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Area 520 Studio

Tucson, AZ 85713

Business Description

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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4.8
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4.8 / 5 (132)
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5.0 / 5 (6)

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BrainDance Productions

Tucson, AZ 85704

Business Description

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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5.0

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Christy Hunter Photography

161B Grierson Ave, Fort Huachuca, AZ 85613

Business Description

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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5.0
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5.0 / 5 (1)
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Ellen Duperret Photography

Tucson, AZ 85718

Business Description

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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JenniferB photography

12460 N Rancho Visto Blvd, Oro Valley, AZ 85737

Business Description

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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5.0 / 5 (18)

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Martha Lochert Photography

50 N. Avenida de San Ramon, Tucson, AZ 85710

Business Description

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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4.9
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4.8 / 5 (18)
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5.0 / 5 (8)
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5.0 / 5 (1)

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Silhouette Photo

Tucson, AZ 85715

Business Description

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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4.7
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4.6 / 5 (118)
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4.9 / 5 (63)
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4.5 / 5 (14)

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Sophia Lyn Sims

Tucson, AZ 85718

Business Description

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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The Gawnes

Tucson, AZ 85749

Business Description

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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5.0
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5.0 / 5 (3)

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Unique Photography

Tucson, AZ 85701

Business Description

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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4.5
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4.0 / 5 (4)
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5.0 / 5 (1)

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Introduction

    Portrait photography can be the perfect way to capture special moments for adults, children, couples, and families. It's a popular option for occasions, such as graduations, weddings, birthdays, and various milestones reached throughout childhood. However, you don't need a special reason to get a portrait professionally done, as there are many photographers eager to work with new clients at a reasonable rate.

    Professional portrait photography takes years of practice, and the right photographer can achieve results that go far beyond the typical selfie. A magnificent portrait can bring out the subject's inner qualities, allowing their unique personality to shine through for generations to cherish.
  • What is portrait photography?

    Portrait photography is the art of capturing a sitter's likeness with a camera. While this may sound as simple as snapping a quick shot with your mobile phone, the truth is that a truly good portrait photo is difficult to achieve. The goal of a high-quality photo is to capture the personality and emotions behind the subject.

  • What is the history of portrait photography?

    Since the invention of the first camera in 1839, portraits have been one of the most popular kinds of photos. However, way back when, photos needed an exposure time of 20 minutes or more, meaning you would need to sit completely still for that time or else end up with a blurry image.

  • Where can you learn portrait photography?

    Many art schools across the country offer degrees in photography, and some even have specialized classes in portraiture. This can be a good option for young photographers who want a well-rounded skill set. However, many dedicated portrait photographers are self-taught and rely on their portfolios to serve as their credentials.

  • How do you start a portrait photography business?

    Before starting a portrait studio, it's best to gain experience shooting your friends and family so you have a strong portfolio to show clients. Once you're confident in your work, try making a website where you can direct new businesses interested in having their pictures taken.

  • How to eliminate shadows in portrait photography?

    The secret behind many photographers' success is that photography is 50% editing. If you're working digitally, you can open up your pictures in editing software, such as Adobe Photoshop, and use its digital tools to manipulate shadows and highlights. If you prefer to work analog, the best way to mitigate shadows is proper lighting.

  • What are the four categories of portrait photography?

    The four categories of portrait photography are constructionist, candid, environmental, and creative.

    1. Constructionist photographs involve working with a photographer who will sit you in different poses and lighting to create the perfect shot from the ground up.
    2. Candid photos are taken with minimal setup, trying to capture their subject in the moment.
    3. Environmental photos try to capture subjects in their natural environment.
    4. Creative photography uses a variety of experimental techniques and elements to create an original image.