Process
How a session works.
01 — Plan
Consult
We talk through what the photos are for, where they’ll live and how you want to come across.
02 — Prepare
Style
Wardrobe guidance before the day, and we choose your set together. Makeup is included with The Complete Portrait Experience and can be added to any session.
03 — Shoot
Direct
Guided posing and expression coaching in the studio, so you never wonder what to do with your hands.
04 — Deliver
Retouch
Your selected images are hand-retouched and delivered in a private online gallery.
Our sets
Two sets. Two moods.
Every session is shot on one of our two studio sets. Pick the one that matches how you want the portrait to feel, or ask us and we will help you choose.
Set 01
The White Studio
No glitz, no glamour. A clean white seamless backdrop and shaped light keep every bit of attention on you: your face, your posture, your expression.
Best for: Headshots, families, milestones, anyone who wants a timeless portrait.
Set 02
The Canvas Backdrop
A hand-textured canvas with depth and tone gives the portrait a painterly, fine-art feel, closer to an oil painting than a photo booth.
Best for: Statement portraits, wall art, couples, creative branding.
Materials
What we work with.
Camera & lenses
[Add your camera body and the lenses you use for portraits.]
Lighting
[Add your strobes, modifiers and how you shape light on each set.]
Backdrops
White seamless for the White Studio, and a hand-textured canvas for the Canvas Backdrop.
Retouching & delivery
Selected images are hand-retouched and delivered in a private online gallery.
FAQ
Before you book.
Which set should I choose?
Choose the White Studio for a clean, timeless portrait that is all about you. Choose the Canvas Backdrop for a painterly, fine-art look. Not sure? Book a free consultation and we’ll help you decide.
Can I use both sets in one session?
Ask when you book and we’ll tell you what fits your session length.
I'm not photogenic. Will this work for me?
Most clients say this. Being comfortable on camera is a skill we coach during the session, with posing and expression guidance from the first frame to the last.
What should I wear?
You’ll get wardrobe guidance after booking. Solid colours and well-fitted pieces photograph best; we’ll help you plan each look.
How many people can come to a session?
Individual & Couple sessions are for one or two people. Family Portraits cover up to six people (seven to ten for $150 more), and The Complete Portrait Experience covers up to ten. For larger groups, book a free consultation and we’ll plan the right session.
Is makeup included?
Makeup for one person is included in The Complete Portrait Experience and Brand Content Day. For any other session, you can add professional makeup when you book ($170).
Do you photograph events and weddings?
Yes. Event coverage starts at $350 for two hours, with half-day ($650) and full-day ($1,200) options, delivered as a curated online gallery. Weddings are available by request; email us with your date.
Where is the studio?
The studio is at 2147 S Lumber St, Chicago, IL. Sessions are by appointment only, and your confirmation includes everything you need for the day.
