What is a Contemporary Senior High School Photoshoot? Pimentel Portfolio KANSAS City Photographers can tell you what they are not !

I remember with pain the moment I was told by my parents you need to get your senior images done.  Eek I was so frightened and didn’t know what to expect. I begrudgingly made the appointment and went in with my bestie in tow. 

We both wore stiff ironed never worn before outfits and walked into the dusty local downtown studio and sat for 15 min on-a prop chair and boom boom we were shot by someone I do not remember.  And when the images hit the yearbook I looked frightened, uneasy and like I hated every minute.

Today’s contemporary Portrait setting has changed so much.  Not just for Senior Images, but for every genre.   When you do a Photoshoot with us you are going to have fun! And, you will remember it.  

Pimentel Portfolio Contemporary Senior Portrait on Location shoot  Las Vegas.  A day to remember  is so much more then just the Picture. 

Contemporary Senior Image shot by Pimentel Portfolio LLC at St. Louis Union Station.   Stopping traffic with a move that’s all her own!

The Game has changed for Senior Images.  You no longer have to be held to a standard of no originality.   You want to have a Senior Portrait that reflects who you are created by People who love what they do.  You have a ideal on how you want to be Photographed ?  Call  us we want to know. 

This is Your Year! Don’t wait for someone else to show you how it’s done be different be unique be you! 

Class of 2019, the world is waiting to see how your going to change things.  It’s time to start!   Get out there and conquer it ! Cheers from Pimentel Portfolio LLC

Las Vegas Mod Look Stylized Shoot.

Contemporary Portrait Shoots from Pimentel Portfolio LLC

Pimentel Portfolio is Kimberly Pimentel and Roxi Henrici 

We are a Kansas City Portrait Photography business and you can call us to talk about your Senior Images At (913)687-1464 

Putting a Pulse on the Modern Dad.

   It’s 2018, let your Portrait show it!  The next generation needs to have a look; a glimpse of what the Dads of 2018 and the future looked like in their Prime.   

   When they look back and find a Portrait of you,  it needs to show them your strength, your honest ability to teach as Mentor. But, mostly they need to find a timeless piece of who you were. 

Someday, somebody will look for a Portait of you.  

What will they find?   

Father’s Day 2018 

Social Media Player: You Got Game??

The world of  online Media moves at a furious pace. What’s cool and a showstopper today will be old news by the end of the year.  Same speaks true of your personal Media image.  People whether they are looking for you professionally or socially will see your Media Image first before they text you, call you or meet you.

   Your social media image is your calling card, your banner, your electronic key to your future social acquaintances.  I know those selfies you take In the bathroom at Chilis Resturant look cool. But as your friend I gotta tell you it’s time to step up your game, or get left behind. 

    Selfies are fun we all do them, but some of us do them better then others.   That being said; I must tell you the impact that just one Professionaly done portrait can have on your Media game can be mind blowing!   We all say don’t judge a book by its cover, but we all know that the first impression is the key to gettin a foothold on that media path.

  It’s time to step up your game.  Now why wouldn’t you want to step up your first impression? 

Call us to find out about a Social Media Branding Portrait Session.  To find out how to set up your session call (913)687-1464. 

A Portrait made just for: “The Love In Your Life”

White Sheets, Lipstick and Lavender.  There’s nothing more powerful then a beautiful woman who wants to create a portrait for the love-of-her life.  When beauty is honest, it’s timeless, and when  you call us to book your “Portrait of Love”  we take care of the portrait; all you have to do is bring yourself!  

White Sheet Portraits by Kansas City Photographer Pimentel Portfolio 

It’s simple: you love someone and want to make sure they will remember that forever.  It’s easy; we create the Portrait and make sure you look Devine. 

We create the Portrait...... 

Where you hang it is your secret......

White sheets, lipstick and lavender.... ...

"For the Love In Your Life"

Pimentel Portfolio Kansas City Based Photographer

Call us at (913)687-1464 to find out more information on  how to book your session.

