I founded Bob Harper Portraits in 2010 after serving our nation for over 40 years, first as a US Army Infantry officer followed by a stint as a Defense contractor for Northrop Grumman.  I am a graduate of West Point and served in Vietnam as an Infantry platoon leader and company commander in the 101st Airborne Division.  I also served quite a bit of time in Airborne and Ranger units, culminating as the commander of the 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, part of the 82d Airborne Division, before retiring and moving to the Defense industry.

My MISSION now is to Design, Photograph, Create, Deliver and Install hand-crafted wall art that celebrates cherished family bonds and remains a part of family heritage and legacy for generations.

I am an award-winning professional photographer and operate a Studio in Downtown Hampton, VA.  I am recognized by the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) as a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) and have been awarded the PPA professional degrees of Master Photographer and Photographic Craftsman.  Within Virginia, I am the former Chair of the Board and President of the Virginia Professional Photographers Association (VPPA) and currently serve the organization as a Board member.  VPPA has awarded me the degrees of Fellow of Photography and Service to Photography.

My life experiences have shown me that by far the most valuable things we have are our relationships with others, whether family, friends, or 4-legged partners.  It is my quest for the remainder of my time on this planet to help others celebrate and memorialize their treasured relationships, and I offer them the opportunity to own customized fine art that does just that.  My photographic services are personal and special to each client and provide an eternal testament to the values we uphold.

Please contact me to discuss how we can together determine the best way for you to celebrate and memorialize your most treasured relationships.