Desired Focus Photography

Professional Columbus Photographer for Portraits, Headshots and more

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Top-rated Photo Studio for the Columbus Area

Desired Focus Photography is a leading Columbus area photo studio for clients who appreciate the value of an experienced professional and want first-class luxurious service. Our studio is in the charming village of Granville, east of Columbus, providing a picturesque setting for your photoshoot.

We are dedicated to guiding you through the process of creating your dream images, whether they're intended for personal or professional purposes. We make your entire experience effortless and enjoyable, ensuring you feel at ease and able to let your true personality shine through.

At Desired Focus we believe that every image captured should be extraordinary. Whether you're looking for a glamorous portrait, a professional business headshot, or High School senior photos – our mission is to deliver an unmatched experience as we create photos you are delighted with.

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  • My husband and I had a fantastic experience at Desired Focus. I participated in the pamper pre-session and we both had individual professional "headshots" and even took a few pictures together. Sarah did a great job, actually made us look FABULOUS! I would recommend anyone looking for a photographer who can work miracles (LOL) and produces a fantastic product. Sarah definitely knows what she is doing!
  • C. Love
    C. Love
    2 days ago
    I have been searching for months for a skilled photographer, and I finally found her! Sarah is incredibly talented, possesses a delightful personality, and has a remarkable ability to capture a person's essence in her photographs.
  • Grace Keyes
    Grace Keyes
    4 days ago
    I booked a headshot session with Sarah to update my professional photos while in job transition. I booked one of her specials that included hair and makeup with Natalie from La Prima Beauty. I can’t speak highly enough about Sarah, Natalie, and my overall experience! It was such an added value to have Natalie do my hair and makeup, not to mention she did an absolutely incredible job (her products are super high end and she is very good at what she does!). When it came time for the photos, Sarah was an excellent coach and had such great energy during the shoot. I felt so comfortable and ended up having so much fun. I am so incredibly pleased with the end result photos. I can’t recommend Sarah enough to anyone who needs professional photos! Thank you Sarah!
  • Whitney Lewis
    Whitney Lewis
    4 days ago
    Sarah is amazing! She guides you to feel confident both before and during your session. Her photography is both personal and professional!
  • Claudine Kosier
    Claudine Kosier
    6 days ago
    As a photographer myself, stepping in front of the camera usually feels a little awkward... (Okay a lot awkward). But Sarah made the entire experience feel so easy and genuinely fun. She has such a calming positive presence and made me feel completely at ease which is not an easy task! I wanted a branding session that felt true to me and what I had requested was very casual, Light-hearted mixed in with a little bit of sass.... She totally delivered! Her direction was effortless, her energy was upbeat and encouraging and she really took the time to understand what I wanted out of this session. I left feeling confident and uplifted! As for the final images, they're absolutely beautiful, modern flattering, fun, casuall and sassy! But most important, so true to me! If you are looking for photos that feel authentic and empowering, Sarah is your girl! I had no doubt she would not deliver! Thank you so much Sarah for an incredible day!!
  • Abbie Casto
    Abbie Casto
    a week ago
    Sarah was amazing!! Very patient, knowledgeable and personable. Made the session fun and exciting. She definitely exceeded my expectations!!
  • Dr. Zach Thomas
    Dr. Zach Thomas
    a week ago
    Sarah does such an amazing job of connecting with her clients and working with them to create the best images. We are so thankful for her and her talent helping us with our professional headshots!
  • Charlie Smith
    Charlie Smith
    3 weeks ago
    We hired Sarah to take our son’s photos to document his first year of life. The pictures are incredible & the thoughtfulness & care she took with him & us would have us recommend her to anyone. She put a photo book together with our favorites, & it’s quickly become a family heirloom. Thank you so much Sarah. 🙏
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Portrait Photography, Headshots, Family Portraits, Senior Photos, Weddings, Engagements and More!

If you're in search of a high-end photographer in Granville, Newark, New Albany, Dublin, or elsewhere in the Columbus area, you've found the right place. We also boast numerous clients from Zanesville and its surrounding areas. Many are drawn to our studio for its prime location in the heart of Granville village!

Our team of experienced photographers is ready to meet you wherever you are. We've conducted branding photoshoots in California and Norway, captured dance photography in Wisconsin, taken Senior pictures in North Carolina, and produced branding, headshot, and real-estate imagery at offices and homes throughout Ohio.

