Scott Hancock Photography

Phobias - What are you afraid of?

2009-11-18T21:16:00.000-08:00

phobias

Achluophobia Fear of darkness.
Acousticophobia Fear of noise.
Acrophobia Fear of heights.
Agoraphobia Fear of open spaces or of being in crowded places.
Ailurophobia Fear of cats.
Alektorophobia Fear of chickens.
Alliumphobia Fear of garlic.
Allodoxaphobia Fear of opinions.
Altophobia Fear of heights.
Amaxophobia Fear of riding in a car.
Ambulophobia Fear of walking.
Ancraophobia or Anemophobia Fear of wind.
Androphobia Fear of men.
Anglophobia Fear of England, English culture, etc.
Anthrophobia Fear of flowers.
Antlophobia Fear of floods.
Anuptaphobia Fear of staying single.
Apeirophobia Fear of infinity.
Aphenphosmphobia Fear of being touched.
Apiphobia Fear of bees.
Apotemnophobia Fear of persons with amputations. Arachnephobia/Arachnophobia Fear of spiders.
Arithmophobia Fear of numbers.
Arrhenphobia Fear of men. Arsonphobia Fear of fire.
Astraphobia/Astrapophobia Fear of thunder and lightning.
Astrophobia Fear of stars/space.
Ataxophobia Fear of disorder or untidiness.
Atelophobia Fear of imperfection.
Athazagoraphobia Fear of being forgotton or ignored or forgetting.
Atychiphobia Fear of failure.
Aurophobia Fear of gold.
Automatonophobia Fear of ventriloquist's dummies, animatronic creatures, wax statues
Automysophobia Fear of being dirty.
Autophobia Fear of being alone or of oneself.
Aviophobia/Aviatophobia Fear of flying.

Bacillophobia Fear of microbes.
Bacteriophobia Fear of bacteria.
Bathmophobia Fear of stairs or steep slopes.
Batophobia Fear of heights.
Batrachophobia Fear of amphibians (like frogs)
Belonephobia Fear of pins and needles.
Bibliophobia Fear of books.
Botanophobia Fear of plants.
Brontophobia Fear of thunder and lightning.

Cacophobia Fear of ugliness.
Cainophobia/Cainotophobia Fear of newness, novelty.
Caligynephobia Fear of beautiful women.
Carnophobia Fear of meat.
Catagelophobia Fear of being ridiculed.
Catoptrophobia Fear of mirrors.
Cenophobia / Centophobia Fear of new things or ideas.
Ceraunophobia Fear of thunder.
Chaetophobia Fear of hair.
Chionophobia Fear of snow.
Chiraptophobia Fear of being touched.
Chirophobia Fear of hands.
Chorophobia Fear of dancing.
Chrometophobia/Chrematophobia Fear of money.
Chromophobia/Chromatophobia Fear of colors.
Chronomentrophobia Fear of clocks.
Cibophobia/Sitophobia/Sitiophobia Fear of food.
Claustrophobia Fear of confined spaces.
Climacophobia Fear of stairs.
Clinophobia Fear of going to bed.
Coimetrophobia Fear of cemeteries.
Coulrophobia Fear of clowns.
Cyberphobia Fear of computers.
Cyclophobia Fear of bicycles.
Cymophobia Fear of waves.
Cynophobia Fear of dogs.

Demophobia Fear of crowds.
Dendrophobia Fear of trees.
Dentophobia Fear of dentists.
Didaskaleinophobia Fear of going to school.
Dipsophobia Fear of drinking.
Dishabiliophobia Fear of undressing in front of someone.
Dromophobia Fear of crossing streets.

Eisoptrophobia Fear of mirrors.
Elurophobia Fear of cats.
Emetophobia Fear of vomiting.
Entomophobia Fear of insects.
Ephebiphobia Fear of teenagers.
Epistaxiophobia Fear of nosebleeds.
Equinophobia Fear of horses.
Ergophobia Fear of work.

Felinophobia Fear of cats.

Gamophobia Fear of marriage.
Geliophobia Fear of laughter.
Genophobia Fear of sex.
Gephyrophobia, Gephydrophobia, or Gephysrophobia Fear of crossing bridges.
Gerascophobia Fear of growing old.
Glossophobia Fear of speaking in public or of trying to speak. Gynephobia/Gynophobia Fear of women.

Haphephobia/Haptephobia Fear of being touched.
Harpaxophobia Fear of being robbed.
Heliophobia Fear of the sun.
Hemophobia/Hemaphobia/Hematophobia Fear of blood.
Hierophobia Fear of priests or sacred things.
Hominophobia Fear of men.
Hylophobia Fear of forests.

