Sherri Harnisch - Picture Taker

Sherri Harnisch - Picture Taker Photographer First, and foremost, I am a mom to two crazy girls who are quite simply the highlight of my existence. Need pics?
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I feel as though I can't snap enough picture memories as I try to capture & share each moment. Big or small, it doesn't matter...every milestone is important! Now in my 12th year of this photography biz...I continue to truly enjoy this opportunity to work with the most incredible people (fact), out of the most (in my opinion) perfect photography studio, in the most picturesque (again, just my opin

ion ;-)) small town Main Street location! I'm a journalist who enjoys telling a story with pictures and words. In doing so, I find myself looking deeper, seeing things more clearly, from fresh new perspectives, always searching for beauty & wonder in the world around me. I usually don't have to look very far to find it! And most often discover that the purest forms of perfection exist in the the most common places, faces. "A shutter is clicked, a flash goes off, and you've stopped time, if just for the blink of an eye. And if these pictures have anything to say to future generations it's this: I was here, I existed, I was young, I was happy. and someone cared enough about me in this world to take my picture." -One Hour Photo

And hence, a seed to a new career has been planted…and quickly bloomed into a thriving vocation. Sherri Harnisch Picture Taker

I am so grateful and feel wonderfully blessed to have this opportunity. The chance to do what I am truly passionate about, and actually get paid for it. Photography fills my bucket and is truly fulfilling for me. When I made the decision to take a break from my full-time media/advertising career, to stay home and focus on the needs of my family...I never envisioned starting my own business and having it grow and take off as quickly and organically as it did. I'm so thankful to all my family and friends (especially hubby & kiddos) who have supported me in this venture. I am a natural-light, and studio-light photographer specializing in families, children, newborns, Seniors, couples and special events. I strive to capture authentic connections between family members and customizes each session to create images that my family and friends will love and cherish forever

Email is my most preferred mode of communication. :)
[email protected]


Please be sure check out my website for more information, current pricing options, and much more...
http://www.sherriharnischpicturetaker.com

Senior Summer… !
07/29/2024

Senior Summer…
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I am SOOO behind on posting recent work over here on my business page (like five years behind - LOL).  Just trying to ke...
07/26/2024

I am SOOO behind on posting recent work over here on my business page (like five years behind - LOL).
Just trying to keep up quite honestly, and get those client galleries out the door as fast as possible!

Here's a sneak peek from last night's session with the Fort Calhoun Cheer Team. Such a great group of girls!
Can't wait to share their full gallery with them very soon.
PS - how adorbs is my sweet niece Anna. 😉
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sidenote: I still have openings this Summer/Fall for Seniors, families, and sports teams...head on over to my website for more details.

I've been on the run shooting everyone else's seniors this summer, it felt pretty darn amazing (or dare I say SURREAL) f...
07/22/2024

I've been on the run shooting everyone else's seniors this summer, it felt pretty darn amazing (or dare I say SURREAL) finally getting around to shooting my own yesterday.

🚨 Attn Class of 2025…it’s your turn! Be sure to get that senior session booked SOON.  📸I only have two spots in June…a h...
06/13/2024

🚨 Attn Class of 2025…it’s your turn!

Be sure to get that senior session booked SOON. 📸

I only have two spots in June…
a handful in July…
and several still to choose from in August/September.

https://www.sherriharnischpicturetaker.com

Thank you in advance for your continued support ❤️

Thanks for visiting!! Please contact me to book your session today. { [email protected] }

Sherri Harnisch Picture Taker is proud to present...2024 Recital Sessions!-------Whether elegant, energetic, adorable, w...
03/14/2024

Sherri Harnisch Picture Taker is proud to present...

2024 Recital Sessions!

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Whether elegant, energetic, adorable, whimsical, or dramatic, Sherri Harnisch Picture Taker aims to convey the spirit and skill unique to each dancer. Providing a collection of images that complement your dancer's story.

Sherri has had the pleasure of photographing dancers and athletes of all kinds for nearly 15 years. These recital sessions continue to be among her favorite and most rewarding sessions!

Your talented dancers work so hard day-in and day-out to perfect their skills, they possess the purest form of athleticism in it’s most elegant form, and Sherri can't wait to have this opportunity of capturing the pure essence of your precious performer.

Click on the link in comments...for more details, and to book your dancer's session today!!

In need of some updated headshots?     ;-)
03/13/2024

In need of some updated headshots?
;-)

Guess what?!? Due to popular demand…Our “Sparkle and Shine” Glitter sessions have been extended a few more days. ✨📸💖🥳I’v...
01/10/2024

Guess what?!?
Due to popular demand…
Our “Sparkle and Shine” Glitter sessions have been extended a few more days. ✨📸💖🥳
I’ve had several friends request weekday/daytime offerings … so here you go.
Can’t wait to continue making a super fun mess of my studio.
And don’t forget, I do have several dresses, crowns, props, and TU-TU’s on hand at the studio…so your kiddo can simply come as they are and we’ll be sure to have an amazing time, catching PRICELESS images.

