Who is Astara Photography & Design? We are mainly a photography business offering all different types of portraits and weddings. If you are in need of any type of photography please let us know. Our goal is creative, affordable photography! We are sure we can help you out with your needs.
Our session fee is a low $35 per hour for any type of portrait work. Seniors - $35 per hour, maternity - $35 per hour, family - $35 per hour, you get the picture. Our weddings start at just $500 and include 2 photographers, my husband and me. Additional items are available for purchase such as, photo discs, albums, prints, photo jewelry, gift items, and more.

So now that you know about the photography portion of our business, let’s talk about the design. I am a creative spirit at heart, I love to make and create whenever I can, so in addition to our creative photography I create logos, digital scrapbook pages, templates, digital cards for all occasions, jewelry, hair accessories, and nail art. My digital designs, jewelry and accessories can be found in my Etsy shop, custom requests are welcomed and encouraged.

Healthy skin and makeup is important for photos!
I am a certified consultant with BeautiControl cosmetics. I use their makeup daily and for our photo shoots any time makeup is asked for. If you need makeup application for your photos let me know I would be happy to include it in your photo package.
I also do consultations for skincare and cosmetic needs with these products.

Now to the nails! I do nails with Gelish products this creates a lasting manicure that can last up to a month. My manicures consist of a mixture of BeautiControl products and Gelish products and are very affordable, and the best part I come to you, so you don’t need to spend anytime driving to the salon, waiting for the salon tech, and then getting your nails done with a noisy crowd. Gotta love the comfort of your own home! If needed, appointments can be arranged elsewhere.
So that is Astara Photography & Design a little business with lots to offer.
Many things are up to date on my site, but some things are may still be under construction. If you have any questions at all, please contact me via email at acnaturals@gmail.com, or by mobile at 319-759-0059.


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AddressWest Liberty, IA 52776
United States
Daytime phone319-759-0059
Evening phone319-759-0059
Mobile phone319-759-0059
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Web sitewww.astaraphotography.com
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I am Tara and I am a wife, mother, and daughter. I LOVE taking pictures, my camera goes everywhere with me. My goal is to help capture your unique moments in time. Anyone can take a picture, but I can give you a piece of art that you will love and cherish for eternity. My services include editing, and that is where the magic happens. I take amazing photos and make them extraordinary.

Why did I choose Astara as my name for my photo business?
There are several meanings for Astara, and several reasons why I choose the name.
  • It is a mixture of my birth name (Astaroth), and the name that I go by (Tara), so it has a personal meaning to me.
  • It is a derivative of Astra, the latin word meaning star. I like stars.
  • Old english meaning "From Tara". Your photos are from me, Tara.
  • Lastly, relates to photography. Another meaning of the word, and the oldest theory of origin comes from Vedic songs and writings which explains Astara as a place where the rays of lights shine from behind to light the pathways ahead. Anyone who knows how photography works knows why this is important. Photography wouldn't exsist without the isolation on light in the body of the camera, behind the lens. Basically, a photo is captured when light enters the camera and hits the film or sensor. Photography is the painting of light.


My Family
I have been married for 7 years to my wonderful husband, Dan. And we have a 5 year old son, Caedan. Together we like playing outside, drawing, playing video games, going to the park, watching & playing baseball, reading, and of course taking pictures.