Iatrophobia Fear of doctors.
Ichthyophobia Fear of fish.

Judeophobia Fear of Jews.

Keraunophobia Fear of thunder and lightning.
Kymophobia Fear of waves.

Lachanophobia Fear of vegetables.
Ligyrophobia Fear of loud noises.
Limnophobia Fear of lakes.
Liticaphobia Fear of lawsuits.
Lockiophobia Fear of childbirth.
Logizomechanophobia Fear of computers.
Logophobia Fear of words.
Lygophobia Fear of darkness.

Macrophobia Fear of long waits.
Mageirocophobia Fear of cooking.
Maieusiophobia Fear of childbirth.
Megalophobia Fear of large things.
Melissophobia Fear of bees.
Methyphobia Fear of alcohol.
Microphobia Fear of small things.
Misophobia Fear of being contaminated with dirt/germs.
Monophobia Fear of solitude or being alone.
Motorphobia Fear of automobiles.
Musophobia/Murophobia Fear of mice.

Necrophobia Fear of death / dead things.
Neophobia Fear of anything new.
Nosocomephobia Fear of hospitals.
Numerophobia Fear of numbers.

Ochlophobia Fear of crowds or mobs.
Ophidiophobia Fear of snakes.
Ophthalmophobia Fear of being stared at.
Ornithophobia Fear of birds.

Pedophobia Fear of children.
Peladophobia Fear of bald people.
Phasmophobia Fear of ghosts.
Placophobia Fear of tombstones.
Plutophobia Fear of wealth.
Pogonophobia Fear of beards.
Potamophobia Fear of rivers or running water.
Pteronophobia Fear of being tickled by feathers.
Pupaphobia fear of puppets.
Pyrophobia Fear of fire.

Rhytiphobia Fear of getting wrinkles.
Rupophobia Fear of dirt.

Scolionophobia Fear of school.
Selachophobia Fear of sharks.
Sesquipedalophobia Fear of long words.

Tachophobia Fear of speed.
Technophobia Fear of technology.
Telephonophobia Fear of telephones.
Testophobia Fear of taking tests.
Theophobia Fear of gods or religion.
Trypanophobia Fear of injections.

Venustraphobia Fear of beautiful women.
Verbophobia Fear of words.
Verminophobia Fear of germs.
Vestiphobia Fear of clothing.

Xenoglossophobia Fear of foreign languages.

Zoophobia Fear of animals

Corospondence with an up and coming photographer.

2009-11-10T09:42:00.000-08:00

I'm a senior in high school, I do Hair and Photography as well. I am doing a project and it involves researching what I want to do for a career. My question was " How can I successfully own my own hair and photography Business" I Googleed it to see what I got and your name showed. I was wondering if by any chance I could ask you a few questions about it? It would be greatly appreciated. And help me a great deal with my project.
Thanks for your time.
Lexie Bennett

Do you want to email me or drop by the studio? Scott

Ha ha, I live in Washington. I could just e-mail some questions if that's not to much trouble?
Lexie

On Mon, Nov 9, 2009 at 10:22 PM, Lexie Bennett wrote:

Ok, thank you SO much!! I have to do a ten page paper on this to graduate. The more you write the better. You don't have to finish it right now if your to busy. Thank you so much again!

1) Tell me what your profession is: Photographer

2) What made you want to start this particular career: I enjoyed Photography, but I was schooled in graphic arts, old school, so I needed to do something else when old school graphics became out dated.

3) What are the benefits of owning your own business: Just being my own boss, but you really need a business background or payout allot for someone else to do your business, and you concentrate on the creative end.

4) What were some of the biggest challenges: Sales and property taxes, advertising ( you need to shoot to create the income to support your career...

5) How is it financially ( does it support you well ) : currently all photographers are having a tough time for several reasons, economy for one, everyone is being more cautious about spending money and this being a luxury, we suffer. plus everyone thinks they are photographers because the have a 10megapixel camera and go shoot their cousins wedding... sorry if this is disappointing but with you natural energy and desire you can sway people to use you services, I have have a successful career just not lately. Just some more info on me, go to > http://scotthancockphotography.com/html/about_us.html my equipment (some come to me because I'm current in technologies> http://scotthancockphotography.com/html/technologies.html my studio> http://scotthancockphotography.com/html/studio_tour.html

this is an accumulation for just over 30years so don't think its impossible. just be smart when starting out.

