The Origin of SHADES…

In the year 2020 - during the uncertainty of a worldwide pandemic - friends and family served as practice subjects and Shades Portrait Studio was born. A friend with an upcoming wedding swayed these passionate individuals from taking the studio from the private sphere to the public. The magic, the spark, and the energy were instantaneous. People loved what they saw and they kept coming back for more.

More is what they got. Through word of mouth, shades boasts a returning clientele where one friend booking means the others do too. We often run into our former brides and grooms. We feel this is a testament. A testament to our attention to detail, our aptitude for creativity, and our exceptional customer service - all of which leaves everyone wanting more. More pictures to post to that story and more portraits to add to that collection on the refrigerator.

We are a team of passionate individuals who care deeply about the picture you go home with. We know it’s not just a picture. It’s a moment in time. It’s a memory. It’s a capsule of love and style.

We chose the name “SHADES” because we all have our shades and all of our shades are beautiful. We hope to capture yours.