Denver Model Headshots &

Editorial Portfolios | Elle Photo Studio

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Your headshots aren’t just about looking good — they’re about communicating presence, confidence, and story in a single frame.

Whether you’re building a modeling portfolio, updating your agency submissions, or refining your personal brand, I create editorial-style portraits that feel natural, dimensional, and unmistakably you.

Every session is collaborative and guided. You don’t need to know how to pose or perform — I’ll lead you through the entire process so your images feel relaxed, powerful, and authentic rather than stiff or overproduced.

This is less about “smiling for the camera” and more about creating images that actually work for your goals.

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Services

Editorial Headshots in Denver

I work with models, actors, and creatives in Denver who want headshots and portfolios that feel intentional rather than generic.

From agency-ready imagery to editorial personal branding, each session is guided, collaborative, and designed around presence, confidence, and story — not stiff posing or forced smiles.

If you’re ready for portraits that actually feel like you, you’re in the right place.

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the experience

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Each headshot or portfolio session includes:

  • Pre-session planning & creative direction

  • Wardrobe guidance and concept support

  • A guided studio session with intentional posing

  • Expression coaching and movement prompts

  • A proof gallery to select your favorites

  • Professional retouching on all purchased images

My style leans editorial, cinematic, and natural — images that feel alive, dimensional, and confident, not flat or overly retouched.

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two ways to book

I offer two simple ways to work together, depending on how much structure you prefer.

For simple updates, a limited Starter Portrait Session is available.

Starter Portrait Session — $495

Includes:

  • Short planning guidance

  • Studio session (~30 min)

  • 1–2 looks

  • Guided posing

  • 2 retouched digital images

  • If you fall in love with more than two images, you’re always welcome to continue into the full image collections after viewing your gallery.

Designed for simple updates and submissions.

For portfolio building and editorial storytelling, the full experience offers deeper creative direction and image design as outlined below:

Option One — Custom Session + Image Collections

Perfect if you want flexibility and control over how many images you purchase.

Editorial Headshot Session — $650

Includes:

  • Planning & concept guidance

  • Full Studio session

  • Wardrobe coaching

  • Fully guided posing

  • Proof gallery

Images are purchased separately.

Image Collections

The Essentials — $750
5 fully retouched digital images

The Portfolio — $1,150
10 fully retouched digital images

The Editorial — $1,650
15 fully retouched digital images

Includes web + print usage for personal branding, modeling, and agency submissions.

Typical investment: $1,400–$2,200

Option Two — All-Inclusive Portfolio Experience

Perfect if you want something simple and ready to go.

Model Portfolio Experience — $1,450

Includes:

  • Editorial planning & wardrobe guidance

  • Full Studio session

  • Guided posing and expression coaching

  • Proof gallery

  • 10 fully retouched digital images

Upgrade to 15 images for +$350.

This option combines the session and images into one clean, stress-free experience.

Signature editorial portfolio

For models and creatives who want something elevated, stylized, and fashion-forward.

The Editorial Muse — $1,950

Includes:

  • Creative concept design

  • Wardrobe & styling direction

  • Fully guided editorial session

  • Proof gallery

  • 15 fully retouched images

  • More dramatic lighting, movement, and storytelling setups

This is perfect for:

  • Agency submissions

  • Fashion portfolios

  • Brand storytelling

  • Artistic, cinematic looks

If you’re craving something more expressive than traditional headshots, this is where the magic happens.

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Many clients arrive camera-ready, while others love having a professional polish their look for the lens.

✨ Professional Makeup — $150
✨ Hair + Makeup — $250

Styled for natural, editorial, camera-ready finishes.

Beauty styling is optional so you can choose what fits your goals and comfort.

Optional beauty styling

how the process works

Inquiry & Planning

We talk about your goals — agency submissions, portfolio building, branding, or creative direction.

  1. Concept & Wardrobe Guidance
    I help you refine looks that photograph beautifully and support your purpose.

  2. Your Session
    You’re fully guided through posing, movement, and expression so nothing feels awkward or forced.

  3. Proof Gallery
    You select your favorite images from your private gallery.

  4. Retouching & Delivery
    Your chosen images are professionally retouched and delivered ready for web and print use.

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Models building or refreshing portfolios

  • Actors needing agency-ready imagery

  • Creatives refining personal brands

  • Anyone who wants portraits that feel intentional instead of generic

If you want images that feel cinematic, confident, and quietly powerful — you’re in the right place.

who this is for

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FAQ

  • Absolutely. Many of my clients are building their first portfolio. You don’t need experience — I guide you through posing, expression, and movement so you feel supported the entire time.

  • After booking, you’ll receive wardrobe guidance based on your goals. We’ll focus on clean, flattering, editorial looks that photograph beautifully and work for agency submissions or branding.

  • My retouching is natural and editorial. I refine skin, color, and light while keeping texture, shape, and character intact. You’ll still look like you — just elevated for camera.

  • Most headshot and portfolio sessions last about 60–90 minutes depending on the experience you choose and how many looks we design.

  • Yes. All purchased images include web and print usage for modeling, acting, branding, and personal promotion.

  • Professional hair and makeup are offered as an additional and optional service. Additional fees will apply.

  • Because headshots are a shorter experience, payment is typically handled at booking. If you’re combining creative concepts or larger portfolio builds, just ask and we can explore options.

  • Yes — studio and location options are available depending on your concept and the season.

  • Yes. Many clients fall in love with more images than expected. Additional images and collection upgrades are always available after viewing your proofs.

From Portfolio to Personal Art

Many clients begin with headshots or portfolio work and later return for something more personal.

Boudoir sessions at Elle Photo Studio are slower, deeper, and emotionally focused — designed to celebrate presence, confidence, and story beyond career imagery.

If your headshots feel like the professional side of you, boudoir becomes the artistic, intimate expression of the same person.

There’s no pressure — just an invitation to explore when the moment feels right.

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Let’s Work Together

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