Author Archives: Holly Baumann Photography

About Holly Baumann Photography

I am Holly Baumann Ambuehl, a commercial & portrait photographer based in Phoenix, Arizona. My blog posts include client work, photography tips, food, wine, travel, and personal posts. Please visit and comment often and let me know what you think! Once, I was just an adventurous young soul with a camera that loved to travel, but over time, that passion evolved into a full-time business! There is no job I’d rather have! People are usually nervous when they hire a photographer. They worry that the photographer will be cheesy, intrusive, or won’t “get” their projects. They may be nervous that the results won’t fully capture their vision, or be generally disappointing. I understand all of these things, so I will work hard to earn your trust. I will get to know you, ask questions and listen to your goals and expectations. We’ll plan outcomes together. On location, I’ll put you at ease; plus, we’ll have a lot of fun! My clients benefit from my boutique service model. I don’t seek a large volume of photography jobs. Rather, I provide my undivided attention to one client at a time, which allows me to provide consultation as needed, fully research their project, and then deliver their images very quickly. I am always honored when clients trust me to capture their vision. I hope we'll have an opportunity to collaborate, become friends, and hopefully, develop a long-term partnership. Let’s talk! – Holly

5 Year Anniversary Portraits (Phoenix Portrait Photographer)

This weekend, I had the honor of making family portraits for Susan and Marty at the stunning Royal Palms Resort, where they celebrated their wedding 5 years ago. I loved Susan’s idea – to mark the occasion by re-creating a few … Continue reading

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Medium Format Film Photography Series Part 2: Garden of the Gods (Phoenix Fine Art Photographer)

Last week, I posted medium format photography images from Acadia National Park and Ogunquit, Maine in Part 1 of this series. In today’s Part 2, I’ve posted fine art photos made in Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs, Colorado, when … Continue reading

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Medium Format Film Photography Series: New England / Acadia National Park (Phoenix Fine Art Photographer)

My 120mm film has been piling up in recent years, but I am finally catching up! I shoot 120mm / medium format photography with my Rolleicord. This is the first in a series of posts I’ll share in the coming … Continue reading

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How I Got Scammed By A Photography “Client” + 4 Ways to Avoid Getting Scammed

UPDATE 4/16/13: I’ve heard from at least 4 other photographers that were similarly scammed since posting this, so I wanted to update future readers with additional information. How to Protect Yourself If You Were Scammed Place a fraud alert on your name … Continue reading

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Church of St. Mary, Cheyenne (Interior / Exterior Architectural Photography)

Just before we moved from Cheyenne to Phoenix, I photographed interiors and exteriors of the Catholic Cathedral in the Archdiocese of Denver / Diocese of Cheyenne for Media 3, which is publishing Beacon of Light, a photo book of Catholic Cathedrals … Continue reading

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This Old House (Phoenix Architectural Photographer)

One of the unfortunate aspects of leaving Cheyenne is leaving behind our beautiful, charming, old home in Cheyenne’s Moore Haven Heights Historic District. Before moving to Phoenix, I wanted to record some of the little details that make it such … Continue reading

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Natalie’s Bridal Shower (Scottsdale Event Photographer)

Last weekend, I flew to Phoenix to celebrate the bridal shower of my very-soon-to-be-sister-in-law with family and friends in the Phoenix area. Naturally, I offered my services as the event photographer to the hostesses. Natalie is a treasure, and I … Continue reading

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Yes, We Are Moving Again! (Phoenix [yay!] Commercial Photographer)

The Ambuehls and Holly Baumann Photography are moving back to Phoenix as of April 1, 2013! I will be a Phoenix commercial photographer, Phoenix architectural photographer and Phoenix portrait photographer once again.  I am looking forward to participating in favorite … Continue reading

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Oklahoma City Aerial Photos Published in Oklahoma State History Textbooks

Two of my aerial photographs of Oklahoma City, one of downtown and one of the State Capitol, appear in the most recent editions of Oklahoma State History textbooks, published by Oklahoma History Press. In the first textbook, Oklahoma: The Sooner … Continue reading

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The Making of an Heirloom: Replica of Greene and Greene’s Gamble House Dining Table

There’s nothing better than lingering over a meal with people I love. And now, Nathan and I have a very special place to do so. We recently became the very happy owners of a beautiful dining room table that is truly … Continue reading

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