Portrait Photography in Washington DC
As a portrait photographer in Washington DC, I offer thoughtfully guided portrait photography sessions for individuals, professionals, creatives, and business owners seeking images that feel natural, confident, and intentional. Whether you’re updating professional portraits, building your personal brand, or capturing editorial visuals, these sessions are tailored to how you want to be seen and where you plan to use your images.
Portrait Session
Editorial Portrait Session
The Portrait Session is my core portrait photography experience and the most popular option for clients seeking polished, authentic portraits.
This session is ideal for professional headshots, personal portraits, creatives, and anyone who wants images that feel confident, modern, and timeless. Studio lighting or natural light is used based on what best supports your features, style, and intended use of the images.
You’ll receive guidance throughout the session — from posing and movement to expression — so you never feel stiff or unsure in front of the camera. The focus is on creating portraits that feel like you, elevated.
Perfect for:
• Professional portraits
• LinkedIn and website images
• Editorial-style portraits
• Personal milestones
Duration: 60 minutes
Rate: $450
The Editorial Portrait Session is designed for clients who want portraits with a strong visual point of view. These sessions focus on storytelling, presence, and expression, creating images that feel intentional and publication-ready.
Editorial portrait photography allows more creative direction, mood, and personality while maintaining a polished, professional feel. This session is ideal for executives, creatives, artists, speakers, and professionals who need portraits for press, features, publications, or high-level personal branding.
As an editorial portrait photographer in Washington DC, I work closely with you to understand how the images will be used and shape the session around that purpose.
Perfect for:
• Press and publications
• Speaking engagements
• Editorial features
• Thought leaders and creatives
Duration: 60 minutes
Rate: $600
Extended Portrait Sessions
Branding Session
The Extended Portrait Session offers additional time and flexibility for clients who want more variety and depth in their portrait photography.
This session is ideal if you’d like multiple outfit changes, different looks, or a combination of studio and on-location portraits. The extended format allows for a slower pace and more creative exploration while maintaining a calm, guided experience.
Extended sessions are well suited for professionals building a larger image library, creatives, families, or anyone who wants a broader visual story from their portrait session.
Perfect for:
• Multiple looks or outfit changes
• Studio + location portraits
• Broader image libraries
• Relaxed, unhurried sessions
Duration: 120 Minutes
Rate: $850
Personal branding photography is designed for business owners, entrepreneurs, and creatives who need a cohesive set of images for websites, social media, and marketing.
These sessions go beyond traditional portraits to capture how you work, who you serve, and how you want your brand to be perceived. Each branding session begins with a planning conversation to align visuals with your goals, audience, and messaging.
Images from branding sessions are created with long-term use in mind.
Commercial usage rights for self-promotion and business marketing are included.
Perfect for:
• Business owners and entrepreneurs
• Website and social media content
• Marketing and promotional materials
• Personal brand growth
Duration: Determined by the project needs
Rate: $1,800