Thomas Rihs Photography

This completely depends on what the client's needs and desires are for their shoot or web development.

I am a highly detailed professional that works until the job is completed to my client's satisfaction.

Having been in the high fashion industry, I am comfortable in high end social settings and know how to conduct myself with absolute professionalism in any circumstance. I also enjoy getting 'down and dirty' for a shoot with a music artist in a gritty urban setting or a family photograph at the park. I am highly flexible and willing to work under a variety of circumstances so just give me a call to discuss your project.

Born In the old world, Austria, I was a fashion model for commercial, print and runway for the top designers and brands in Europe and around the world. In the course of 7 years as a professional model I worked for some of biggest names in the fashion industry like Armani, Gianfranco Ferre, Hugo Boss and many other well known designers. This was a great experience to be able to observe how the professional world of photography worked on both sides of the camera. On sets I was able to learn about lighting, set, equipment, framing a shot and much more from some of the best photographers in the world.

With years of experience now behind the camera, it is second nature to capture that fleeting moment. I love observing people as the camera offers a unique perspective based on the angle, the light, that moment...faces are especially revealing and appealing. I shoot people in all kinds of settings, from action photographs like sports and dance events, to fashion and artist promotional photos, and headshots. I especially like working with kids as I have two of my own. I also do commercial photography for advertisements.

My first love was pen and ink drawing which I pursued since I was a boy. With the invention of Adobe Photoshop my world changed and the medium of paper evolved to include computers. Excited by these developments, I started to mix my drawings with photos I shot, using them as background or subjects. Through the combination of my art with photography, I established an excellent base for the graphic design and Photoshop creative elements that I can incorporate into photos and websites that I develop.

'I love to capture the moment, the light, a mood, an object or shape. Every shoot is like an adventure, never the same, always unpredictable, depending on so many factors and the results always exciting.'

I offer a unique combination of skills that not all photographers have available. With my background in high end shoots on both sides of the camera and my extensive Photoshop and drawing skills, I can create any number of looks for you. This ranges from the simple headshot to a complex advertisement featuring use of green screen design and Photoshop elements. I am also a web designer so I can use these images to help you brand yourself or your product online in a unique and powerful way. Please feel free to contact me if you need anything in that direction.

When you call and we discuss your project, I can let you know about any other costs that may be associated with a shoot in addition to my fee. Sometimes, depending on the location you select there can be permits or location expenses, travel, extra equipment charges, etc. It depends on how crazy you want to get! But I'll help lay it all out for you in advance so you know what to expect.