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Best Portrait Photographers in Denver, CO

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

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Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
Parker, CO 80138

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5.0 (30)
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5.0 (30)

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Located in Parker in the Denver metropolitan area, Ralston Photo specializes in modern wedding, headshot, and graduation portrait photography as well as engagement, family, and band photography. Customer praise photographer Max Ralston's natural, authentic style, comfortable and enjoyable process, and high level of professionalism, creativity, patience, and fun.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
1558 Fairfax St, Denver, CO 80220

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5.0 (110)
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4.9 (53)
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5.0 (13)

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Tim Gillies has been a lifestyle portrait photographer in Denver, CO since 2016. He specializes in portrait, family, wedding, event, commercial, and editorial photography. Tim Gillies has over a decade of experience and his work has been featured in publications such as 5280 Magazine, USA Today, Voyage Denver, 303 Magazine, and Rock and Ice Magazine. His clients have consistently stated he is down-to-earth, fun to work with, relaxed, and “makes you feel like a rockstar”.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
265 Dunhill St, Castle Rock, CO 80104

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4.9 (14)

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Castle Rock Headshots helps business professionals rock their personal branding with a headshot experience that is fun, collaborative and leaves you with the best headshot you’ve ever had. Through advanced expression coaching, we focus in on the expressions you want to communicate to your target market in your headshot. It’s a collaboration; we work together to get you the shot you need. Each session includes in-person or virtual consultation to discuss the details before taking the actual photographs. Lisa is a graduate of Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography with the highest honors and has been in the industry since 2009.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
5910 S University Blvd #C18-161, Greenwood Village, CO 80121

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4.9 (11)

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Christine June Photography is a Centennial-based portrait studio specializing in capturing the essence of women over 50. Christine collaborates with clients in luxury portrait photography sessions, showing their unique personalities and hidden superpowers. She guides individuals in selecting images and printing options to make each portrait a cherished masterpiece. Christine holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Photography and Art History and has more than 20 years of experience in the photography industry.

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Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
Denver, CO 80246

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5.0 (15)
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5.0 (5)

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Katie Andelman is a maternity photography studio in Denver. The natural light photographer looks to create magical moments via whimsical shoots for each individual client and offers sessions for pregnant moms, children, families, and high school seniors. Katie Andelman is also known for her fairy tale shoots as well as for educating other photographers in her style via workshops and one-on-one mentoring.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
Denver, CO 80211

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5.0 (5)
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5.0 (2)

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Sue Daniels Photography is a Denver-based studio offering maternity, newborn, family, and graduation portraits, corporate headshots, and live event photography as well as school showcases, audition photos, and performing arts company portraits. Daniels specializes in both the technical and artistic sides of photography as well as image retouching. She conducts shoots both in her studio and in client locations throughout the Boulder and Denver metro areas.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
Littleton, CO 80120

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5.0 (10)
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5.0 (9)

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Based in Littleton, Colorado, Van Buren Photography provides a range of professional photo services in the Denver area. Founder Katie Van Buren specializes in newborn, children, and family portraits, along with corporate headshots and events. She has more than two decades of experience in the industry and strives to help clients savor the special moments of their lives through beautiful, evocative photography and high-quality retouched digital imagery, albums, and prints.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
Denver, CO 80204

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5.0 (3)
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4.7 (1)

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Kellie Photo is a Denver-based portrait photography studio specializing in family portraits, newborn photos, engagement shoots, weddings, maternity photos, and headshots. Portrait sessions by photographer Kellie Coughlin cost $250 and include an hour-long session followed by a print and product consultation. New parents can opt for the special baby's first-year package, with three one-hour portrait sessions to be completed during the first year of a child's life.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
Denver, CO 80205

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Located in Denver, Michael Pierce Photography specializes in sports, commercial, active lifestyle, and creative portrait photography. Pierce previously served as the team photographer for Major League Baseball's Colorado Rockies. He strives to use his expertise and his background in marketing to make clients look good. Pierce offers creative problem solving for his clients in order to create unique and special images.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
Golden, CO 80402

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5.0 (9)

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Blake and Heather own and operate Lanz Photography and first entered the profession over eight years ago when they began to take pictures of the landscape around them. They enjoy helping their clients capture the joy and beauty between photo subjects and specialize in astrophotography projects out in the country. They also strive to ensure each customer receives unique photographs at the end of the session. The company is willing to travel for photoshoots and primarily assists people with portraits for high school senior pictures, weddings, concerts, families, and commercial needs. Lanz Photography serves residents of Golden and the nearby communities through high-quality portraiture. Interested individuals can check out the company’s diverse collection of portfolios to determine whether or not its quality and style work for their needs.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
2206 S Cherry St, Denver, CO 80222

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Dillon Film & Photo is a two-person photography team based in Denver. Run by Dillon Richardson and Eleonora, the company specializes in portrait photography. The photographers produce fine art imagery that aims to evoke a message and create art through photographs. The fine art portraits that they create are inspired by legends, fantasy series, or an era in time. Aside from this, the professionals also take weddings/engagement photos, lifestyle photos, senior portraits, and pet portraits. Dillon Film & Photo is available to travel internationally.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
Golden, CO 80401