6) Did you set up a business plan: A basic plan with allot of desire and getup and go!

7) Did you take any class for hair, photography or business: I was in the graphic arts industry and so allot of study in master painters from the past, learning about light and art design, etc., photography was a required course back then not now, from what I understand.

8) What is the best way to get started: Passion and shoot allot. Study your work and set the goal of higher percentage rate of successful, salable image content, every time you shoot. study and plagiarizer photographers. Something really helpful is become friends with photographers on Facebook. Allot of good work at your finger tips to view and study...

9) Would you recommend this career why or why not : Only if you have a passion, I, at this time, can't think of anything else I would want to do except my passions, I like the creation aspect of anything.

I wouldn't recommend this to a novice as a trade, unless their passion is really strong. but if you can't see the shot when you look through the lens, then don't go into this as a trade, get a job to survive and do this as a weekend warrior photographer (just my partial opinion).

10) How long did it take you to start it up: 5 years to break even, but I was an upholsterer to sustain myself for that period and then I quit and went full time photographer but during that time I honed my craft to be more readily acceptable to the masses (you know, those who have money :)

11) Is it home-based or do you own a separate building: See #5 above.

12) Is it just you or your family too: My wife is the main business operator and everything that she needs to be to keep the studio going, we also have a part time employee. we booth rent our salon, with four chairs.

13) What would be your biggest suggestion for someone who wanted to do this: Passion and additional income (job) to support your desire of getting you career going, or someone who believes in you and are willing to financially support you while you get going.

14) Is the studio and salon set up kinda close (what's the set up of the location): see # 5 above.

15) Why do you prefer owning your own business over working for someone else: My Dad owned his own business, but shadowing someone (established photographer) will give you an edge, I have student come to my studio every semester from the nearby colleges and high schools to mentor.

My question is "How can I successfully own a entrepreneurial business combining my skills in hair and photography?" It will all fall in to place, start shooting your clients as portfolio pieces to shoe hair clients and then expand and have them as photo clients as well! Offer your hair and do makeup to photographer for opportunity to shoot with them and pick their brain, etc...

If you can think of anything else to help me answer this question it would be great! I'm not so sure of what the first steps that I would need to take like financially or anything so any help would be greatly appreciated. =)

Lexie Bennett

I hope this is some what helpful, all this was off the cuff, May I add this to my blog?

GOOD LUCK!!!!!! :)
Scott Hancock

Silent Monks Singing Halleluia

2009-10-21T11:42:00.001-07:00

I thik you will like this!

My Daughters Illustrations

2009-06-26T11:39:00.000-07:00

Check it out @ one of the following:
andrahancock.blogspot.com
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1809970646&ref=ts
andrahancock.com

2009-04-15T22:36:00.000-07:00

This was really sweet how it came together!

2009-04-15T22:34:00.000-07:00

Photography
Author: Unknown

A photograph is more than just
A gift to bring or send.
And more than just the likeness of
A relative or friend.

It is a kindly greeting and
A memory to hold.
Of happy times and pleasant things.
However new or old.

It is a mirror that reflects
Companionship and cheer.
And now and then the wistfulness
That turns into a tear.

A photograph is something to
Adorn a desk or wall.
Or carry in a pocket and
Display to one and all.

It is a faithful portrait
The smile that friendship shares
To add its sunshine and to show
That someone really cares.

2009-04-13T19:45:00.000-07:00

I really like how this guy instructs, please do yourself a favor read on:

"Transform you Old, Worn out Photos in Minutes with Adobe Photoshop"

By David Peters

www.learnphotoshopnow.com
Learn how to quickly and easily master the basics of photoshop in just 2 hours and produce graphics like a pro... your friends and family will be amazed!

"Transform you Old, Worn out Photos in Minutes with Adobe Photoshop"

Do you have old photographs that are faded, worn out, crinkled or even torn? Of course you do, everyone does. Many of these photos are likely very old family photographs that are simply irreplaceable should something happen to them.

In the past it was very expensive and time consuming to have old damaged photographed restored. It usually required a photo restoration expert and sometimes the results were not really that great.

Digital imaging, and more specifically Adobe Photoshop, has revolutionized the process of renewing and restoring old photographs.

It is amazing the results you can achieve with Photoshop. Old and damaged, even torn, photographs can be restored and renewed to their original colors and vitality using the tools available in Photoshop.

Adobe’s Photoshop is the number one choice digital photo editing software application among today’s professional photographers, graphic artists and web designers.

