Patty Solis discovered her love for photography 20 years ago, and from that moment on, she says she hasn’t looked back. Since then, her hobby has turned into a life-changing business venture.
Now, 10 years later, Solis Photography remains passionate about capturing weddings and life moments through portraits and studio work. With a new studio under her belt, Solis recently launched Solis Photography Portraits.
“Solis Photography Portraits focuses on providing a unique high-end photo experience for the people of South Dakota and around the Sioux Falls area,” she shared.
No matter the occasion, Solis ensures that she will provide a comfortable experience to capture special moments.
“Whether my clients are looking for family photos, maternity portraits, or professional branding, I will carefully curate works of art for them to cherish forever,” she explained.
Learn more about Solis from her love of working with children to what she loves most about being a mom.
“When you come to my studio, you’re not only coming for a highly professional photoshoot, but also a journey into yourself.” -Patty Solis
My goal as a business is…
to share a glimpse into my world and passion. I want to help you uncover the person you’ve always dreamed of seeing in photos. I want to show you that taking photos can be a fun and pleasant experience. And of course, I want to give you memories you’ll actually love to look at over and over.
The best part of my job is…
the people. I’m a social and extroverted person, I thrive when I’m with people. The best of my job, hands down, is being able to socialize and meet different people every day.
The best part about working with children is…
how unpredictable they can be. I never know what they’re going to say or how they’ll interpret my directions. They make my job fun and interesting and I get to capture all of it on camera.
My favorite memory from a family/children’s photoshoot was…
when I ask an adult to tilt their chin down, they do it very carefully. I tell a child to do it, they bury their chin into their chest. Kids do everything in a very exaggerated way because that’s how they perceive the world around them. It happens in every shoot and it makes me smile every single time.
My goal during photoshoots with children is…
give parents memories they can cherish forever. I know it may sound cliche, but kids grow up in the blink of an eye and I like to think I have the power to freeze those moments of time.
I aim to make children comfortable in front of the camera by…
letting them be themselves. The best photos are taken when the child is being a child.
Whimsical Wardrobe
Solis Photography offers a closet full of clothing options for moms and kids to choose from to provide a “smooth and easy experience.”
My advice for parents looking to schedule a photoshoot is…
just do it. Don’t put it off anymore because tomorrow they’ll be a day older. Let’s freeze time today.
I find inspiration for my photoshoots by…
looking at photos. I can’t tell you how many hours I spend looking at photos in a day either online or in old books and magazines. Sometimes a random poster with a few distinct colors gives me an idea for a shoot.
One thing I love about my new studio is…
how versatile it can be. With how large it is I can use big backdrops, fit an entire extended family standing up, and even capture a full-body shot of groups of people. The possibilities are endless!
Something I’m doing with my business that I’m excited about is…
offering high-end maternity sessions. I love doing maternity shoots, but I never had the right place to capture them. My new studio is perfect for it. I want my maternity shoots to be a celebration of the inseparable and sacred bond of motherhood. I want my clients to celebrate the gift of motherhood by honoring their journey in an artistic way.
My morning routine starts with…
a kiss to my two boys and my husband handing me a cup of coffee the moment I set foot in the kitchen.
I can’t live without…
my phone and my calendar.
I balance my family and work life by…
setting boundaries. My kids are used to me chasing them around the house with a camera or phone, but they also know that at dinner time screen time is over for everyone, that includes mom.
My favorite thing about being a mom is…
how much my kids teach me every day. Seeing the world through my boys’ eyes is an experience I wasn’t ready for, but they make me a better person with their love and support.
