CALDERÓN FOTO
PORTRAIT EXPERIENCE
COLUMBUS / ATLANTA GA
Every portrait begins with a story waiting to be seen, and designed to meet you where you are.
BEGIN FROM THAT QUIET YES
STEP ONE
CONNECTION & VISION
Every session begins with a simple, grounded conversation.
We talk about what brought you here, what you’re hoping for, and the tone you want your images to hold. Whether we connect by video or in person, this is where I listen so your session can be shaped with clarity and ease.
For some clients, this is brief and practical. For others, it becomes a deeper exploration of style, mood, or emotion.
Wherever you land, you’ll receive simple guidance on what to wear, how to prepare, and what to expect so you feel supported from the start.
STEP TWO
THE PORTRAIT EXPERIENCE
Your session is guided from the moment we begin.
You don’t need to know how to pose or what to do.
I read your energy, offer direction, and let the session unfold at a pace that feels natural.
Some experiences are focused and contained.
Some offer space to explore and discover.
Some move more slowly, inviting depth and collaboration.
Each session has its own rhythm, shaped by time, intention, and presence.
What remains consistent is the care and guidance
given throughout the experience.
And the attention given to creating images that feel honest and fully yours.
STEP THREE
VIEWING & SELECTION
After your session, your images are prepared with care and intention. How we review and select your photographs is shaped by the depth of the experience you choose.
For Classic, Signature, and Editorial sessions, you’ll be invited into a guided viewing where you’ll see a curated body of work and receive clear, thoughtful direction as you choose the images that feel most true to you. This process is unhurried and supportive, allowing space for reflection so each decision feels considered and aligned.
Digital collections form the foundation of these portrait experiences, with optional additions available for clients who wish to create something more tangible.
Some clients arrive knowing they want a fully planned portrait experience.
Others are looking for something simpler and more contained.
If you’re drawn to an easy, guided studio session, you’re welcome to begin with Portrait Refresh.
FULL EXPERIENCE PORTRAIT OPTIONS
DESIGNED TO MEET YOU WHERE YOU ARE AND SUPPORT THE EXPERIENCE YOU WANT MOST
Each portrait experience begins with a $450 retainer, fully applied toward your chosen session. This reserves your place on the studio calendar and includes a creative planning consultation with guided direction throughout. Portrait sessions range from $900 to $3600, not including tax. From there, we shape the experience in a way that feels right for you.
CLASSIC
SESSION
One hour studio session
$900
A focused studio portrait experience created with care and presence.
This session is guided from beginning to end, allowing time to arrive, settle, and create images that feel intentional and resolved.
The Classic session offers depth without excess and is shaped to feel complete in itself.
SIGNATURE SESSION
Two hour studio session
$1500
A portrait experience with space to explore expression, movement, and variation.
This session allows time to move beyond the first layer and discover what emerges as you settle in.
The Signature session sits between simplicity and immersion, allowing for discovery while staying grounded and intentional.
EDITORIAL SESSION
Three hour immersive session
$2400
A fully immersive portrait experience guided by presence, intuition and creative flow. This session is intentionally unhurried, allowing time to explore multiple moods, layers, and ways of being seen.
Editorial sessions invite a deeper level of collaboration, offering time for layered expression and a fuller body of work to unfold.
A SIMPLPE AND SUPPORTIVE PROCESS FROM THE BEGINNING
HOW TO RESERVE YOUR SESSION
When you are ready, begin by completing the booking request form. It helps me understand what you’re envisioning and ensures that your session is designed with care from the start. Afterwards, you will receive an email to secure your session with the retainer. Once your retainer is paid, I will reach out personally with a welcome message and the next steps, and you'll be invited to schedule our creative planning session. This conversation is where I learn more about you and what you need from your session. We talk through your ideas, the feeling you want your images to hold, and the details that support your vision. Together we choose a date that works, and you’ll know exactly what to expect long before we begin.
FAQ
YOU CAN FIND ANSWERS TO MOST QUESTIONS HERE
HOW FAR OUT SHOULD I BOOK MY SHOOT?
I recommend reaching out as early as you can, especially if you’re planning a Signature or Editorial session. Most clients book 4–6 weeks ahead, though Classic Sessions often have more flexibility. Let me know your preferred dates and I’ll do my best.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT TO INVEST?
Your investment depends on the session you choose and how you’d like to keep your images. Each booking begins with a $450 non-refundable session retainer, which is applied toward your chosen digital collection. Full pricing is outlined on this page, and we’ll review any additional options during your creative planning call.
CAN YOU HELP ME WITH WHAT TO WEAR?
Yes. Every session includes simple, supportive wardrobe guidance. We’ll talk about colors, textures, and pieces that reflect how you want to be seen. Whether the look is professional, minimal, expressive, or soft. The goal is to remove stress and help you feel comfortable, grounded, and confident.
CAN MY SESSION TAKE PLACE AT MY LOCATION?
Yes, when it supports the style or story you want to create. Signature Sessions can be photographed in your home or office for an additional location fee, and Editorial Sessions can move between studio and nature or a meaningful space. Travel and location details are discussed during your planning call so you’ll know exactly what to expect.
WHEN CAN I BOOK MY SESSION?
Portrait sessions are scheduled by appointment, Monday through Friday. We’ll confirm your session date and time during your planning conversation.
DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT PLANS?
Yes. You’re welcome to pay in full or use a pre-session payment plan. All balances are due before your session date.
DO I NEED PROFESSIONAL HAIR AND MAKEUP?
You’re welcome to do whatever makes you feel most yourself. That can be natural, polished, or somewhere in between. You can do your own styling or hire a professional. We’ll talk about what feels right for you during your planning session.
CAN YOU PHOTOGRAPH MY SESSION OUTDOORS OR IN A RENTED SPACE?
Absolutely. Your session can take place wherever your story feels most true. That might be your home, a meaningful location, a rented studio, or a space in nature. Travel or location fees may apply depending on where we go. Everything will be discussed beforehand.
YOUR PORTRAIT STORY BEGINS HERE
Whether you’re marking a milestone, entering a new season, or simply ready to see yourself with clarity and care, your portraits will become a reminder of that truth. My role is to guide you, support you, and create images that feel honest and deeply you. If you feel ready, complete the booking form. I’ll reach out personally to help you take the next step.
If you feel a quiet yes in your chest trust it. I’ll meet you there.