Julian Perez Photography
Portraits that actually look like you.

Portraiture

Individual sessions for creatives, professionals, and personal branding.

A good portrait isn't about a perfect pose — it's about looking like yourself on a really good day. I lean on guided direction and natural conversation to make the session feel like hanging out, not a performance.

Sessions work for personal branding, creative portfolios, anniversary gifts, artist headshots, dating-app refreshes, or just because you deserve a set of photos you actually love. Studio or outdoors, I'll help you plan wardrobe, location, and pacing before we shoot.

Pick the tier below that matches how much room you want to explore — every package includes a full print release.

Premium

A full creative session for brand, editorial, or portfolio work

$625
90 minutes
  • Unlimited outfit changes
  • Multiple locations
  • 60+ edited photos
  • Prints included
  • Wardrobe + location planning call
  • Online gallery with print release

Signature

Most popular

The standard portrait experience with room to explore

$425
60 minutes
  • 2 outfits
  • 1–2 locations
  • 40+ edited photos
  • 72-hour sneak peek
  • Online gallery with print release

Essentials

A clean, efficient session for one look and one location

$275
30 minutes
  • 1 outfit
  • 1 location
  • 20+ edited photos
  • Online gallery with print release

Add-ons

  • Extra 30 minutes of coverage
    $100
  • Additional outfit
    $50
  • Additional location (within 5 mi)
    $50
  • Rush gallery delivery (48 hours)
    $75
  • Print package (5 × 8×10)
    $85
  • Studio rental
    $100

Frequently asked

How much does a portrait session cost in Northern Virginia?
Portrait sessions start at $275 for a 30-minute Essentials session and go up to $625 for the 90-minute Premium, which includes unlimited outfit changes and multiple locations. Every package includes a full print release.
What kinds of portraits do you shoot?
A little bit of everything — personal branding, creative portfolios, artist headshots, dating app refreshes, anniversary gifts, or just a set of photos you actually love. Studio or outdoor, I'll help plan wardrobe and location before the session.
I'm not photogenic — will I feel awkward?
Most people say that, and most people are wrong. I use gentle posing direction and natural conversation to keep things relaxed — it should feel like hanging out, not performing. You'll look like yourself on a really good day.
Can I use the portraits for my business or personal brand?
Yes — every portrait package includes a full print release, so you can use the images on your website, LinkedIn, social media, or anywhere else you need them.
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