It is not only the best but easier to work with than you might think. Many shy away from Photoshop because there are intimidated by the complexity.

With the help of a good Photoshop tutorial you can begin to learn Photoshop within minutes and be on your way to restoring those old photographs and preserving your family’s memories for year to come.

There are less expensive digital editing applications but the problem is that they often have very limited capabilities when it comes to doing high quality digital photo restoration.

Those cheaper digital photo software packages often utilize a one size fits all approach to photo restoration and they just don’t have the functions to deal with all of the types of damage you may encounter in renewing your old photos.

The other benefit of using Photoshop to fix your old photographs it that you can work in layers.

The layers function ensures that you won’t waste an hours work with one little mistake. As you work your photograph you can save each new change as a new layer. If you mess up simply delete that layer and try again.

Photo restoration requires patience and attention to detail. Only Adobe Photoshop has the tools to do a quality job restoring your old photographs.

Learn Photoshop now and start bringing those old photographs to new life.

Success, Scott Hancock

Author David Peters: Master The Basics Of Adobe Photoshop In Under 2 Hours With Easy To Follow Instantly Accessible Online Video Tutorials.
Full Details Here: www.learnphotoshopnow.com/

Learn Photoshop easily, Highly recommended!

2009-04-07T12:37:00.000-07:00

Effective Tools and Systems Make "Learn Photoshop Now" the Premiere Training System

Having effective tools and resources are the reasons why learning systems are successful. As people strive to do more with less time, they will be looking for training systems that can help them grasp the skills they need quickly and easily. Learn Photoshop Now does that for their students.

Learn Photoshop Now is a unique and distinctive learning system that helps people master Adobe Photoshop. A power-packed computer based training system helps learn basic skills, but the learning doesn’t just stop there. Learn Photoshop Now keeps their students updated via the use of newsletters and blogs. The newsletter and blog resources provide information that’s not on the videos. Students using CS3 will want these updates!

Blogs are a quickly growing medium for the distributions of information. Learn Photoshop Now is using this cutting edge medium as a means to keep in touch with their students. They can find news, tips, tricks and updates for Photoshop that aren’t taught on the computer based tutorials. Specific topics have included the CS3 Red Eye Tutorial, Photography Tips - "Ghosting", Photoshop Lab Color and more!

Learning Photoshop Now is quickly becoming a valuable leader as a training system for Adobe Photoshop. Students are raving about the results they are getting as a result of using this easy to understand system.

"I purchased Photoshop Fast Track for Newbies 10 days ago, and I am delighted that at long last I am making progress with a long held ambition to become a competent user of Photoshop. I have a long way to go, but I look forward with the confidence of someone who has access to a sound training program. I have already tested the help desk to good effect and am certain that I will need them again being a silver surfer who is not a particularly proficient computer user. My grateful thanks to David and his team." John Petch is a student of the Learn Photoshop Now learning system.

David Peters is a well-established Adobe Photoshop Coach. He understands the needs and fears of new Photoshop users and has helped many people with his tutorial series. Also of proven value are his ongoing email updates which keep his students at the forefront of learning.

You won't be disappointed, Best regards, Scott hancock

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Ansel Adams

2009-03-31T17:10:00.001-07:00

Not everybody trusts paintings but people believe photographs.
Ansel Adams

Ever wonder?

2009-03-31T17:07:00.001-07:00

Ever wonder why the sun LIGHTENS our hair, but DARKENS our skin? Why is it that to STOP Windows 98, you have to click START? Why is 'ABBREVIATED' such a long word? Why is it that doctors call what they do PRACTICE? Why is the man who invests all your money called BROKER?

"Transform you Old, Worn out Photos in Minutes with Adobe Photoshop"

2009-02-21T17:06:00.001-08:00

This is really pretty good, I found this surfing the web, I do a lot of restoring old photos and I recommend this to anybody who wants to learn to do this for themselves.

By David Peters

http://www.learnphotoshopnow.com
Learn how to quickly and easily master the basics of photoshop in just 2 hours and produce graphics like a pro... your friends and family will be amazed!

"Transform you Old, Worn out Photos in Minutes with Adobe Photoshop"

Do you have old photographs that are faded, worn out, crinkled or even torn? Of course you do, everyone does. Many of these photos are likely very old family photographs that are simply irreplaceable should something happen to them.

In the past it was very expensive and time consuming to have old damaged photographed restored. It usually required a photo restoration expert and sometimes the results were not really that great.

