Studio vs. Outdoor Sessions: What’s Right for You?
When you’re planning a portrait session, one of the first questions is where to shoot. Some people know instantly, others feel torn between the timeless polish of the studio and the open-air energy of an outdoor shoot.
Studio Portraits
Outdoor Portraits
Privacy & Comfort
No strangers walking by, no wind in your hair (unless we create it on purpose), and no distractions. Just you and my wonderful team of hype women, the perfect environment for relaxing into the experience.
Editorial & Fashion-Inspired Style
If you love the clean, high-end look of magazine portraits, the studio is where that magic happens. We can create anything from soft, romantic lighting to bold, dramatic shadows.
Consistent, Controlled Lighting
In a studio, I control every element — from the light direction to its softness and mood. This means your portraits can look exactly how we imagine, no matter what the weather’s doing outside.
Movement & Energy
Outdoors can feel more dynamic - walking, twirling, wind in your hair. It’s perfect if you love the idea of a more spontaneous, lifestyle feel to your portraits.
Variety in Backdrops
From urban streets to wild fields, every location has its own energy. Nature brings softness, while cityscapes add a modern edge.
Natural, Ever-Changing Light
Outdoor sessions give us golden sunsets, soft overcast light, and those airy, sunlit moments that feel organic and unposed.
So how do you choose?
You don't have to! Many of our wonderful clients decide to book a combined session, starting in the studio and moving outdoors for a completely different energy. Where ever we shoot, my job is to make you feel confident, guided and completely yourself, the backdrop is just a bonus.
