private sittings

Ever since "this is who I am" was published, I have been approached by a number of women about private sittings. People want portraits for many reasons. To document pregnancy, for example. To celebrate milestones such as a 40th, or 60th birthday. Or just to explore what it feels like to be seen as beautiful by another person.

As I see it, a portrait is never just “clicking the shutter”. It is an exploration of the body and the inner self as well as how we see ourselves.
Below is an explanation of how I approach figure studies.

How we begin. We talk on the phone to learn about what you have in mind. You fill out a questionnaire that helps me understand how you see yourself. This step is optional and your responses are kept private.

The photography and editing. You will be given a beautiful silk robe to wear as I begin adjusting the lighting in the studio. As you are comfortable, we work on photographs of you more or less exposed, as you wish. As we progress, I show you a few of the digital photographs. After 80-100 shots, I download the images onto the computer so you can

view and help edit them. If you like them, we move on to make a narrow edit. If you feel that you want something more, we go back to the studio.

The final print. The fee includes the two-hour photography session, the editing with you, a proof sheet of up to 24 images and one final print 11x14 or smaller on beautiful fine art paper, signed by me. The image you select for the final print can be either in color or sepia-tone (which I prefer). My assistant and I spend a good deal of time in my office working on Photoshop to make sure the image looks as beautiful as possible. Approximately 30 minutes of Photoshop time is included with the session. If you want to order additional prints, they are available. We do not throw away images!

Options for additional prints. In pricing for additional prints, we try to keep the price of prints affordable so you can order as many as you like. As far as payment, I can take credit cards (MC, Visa) and/or work out a payment plan for you. If you are interested, please call us for an estimate.

If you’re interested in scheduling a private sitting, please call me at 206.633.3775 or email rosanne@rosanneolson.com