Digital imaging, and more specifically Adobe Photoshop, has revolutionized the process of renewing and restoring old photographs.

It is amazing the results you can achieve with Photoshop. Old and damaged, even torn, photographs can be restored and renewed to their original colors and vitality using the tools available in Photoshop.

Adobe’s Photoshop is the number one choice digital photo editing software application among today’s professional photographers, graphic artists and web designers.

It is not only the best but easier to work with than you might think. Many shy away from Photoshop because there are intimidated by the complexity.

With the help of a good Photoshop tutorial you can begin to learn Photoshop within minutes and be on your way to restoring those old photographs and preserving your family’s memories for year to come.

There are less expensive digital editing applications but the problem is that they often have very limited capabilities when it comes to doing high quality digital photo restoration.

Those cheaper digital photo software packages often utilize a one size fits all approach to photo restoration and they just don’t have the functions to deal with all of the types of damage you may encounter in renewing your old photos.

The other benefit of using Photoshop to fix your old photographs it that you can work in layers.

The layers function ensures that you won’t waste an hours work with one little mistake. As you work your photograph you can save each new change as a new layer. If you mess up simply delete that layer and try again.

Photo restoration requires patience and attention to detail. Only Adobe Photoshop has the tools to do a quality job restoring your old photographs.

Learn Photoshop now and start bringing those old photographs to new life.

Author David Peters: Master The Basics Of Adobe Photoshop In Under 2 Hours With Easy To Follow Instantly Accessible Online Video Tutorials.
Full Details Here: http://www.learnphotoshopnow.com/"Transform you Old, Worn out Photos in Minutes with Adobe Photoshop"

2009-03-04T20:56:00.000-08:00

I've just found a way to promote your own web site that seems a lot better than clicking for credits, if you're into that thing.

http://www.trafficdigger.com/user/hdskoala.html

check it out!

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2009-02-21T16:47:00.000-08:00

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Many people experience stress over the thought of learning something new. The creators of Learn Photoshop Now understand those feelings and have made the tutorial as stress free as possible. Students can proceed through the lessons in the comfort of their own home and at their own pace. People all have different ways of learning and many times a 2 inch thick manual isn’t the answer.

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2009-02-13T11:16:00.000-08:00

Make a Photo Break out of a Frame
This is actually a fairly simple task -- although many of the Photoshop authors make it seem more difficult than it really is. Using logic, the portion of the image to be popped out of the frame must be separated from the original image and raised to a higher level, in front of the frame, while leaving the original photo in tact. This technique works in any image software which has layers.

1. Cut out the image: Using any of the software's selection tools you wish, make an accurate selection of the portion of the image you wish to pop.
In this example we used a combination of the Lasso and Magnetic Lasso to carve out the front of the car. Tip: to save time, cut only the part that will pop out.

Lift the image: Once your selection is accurate, and ready to go, duplicate it onto its own layer by using the "float" command (Cmd/J or Ctrl/J)

You can see the nose of the Jaguar is now on its own layer. (#1 in the layers palette) Note that it's just the nose -- no use to select more than you have to. It will match perfectly with the original image on the background layer and provide a seamless pop-out.

2. Create the Frame: Now, in a new layer, you can create the frame for the photo. Here we simply used a white background with the frame cut out. Layer #2 in the diagram.

At this point you can decorate or modify the frame any way you wish -- textures, borders, etc.
Key Concept: Layer Sequencing. Always remember that the stacking order of your layers affects the final product. As you look at the file, you'll understand that the layers were generated in that specific stack order to achieve the effect -- even though they may not have been created in that order.

Also note that we did all the selection work on a COPY of the background, just in case we flubbed something up, or needed to go back and get more of the image. The "work" layer can be deleted, and the whole image flattened when complete.

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2009-02-07T17:27:00.000-08:00

15 Ways to Make Money with Digital Photography

Ideas Presented by Your Guide to Digital Photography

It’s easier than you may think to make money as a digital photographer. There are many different ways to make money doing digital photography and here are 15 to get you started.

Method #1 – Selling Stock Photography
Selling stock photography is easier than you may think. Just take some of your best photos and submit them to stock photography sites. They will be reviewed and if it’s a good photo, it will hopefully be accepted. You’ll get paid about $1-2 every time someone uses your photo.

Method #2 – Screensavers
There’s a lot more money in screensavers than people realize. Take a series of photographs along a theme and make your own screensaver. If the photos are good, they’ll do great on screensaver sites or on eBay.