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4.7 (59)
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4.0 (7)

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Randall Olsson Photography is a company that specializes in portrait imagery, taking headshots in its photography studio. It holds business portrait sessions for both individuals and groups, for use in professional materials. The studio also takes portraits of high school seniors, often on-location. Randall Olsson also conducts outdoor family portrait sessions. Digital copies and physical prints are offered at the studio. In addition to portraits, the company covers milestones like engagement sessions and weddings.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
3570 E 12th Ave #201, Denver, CO 80206

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4.8 (78)
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4.6 (71)
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4.5 (11)

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Denver Photo Pro offers professional headshot services for resumes and profile photos. It also offers custom portraits that allow clients to define their personal brands. Its photographer, Andrew, has two decades of experience. He helps clients feel confident during shoots and handles lighting, angles, and positioning. He also retouches the photos to diminish eye bags, brighten eyes, remove stray hairs and skin blemishes, and whiten teeth. Andrew has spent a decade photographing and touring with The Lumineers.

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Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
Englewood, CO 80110

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5.0 (8)

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Located in Englewood and serving clients throughout Denver, Adam Beach Photography provides creative, candid photography and videography designed to tell uniquely human stories. Their work has been featured in The Knot Magazine and received the Thumbtack Best Of award for both 2015 and 2016. The three experienced photographers at Adam Beach specialize in weddings, commercial photography, events, and portrait and lifestyle images.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
Denver, CO 80111

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5.0 (42)

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Based in Denver, Rachel D. Graham Photography has more than seven years of professional photography experience. She provides dance, entertainment, modeling, and corporate headshots with four convenient packages based on the scope of client services. Graham also specializes in engagement shoots, pet photography, live theater, and family portraits. Clients praise Graham's relaxed and fun attitude and eye for vibrant color.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
2230 Lake Avenue, Denver, CO 80241

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5.0 (19)

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Gina Lantz Photography is a professional portrait photographer in Denver that specializes in family photos, profile, and business headshots. Her passion for photography started in her childhood days and eventually turned into a profession, leading her to start her own studio. She offers both studio, indoor, and outdoor shoots based on her clients' preferences. For the clients' convenience, Gina Lantz Photography also offers professional hair and makeup services for the photoshoots.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
Littleton, CO 80120

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5.0 (2)

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Randy Parietti Photography has served the Denver area from his Littleton studio for more than 25 years. He specializes in portraits, sports photography, candid slice of life images, and glamour and swim modeling shoots. Parietti has vast experience working with national art directors, agencies, and commercial clients. Package prices vary depending on the scope of work.

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
Denver, CO 80209

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5.0 (28)
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5.0 (5)

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Mark Stevens Photography provides commercial photography, headshots, portraiture, pet photos, and auto photography throughout the Denver area. Stevens' work is featured on billboards all over the Rocky Mountain region. This studio has completed sessions for high-profile clients including Verizon, Cricket Wireless, Boston Market, Wachovia, and Volkswagen. He specializes in acting headshots for adults and children, real estate agent headshots, business and executive portraits, and advertising and commercial photography.

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Mandy Penn Photography

Best Portrait Photographers Serving Denver
4614 North Crimson Circle, Colorado Springs, CO 80917

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5.0 (77)

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Mandy Penn Photography is a private studio that serves individuals and families in Denver and the surrounding areas. The certified portrait photographer takes beautiful pictures of family members and newborns, capturing all the lovely moments, adorable smiles, precious giggles, and emotions to be remembered. Owner Mandy Penn helps newly weds, expectant mothers, and high school seniors record important milestones, reflecting the happy and unforgettable reactions. Ms. Penn is a member of Professional Photographers of America.

Compare our Top Portrait Photographers

NameExpertise RatingAddressPromotionsLearn more
Ralston Photo
Parker, CO 80138
Tim Gillies Photography
1558 Fairfax St, Denver, CO 80220
Castle Rock Headshots
265 Dunhill St, Castle Rock, CO 80104
Christine June Photography
5910 S University Blvd #C18-161, Greenwood Village, CO 80121
Katie Andelman
Denver, CO 80246
Sue Daniels Photography
Denver, CO 80211
Van Buren Photography
Littleton, CO 80120
Kellie Photo
Denver, CO 80204
Michael Pierce Photography
Denver, CO 80205
Lanz Photography
Golden, CO 80402
Dillon Film & Photo
2206 S Cherry St, Denver, CO 80222
Randall Olsson Photography
Golden, CO 80401
Denver Photo Pro
3570 E 12th Ave #201, Denver, CO 80206
Adam Beach Photography
Englewood, CO 80110
Rachel D. Graham Photography
Denver, CO 80111
Gina Lantz Photography
2230 Lake Avenue, Denver, CO 80241
Randy Parietti Photography
Littleton, CO 80120
Mark Stevens Photography
Denver, CO 80209
Mandy Penn Photography
4614 North Crimson Circle, Colorado Springs, CO 80917