Professional Columbus Photographer for Families, Portraits, Headshots and more

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Top-rated Photo Studio for the Columbus Area

Desired Focus Photography is a top-rated Columbus area photo studio for clients wanting high-end results and service from experienced professionals. 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 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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  • The difference between great pictures and those that take your breath away is often how well the photographer understands light and is able to capture your loved ones' emotion combined with the perfect light and angle. It is an art and a skill that is truly rare and takes years of experience to master. Sarah is a master at this art and, after a short session, provided approximately 100 photos each with so much emotion, warmth, balance, and depth. Each of the photos presented was exceptional from an artistic and personal perspective. The most difficult part was selecting the pictures to purchase because they were all amazing. She used all natural light, and the raw images were truly breathtaking. She is patient and kind. It was a fantastic experience, and the pictures we selected will be treasured.
  • Daniel Morin
    Daniel Morin
    a week ago
    Sarah did an amazing job doing photos for my daughter. She was calm, sweet and very informative, so my daughter was relaxed through the entire process. Sarah also responded right away and we got our photos back so quick! My daughter now wants to be a model after working with Sarah
  • Jen Hilaman
    Jen Hilaman
    a week ago
    Desired Focus Photography-Sarah Sarah Henderson photographer. She took my vision for these photos and made them a reality. Such a creative genius. I highly recommend her! She was patient, funny, brave- traversing slippery rocks across the creek and back again to get the perfect shot. You should have seen her waving a red flag with one hand to get Greta’s ears up, all the while taking breathtaking photos with the other hand. The images are so good. And Miss Greta was a rockstar! What a fun and rewarding experience. I am like many women my age-that miss what age has stolen from us. I never like pictures of myself. It’s been many years since I have felt truly attractive. These photos made me ugly cry when Sarah let me view them in her studio following the session. I didn’t have to wait-she text them to me along with the link to download that night. So professional. If you’ve ever thought about having professional pictures done-do it! You are not promised tomorrow. You will never regret having these beautiful memories!
  • Pricille Tchuitio
    Pricille Tchuitio
    Edited 2 weeks ago
    I had such a wonderful experience working with Sarah! From the moment I arrived, she made me feel completely at ease. She didn’t just take photos; she captured my story and the heart behind my work. Her creativity, attention to detail, and professionalism were evident in every step of the process. The images are stunning and truly reflect who I am and what I stand for. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for branding photography that goes beyond the surface. She brings out the best in you while making the entire experience enjoyable and inspiring!
  • Rachel Richardson
    Rachel Richardson
    2 weeks ago
    Sarah was amazing to work with! She traveled all the way to Cozumel to meet us for a beach photo shoot. She has a beautiful studio as well and the warmest, kindest personality. The album and wall art turned out beautifully!
  • Ali Zinnen
    Ali Zinnen
    4 weeks ago
    I had the absolute best experience working with Sarah for my residency headshots! From start to finish, she made me feel so comfortable and confident, which really shows in the final photos. She was incredibly kind, patient, and helpful with posing, and she took the time to involve me in the process to make sure we captured exactly the look I wanted. The photos turned out absolutely incredible, better than I could have imagined! I couldn’t recommend Sarah enough to anyone looking for professional, high-quality headshots. She’s truly amazing at what she does!
  • Aisha Ali
    Aisha Ali
    4 weeks ago
    Sarah was amazing! She welcomed me right away and made the whole headshot session super comfortable. She’s so kind and easy to work with, and the photos turned out great. Highly recommend!
  • Bill Stevenson
    Bill Stevenson
    Edited a month ago
    Updating my business headshot was long overdue, seventeen years, in fact. I’ve never particularly enjoyed being photographed, and in recent years I approached the idea of a new photo with even greater hesitation. My hair has changed, my skin has changed…I simply look different. From the first few test shots with Sarah, those concerns immediately faded. She created a comfortable environment, explained her process clearly, and guided me through each step. Nearly every image she captured was beautifully lit, balanced, and natural. Beyond her technical skill, Sarah’s warmth and encouragement made the experience both easy and enjoyable. There is no question that I will return to Sarah for future portraits, and it certainly won’t be another seventeen years before I do so. Thank you, Sarah.
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Columbus Portrait Photography, Headshots, Family Portraits, Senior Photos, Weddings, Engagements and More!

High-end Professional Photography: If you're in search of a high-end professional 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.

Business Photography: As a photographer Columbus businesses highly recommend, we have a lot of experience with business headshots, executive portraits and all types of corporate photography.

Worldwide experience: 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 Mexico, and produced branding, headshot, and real-estate imagery at offices and homes throughout Ohio.

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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 invite 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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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.

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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

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