Booking link down in comment section below.

Who doesn't love a coupon code?Especially one valued at $25 worth of free print products!?!Any client, who has allowed m...
01/03/2024

Who doesn't love a coupon code?
Especially one valued at $25 worth of free print products!?!

Any client, who has allowed me the opportunity of photographing you and/or your loved ones are eligible for this gift.

Use code: { HAPPY2024 }

~ to receive a credit of $25 towards your next print order.
~ only TEN available!
~ limit one per customer.
~ offer expires this Sunday, 1/7.

If your gallery has expired, please just let me know, and I will be happy to reactivate it so that you can take advantage of this great print deal!

Thanks again so very much to everyone for supporting me and my small business. Your kindness truly means the absolute WORLD to me.

📸✨Sparkle and Shine✨📸 sessions are THIS weekend! (And this weekend ONLY)Who wants to make a glittery mess of the studioW...
01/03/2024

📸✨Sparkle and Shine✨📸 sessions are THIS weekend! (And this weekend ONLY)

Who wants to make a glittery mess of the studio
With me?!

These sessions are truly SOO MUCH FUN…and perfect for girls and boys alike…as well as clubs, groups, teams, sororities, etc. 🤪

Does anyone you know (or YOU), have a special birthday coming up? Treat yourself to a super fun glam session. 😍

Here’s the link to book:

Sparkle and Shine Mini Sessions 2024

Is your group, team, or club in need of some fun and unique photos?  Hit me up!  We can shoot in studio and/or on locati...
12/29/2023

Is your group, team, or club in need of some fun and unique photos?
Hit me up!

We can shoot in studio and/or on location!

See link below for details and available session times.

Is your dance/cheer/sports team's portrait session on my 2024 calendar yet?   Send me a note, and let's discuss all the ...
12/29/2023

Is your dance/cheer/sports team's portrait session on my 2024 calendar yet?
Send me a note, and let's discuss all the details. And thank you again to all the amazing athletes, coaches, and parents who have entrusted me with this priceless privilege.

Oh, and best of luck the MNDT Dance Team as they chase down yet another National Title next month!

Attn: Graduating Class of 2025...Now is the time to get your senior session on the books!In the last ten years, I have h...
12/29/2023

Attn: Graduating Class of 2025...
Now is the time to get your senior session on the books!
In the last ten years, I have had the honor of photographing 1,000+ seniors from right here in our Omaha, Elkhorn, Waterloo, Valley, and Fremont communities . And I am so very excited for another fantastic year ahead.
My brand new studio space (just a few minutes West of Omaha) has been designed with the senior session IN MIND!
We usually start at the studio, before venturing to a nearby location (or two) of your choosing.
Link to book in comments below.

Thanks in advance!

OKAY friends...let's DO THIS!!  Back by popular demand…SPARKLE & SHINE mini-sessions!!One weekend ONLY - ( because all t...
12/27/2023

OKAY friends...let's DO THIS!!

Back by popular demand…
SPARKLE & SHINE mini-sessions!!

One weekend ONLY - ( because all that glitter absolutely destroys the studio )

1/6-1/7

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Who’s looking for a super fun (and MESSY) way to celebrate the New Year, and get a headstart on Valentine’s Day cards/boxes??
Bring your kiddo(s) (or yourselves) to me for a super festive and GLITTERY photoshoot at the studio.
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$175
2 setups (gray, white, glitter, and gold…as well as a gorgeous floral backdrop with colorful confetti!)
30 minutes
25 edited digital images (with print release)
In order to best contain the mess, I can only accommodate up to three kiddos per session.
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I have a collection of fancy dresses and accessories in my client closet…but truly anything white, gray, black, cream, silver, or gold would look great. Or pretty much anything BLINGY.
Even jeans and a PLAIN white/gray/black shirt would look sharp with my planned sets. So don’t over-think it and just come to have fun!!
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These sessions serve as a great way to showcase your kiddo’s personality and capture ALL those adorable and unique expressions.
But seriously though…who doesn’t love making a huge mess that SOMEBODY ELSE has to clean up??

Claim your “Sparkle & Shine” session time TODAY!!

https://www.sherriharnischpicturetaker.com/sparkleandshine-mini-sessions

Good afternoon dear friends, family and clients. I know I have been quiet over hear on the FB page…but that’s because li...
12/18/2023

Good afternoon dear friends, family and clients.
I know I have been quiet over hear on the FB page…
but that’s because life has been BUSY, and I have been working feverishly to put the finishing touches on all your 2023 sessions.

I’m already looking forward to 2024…📸
And just posted available session dates and times well into Spring.

