Legacy is the finest in photographic portraiture. When you are looking for a portrait of your child, a loved one, your family, or yourself and want something special, The Legacy Portrait is the creative solution. Bard Wrisley captures the essence of his subjects in ways that some people call magic. Legacy Portrait sittings are made on location -- locations that fit the subject best, not a plain background in the studio. As you can see in the samples on this site, no two portraits are alike. Each image represents the individuality of the subject.

Artist’s Statement

Our lives are racing by faster than ever. Time for ourselves and time spent with loved ones is becoming more precious every day. That’s why it is so important to capture who we are in a meaningful, natural, individualized portrait.

It seems impossible to separate the people I photograph from their favorite places. I seek to show the connections between each individual and their environment, both built and natural.

I prefer to take you outside the studio and connect you with the places that speak to you. Working in black and white achieves an artistic, hand-crafted and realistic image of the highest quality. I adore working in color as well, if you prefer. A Legacy Portrait is a true collaboration. I do not “take” your picture; we are both contributing to making a work of fine art that your family will treasure for generations.

Call or email today to schedule your portrait.
404-525-2928
bard@legacyportrait.com