Portraits in Natural Light and Strobe by Pimentel Portfolio

Portraits are the single most way to capture a moment of you and your path.  There is never a tomarrow that can be captured because when it gets here it’s today.  The minds eye can’t tell time it doesn’t know the difference between you today and you 2 years ago.   

When was the last time you loved a Portrait of you? 

Its Time.

Call is at (913)687-1464 to find out more. 

When Everything About A Portrait is You....

Your Portrait, is a way to show people who you are.  It should be a Beautiful timeless, Sonnet.  When we consult with you, its a way for us to get to know you.  And to find out more about you so we can start thinking about how to create your Portrait masterpiece.  

When you call us at Pimentel Portfoliotfolio LLC and Book your portrait session.  We will schedule a time and date for your consult.  At this meeting we will discuss you. We will talk about your session and what to expect.

We will provide you with a List of suggest wardrobe choices. And show you a some of our selected portrait wardrobe that is available for your session.  We've assisted Branding customers in details of how to project that special something into their shoot.  

Call us at (913)687-1464  to learn more about your session.  Because, when everything about a portrait is you, it really is..............

Portrait by Pimentel Portfolio.com

Timeless Beauty

You are timeless and your beauty deserves to be captured.  What exactly does a moment like this cost? Can you put a price on a moment in time?

Can you measure the way you feel when you know you’ve been captured in a Portrait moment that will always describe your inner-self?  

We can; it’s what we do. We don’t just shoot portraits. We show you the Timeless beauty that you are.  From the moment you opened your eyes to this world, until now you’ve been building your story. We can help you show it to others.

  You have a lifetime of stories to tell so far. Let us capture your Timeless journey , you beautiful thing you.

Call us at (913) 687-1464

What Should you bring to your shoot?

As you prepare for your shoot day we will stay in contact with you to assist with your planning.

The Day of your shoot we will send you a Prep List that included the date, time and location of your shoot along with all our contact information.  We will also include your wardrobe guidelines that we will discuss with you at the initial consult.  Below is a list of things we will ask you to consider bringing to enhance your shoot.

Prep List for your In-Studio Photo Shoot:

1.  Wardrobe should consist of solid colors, varying degrees of subtle color with few or no large patterns.  Gentlemen no checkered patterns on shirts, jackets or ties as they reflect light aberrations.  For the ladies we have a selection of wardrobe that we will gladly offer for use to enhance your beauty.

2.  Bring a kit the will have your favorite lip balm, and hand lotion so we can keep your skin fabulous looking.  We will provide bottled water to keep you hydrated.

3.  Your favorite hair product finishing products so we can touch you up as needed.

4.  Accessories for the guys your favorite watch, jewelry, cufflinks.  And for the ladies your favorite scarf, jewelry make an image shine with your personality.  

5.  Lastly bring yourself prepared to have a great time.  Get plenty of rest the day before and give yourself plenty of time to arrive.  You are going to have a blast with us!! 

Portrait of Jackson by Pimentel Portfolio LLC

No Time Like The Present

We all feel like it's not the right time to focus on or spend quality time on ourselves. Some people go a lifetime never having spent an hour on themselves, or treating themselves to something special. Maybe it's because of the fear of what you might see or feel. We give all types of excuses, like "I need to lose a few pounds", or "I don't have the time". But in reality if you follow the fear,  you will break free from the restraints of self doubt and allow yourself to see YOU in a beautiful light. Every woman deserves the right to feel beautiful and to look beautiful NOW. When you see yourself in a Pimentel Portfolio image you will reconnect with the woman that others see you to be. Maybe you will see a part of yourself that you had forgotten, or you will see something new! Celebrate you, NOW! What are you waiting for?? You are perfect the way you are NOW!!

Power of Portrait

You are a Woman. Your portrait is Powerful and  Your time to shine is now!    There’s no one quite like you. No one can tell your story.

