Hero Portraits.

Sports Portraits That Capture Confidence, Strength, and Identity

More than a photo — these sessions are designed to celebrate who athletes are, not just the sport they play.

Hero Portraits are bold, story-driven sports portraits created to highlight an athlete’s confidence, personality, and dedication.

Whether you’re a parent wanting to commemorate a season, a senior marking a milestone, or an athlete building confidence on and off the field, these sessions are designed to feel powerful, intentional, and personal — not rushed or generic.

Every detail is carefully guided, from posing to lighting, to create images that look strong, polished, and timeless.

Youth soccer athlete hero portrait photographed in a field setting
Youth soccer athlete hero portrait photographed through the netting in a soccer goal
Young girl wearing a white soccer jersey holding a pink soccer ball with a red smoke background.
Young soccer player in a white jersey posing on a field with lights in the background.
Young soccer goalie catching a ball in front of a red goal net, wearing gloves and sports uniform.
Young soccer player in white Alabama FC jersey holding a soccer ball, standing in front of a goal net.

Who Hero Portraits Are Designed For

  • “Youth, middle school, and high school athletes”

  • “Seniors wanting something more meaningful than standard portraits”

  • “Teams or organizations looking for standout individual images”

  • “Parents who want to preserve a moment in their athlete’s journey”

What Makes a Hero Portrait Different

Intentional lighting and posing that emphasizes strength and confidence

  • Guided direction so athletes don’t have to know how to pose

  • A relaxed, encouraging environment that brings out real expression

  • Images designed to feel cinematic, not staged

These sessions are not about stiff poses or forced smiles. They’re about creating images that athletes feel proud of — now and years from now.

What to Expect From Your Session

Hero Portrait sessions are designed to be efficient, comfortable, and confidence-building.

I guide each athlete through the entire process — from how to stand and move, to where to look — so they can relax and simply be themselves. Sessions are paced intentionally to allow time for variety, expression, and adjustment, without feeling overwhelming or rushed.

Pricing.

Each Hero Portrait session includes professional guidance, studio-quality lighting, and carefully retouched final images. Options are available for individual athletes, teams, and extended sessions depending on your needs.

Individual - Mini

  • The cost of this photo collection is $225.

  • This photo session typically lasts around 30 minutes.

  • This photo session includes five (5) high-resolution digital files and five (5) web optimized digital files from your gallery, in color and some in black and white, presented in a beautiful online gallery for viewing and sharing.

    Specific facility/scene access or rental must be established prior to photo session.

  • Inquire directly about a “Sibling Add-On” to this collection. This can be added if sibling is in the same sport.

    Additional prints, digitals, display art and specialty items may be purchased directly from your online gallery.

Individual

  • The cost of this photo collection is $350.

  • This photo session typically lasts 60 minutes.

  • This photo session includes all high-resolution digital files from your gallery, both in full and social media sizes, in color and some in black and white, presented in a beautiful online gallery for viewing and sharing.

    Specific facility/scene access or rental must be established prior to photo session.

  • Inquire directly about a “Sibling Add-On” to this collection. This can be added if sibling is in the same sport.

    Additional prints, display art and specialty items may be purchased directly from your online gallery.

Team

  • Team Pricing is based on the number of total participants.

    • 2-4 = $100/person = $200 - $400

    • 5-10 = $75/person = $375 - $750

    • 11-15 = $65/person = $715 - $975

  • This photo session typically lasts between 15 and 20 minutes per athlete.

  • This photo session includes up to five (5) full sized downloadable digital files per athlete. The images are presented in a beautiful online gallery for viewing and sharing. Each athlete receives their own individual gallery.

    Specific facility/scene access or rental must be established prior to photo session.

  • Additional prints, digitals, display art and specialty items may be purchased directly from your online gallery.

    Full team photos or composites are available upon request. Composites can be created for a one time $50 fee.

Hockey goalie wearing a helmet and red jersey
Two young boys in hockey uniforms holding hockey sticks, standing back to back against a dark background.
Ice hockey player in black and red uniform holding helmet and gloves under studio lights.
Two young children wearing ice hockey jerseys standing back-to-back against a black background.
Youth ice hockey goalie wearing helmet and gear holding stick and gloves on black background.
Young boy in black and red hockey jersey holding a hockey stick against a black background

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Ready To Set Up a Hero Portrait Session?

If you have questions or want to talk through the best option for your athlete or team, I’d be happy to help.

Send me a quick message and let’s plan a session that fits your vision.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes — Hero Portraits are customized for each athlete and sport.

  • Absolutely. Many parents enjoy being part of the experience.

  • Sessions may take place in studio or on location depending on the look we’re creating.

  • Session duration depends on the number of participants and be any from an hour to a full day project.