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S O L A R I S

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About Me

Houston Wedding Phtogorapher - Aric C. Hoek, the Master of Shadows.After 21 years I have come to realize that in the world of wedding photography there is no such thing as the perfect image, only the perfect moment. A photograph is not a physical product, it's an emotional one. It's a product of personal identity and the ultimate symbol of undying love, time, passion, elegance, and achievement.I'm an expert in the use of shadows in my photography, intentionally leading the viewer’s eyes to a predetermined destination in the image. My consistent and instinctual use of shadows in my photography is the signature element, and the underlying foundation, defining the easily identifiable style known as Solaris.

My Interests

Gourmet cooking and photography just for me.

I'd like to meet:

Michael Kenna.... again. But this time I would love to have a day long discussion about photography.View All Friends | View Blog | View Pics | Add Comment

Music:

Classical, Rush

Movies:

Can't really stand romantic comedies. Love a good espionage flick. You know.... the guy stuff. The Count of Monte Cristo with Jim Caviezel.

Television:

Really love The Unit right now. Pretty bummed out that 24 won't be on this season.

Books:

Mostly books on running a business to avoid falling on my face. Right now I am reading about how to tweak my web site to receive a higher listing for a Google Search Result.

Heroes:

Major, Michael Kenna, Past presidents of my local photographic organization, My wife and our children.... and all of my clients, without which I would be forced to do something other than what I was put on this planet to do.

My Blog

Sara Jane

One of my past clients found our My Space page. Check out her image on our pics page. Her name is Sara Jane. Take a look at her image and then drop her a note. She is listed in our top 8 friends.
Posted by S O L A R I S on Tue, 28 Nov 2006 08:08:00 PST

Shameless Promotion

/Begin Shameless PromotionWarning... this is a shameless attempt at self promotion. Stop reading if you are not interested in helping out this blog. If you would like to support this blog, then I wo...
Posted by S O L A R I S on Sat, 25 Nov 2006 06:51:00 PST

What an Effort!

Last Friday one of my clients flew into Houston for her scheduled Bridal Portrait. The portrait was scheduled to be taken at her country club in Sugarland. Currently she and her fiancé are living in...
Posted by S O L A R I S on Fri, 18 Aug 2006 06:21:00 PST

Far Out!

A magazine contacted me, and said that they needed some headshots for an upcoming article. Turns out, my sitters are both astronauts! The shoot happend today at about 8:30 am in the studio.Both miss...
Posted by S O L A R I S on Fri, 18 Aug 2006 06:30:00 PST

Frequenting Butler's

I seem to be shooting here more and more as of late. Butlers Courtyard is an all in one facility. A great place to have your wedding and reception. This wedding was photographed there on 7/28/06.Ar...
Posted by S O L A R I S on Fri, 18 Aug 2006 06:35:00 PST