The beauty of your journey is that there’s only one you. Ready for your story to be captured.  Call us we can capture it !!! 

Pimentel Portfolio LLC we are Kansas City Portrait Photographers. Call us to book a session. It’s time your story was told.

Contact us : (913)687-1464 to book a session

The Power of Women’s Portraiture.

Your strength is in your eyes.  Have you ever heard that saying and wondered what it meant?

What it means when you see it in our Portrait work is that 

we have done our Job!  To capture your inner strength and shine it through your eyes is our goal.  Your face and your eyes are the gateway to your portrait session.  And when we shoot and  create your portrait and it becomes the hallmark image of who you are.  We have stopped Time and created a legacy image for you. 

Faces, women, power it’s the dawn of a new age and it’s time  to capture your inner beauty and to let it be your beacon of destiny.  Ready for a new portrait? Never had one done before? Want to experience what it means to be captured in a Portrait?

Maybe your ready for a change. Maybe you are starting a new journey. Maybe it’s just Your time. You’ve worked hard to become you. Time to let us capture your moment. 

Before and after portrait session Pimentel Portfolio LLC a Kansas City Photographer  

Pimentel Portfolio LLC is a Kansas City Photography buisness, specializing in Portraits.  Contact us to book your Session.

at (913)687-1464

The Beauty Within You

We created this portrait of Naomi Ayalew In Studio today.  The Portrait you see below is a representation of Portrait work that reflects a true inner beauty.  To capture the essence of the soul in the eyes is what we, at Pimentel Portfolio LLC, love to do for our clients.

When was the last time you saw a portrait of yourself that was captivating and mesmerizing? 

We love to show clients their inner beauty. That natural look that transcends a picture into a Portrait.  We loved creating this  Portrait for Naomi and knowing that we had captured an image in a Native hand-made dress of her Country. What a gift for us as photographers to have stopped Time and captured her in the path of her life journey.  

When was the last

time you had a protrait made of you? 

Conact Pimentel Portfolio LLC to schedule your session (913)787-1464

Pimentel Portfolio LLC is a Kansas City based Photography buisness that specializes in Portraits. 

The Portrait by Kimberly Pimentel

I am a Portrait Photographer.

I capture and preserve portraits for people so they can see and embrace their real selves as others see them.

I remember with fondness years ago as I was purchasing my first L series professional lens. It was a Canon 50 mm 1.2 L. As the young clerk at the local electronics store where I had  purchased  the lens smiled at me and said, 

Portrait of Flamenco Dancer

“Wow your getting the 50mm 1.2! That’s a amazing lens you must shoot a lot of portraits?”

I replied “yes I Shoot only Portraits”

#thebeautyofyou

Portrait of Ballet Dancer Roxi Henrici

     He replied , “ Someday.... I’d love to own that lens , but portraits are hard to shoot.”

     - I thought as I walking out the door  clutching  my new glass  to my chest I love creating Portraits and  for me Someday had begun.

I have throughout my career as a Photographer shot many  different Prime lenses. I’ve owned a 28mm, a 85mm a 135mm, but never have I owned a Pro Canon Lens. Nor would I ever have thought I could own a Canon Pro lens.

Portrait of Entrepreneur.

   Let’s start with where I came from to explain who I am as a Photographer.  I came from very meager beginnings don’t get me wrong I was by all means from a middle class family, But my family worked very hard  to achieve where they are now.

     My grandparents had been struggling Migrant workers from the City of Chiuauau Mexico.  And they came to America to better themselves . And, my parents  with this same ethic had instilled in us from a very young age that to get anywhere in life one must become educated and work hard. We had a good life growing up in the country , fishing and playing in the fields instead of working in them. All because my grandparents had a dream and changed their lives for my parents and then me.  

