The Owners
Becky Hardgrave CPP, and Mark Hardgrave
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Why we started our business?
We started Hardgrave Photography because my husband was a very talented photographer, working another job, but wanting to do photography full time. I sold my previous business to do the business side of the studio, but soon found that I could not keep out of the image making side of it. When I realized how much I enjoyed working with people and making images that would be treasured for lifetimes, I decided to work towards always improving. Mark has focused on the area of nature photography for his creative talents. His travels have taken him across the United States to capture the beauty of wildlife and landscapes with his eye for composition and beauty.
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What makes us different than other photographers in our community?
Hardgrave Photography is dedicated to creating the best possible images for our guests and clients. Whether the image we are going for is serious, funny, sweet, or edgy, we have the personality, tools, and the knowledge to get it done.
We believe that you must continue to learn and grow in this profession. There are so many opportunities to advance, so many venues to learn, and we want to use those to continue to bring great images and products to our clients. There is so much more to the art of photography than pushing the cameral button. Becky became a Certified Professional Photographer in 2009. Only 3% of the photographers in the United States are certified by the Professional Photographers of America. Becky is also an accredited photographer with Special Kids Photographers Association.
We also truly believe that every business person should invest in their community. We contribute to local charities, fundraisers, schools, and events for all kinds of people and even pets. We even put on and pay for fun events just for our clients and community.
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What do we like most about our community?
We live and work in the small community we grew up in. People around here at the same people we went to school with, and our daughter goes to school with many of the kids we photograph. We photograph families, kids, and now starting on grandkids of people we have known all our lives. We also have clients from all over the state, and some out of state. The small town of Knoxville and surrounding area gives us so many beautiful places to photograph outdoors. We have a beautiful portrait area right here on our studio property. The Arkansas river is only about 5 miles one way and 2 miles another. Our local stores offer interesting props to work with. These are just a few of the things that make working here unique.
Becky Hardgrave CPP, and Mark Hardgrave
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Why we started our business?
We started Hardgrave Photography because my husband was a very talented photographer, working another job, but wanting to do photography full time. I sold my previous business to do the business side of the studio, but soon found that I could not keep out of the image making side of it. When I realized how much I enjoyed working with people and making images that would be treasured for lifetimes, I decided to work towards always improving. Mark has focused on the area of nature photography for his creative talents. His travels have taken him across the United States to capture the beauty of wildlife and landscapes with his eye for composition and beauty.
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What makes us different than other photographers in our community?
Hardgrave Photography is dedicated to creating the best possible images for our guests and clients. Whether the image we are going for is serious, funny, sweet, or edgy, we have the personality, tools, and the knowledge to get it done.
We believe that you must continue to learn and grow in this profession. There are so many opportunities to advance, so many venues to learn, and we want to use those to continue to bring great images and products to our clients. There is so much more to the art of photography than pushing the cameral button. Becky became a Certified Professional Photographer in 2009. Only 3% of the photographers in the United States are certified by the Professional Photographers of America. Becky is also an accredited photographer with Special Kids Photographers Association.
We also truly believe that every business person should invest in their community. We contribute to local charities, fundraisers, schools, and events for all kinds of people and even pets. We even put on and pay for fun events just for our clients and community.
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What do we like most about our community?
We live and work in the small community we grew up in. People around here at the same people we went to school with, and our daughter goes to school with many of the kids we photograph. We photograph families, kids, and now starting on grandkids of people we have known all our lives. We also have clients from all over the state, and some out of state. The small town of Knoxville and surrounding area gives us so many beautiful places to photograph outdoors. We have a beautiful portrait area right here on our studio property. The Arkansas river is only about 5 miles one way and 2 miles another. Our local stores offer interesting props to work with. These are just a few of the things that make working here unique.
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