Method #3 – eBay Sellers
Speaking of eBay, eBay can be a great source of business. eBay sellers often have very poor photos of images they sell over and over. Set up a local service photographing eBay items.

Method #4 – Wedding Photographer
One of the more popular ways to work as a photographer. The key to getting wedding photography business is to have a very credible website and profile.

Method #5 – Restaurant Photographer
Restaurants often need photos of their restaurant or their dishes for their menu’s and websites. You can work directly with restaurants or make yourself available to designers who work with restaurants.

Method #6 – Real Estate Agents
Real estate agents need listing photographs of new homes they’re listing. Get yourself a few real estate agents you work with regularly and you could quickly be booked with work.

Method #7 – Insurance Photographer
People are usually required to photograph belongings they’re insuring. Often times they don’t want to bother learning how themselves. By positioning yourself as an insurance photographer, you can do it for them.

Method #8 – Online Dating Photographer
Both men and women often want to have great photos of them taken for online dating profiles. This is a great way to make some quick cash.

Method #9 – Working with Café’s
Café’s would often love to have your art on their wall for free. In exchange, you can post your photos with a price tag on their walls until you get a buyer for your art.

Method #10 – Sporting Events
Local sporting events such as little league games or high school soccer games would often love to have photographers photograph their games.

Method #11 – Church Directories
Churches often want to have photos of their members along with contact information in a booklet called a church directory. You can position yourself as the go to photographer for that.

Method #12 – Make T Shirts
A great way to make money doing photography is to take great photos and put them on T shirts. You can sell these shirts on eBay, on your own website or sell the designs to other T shirt websites.

Method #13 – Craigslist
You can advertise yourself on Craigslist, a free and very popular online classifieds website. Position yourself as a photographer and you’ll be exposing yourself to thousands of people who’re looking for your services.

Method #14 – Portrait Photographer
The portrait business is a big business. You can work with a studio or set up your own practice for doing portraits.

Method #15 – Photo Blogging
People love looking at images. If you continue to take images people like to look at and publish them, you can quickly build up a following.

Now you have plenty of profitable ideas you can use to start making money as a photographer. Whether you want to do it part-time for extra cash or make it your full-time work, there’s plenty to choose from.

Need to improve your digital photography techniques? Pick up your free digital photography guide for better photos…instantly.

Where did we come from? Just for fun.

2009-01-13T12:40:00.000-08:00

A little girl asked her father:
'How did the human race appear?'

The father answered, 'God made Adam and Eve;
they had children; and so was all mankind made.'

Two days later the girl asked her mother the same question.

The mother answered,
'Many years ago there were monkeys from
which the human race evolved.'

The confused girl returned to her father and said,
'Dad, how is it possible that you told me the
human race was created by God,
and Mom said they developed from monkeys?'

The father answered,
'Well, Dear, it is very simple.
I told you about my side of the family,
and your mother told you about hers.'

photographers galore!

2008-12-10T18:09:00.000-08:00

I'm beginning to think that there are more diverse photographers photographing everything from individuals, family, weddings, kids, infants, babies, seniors, commercial, etc. in Utah than anywhere else in the US.

There's so much amazing and diverse talent in this geographical area than anywhere else.

Trying to find that one and only photographer that fits your personality and needs and price has got to be the most difficult thing anybody can take on.

Sometimes we rely upon friends and relatives who have recommended a particular photographer. But even then, sometimes that one photographer just doesn't fit the bill.

There's also the consideration of how long one photographer's been in business over another; whether they have 10, 20, 30 years of experience. And how about the equipment they use, whether using film or digital, and the quality of the equipment. How reliable they are producing your order on time, or at all, in some cases.

There are so many different scenarios that you can't really know about. It can be scary. I've heard a lot of horror stories where people still haven't received their wedding photos which were ordered several years ago. Then there's the photographer who just started his business, and you as one of their first new clients, discovered they just went out of business after shooting your wedding. If you're lucky, you haven't had any of these experiences.

I wish I could say what would be the best thing for you to do, but it's a very personal thing. I would suggest that you ask for testimonials, find photographers who have been in business at least 10 years, look at a lot of their current photography, and make sure you like the products that they offer. (Namely the type of albums they use, frames, bound published books, canvas wrap portraits, Christmas cards,etc.) Another thing to consider is that he or she has a studio to shoot in. In Utah we have four seasons and sometimes you can't always shoot outdoors. Now I do know of clients who would have you shoot everything outside no matter what time of year! Of course that's not a bad thing LOL :) Most importantly, make sure you go in and meet the photographer.

