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Commission a portrait of yourself in the beauty of São Jorge Island with me as your professional photographer. For 25 years I documented people experiencing moments in time. I moved to São Jorge in 2024 and look forward to sharing the raw experience and beauty of the landscape with you.
 

Together we will visit the best spots on the majestic fajãs for breathtaking portraits in nature. These images will serve as long lasting memories that evoke feeling and memory.

Together we will go to gorgeous locations and take thoughtful portraits to commemorate your island adventure. This is a private experience just for you or your group.

We will meet at a location on the island based on your mobility and the current weather conditions. Using my  photography expertise, we will make the most of the light depending on the time of day to create beautiful images together.

Come and experience a photographic session with me.

PORTRAIT PRICING - SÃO JORGE
 

Document your experience with commissioned portraits in the Azores. I work with subjects to create custom portraiture that tells stories and shares who you are in a real and beautiful way. 

Together we will visit gorgeous locations and take thoughtful portraits to commemorate your island adventure. This is a private experience just for you or your group.

We will meet at a location on São Jorge island based on your mobility and the current weather conditions. Using my  photography expertise, we will make the most of the light and take thoughtful portraits to commemorate your island adventure. Our time together will be spent having fun while creating original images that you can reflect on in the future and recall your time in paradise.

Come and experience a photographic session with me.

All options include a digital download of files in print and web ready resolution.

Pricing is for service on São Jorge island and includes licensing for personal use. Third party, advertising, and additional licensing available upon request. Additional charges apply for hair and makeup, styling, lighting, backdrops, and other necessary costs based on commission request. Travel to other islands is available for a travel fee based on actual cost of flight, ferry, lodging, transportation, etc.

Single Portrait
A simple session at the time and location of my choosing. One look, one pose, one retouched file delivered via digital download. Available for individuals or couples only. Additional people are 75
€ each. Additional files are available for purchase.
150€

Sunrise or Sunset Portraits
We will spend up to 3 hours together and create portraits of you in the beautiful landscape. You will receive an edited selection of images from your session based on what we decide to create together.
450
€

The Big Day Experience
I will spend up to 8 hours with you and document your journey on the island based on what you desire to experience while you are visiting. This may be swimming in natural pools, an epic hike, experiencing a cultural event, or following you on a guided tour. Includes a short drone video or arial photography (based on location and wind possibility).

1100€

ADDITIONAL CREATIVE SERVICES
 

I offer an assortment of creative services for visitors and locals, as well as remote consultations, coordination, and administrative services. I work with clients to achieve high quality results and deliverables within their budget.

With more than 25 years experience as an art professional, photography service provider, logistics and coordination specialist, non-profit organizer, administrative assistant, and more, I offer workflows and solutions to clients with creative service needs. Have something in mind you think I can help with on a short or long-term basis? Please reach out with an explaination of your project, timeline, and budget and we can go from there.  

I require a 50% non-refundable deposit to reserve the date which is deducted from your package total. The remaining balance is due 15 days before the day of the session or meeting. I also take payments in installments, if needed. I accept direct bank transfer, Venmo, and Zelle. Custom Packages built upon request.

All prices are valid within São Jorge Island. Additional charges for group transportation may apply. Travel charges and hotel fees may be required for locations outside of São Jorge Island.


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The Instagram Boyfriend
I will accompany you on whatever excursion you plan for up to 10 hours and take photos and videos of you with your phone - giving you all the content you desire immediately.

200€

Educational Workshops and Sessions
Want to learn how to use your camera? Off camera lighting systems? Editing and sequencing images for storytelling? One-on-one and group opportunities are available to suit your needs. All learning sessions include a one hour video call prior to your trip to prepare you for your experience, and another one hour follow-up video call to go over your images and answer any follow up questions. These sessions are priced at an hourly rate with discounts for multi-day and long-term learning opportunities.

150€ per hour

Real Estate and Hospitality Photography
Interior, exterior, and ariel still and video footage to showcase your property. Prices based on location and complexity. 

150€ and up

Art Handling and Installation
Layout and design, consultation, and installation services to create an optimal aesthetic experience.
25€ hour and up

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WEDDING PRICING
 

Documentary style coverage of your day in a laid back and non-intrusive way. I work with clients and planners to build a timeline that maximizes your enjoyment of the experience of everything you and your partner worked to plan, and make sure to schedule in those important wedding party and family photos as well.

Each event package includes professional photo editing to adjust color temperature, contrast, curves, brightness and to make photos look sharp and ensure high print quality. After your event, each image is professionally edited and posted in an online gallery for your friends and family to enjoy. All packages include: Online proofing / print ordering for guests, digital download of all color corrected files in high resolution and web sizes, and full printing rights through a vendor of your choice. Fine art print ordering available if desired.

I require a 50% non-refundable deposit to reserve the date which is deducted from your package total. The remaining balance is due 15 days before the day of the event. I also take payments in installments, if needed. I accept cash, checks, PayPal, PopMoney, Square $Cash, Venmo, and Zelle. Custom Packages built upon request.

All prices are valid within 25 miles of Chicago city center. Additional charges for a lighting assistant and/or parking may apply. Travel or mileage charges and hotel fees may be required for cities outside the Chicago area.


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The Small Event Package
Up to 3 hours of coverage.

850€

The Simple Package
Just Enough Coverage – Up to 5 hours coverage.

$1300

The Full Day Package
Full Coverage – Up to 10 hrs of coverage. 

$4500

The Traditional Wedding Package
Full Coverage – Up to 10 hrs of coverage with myself and a second photographer. Engagement Session for 1 hour.
$5800

The Deluxe Wedding Package
Deluxe Coverage – Up to 10 hours coverage by myself and a second photographer.
Up to 2 hours coverage at pre-wedding events and an engagement Session for 2 hours.
$6600