for more information.
Extensive After-Sale Service
I will be happy to do anything I can to help satisfy your wish and answer your questions. I answer quickly most of your requests during the same day, and not later than 48 hours later.
Because I value your digital files, I use a camera body featuring two memory slots. Moreover, in my studio, I secure all your digital images on several hard drives.
Most Common Photography Services
Wedding Photography
I am specialized in wedding photography (mostly in Minneapolis and St Paul), capturing the husband and wife’s once-in-a-lifetime event. I offer long coverage, capturing the entire day.
Because I believe that a close relationship is one important key for successful coverage, I have decided to include an engagement session in each of my packages.
Family Photography
In most families who had their wedding captured, the wife would call back her photographer to immortalize with his camera their first child and then their family reunions in Rochester, MN. I am proud to offer families their best moments caught and hung on their wall. Those are beautiful memories to cherish. If you don’t need a long 1- or 2-hour outdoor session, I sometimes offer mini sessions. Fall being the one that people love the most (for obvious reasons), it’s better to secure your date as soon as possible.
Head Shot photography
Having your portrait taken can be a tough adventure. Well, I will make it smooth and make sure you enjoy it.
Whether it’s for a personal session or some corporate head shots, I use tricks to make you relax and feel at ease in front of the camera.
Event Photography
I will capture memories of professional events in Rochester, MN, taking unnoticed and posed portraits. More than documenting your reception, your professional event photographer will catch both the emotion and create illustrative images, helping you to communicate with your desired objectives.
Other Photography services for personal
Without pretending to be specialized in the following niches, I am happy to offer photography service with the same level of professionalism.
Seniors and graduated
When you are a Senior in College in France, you don’t do this kind of image. Though I have never had the opportunity to capture such pictures. Watching the work of other photographers in Rochester, MN, I have discovered that there is a bunch of styles used, and it seems pretty fun!
New Born
I have taken my son’s, my brother’s daughter, and some friends’ daughters’ pictures. Indeed, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime event you want to remember. I keep it simple, with a refined and minimalist design to focus on the baby. Unlike the huge newborn photography industry, I don’t use props and I don’t over retouch the pictures. So if you prefer pictures of your child with numerous baskets, wrapped in several colored blankets, materials, hats, maybe you should contact a specialized photographer. There are some in the Cities and in Byron.
Boudoir
Ten years ago I shot an Aubade style calendar for Stewart who wanted to offer her fiancé a surprise gift. I keep a good memory of this experience, composing with the light and the human curves to create artistic and sexy pics. Some photographers are specialized in boudoir, offering a studio with a bed, furniture, background, makeup and even lingerie!
Well, I am not. I would keep it simple, using a clear wall, or a studio backdrop as the background of your images.
Photography services for companies
Products
I do all kinds of product photographs, from the simple, clear packshot that reflects the object, to a more creative and sophisticated achievement, that enhances your product.
Real estate
I do real estate photography locally. I understand the needs and the obligations of the market. That’s why I am offering fast delivery. What’s more, my images are bright, clean, objective, and find the best angles to start enthusiasm from the viewer.
Commercial
Each commercial photography is different. From the pictures of an object, to an elaborate and staged photograph, including several actors. It’s usually realized in a controlled and lit decor.
Food
Food photography is a real art. In order to kindle the viewer’s appetite, I work with the colors, the materials to create a synesthesia.
Photo Booth
I have designed a chic Photo Booth that I am happy to rent during events. It’s simple, and offers guests a unique keepsake.
Our Skills and Experience
I am probably the only photography studio in town, with two degrees in photography!
Indeed, I graduated from 3 years in university in Paris, and a 5-year degree in a famous Art School in Paris (École Normale Supérieur des Arts décoratifs). What’s more, I have been an assistant to fashion and commercial photographers. Not only did it allow me to travel the world to shoot campaigns but also gave me a clear understanding of companies’ needs and expectations. In addition to that, I have been a teacher in a Photography School (university level).
In other words, I believe I am probably one of the most credentialed professionals compared to other photographers in Rochester, MN.
All the theoretical, practical knowledge, allows me to conduct almost any photography project from A to Z, handling each step of the process.
Reviews from our past clients
Better than believing me on my words, I invite you to check my portfolio! Indeed, that’s probably the best way to judge a photographer’s talent. In addition, you can read my clients’ reviews.
The Area We Serve
While I am located in Rochester, I actually serve the entire SE Minnesota. If your project is worth it, I am not afraid to drive several miles further in the Midwest. So I am used to working in Stewartville, Byron, Pine Island, Lake City, Zumbrota, Mankato, Albert Lea, and, of course, in the Twin Cities. They include Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Burnsville, Plymouth, Edina, Chaska, Bloomington, Richfield, Mendota Heights just to name a few.
