We are the largest and longest established, independently owned portrait studio in Eastern Virginia, established in 1972, and begun by David Keith Forrest, M. Photog., Cr. Mr. Forrest has created tens of thousands of portraits over the years of local families and personalities, as well as many prominent individuals and families from around the country. Forrest Studio is located on 3 acres of waterfront property on SHore Dr in Virginia Beach VA. We have unlimited areas outdoors in back of our studio, including on the lake behind our studio, as well as 2 indoor camera rooms, and a large facility. Of course, we also make portraits on location, i...

I love seeing the look on a customers face when they see their final prints

I am extremely easy to work with. I have the ability to blend into the background if needed or step forward and instruct a large group. I will roll with the punches, I completly understand and life happens.

-Houzz Best in Service Award winner for 2021. -Black-owned business -Seven years' experience -IG/Twitter: @fostergrayphoto

When working with a client I find that it is important to not only be a professional photographer but to also be able to effectively produce the desired results through affective communication. Dealing with people is not always easy but when you treat them like they are more than just another client it makes for a better photo session and even better quality work.