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Best Portrait Photographers in Tucson
2021

We scored 190 Portrait Photographers in Tucson, AZ and Picked the Top 13

Here are the Picks:

Area 520 Studio

BrainDance Productions

Christy Hunter Photography

Ellen Duperret Photography

JenniferB photography

Maranatha Photography

Martha Lochert Photography

Michelle Burley Photography

Sherri Graves Photography

Silhouette Photo

Sophia Lyn Sims

The Gawnes

Unique Photography

Why These Portrait Photographers?

Our goal is to connect people with the best local experts. We scored Tucson Portrait Photographers on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

Reviewed Curated Top Picks 190 119 13

Our Selection Criteria:

  • 1. Availability

    Consistently approachable and responsive, so customers never feel ignored.

  • 2. Qualifications

    Building customer confidence with licensing, accreditations, and awards.

  • 3. Reputation

    A history of delighted customers and outstanding service.

  • 4. Experience

    Masters of their craft, based on years of practical experience and education.

  • 5. Professionalism

    Providing service with honesty, reliability, and respect.

Read more about our selection process

Area 520 Studio

Area520 Studio is a Tucson-based photography and videography provider specializing in weddings, quinceaneras, and other events, as well as senior graduation photos and executive portraits for real estate agents and other professionals. Founder Joe Ramirez has created images for international media outlets like Telemundo and the Associated Press. His unobtrusive photojournalistic style allows clients to relax and enjoy themselves knowing that their special day will be fully documented.

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Tucson, AZ 85713

Website

(520) 979-0517 Website

Reputation:A+

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

4.8 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

211 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Professionalism: A+

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We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.

Responsiveness: A+

Friendliness: A+

Helpfulness: A+

Detail: A+

BrainDance Productions

BrainDance Productions provides a full range of creative services within the Tucson area, including photography, videography, direction, graphic design, and production. Event photography and portraits are also available. Founder Eric Suhm takes the time to get to know every client and craft images that reflect the unique personalities of the subjects. He is a location-based photographer who travels with a fully-stocked RV designed to keep clients comfortable event on long shoots.

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Tucson, AZ 85704

Website

(520) 271-3451 Website

Reputation:A

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

1 (Good)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

10 (Better)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Christy Hunter Photography

Christy Hunter Photography is the business of a Tucson-based portrait photographer. Hunter loves capturing images in natural light and describes her photography style as vibrant and bright. Her portrait photography services include engagement, maternity, and lifestyle sessions that are typically held in outdoor venues. She helps clients select outfits and color palettes to match the shoot's location. Hunter's other area of expertise is wedding photography, and she covers both large celebrations and intimate weddings and elopements.

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161B Grierson Ave
Fort Huachuca, AZ 85613

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(931) 249-7386 Website

Reputation:A

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

1 (Good)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

1 (Good)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Ellen Duperret Photography

Based in Tucson, Ellen Duperret Photography specializes in high school graduation, college seniors and family portraits. Session fee is $150, with a la carte pricing for prints, wall portraits, books, cards, and shareable digital files. Duperret is a Certified Professional Photographer with the Professional Photographers of America, as well as a photographer with the Bald Beauties Project, which provides complimentary portrait sessions to children and teens undergoing cancer treatment.

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Tucson, AZ 85719

Website

(520) 471-5027 Website

JenniferB photography

JenniferB Photography is a small business based in Oro Valley, Arizona, that works with clients in the Tucson metro area and surrounding cities. Jennifer offers 13 years of portrait photography experience, working with newborns, pregnant mothers, seniors, and teenagers. She shoots on location and in her private photo studio, which contains hundreds of props and clothing items for infants and children. She also photographs seniors, newly engaged couples, and entire families.

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12460 N Rancho Visto Blvd
Oro Valley, AZ 85737

Website

(520) 247-7629 Website

Reputation:A

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

1 (Good)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

18 (Better)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Professionalism: A+

More Info

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.

Responsiveness: A+

Friendliness: A+

Helpfulness: A+

Detail: A+

Maranatha Photography

Based in Tucson, Maranatha Photography is a husband and wife team who specialize in weddings and family portraits. They received the 2015 Reader's Choice Best Photography Shop Award from the Arizona Daily Star and have been featured on Wedding Wire and the Tucson Wedding Network. Maranatha Photography is accredited by Professional Photographers of America and Nikon Professional Services.

