Hanson Fong

Renowned for creating timeless and extraordinary portrait art, Hanson Fong is an international award-winning master photographer and respected photography educator.  Hanson is globally recognized as one of the premier portrait and wedding photographers in the  industry.  He has captured countless memorable moments for clients through out the United States and around the world.  Hanson has received numerous awards for his educational contributions to the field of photography.  He is a respected member of the Professional Photographers of America,  Society of XXV, and has earned 5 Photographic Fellowships.  He holds both the degrees of Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman.  Specializing in weddings, engagements, Quinceañeras, families, children and portrait photography.  Hanson’s philosophy remains simple yet powerful.

Hanson is sponsored by Cheetah Stand

“A moment captured is more treasured than a moment lost.  Time to look good.”

In a world where technology changes faster than we can keep up, one truth remains constant: portraits are timeless.  They’re endured centuries, crossing cultures and generations, because they capture something far deeper than just an image.  Learn how to create portraits that don’t just document but endure, commenting families and history for generations.

 Portraits Capture Legacy- Every family has a story.  Portraits are the visual chapters of that story, reminding us of who we are and where we come from.  Think about the images you’ve seen of your grandparents or great -grandparents.  They may have been taken decades ago, perhaps in black and white, yet their power is immediate. You see yourself in their eyes, their posture, their smile.  That’s not just photography- it’s legacy in its purest form.  

1. Portraits Outlast Technology-  Digital images live on devices that eventually fail.  But a printed portrait, displayed in a home or carefully preserved in an album, endures.  A timeless portrait, properly crafted and preserved, will remain vibrant long after today’s devices have been forgotten.
   
   2.  Portraits are Emotional Anchors- That’s because portraits carry emotional weight.  They anchor us to our values and remind us of what truly matters.  A child sees their portrait displayed proudly at home and understands they belong.  A grandparent sees their family gathered in one frame and feels the richness of their legacy.
   
   3. Portraits Elevate Everyday Life- A portrait session is a deliberate act.  It’s about creating an image that reveals who they are.  Lighting, posing, composition, and expression all combine to create a pice of art.  When I pose a family, I’m not just arranging people. I’m composing harmony, balancing personalities, and drawing out authentic expressions.  The final result doesn’t just look like a family- it feels like them.  This artistry is what makes a portrait timeless.