With the advent of the Internet, checking photographer's web sites is one of the most convenient things I can think of to help you select a photographer. Looking at their galleries will help you decide if they shoot what you like without having to go to each and every studio.

Hopefully the work is current and consistent with everything he/she shoots and that his best is not just a small percentage of the bulk of his work.

The bulk of my photography found on my web site is current. There are a few images I keep around because they have become more like logos, identifiers, or icons to my business. But most everything in my galleries are within the last two years, so that should give you a good indication of what I am currently shooting.

I'm always looking for new and innovative ways of photographing my clients, so.. the convenience of my studio helps me a lot in the diversity.

Some people think my outdoor portraits are from the canyons when actually they're right here around my studio.

Another little niche that's been an integrated part of my business for over 25 years is the makeovers we do right here in my full-service hair salon. We offer glamour makeover photography.

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Benjamin and Tiffany Codner

2008-01-25T12:06:00.000-08:00

We have been working with Scott for 5 years together. Ben has worked with Scott for almost 20 years. We recommend Scott and his staff to everyone we know. Our wedding photo experience with Scott was exceptional. He was very professional and creative. I have never been more impressed with a studio than I was with Scott Hancock Photography. I have had portraits taken with my family at various studios in the area and had never really been that impressed with the poses, the quality of the print and the overall experience of any place we had been. My Husband and I wanted to have some really good portraits of us before our wedding, so we went to Scott and we had the best experience ever. He was so patient and really worked with us to make sure we had the best settings possible for Bridals, Groom Portraits and for our engagement. We were able to change into several outfits without being "RUSHED" out the door. I have been there several times already and look forward to my next visit.
The Benefits of working with Scott and his Staff; You will never feel uncomfortable. He makes you laugh. Most the time you don’t even know he is there. He has an artistic eye and captures the natural details and treasured stories in our life. Our photos have definitely been the highlight in our new life.
Thank you again for giving us one of the greatest gifts, the gift of beautiful memories. We take Pride in our photos and enjoy showing them off to friends and family. They bring back so many happy memories with all our loved ones.
Sincerely, Benjamin and Tiffany Codner, Provo UT 84604 Ben’s Jr. Network Platform/Tiff’s, Funder for Security National Mortgag

Sara Jensen & Jennifer Oman

2008-01-25T12:09:00.000-08:00

Scott Hancock is simply unrivaled in the industry. My sister and I came in to have our pictures taken for our business card. The entire photo session was not only stress free, but really fun as well. Scott makes you feel so relaxed and comfortable. Then just when you think things can’t get any better, the magic begins, Watching him retouch your photo is better than a night out at the movies.
My family first used Scott’s services over 20 years ago. At the time, we chose Scott Hancock Photography because of their reputation and experience. They were cutting edge at the time and have continued their progressive policies to date. Scott is an absolute genius from the initial consultation, to posing, to the really fun part, the digital retouching!
Sara Jensen: Realtor Real Estate Agent, Cedar Hills, Utah.
We love Scott Hancock and Staff. Scott took my first modeling head shots 22 years ago, Hands down the best picture in my life! He has taken family & professional pictures also, he is a Master at his craft. Scott is an artist, he can make you look the way you want to look and makes it a great experience!
Jennifer Oman, Real Estate Agent, Cedar Hills, Utah

George and Ashley Williams

2008-01-25T12:19:00.001-08:00

We were very impressed. I used Scott Hancock as my wedding photographer, and I was really impressed with how all the pictures turned out. We got so many compliments on our wedding announcement that was sent out, that people started to ask for contact information so that they could use Scott for their own weddings or family photos, etc.. I even had someone tell me that they almost threw our announcement away because the picture and everything looked so good, they thought we were just models for some advertisement or something. We were very happy with how they all turned out. One big benefit I will get out of having used Scott for our wedding, is the album that he makes as part of the wedding package. This is actually the reason we used Scott in the first place. He was the photographer for my brother's wedding a year ago, and I LOVED how their album turned out. He definitely is very artistically talented when it comes to touching up pictures and putting them together in a collage. We are excited to get ours!
George and Ashley Williams (Building Inspector/ accountant) South Jordan, U

Rick & Valerie Anderson

2008-01-25T12:24:00.001-08:00

I wouldn’t trust my pictures to anyone but Scott Hancock! I’m happy with my wedding; when I look back at my photo album, I not only have pictures of the day but every detail is brought back to life, emotions are seen in the pictures and the excitement of my wedding day runs through me, all over again!
The first time I ever had a photo-shoot with Scott Hancock he instilled in me a confidence of having my picture taken that I didn’t already have I had braces at the time and never wanted to be caught in front of a camera, but the way he shot my photo-shoot, and the pictures I got out of it has made me love having pictures taken. He made it fun for me.
Rick & Valerie Anderson, Business Owner, Provo, UT.