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Tucson, AZ 85742

Website

(520) 284-0407 Website

Martha Lochert Photography

Martha Lochert of Martha Lochert Photography is a professional portrait photographer based in Tucson. Lochert captures portraits for commercial, corporate, or personal use. Specifically, she provides corporate and executive headshots as well as publicity photos for actors, musicians, artists. She also captures action and studio photos of pets, promotional photos for websites, and images for advertising. Event coverage such as weddings, conventions, and conferences is also part of her range of services.

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50 N. Avenida de San Ramon
Tucson, AZ 85710

Website

(520) 290-6322 Website

Reputation:A+

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

3 (Best)

Average Review Score:

4.9 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

27 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Professionalism: A+

More Info

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.

Responsiveness: A+

Friendliness: A+

Helpfulness: A+

Detail: A+

Price: in studio at 175 plus tax

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Standard Rate: on location at 250 plus tax

Michelle Burley Photography

Michelle Burley Photography is a full-service Tucson photography studio specializing in weddings and engagements, family portraits, high school graduation, pets, pregnancy and infants, boudoir photos, and modeling headshots. Burley has more than 15 years of industry experience and is an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau and Professional Photographers of America. Session fees start at $100 and can be conducted either at Burley's historic studio or at a location of the client's choice.

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Tucson, AZ 85713

Website

(520) 622-3430 Website

Reputation:A

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

1 (Good)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

4 (Good)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Sherri Graves Photography

Based in Tucson, Sherri Graves Photography practices shoot and share photography, which means she specializes in fun, creative, energetic shoots with all client images available on a secure cloud-based server for a full year. Sessions start at $175, with customized packages developed for each individual client. Graves is also available for travel shoots, including destination weddings and other events.

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8550 East Hawthorne Street
Tucson, AZ 85710

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(520) 444-7474 Website

Reputation:A

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

2 (Better)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

4 (Good)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Silhouette Photo

Tucson-based Silhouette Photo is a dedicated portrait studio specializing in graduation photos, maternity and baby, family, business headshots, and wedding coverage. They offer personalized client attention, outdoor location shoots any time of year, and same-day proofing and ordering after the shoot is complete. They also have a wide variety of packages to make professional photography affordable on any household budget.

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Tucson, AZ 85715

Website

(520) 886-1710 Website

Reputation:A+

More Info

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

3 (Best)

Average Review Score:

4.7 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

34 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Variable (Good)

Professionalism: A+

More Info

We hire mystery shoppers to call our providers anonymously and evaluate them. Providers who respond quickly, answer questions thoroughly, and communicate politely score higher.

Responsiveness: A+

Friendliness: A+

Helpfulness: A+

Detail: A+

Sophia Lyn Sims

Tucson photographer Sophia Lyn Sims specializes in innovative, elegant glamour portraits for women, as well as newborn, family, and relationship photos. She strives to take images that reflect the foundational relationships in her clients lives. Gift sessions for Sims photography are available via her website.

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Tucson, AZ 85718

Website

(520) 743-8850 Website

The Gawnes

The Gawnes are a Tucson-based husband and wife team that specializes in weddings, engagement, newborn, maternity, and family portraits, as well as headshots. All wedding packages include both photographers for the duration of the event, a flash drive will all high-resolution images, and an online gallery to view and share photos. The Gawnes were honored with a 2016 and 2017 Couples Choice Award from Wedding Wire, as well as a 2017 Best of Weddings Award from The Knot.

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Tucson, AZ 85749

Website

(520) 230-5960 Website

Reputation:A

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We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

1 (Good)

Average Review Score:

5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

3 (Good)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

Unique Photography

Tucson-based Unique Photography specializes in weddings, quinceaneras, portraits, maternity, boudoir, and commercial photography. They also offer restoration and retouching services for treasured family photos. The founders of this family business have more than 34 years of industry experience and provide customers with a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee. Clients say that Unique's amazing photographs help them appreciate the smallest details of their special days.

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Tucson, AZ 85701

Website

(520) 884-4748 Website

Reputation:A+

More Info

We scour the internet for reviews from well-known resources. Each provider is evaluated based on the quality and quantity of their reviews, their presence on multiple review sites, and their average minimum rating.

Online Profiles:

3 (Best)

Average Review Score:

4.5 / 5 (Best)

Total Reviews:

154 (Best)

Score Consistency:

Consistent (Best)

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