Women’s Portrait Photography

Womens Portrait Photography

WOMEN OF FORTITUDE

Photographing Women in their 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and over

We are all worthy of being seen, heard and confident in who we are at each stage of our life. We're inviting you to embrace every scar, dimple, and grey hair because age does not define beauty.

We offer a luxurious magazine-style photoshoot experience which will give you images you'll cherish and encourage and empower you in the process. Desired Focus is one of the  leading portrait photographers in the Columbus Ohio area and we have a growing reputation among our delighted customers!

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Professional Headshot Photographer for Columbus and Beyond

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Business & Corporate Photography

Professionals and Businesses Need Great Photography

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We offer the best professional headshot services in the Columbus area. You'll get a luxurious experience where we capture images that represent you looking your very best! We'll put you at ease and expertly help you with posing and facial coaching so that you get images you are delighted with.

This a premium service that is worth every penny! Don’t allow cheap, subpar headshots to undermine your image – find out more about getting professional headshots with us.

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We work with you to create beautiful and attractive photography that shows you at your very best - whether for brochures, catalogs, advertising, social media or your new website

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Professional commercial photography can significantly elevate your business's visibility across social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. A great headshot photo not only enhances your profile but truly sets you apart from the competition.

Our expertise lies in crafting images that not only resonate with your brand but also captivate your target audience, compelling them to engage with what you have to offer. In essence, we're here to make you look exceptional!

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Wedding & Engagement Photography in the Columbus Area

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Capture Your Special Day

Memories to Last a Lifetime

At Desired Focus Photography, our wedding photography services capture the magic and emotion of your special day with a blend of artistic and candid styles.

We specialize in documenting every precious moment, from intimate vows to joyous celebrations, ensuring that your wedding memories are beautifully preserved.

Our experienced photographers work closely with you to understand your vision, creating a personalized experience that reflects your unique love story. With attention to detail and a passion for storytelling, we deliver stunning, timeless images that you will cherish forever.

We work closely with you to understand your vision, creating a personalized experience that reflects your unique love story

Your photos will bring back memories for years to come of not just how your day looked, but more importantly how it felt.

The most popular options include heirloom albums, large wall prints, and sharing your memories online with digital images. You will receive a complimentary digital image of every one you select for your album and wall art.

If you're planning a wedding in Granville, Newark, New Albany, Columbus or anywhere else in central Ohio then get in touch!

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About Desired Focus Photography

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Columbus photographer Sarah Henderson is the founder and owner of Desired Focus Photography. Our goal is to help you feel comfortable and confident while you look and feel amazing as we create powerful images you'll be delighted with.

  • Desired Focus is founded and run by experienced professional photographer Sarah Henderson since 2008.
  • Sarah is rated as one of the best photographers in Columbus Ohio.
  • Sarah is a Certified Professional Photographer through the Professional Photographers of America (PPA).
  • Sarah is also a board member of the Professional Photographers of Ohio (PPO).
  • Photo studio located in Granville and available to travel to customer locations.
  • Full Service - We don't just leave you with digital images that never get printed. We offer wall art, albums and more!
  • We can come to your home or office to help you design a wall layout for your artwork.
  • We use a professional lab and framer to create museum quality prints that will look amazing in your home.

Get in touch to talk about your photography needs today

Studio Address

130 North Prospect Street, Suite G,
Granville, OH 43023
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Our blog highlights some of our clients and heroes, giving attention to their stories.

Our hope is that the experiences of these people will encourage us all to see possibilities, grasp opportunities and keep on keeping on until we have the breakthroughs we seek!

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About our Location

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Desired Focus Photography is situated in the beautiful village of Granville, a quaint New England-style community located in east central Ohio (Licking County) just a short way from Columbus.

Located just off East Broadway, on North Prospect Street, the studio is right next to restaurants as well as charming shops, boutiques and galleries. Some of our favorite munch time spots are: Mai Chau Kitchen, The Lot, The Village Coffee Co., Station and River Road Coffee. Oh, and we can't forget Whit's!

Since we're already bragging about our village, we might as well mention a few of our favorite boutiques: Home by Cedar Grove Design & Co, The Green Velvet, Sister Salvage and Soles and Cedar & Thread.

You can learn more about Granville by going to visitgranvilleohio.com here