Portraits.

Choose outfits that reflect your personal style and the mood you want to capture in your portraits. Solid colors often work best, but feel free to bring options with textures or patterns that resonate with your aesthetic. Avoid overly bright colors or large logos that might distract from your face and expression.

Sessions typically last between 1 to 3 hours, depending on the package you select. This time allows us to explore different settings and capture a variety of poses and expressions, ensuring a diverse gallery of images.

My portrait sessions are designed to accommodate a variety of settings to best suit your preferences and the style of portrait you're looking for:

• Outdoor Sessions: Utilize the natural and urban landscapes of Chicago, providing dynamic backdrops that bring your portrait to life with the city's vibrant energy. Whether you're looking for the hustle of downtown or a quiet park, I can help you select the perfect location that adds depth to your story.

• Studio Sessions: For those seeking a more controlled environment, my studio is equipped to create professional and polished images. This setting is ideal for corporate headshots, professional profiles, or any session requiring precise lighting and backdrop.

• On-Location Sessions: I also offer sessions at a location of your choosing, whether it's your home, office, or another meaningful setting. This option is great for personalized portraits that reflect specific aspects of your life and work, providing a unique and personal touch to your photos.

Each setting offers its own unique advantages and can be chosen based on the narrative you wish to convey through your portraits.

Absolutely! Props, pets, or meaningful items that highlight your personality or the theme of the session are welcome. They often help to relax the session and add a unique touch to your portraits.

Weather can be unpredictable, but don’t worry—we can reschedule if the weather becomes a concern. Alternatively, we can use the rain to our advantage for some unique, moody shots if you’re up for an adventure!

The number of photos varies by package, but typically, you can expect to receive 10-30 professionally edited images. Each image is selected and edited to reflect the highest quality and narrative of your session.

You will receive your fully edited gallery within 1-2 weeks after your session. I pride myself on a meticulous editing process that enhances the beauty and impact of your portraits.

Definitely! Once you receive your photos, you are free to share them with friends and family on social media. I love when clients showcase their new art, and I only ask that you credit @carlosrivera.mx when posting online.

Yes, I offer high-quality printing and framing services to beautifully complement your portraits. We can discuss various options that suit your home or office décor needs.

Extra prints are available if you wish to add more memories from our session. Once you book your session and receive your final edited photos, I will send you a link where you can view and purchase additional prints. Here are the pricing details for extra prints:

• 8x10”: $35 each

• 8×12”: $35 each

• 11x14”: $50 each

• 12×18”: $60 each

• Larger sizes and custom formats are available upon request.

These prices are for high-quality prints that ensure the best representation of your portraits. The link provided will offer various sizes and framing options to best suit your display preferences.