It’s amazing how others can see A light in us that we can’t see in ourselves.
THE PORTRAIT EXPERIENCE
Confidence Building Photography in MD • DC • VA
"Think Katie's work is just for women? Think again. I'm a man (obviously), and my business tripled, too!"
Joshua
tripled his revenue
I'm baby farm-to-table sartorial helvetica, migas marfa paleo chambray normcore 8-bit bushwick roof party truffaut banjo actually. YOLO health goth jean shorts forage farm-to-table flannel.
Every woman
is worthy
of her own statement portrait!
Whether it’s for your 35th, 45th, 50th, 60th Birthday or beyond...
Your story is beyond ordinary.
And honestly, you don’t need a reason to celebrate you and the special people in your life.
We help you create the image to match.
It’s finally time to take up space.
You can't make more time but we help you mark this moment in time.
A memorable experience for a lifetime.
feel empowered
transform your confidence
celebrate your journey
Everyone deserves their Beyoncé moment!
Whether you’re healing from a bad breakup, change of life, or celebrating the fact that you made it through.
It is significant what you do.
It’s time you do something nice and commemorate the memories.
We get older and life goes on.
So know that you are deserving, you are valued.
Celebrate the milestones!
You got this! Your new chapter awaits!
This is not just about a pretty picture...
This is about your legacy and all those that came before you and all those that will follow you. Let it be a treat for yourself or a unique birthday, anniversary, or special occasion gift
The Portrait Experience
LET'S CHAT
A pre-session phone or zoom consultation to meet Shané. Let’s hear what you’re dreaming of and how you want to be photographed.
STYLE & PLANNING CALL
Let's plan how you want to be photographed, discuss your style/“looks” and plan your portrait experience.
FULLY GUIDED PROFESSIONAL PHOTOSHOOT
Your favorite music is playing, the energy is booming and the snacks are plenty. You take care of everyone else, let us take care of you! This will be a transformative, memorable portrait experience starting with professional makeup. Release the stress, we will make sure you are comfortable to showcase your personality and unleash your superpower. We will help you show up in front of the camera with authentic expressions and natural poses, complimentary for your body. From head to toe, you will be directed and guided on posing. In the end, you will feel a confidence boost and see yourself in a way you’ve never seen yourself before!
IMAGE SELECTION & IN-PERSON REVEAL
Days after your photo session, you’ll schedule a time to select your favorite images and have the option to purchase images, custom wall art and products that will last you a lifetime. After your selections, the finishing touches will be applied and your images will be uploaded to a private gallery. Your wall art or custom products will be printed, framed and ready for the big in-person reveal.
You’ll be amazed at how you’ll feel seeing yourself in a beautiful large print!
Apply your Image Collection credit to purchase an Image Collection, before or after you see your beautiful images.
A pre-session phone or zoom consultation to meet Shané. Let’s hear what you’re dreaming of and how you want to be photographed.
STYLE & PLANNING CALL
Let's plan how you want to be photographed, discuss your style/“looks” and plan your portrait experience.
FULLY GUIDED PROFESSIONAL PHOTOSHOOT
Your favorite music is playing, the energy is booming and the snacks are plenty. You take care of everyone else, let us take care of you! This will be a transformative, memorable portrait experience starting with professional makeup. Release the stress, we will make sure you are comfortable to showcase your personality and unleash your superpower. We will help you show up in front of the camera with authentic expressions and natural poses, complimentary for your body. From head to toe, you will be directed and guided on posing. In the end, you will feel a confidence boost and see yourself in a way you’ve never seen yourself before!
IMAGE SELECTION & IN-PERSON REVEAL
Days after your photo session, you’ll schedule a time to select your favorite images and have the option to purchase images, custom wall art and products that will last you a lifetime. After your selections, the finishing touches will be applied and your images will be uploaded to a private gallery. Your wall art or custom products will be printed, framed and ready for the big in-person reveal.
You’ll be amazed at how you’ll feel seeing yourself in a beautiful large print!
Apply your Image Collection credit to purchase an Image Collection, before or after you see your beautiful images.
YOUR PORTRAIT EXPERIENCE timeline...
INCLUDES THIS & MORE:
- Pre-Session Style & Planning Call
- Wardrobe Consultation and Style Guide
- Professional Makeup to enhance you in a natural way
- Number of Wardrobe Changes
- Guided Posing & Direction
- Full Retouching
- Image Selection Appointment
- Custom Wall Art Design
- Undivided attention and cheerleader leading up to, during and after your session
- And more...
what Your PORTRAIT Experience INCLUDES
For detailed information regarding creative session deposit, what's included for you, pricing & collections, please inquire to be emailed our guide.
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IMAGE COLLECTIONS:
Never in a million years would you imagine pampering yourself and treating yourself to such an experience and that’s the exact reason why you should.
Is this you?
celebrate your Journey and celebrate your...
WORTH!
"Think Katie's work is just for women? Think again. I'm a man (obviously), and my business tripled, too!"
Joshua
tripled his revenue
I'm baby farm-to-table sartorial helvetica, migas marfa paleo chambray normcore 8-bit bushwick roof party truffaut banjo actually. YOLO health goth jean shorts forage farm-to-table flannel.
We help you take up space by offering transformational, reaffirming, confidence-boosting, makeover portrait experiences. In business and in life.
"Think Imiivo's work is just for women? Think again. I'm a man (obviously), and my business tripled, too!"
Joshua
tripled his revenue
Browse the Portfolio
During your session, we help guide, direct and even pose you so that you’re comfortable being present in front of the camera.