Please know I hope to update this calendar further into the year within the next few weeks. So start syncing uo thise family schedules.

In the meantime…check out everything Sherri Harnisch Picture Taker has to offer in 2024.

I genuinely hope to see MANY of you VERY soon!

I truly appreciate your support. 📸❤️

Thanks for visiting!! Please contact me to book your session today. { [email protected] }

Christmas is right around the corner...it’s an amazing time of year for so many reasons...one being that family and frie...
12/10/2023

Christmas is right around the corner...it’s an amazing time of year for so many reasons...one being that family and friends, from near and FAR, will be TOGETHER.

So gather everyone up and come on down to my studio!!

Sherri Harnisch Picture taker presents…
2023 "Generational Family" photo sessions!!

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Saturday, 12/23

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Reminder: Sessions can ONLY be reserved via THIS online booking link

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These will take place at my brand new studio in Waterloo, NE. (2487 River Road Drive)

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I'll have two neutral (matches everything) sets.

A gigantic white wall (that can easily fit up to 35 people), as well as a Winter Tree Farm scene.

Our primary focus will be snapping a few full group poses. Then we'll do various breakdowns from there (for example: Grandmas and Grandpas with all their grandbabies, just the cousins, the "OG" crew, separate family units, etc...)

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$35/person (REDUCED pricing!)

- 30 minutes

- A full gallery containing 50+ (lightly edited) full-resolution digital images (with print release) to be selected from online viewing gallery. Your images will be completed, and ALL galleries posted within two weeks of your session.

(a booking deposit of $140 will be collected to secure your spot...the remaining balance is due on session day - final session cost will vary depending on amount of people)

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These sessions are for families (ideally "extended" families) of any size...my studio can accommodate up to 35 people.

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I just love the magic, joy, and peace that the Holiday season brings...especially the bringing together of those we love so dear.

Our hearts NEED this more than ever this year.

Book your "generational" family session NOW!

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Thanks friends!!!

Sherri H.

(Booking link located in comment section below ⬇️)

2023 Classic Christmas Family sessions are just a few weeks away!!📸🎄🕯️🎁🧣❄️🛷Sunday 11/26 only———————————————Here's a look...
11/02/2023

2023 Classic Christmas Family sessions are just a few weeks away!!
📸🎄🕯️🎁🧣❄️🛷

Sunday 11/26 only

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Here's a look back at a few images from last year that make my heart smile. 🥰

The images above and below are examples of what’s in store for THIS YEAR!
I’m so excited I can hardly contain my excitement!!

These sessions will be taking place at my “Sycamore Farms” studio location. (Just North of 228th & Dodge)

We’ll shoot primarily in the 44,000 square foot Arena (so while a couple of these scenes create the perception of being outdoors, they’re massive! don’t worry, we’ll remain very much OUT of the wintery elements ❄️😉)

As you can see I have three brand new EXQUISITE setups, along with a couple more neutral offerings. Can't wait to see you and your families very soon!

There are still a handful of available spots...
snag yours today!! (booking link in comments)

Thanks in advance for supporting me and my small business. ❤️

Okay friends...The booking link is LIVE!  (see comment section for link)Secure your family's "Classic Christmas Photo Se...
10/25/2023

Okay friends...
The booking link is LIVE! (see comment section for link)
Secure your family's "Classic Christmas Photo Session" today.
These spots are likely to fill up fast, as these special sessions are only taking place Sunday, 11/26.
Can't wait to see you and yours very soon.
Thank you again SO VERY much to everyone for supporting me and my small business. ❤

10/25/2023

Big announcement coming later today…
Here’s a hint!
🎄📸😉
Check your calendars for this ONE DAY ONLY event.
(Sunday, 11/26)

I’ll be posting a booking link at noon today.

05/17/2023

These "EHS, ESHS, & ENHS" Seniors (of whom I had the pleasure of photographing this year) are down to ONE final hour of High School. 🎓

Their moms are not okay. 🥹❤️

05/11/2023

Pinch me…I feel like I’m DREAMING!!! 😍

I can’t even believe I have this absolutely AWESOME opportunity of calling Sycamore Farm my studio “home.” 😄🥹

In addition to all the natural beauty Sycamore has to offer, I’ll also be setting up several “scenes” in and around the arena, stables, and coffeehouse. Most of which will be rather “nuetral” and “simplistic” in tone.

I absolutely can not WAIT to welcome my clients here once everything is in place. ❤️🌟📸

PS - these iPhone pics really do NOT serve this place justice, but I think you get the jist. 🤪

PPS - my shooting calendar is LIVE…have you booked your family, kiddo, senior, or team for a session at Sycamore yet??

