Where every image begins with heart and meaning!

Forgotten Age Portrait sessions

There are a limited number of

"Forgotten Age" -child sessions available

each due to the custom nature

and extensive time involved in the process of each session.

Don't wait to find out more.

It cost nothing to ask.

Email (1cathybenton@gmail.com)

Call (757-439-4482)

for additional information.

I'd love to create a masterpiece for you!

You and your child deserve an experience like this to cherish for a lifetime.

Meet the Artist

Cathy Benton is a nationally recognized photographic artist

whose signature style is inspired by

the magical works of the “Old Masters Painters”.

Her honest and timeless portraits reveal a talent for capturing the essence and beauty of her subjects.

“I photograph women and all things of importance to them –

their children, their families.

Life moves so fast.

We should never wait to capture

this moment. So capture it in a beautiful timeless piece of art.

It's later than you think! “

Cathy

fine art portraiture

CHILDREN| WOMEN | FAMILIES

Children "The Forgotten Age"

The forgotten Ages for our children between 4 and 17 years old - a magical session that every child should be able to experience.

Celebrating Women

Celebrating Women - a portrait experience for women between 45 and 85 years old. Celebrate YOU!

Family

Families - our heart!

What Time Cannot Take Away

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What Time Cannot TakeFor over 30 years, I’ve entered print competition. And each time, I find myself drawn not just to what scores well—but to what stays with you.This past quarter, I entered six images into the Virginia Professional Photographers Association print competition. All of them did well. But one… stayed with me.This one.A portrait of a young woman who has been fighting breast cancer since 2019.As she shared her story, I found myself quietly moved. With each layer ...

Child couture wall portrait by Hampton Roads portrait photographer Cathy Benton.

When Light Finds Its Place: Why Portraits on Our Walls Matter.

March 13, 2026

How a Simple Change on My Wall Reminded MeWhy Light and Art Still Matter in PortraitureWhere It All BeganMany years ago—long before I ever became a portrait photographer—I spent countless hours in art classes learning about color harmony, balance, composition, and all of those wonderful “artsy” things.Back then I had no idea those lessons would one day help me create portraits of children and families that would live on the walls of their homes.Not long after, I earned a ...