Scott and Shelly Helm

2008-01-25T12:25:00.000-08:00

We have used Scott Hancock photography on two separate occasions but have had many different sittings on those two sessions.
I have been completely satisfied with the service. I feel Scott is very talented and artistic and has an ability to see what the best outcome will be in each sitting. He works very hard and went above the call of duty when we had a young child not cooperating very well. He is always happy and calm which makes those posing for the pictures feel relaxed and confident.
we had a large and extended family posing for a family picture. He had taken several pictures when one family member had to leave. Scott was able to take the previous pose and add that person to the family picture that would have otherwise not have been able to be included. Since we don't take these family pictures too often, it would have been difficult to arrange this all again to include this family member. I was so excited to know that we could have our family picture with EVERYONE in it!
I really feel that Scott's devotion to excellence is unsurpassed. We have always felt confident that we will get the best results every time we have him take our portraits. It is a great experience when we view the proofs to see that we have several choices that are all flattering. I believe it seems like so much more than just a job to Scott. I truly have never been to a photographer that works as hard as he does or seems to care as mach. Needless to say, we have been totally satisfied and will continue to have him take our portraits in the future. In fact, I need to reorder more pictures now for Christmas gifts in a few months...
Scott and Shelly Helm, business owner/contractor, West Valley City, Utah.

Lauren Bird

2008-01-25T12:29:00.000-08:00

We were thoroughly impressed. The sitting was fun, and not a tedious experience compared to those we have had with previous photographers. Scott showed a genuine interest in the quality of the photos, and strives to attain the poses that would suit our family's needs. The overall quality of the finished photos was superior to anything we have received from competitors, all at a very reasonable price.
Scott's photos are hung in our home with pride. We want to show them off to others because they bring out our better qualities. We also value the effort that Scott puts into our photos. Not only did he spend a great amount of time working with us, but he also provided a large array of photos for us to choose from.

Lauren Bird, Benicia, CA 94510 (Chemical Engineer)

P.S. We will be calling soon for our annual family portrait appointment!

About what I do.

2008-01-25T13:12:00.000-08:00

Photography Studio
Scott Hancock Photography is located in the historical Elijah Mayhew house built ca. 1855 in Pleasant Grove, Utah. The restored house offers the perfect setting for your portrait needs with a large indoor studio that offers studio and natural lighting with several backdrop options. We also offer beautiful outdoor garden settings as well. Scott Hancock has been professionally capturing wedding memories for over 2 decades. He offers the knowledge and experience required of a professional photographer and the ability to put everyone at ease on a day that can often be a little nerve racking.

Beauty Salon
We also offer an on-site beauty salon for all your hair and makeup needs. Photographic makeovers are a specialty. We have provided services for our clients, professional models, actors and commercial clients.

Service & Pricing
To ensure your portrait success, we request a complimentary consultation with you. This will enable us to discover the possibilities that are available. In the consultation, we will discuss your desires, possible settings, clothing, etc... From weddings and model portfolios to individual and family portraits, at Scott Hancock Photography we can handle all your professional photographic needs. Years of experience and craftsmanship go into every one of our portraits. Our wedding coverage starts at $450. We also have a variety of wedding packages which include the engagement and bridal and ALL of your wedding day photographs. There is no need to pick and choose what will go in your album. Please call for further information and for a free consultation.

Sailau Schwenke - Pageant Photo Shoot

2008-06-12T11:44:00.000-07:00

A couple weeks ago, Sailau Schwenke came into my studio with her dad just as we closed. She needed some images for pageant, so we set up an appointment. A couple days later she came in with several traditional polynesian outfits. At first I thought we were just doing traditional pageant head shots, but it turned out better than I thought. She had her sister and a friend there to help her get ready. Each time she would come out the dressing room with an outfit and hairstyle, I would then try to match it to a background. One outfit had orange tones in it (which is what is displayed in blog) that turned out really nice. I thought it would make a great stock photo, and had mentioned to her. She seemed interested. When they picked them up they were really excited about the photos. It's always fun to do something different, something that challenges me to go beyond the norm. I really enjoyed working with her. Another exciting episode in the life of scotthancockphotography.com