Thank you in advance for allowing me to photograph your special moments. 📸

04/28/2023

Anyone who knows Alex, knows he’s a Jack-of-all-trades.
There’s not much this young man can’t do, won’t do, and/or hasn’t done. He’s the one wearing all-the-hats, behind all-the-scenes, making sure all-the-things are running smoothly!

I can only imagine how much his school, and this entire community of Elkhorn is going to MISS his presence when he goes off to college. 🤷‍♀️

But the time is almost near, that Alex must spread his wings and begin preparing for his OWN future.
This kid WILL move mountains.

“We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we’re curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths”
~ Walt Disney

04/28/2023

Not only is Rebecca Baker bright, beautiful, brave, and brilliant, she also happens to be an impressive athlete, and has the HARDWARE to prove it.
(We loved smuggling all these trophies into my studio. 😄)
🏆🥇🏀🏐🎾
Wishing Rebecca the best of luck as she strives to add one last medal to her collection before graduation...@ the NE State TENNIS Championships!

The world is her oyster, and I can’t wait to see all the amazing things she sets out to achieve beyond high school.

So very proud of you Rebecca!!

04/28/2023

If I was only able to choose one word to describe Dalton, I think it would have to be DETERMINED.
Give this kid a goal, and he IS going to crush it!
He is not even through his senior year, but is already well on his way to becoming a professional firefighter.
Not only is he taking college classes to earn his degree...He shows up to fire and rescue calls at all hours of the night, in an effort to help those in need.

This apple most certainly does NOT fall far from the tree, as he carries on a longtime legacy of serving our community. Dalton is faithfully following in the big footsteps of those laid before him.
So extremely proud of all he has done, and all he will continue to do.
Please join me in wishing my brave, loyal, humble, and kind nephew Dalton all the best as he counts down the days until graduation.

04/28/2023

I truthfully don't even know where to begin with this amazing young lady.
Aside from being adorable and smart, Lauren has such a beautiful heart, and is one of the most lovely individuals I know.

04/28/2023

Meet Connor Hunt.
Elkhorn High...Class of 2023!
QB1 🏈
Outfielder & Pitcher ⚾️
But most importantly, just an all-around good guy!

Join me in wishing this young man all the best as he continues his education and baseball career at Wayne State University in the Fall.

How handsome is my amazing nephew Dalton?  BTW - have you booked your "soon-to-be" Senior's portrait session yet?Don't d...
04/19/2023

How handsome is my amazing nephew Dalton?
BTW - have you booked your "soon-to-be" Senior's portrait session yet?
Don't delay on reserving your senior photoshoot with Sherri Harnisch - Picture Taker.
Please click on the link below to get more details, and to reserve your date and time SOON.
Thanks in advance!!

Best wishes to Jonah and each and every "Class of 2023" senior I had the privilege of photographing this season.Have you...
04/19/2023

Best wishes to Jonah and each and every "Class of 2023" senior I had the privilege of photographing this season.
Have you booked YOUR "soon-to-be" Senior's session yet?
NOW is the time!

The countdown is ON for the Class of 2023!Best wishes to each and every AMAZING senior I have had the privilege of photo...
04/19/2023

The countdown is ON for the Class of 2023!
Best wishes to each and every AMAZING senior I have had the privilege of photographing. Especially Keira, of whom was an absolute DELIGHT to work with.

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I am a mom to two crazy girls who are quite simply the highlight of my existence. I feel as though I can't snap enough picture memories as I try to capture & share each moment. Big or small, it doesn't matter...every milestone is important! I'm a journalist who enjoys telling a story with pictures and words. In doing so, I find myself looking deeper, seeing things more clearly, from fresh new perspectives, always searching for beauty & wonder in the world around me. I usually don't have to look very far to find it! And most often discover that the purest forms of perfection exist in the the most common places, faces. "A shutter is clicked, a flash goes off, and you've stopped time, if just for the blink of an eye. And if these pictures have anything to say to future generations it's this: I was here, I existed, I was young, I was happy. and someone cared enough about me in this world to take my picture." -One Hour Photo And hence, ten years ago, a seed to a career was been planted…and quickly bloomed into a thriving vocation. Sherri Harnisch Picture Taker I am so grateful and feel wonderfully blessed to have this opportunity. The chance to do what I am truly passionate about, and actually get paid for it. Photography fills my bucket and is truly fulfilling for me. When I made the decision to take a break from my full-time media/advertising career, to stay home and focus on the needs of my family...I never envisioned starting my own business and having it grow and take off as quickly and organically as it did. I'm so thankful to all my family and friends (especially hubby & kiddos) who have supported me in this venture. Need pics? I am a studio and natural light photographer specializing in families, children, newborns, Seniors, couples and special events. I strive to capture authentic connections between family members and customizes each session to create images that my family and friends will love and cherish forever Email is my most preferred mode of communication

[email protected] Please be sure check out my website for more information, current pricing options, etc...

SherriHarnischPictureTaker.com

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