#thebeautyofyou

Portrait of Male Model

      Who know where my love of Photography and capturing portraits comes from? I like to think of  it as starting early in myself as a way of learning about people. Studying their eyes and. Facial features, As my grandparents spoke no English and I no Spanish and growing up in a bilingual family.  We, my brother and sisters would sit at the dinner table with our families trying to comprehend conversations through the facial emotions. 

Maybe my love for capturing portraits comes from the struggle of my grandparents. Maybe it’s because I know that everyone deserves the opportunity to tell their story.

And that the story can be seen through the eyes of the people I Create portraits for.

#thebeautyofyou

      In the eyes of the young Actor, the emotive eyes of a  dancer, and loving eyes of the bride for her groom, they all tell a story.  What story do your eyes tell?

Let me help you tell your story and capture it in time.  So that long after you and I have left this world , your story will live on.  I am a Portrait Photographer and my images tell your story. 

When was the last time you were photographed? 

Portrait in Natural light by Kansas City Photographer Kimberly Pimentel.

Natural Light is something that I once embraced and captured. I worked for years with no off camera flash enjoying the  simplicity. Anytime I used flash I typically was not happy with the results. Once off camera flash came into use I liked the appearance of it but felt intimidated by the medium inhancer. Then I overcame my fear of Studio Lighting. I fell I love with strobes and realized my creativity could be expanded by thier use.

And as weather and time of day effect lighting I learned Studio lights could bridge this gap.  I studied studio lighting In New Mexico under educator Pat Barrett.  In fact I became so use to studio lighting that I found myself never using natural lighting.  

Fast foward 15 Years And I’m  now re- embracing the luxury of Natural Light.  It’s once again capturing my eye and allowing  me realize that the “art” in the natural light captured is learning how to let the light lend itself to embrace the portrait, not overtake it.

The balance, subtly and warmth of natural lighting lends the portrait capture a uniqueness.  And I know I will continue to love natural Light portrait work.  As it was my original home of comfort in the Portrait world. 

A natural light portrait created by Kimberly Pimentel of Pimentel Portfolio LLC  

Kimberly Pimentel is a Kansas City based Photographer Her website with current work can be seen at www.pimentelportfolio.com

Kansas City Wedding Photographer

Pimentel Portfolio LLC is a Photography buisness based out of Kansas City Missouri.  We had the Honor of creating Wedding Portraits for Valerie and Justine Weaver at thier recent Wedding Ceremony. 

The Wedding was held  in Eureka Springs Arknasas.  We were so excited to be creating images and capturing the Magical Day for them.  

Bride and Groom Valerie and Justin pose for a portrait. Image by Pimentel Portfolio LLC

This Magical Portrait above was captured at Sweet Springs one of the many scenic springs located in Eureka Springs Arkansas.  

The Ceremony of the Happy couple was held at Thorncrown Chale which is also in Eureka Springs Arkansas. 

Thorncrown Chapel was the location for this Wedding Portrait. Image by Pimentel Portfolio LLC

After the day had ended and all the guest had left we had time to create some portraits of the couple alone in the Chapel.  It was at a time we Photographers call the “magic light” hour.  The architecture of the Thorn-Crown was a perfect backdrop for this image. 

It was a Wonderful day with The scenic City of Eureka Springs being the backdrop for Couple Valerie and Justin’s wedding. 

Val and Justin will remember this day forever. 

Pimentel Portfolio LLC is a Photography buisness based out of Kansas City Missouri. 

We Create Portraits that can be printed or put on Canvas. Images that have been printed will be the images that will be passed onto  the next generations. As Technology Changes the art of Printing Portraits remains. 

Let is Capture your History  

call us to set up a session.

www.pimentelportfolio  

Kansas City Senior Portrait Photographer

Today’s Senior Portrait Game has changed.   It’s now about location having fun and showing how unique you are.  

Las Vegas Rooftop Senior season shot by Pimentel Portfolio. 

You want your Senior Images to be a Fun experience. You want to remember them 5 year from now.  

It’s about the experience. And with a Location Senior Shoot it’s all About you!

