You feel confident and engaging in real life. Your dating photos should say the same thing. A guided, intentional experience designed for thoughtful professionals ready to find a real connection.
In real life you are confident, engaging, and interesting. But on dating apps, that version of you doesn't always come across. It's not how you look. It's that most people are never shown how to translate their personality into photos that actually work online.
"Previous dates had commented that my photos didn't do me justice. I wondered — is that just a line? But I felt there was truth in it, and I wanted to be in the capable hands of an expert."
Dating Client
After you reach out, we start with a short call to talk through your goals, comfort level, and how you want to be perceived. No guessing, no one-size-fits-all approach.
I guide you through posing, expression, and movement so nothing feels forced or awkward. The focus is on natural, confident images that feel real and effortless.
Your final dating images arrive within 48 to 72 hours so you can update your profile while the momentum is fresh. You select your favorites before you leave.
A great dating profile is not built around one photo. It is a small set of images that show different sides of your personality. Together they tell a clear story about who you are.
A warm, approachable image that immediately gets someone to stop scrolling.
Shows how you naturally carry yourself. Confident, grounded, real.
Something that feels like you out enjoying life. Coffee, a drink, a walk through the city.
Travel, fitness, music, or something you genuinely enjoy. Shows personality beyond the headshot.
An image that reflects how you might show up for a great night out. Polished and magnetic.
Every step is intentional, dating-focused, and guided so you always know how you're coming across.
In a relaxed one-on-one consultation, we clarify how you want to come across and who you want to attract. Together we plan the session intentionally so you never feel like you're guessing what will work.
Professional hair and makeup is included for women to help you look polished, confident, and camera ready while still feeling like yourself. Natural, elevated, and beautifully photographed.
Your session is designed specifically for dating. I guide you through expression, posture, and presence so nothing feels stiff or forced. The goal is confidence, approachability, and genuine connection.
You review and select your images the same day, so you leave knowing exactly how you're showing up online. No guessing. No crowd-sourcing opinions. Final images delivered within 72 hours.
No pressure. No surprises.
$600
Session fee
Personal consultation
Thoughtful session preparation & outfit guidance
Professional hair & makeup for women
Fully guided dating-focused photo session
Same-day image review and selection
Dating photos can feel especially vulnerable because they are not just pictures. They are how you introduce yourself to someone new.
Many capable, confident people feel unsure about how they come across online, even when they feel grounded and engaging in real life. That disconnect is more common than you think. My role is not just to take photos. It is to help you feel comfortable being seen in them.
Schedule a CallWhat if I don't like how I look in photos?
It's completely normal to feel unsure going into a photo session. Many clients arrive with that concern and leave surprised by how much they like their images. During the session we review photos together and make adjustments in real time. More often than not, the challenge ends up being choosing favorites, not finding images you like.
Is this worth it if I already have decent photos?
Many clients come in with photos that are technically fine. The difference is not quality. It is how the images communicate personality and presence on dating apps. Small changes in expression, posture, and energy can completely change who responds to your profile.
What if I am new to dating or returning after a long break?
You are not alone. Many of my clients are stepping back into dating after a long relationship, divorce, or years focused on family or career. I guide you through the entire session so nothing feels awkward or forced. The goal is to capture natural, confident photos that feel like you.
Where does the session take place?
Most sessions take place in my downtown Naperville studio at Studio 25, 25 W. Jefferson Ave. It is a versatile, light-filled space that allows us to create a variety of looks in a calm, comfortable environment. On-location sessions are available by request.
How quickly will I receive my images?
You will receive your final professionally retouched images within 48 to 72 hours. Because dating momentum matters, you will select your images during the session so there is no waiting or second-guessing afterward.
Do I need to bring my own outfits?
Yes. You will bring your own outfits so your photos feel like you. Before your session you will receive a detailed style guide with specific guidance on what to wear, what to avoid, and how to prepare so you arrive feeling confident and ready.
"My role isn't just to take your photo. It's to help you feel comfortable being seen in it."
Emily Cummings
The next step is a brief consultation to make sure we are a good fit and to answer any remaining questions.
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