WHY PORTRAITS MATTER
Life is full of little moments passing quickly and vanishing before our eyes. Some of them are simple and mundane, like enjoying a family dinner after a long day at work, while others mark important transitions such as the achievement of a milestone, a homecoming, or the arrival of a new family member.
These events can be full of nostalgia because they remind us that what we experience as mundane today will slowly drift away and turn into something different, leaving behind a distant memory of what once was.
I experience this feeling when I look at photographs of my daughter and see the seeds of her personality blooming in every picture. Those aren’t just photographs to me, but precious keepsakes. Every one of them is like a chapter in a book, unique and irreplaceable.
Working in St. Louis, Missouri, as a Lifestyle Portrait Photograper taught me that a well-crafted portrait is like a bookmark that saves a place in the book of your life, allowing you to return to it whenever you wish to relive it.
The portraits we leave behind will be part of our legacies. In 100 years, people will look at them, and that is how they will remember us.
MAKING TIMELESS PORTRAITS TOGETHER
Whether you are looking for family pictures at your favorite park, a creative session for your brand, or professional headshots for your business, I will work with you to create portraits that will stand the test of time and that you feel proud of.
My approach to portrait photography is candid, relaxed, and heartwarming. I strive to make the entire process smooth and stress-free so you can relax, feel comfortable, and truly enjoy your photoshoot. We will work together throughout the creative process to ensure the final images reflect your vision and that you absolutely love the result.
The service
Sessions start at $299 (a 2.9% + $0.30 processing fee is added at checkout).
The price includes:
• Up to 2-hour photoshoot at a location of your choice in the Greater St. Louis Area. I know many indoor and outdoor spots that make great backdrops, and if you need help finding the perfect location for your session, I’m happy to provide suggestions.
• Digital proof gallery for selection – clients can download the proofs in full size and use them at their discretion. All images you select from this gallery will receive final retouching.
• Set of 6 fully retouched images – retouching includes removing distractions, pimples, blemishes, stray hairs, and unwanted objects for a polished, professional look. Additional images can be retouched for $35 each.
• Copyright release granting you permission to download, print, and share the images for personal or commercial purposes.
How it works
STEP 1: BOOK AN APPOINTMENT
Visit my booking page, choose a date and time that works for you, complete the booking questionnaire, and submit payment to secure your session. Once your appointment is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation email. I will review your responses and follow up within 24 hours to discuss and confirm the details of your session.
STEP 2: CAPTURE the images
On the day of your session, we will meet at the agreed-upon location to capture your images. Each session includes up to two hours of shooting time, allowing plenty of flexibility to explore different poses, backgrounds, and outfit changes, as well as to account for any unexpected moments. You are not required to use the full two hours if you don’t need it.
In my experience, this time frame ensures we never feel rushed and allows us to capture everything you’d like to see in your final gallery.
In my experience, this time frame ensures we never feel rushed and allows us to capture everything you’d like to see in your final gallery.
STEP 3: SELECT YOUR FAVORITES
After the shoot, you will receive a link via email to a private online gallery containing digital proofs for selection. These proofs undergo a basic editing process (color correction, exposure adjustments, and light cropping) and can be downloaded in high resolution directly from the gallery at no additional cost.
From this gallery, you may select up to six images to receive high-end retouching for a more refined, polished look (skin retouching, blemish removal, and detailed enhancements). Additional retouched images may be purchased on demand at a flat rate of $35 per image.
STEP 4: RECEIVE the portraits
Your final retouched images will be delivered within five business days via a secure email link to a separate private gallery.
Ready to celebrate yourself or your loved ones with a portrait session at a prime location in St. Louis?
© 2026 Erwin Arias Photography. All rights reserved.
© 2026 Erwin Arias Photography. All rights reserved.
© 2026 Erwin Arias Photography. All rights reserved.
Still have questions? Contact me.