Senior Portrait Image taken by Pimentel Portfolio of Kansas City.  

Our current work can be seen at www.pimentelportfolio.com

Contact us to set schedule your session  

(913)687-1464

Kimberly@kimberlypimentel.com

Published Kansas City Photographer Pimentel Portfolio LLC

Last month we had a Image Published in Shutter Magazines September Magazine.  We our proud to stand among our peers in this field of creative portraiture and hope to continue the journey by learning and sharing our experiences. 

Black and White Portrait by Kimberly Pimentel. Owner of Pimentel Portfolio LLC

When you love what you are doing in life it shows.  And at Pimentel Portfolio LLC, we Love to create portraits that will change the way you see yourself.   Before you book with another photographer call us so we can share our unique perspective of portraits with you.  It will be worth the journey. 

Call us at (913)687-1464 to book a Portrait session. Until then Cheers!  

💃🏻Flamenco Dancers Portraits by Pimentel Portfolio a Kansas City Photographer 📷

We had the pleaseure of Photographing several Flamenco 💃🏻 dancers and creating for them some fantastic dance portraits.  Below Roxane Henrici strikes a pose in a dancerly way at Kansas City's historic Union Station.  

Roxane Henrici dancer 

The colorful outfits were eye catching and their Flamenco 💃🏻 shoes clicked on the marbel floors of the beautiful Union Station as we captured images of these ladies of dance.  

Cheryl McMorris displays her Flamenco dance dress.

Dueling Dancers 💃🏻 below.  At Kansas City's Union Station.

Vanessa Dominguez and Cheryl McMorris dance out a rhythm.

www.pimentelportfolio.com

Is a Kansas City based photography business. That can be contacted to schedule your Portrait session at (913)687-1464.

💃🏻KC Dance Day 2017 💃🏻

Have you ever wanted to try to tap dance? Or maybe your a breakdance wanna be ?  Well, KC Dance day is the event to go to if you have ever wanted to try a variety of dance methods.

The KC Ballet host this event yearly.  For a nominal fee you get a ticket bracelet that allows you a variety of dance classes to attend.  Followed by a grilled lunch and then a world dance program. 

A world showcase dancer at KC Dance Day 2017

It's a great way to get every age involved in the arts as young and old enjoy the classes.  This program brought to the community by the KC ballet is a great way to get dance to those who might never be able to try it.

World dance Program at KC face day 2017

KC Dance Day 2017 kicks off the dance season for KC Ballet. Which this year will include a complete Ballet of the Wizard of Oz! 

Ole Preformed Flamenco Dance 💃🏻 

All images by www.pimentelportfolio.com

Kimberly Pimentel is a Kansas City Photographer and owner of Pimentel Portfolio LLC and can be contacted at (913) 687-1464. 

Portraits Done Right

We are a creative team that LOVES to create images. It's simple; you probably haven't ever had a Professional photographer shoot images of you, have you?

Well, it's time to change that.  And with Pimentel Portfolio we can make this process as fun as possible.  

Amy Stegman poses in the ambient light reflected off the Kauffman Performing Arts Center in Kansas City

We will detail your shoot to fit your needs. Maybe you and your loved ones need a family image. Or you are a modern millennial who marches to a drum of uniqueness. Or you are a business owner who needs to replace that tired selfie with a professional image.  Either way we can put together an incredible shoot for you so your memories can be viewed and cherished.

    On your shoot we will make you feel at ease in front of the camera so your true personality will shine through,and create a glimpse of the truly unique person that you are.  

Kansas City landmark the Kauffman provides a backdrop for Amy Stegman's Session 

After your session we will Taylor make a gallery of your images and you can create a package of prints, wall art or both to enjoy and share. 

Here Kimberly Pimentel of Pimentel Portfolio shows Amy  Stegman her images. 

Pimentel Portfolio LLC is a Kansas City based portrait photography business.  Call us at (913)687-1464  to find out more.