BROWSE MORE HERE
It's more than just an image.
The focus is YOU.
Celebrate where you are on your journey today. with timeless portraits that last forever.
No fluff with us.
My photoshoot with Imiivo Photo Studios surpassed my expectations. I am still in awe of the photos taken during my photoshoot. I find myself going back to the photos and wondering who is the woman in the pictures?
Then I remind myself that the woman in the pictures is me!
Shané was so professional and patient. Her pre-photoshoot welcome package and wardrobe consultation helped me to prepare and made me feel good about doing something for myself.
The final product simply wowed me and reinforced that there are "camera phone" pictures and then there are "professional" pictures. The finished product of the professional pictures was absolutely worth it, and I had fun during the session.
Shané has a way of coaching you through and making you feel at ease. I look forward to booking future sessions.
CREATE CUSTOM PHOTOGRAPHY WALL ART DECOR
Why print your artwork? Our focus is in providing you with printed framed artwork and heirlooms for generations to come, for you and your business. Tap into the lost magic of printed photographic wall art and heirlooms.
It's time to stop keeping photos only on your phone or on a digital cloud somewhere.
We do the printing for you
It’s custom wall art featuring you!
Not sure what to wear?
We have a wardrobe closet just for you...
"Think Katie's work is just for women? Think again. I'm a man (obviously), and my business tripled, too!"
Joshua
tripled his revenue
I'm baby farm-to-table sartorial helvetica, migas marfa paleo chambray normcore 8-bit bushwick roof party truffaut banjo actually. YOLO health goth jean shorts forage farm-to-table flannel.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “OMG! I’m no model, but this was one of the best photo sessions I’ve ever had! Shane made me feel comfortable & confident, and she gave me awesome direction! Shane is warm, fun, professional and skillful. I find her organizational skills to be top tier. She communicated flawlessly from the start of planning until it was time to review photos and beyond that. Her studio is welcoming and clean. I was nervous to be photographed , but I was quickly reassured that this was a great idea! If you’re looking for a professional, warm and skillful photographer, you’ve found her!! You won’t regret booking with Imiivo Photo Studios!”
Testimonial
~ Shané K. Gooding
About the photographer...
Hi, I’m Shané, a professional Portrait Photographer, Personal Brand Simplifier and proud mother of a young one who pretends to be Sonic the Hedgehog...as of late.
I create modern, confidence-building portrait experiences for the modern individual. And for solopreneurs, I help simplify their personal brand. I take a holistic approach to designing a personal brand package that lets you serve in your gift and amplify your value.
When working with me, clients enjoy a stress-free process and memorable experience that empowers them to unleash their best self.
Plus, I'm known to dance with you during your photo session. I can't have you dance alone.
Oh, and I’m a grown adult addicted to gummy bears (no judgement please).
As a self-described empath, laid back perfectionist, and introvert...
And I cannot wait to do the same for you!
My aim is to help women take up space, celebrate their worth and unleash their superpower through the power of a portrait.
LEARN MORE ABOUT MY WHY
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY...
"I'm SO SO appreciative of this experience!! You made my mom and me soooo comfortable. You really captured our energy in the photos. Your kind words and attention to detail mean so much. ❤️❤️❤️."
Shané is top tier in every way. Her eye behind the camera is a gifting and she pairs it so well with knack for details in her work. Whether for business or personal use you can't go wrong with choosing Imiivo. The photos are truly timeless you (or your brand). You would be grateful.
Shoots with Shané are always professional and she goes far and beyond to make people comfortable in front of the lense.
Let’s design a portrait experience for you.
Let it be a unique gift for you, your loved one or better yet, surprise someone special with prints from your photo session.
This experience is for the men too.
You Deserve To Be Seen!
Nerd Warning...
At the turn of the 20th century, it was a big deal to have your portrait taken, no matter who you were.
Portraits are more than just images or digital files on a computer.
They are history, memory, transformation, moments, celebration and a journey recorded for generations to come.
And on a personal level,
My mother was always the one behind the camera but rarely in front.
After she passed I longed to have portraits of her.
I yearned to be more connected.
It’s more than just an image.
FAQ'S
How far in advance should I book my session?
It is best to book your Imiivo Photo Session at least 3-4 weeks in advance.
This allows us time to prepare the fun details and for you to schedule your desired session date.
Sometimes we are booked 1month or more in advance as our calendars fill up quickly.
How long is the session?
The session lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours plus 1 hour for your complimentary professional makeup session in the studio.
Do you provide gowns and wardrobe?
We have gowns, full skirts and robes in a variety of sizes for your use. For our higher tier Collections, we have even ordered gowns for a client’s specific expressed needs. If you are not a gown person and prefer sneakers, we got you covered. Just show up as you and we’ll take care of the rest.
Can you print and frame the images?
Absolutely! Not all your photos have to live on a digital cloud. In fact, it’s best if they do not.
And not all your photos have to be stored on your phone that you never get around to printing or doing anything with.
Think about where your DVD or VCR player is and how all the money you invested in that new technology is almost obsolete now.
When you print your images, you are not only displaying beautiful custom wall art in your home but you are also showcasing the moments and the loved ones you value. Our archival prints are meant to last at least 50 years.
Is this portrait experience for you?
Do you hold sessions on weekends?
Saturday’s are premium bookings and require a $4000 deposit which will go towards your purchase. We are closed on Sundays.
Ready to move forward?
Next Steps...
Our process is simple for the busy individuals.
I'm Ready
1) Chat 2) Schedule 3) Create
