CALGARY BEYOND THE HEADSHOT SESSIONS
Stand out from the masses. Invite engagement and start fresh conversations with images that convey professionalism, credibility and genuine connection. We help discerning individuals and businesses elevate their visual presence with impactful professional portraits
Are you looking for more than your average, predictable headshot? Think it might be worthwhile to convey some personality, character and maybe even a bit of flair? We take pride in our ability to forge true and trustworthy connections with our clients and translate who they are beyond just a static, technically competent photo. From eliciting genuine expressions to guiding you into flattering body positions, we are confidant your images will be more dynamic and impactful than what you may be used to. We are known for creating professional portraits that feel true and sometimes even leave people at a long pause. Reflect your purpose with power and style.
Walk away with expressive professional images and a highly personalized experience that is meaningful yet easy.
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
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Working with Cedna is giving a gift to yourself
Working with Cedna is giving a gift to yourself. I went to her for a headshot session and felt like an absolute rockstar during the shoot! She gives you cues to make your session effortless, she makes you feel so good in your body and you can tell she's seeing moments in her mind before they've come to life... and then she captures them.
I had hundreds of photos to choose from and struggled to narrow it down because she is THAT good. She has vision and expertise and I will only being using Cedna moving forward.
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The most amazing client experience
Cedna, thank you for the most amazing client experience. You have gone way beyond my expectations, the product created is beyond getting professional photos done.
I highly recommend Cedna, she is truly talented and captures the story her clients didn’t even know they wanted their photos to tell.Tanya Roach, SCMP - Strategic Sourcing
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I feel so empowered by how you portrayed me
Your passion, energy and creativity was such a joy to be around. I can’t wait for others to experience your work. I feel so empowered by how you portrayed me and it feels like a fresh new beginning for me.
Karen Uehara, Vice-President, Corporate & Corporate Secretary, Enbridge
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I love the experience Cedna led me through
Working with Cedna was a delight. She makes you feel comfortable and gorgeous. She helps, suggesting the poses, and keeps encouraging with kind words so you never feel awkward or stiff or stuck. Instead, you feel like you're a star, a model, a beauty. I loved the experience Cedna led me through so gracefully.
I highly recommend her as a talented, kind, generous, and professional photographer for any kind of pictures one might want. She is amazing!
Nuriya Khamzina, AI Data Trainer, Outlier -
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We achieved the most beautiful headshots for our daughter
I was referred to Chedna by a friend who had worked with her before. When I met with Cedna for my daughter's acting headshots I was pleasantly surprised by her beautiful and intimate studio.
She treated me and my daughter with so much care and attentiveness and we achieved the most beautiful headshots. Her response time to emails and any questions was immediate and always very professional.I highly recommend Cedna for any photography needs, from headshots to family or personal portraits and photos.
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Working with you was a dream
Cedna, working with you was a dream! Thank you for making me feel relaxed, comfortable, taken care of, and for bringing my authenticity through this unique form. You’re the best!
Kaleigh MacDonald, P.Eng, MBA - Shell
Are you looking for modern, consistent images of your team that align with your company culture but also humanize your business?
CHOOSE YOUR IMPACT
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BEYOND THE HEADSHOT $1050+GST
15 minute phone planning & design consultation
Studio session
up to 3 wardrobe and set changes
diverse range of poses, body crops and lighting
5 high resolution digital images
Professional image retouching
30 min image selection (immediately after the session)
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Company, Team, Conference and Location Headshots
Business Headshot Packages vary depending on your needs, team size, location and scope of work.
Inquire for a custom quote 403.829.4716 / info@cednaportraitstories.com
FAQs
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The amount of time dedicated to preparation and planning, duration and styling of your session and the intended use of final images is what differs these two services. A corporate headshot is usually one or a few photos of your face that may or may not reveal many specifics about you or your line of work. A headshot session is approximately 45 minutes in duration and includes 2 backdrop changes and up to 3 wardrobe changes.
Personal branding sessions last 2-3 hours on average and are a full customized service with a brand strategy session, professional hair and makeup, styling appointment, multiple wardrobe changes and a photo reveal session. It can be in studio or on location. The aim is to tell the story of your brand, show your process potentially, communicate greater context about your business, who you are and why you do what you do. It takes into considerations elements such as your brand colors, logo, locations, styling and props, target audience, values, inspirations etc.
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A few times a year we hold a headshot mini marathon day. Because these sessions are held only a few times a year on pre-set dates with set times for each client, they are designed to be quick, efficient however are also much less personal than what we are known for. They offer an opportunity to get a few portraits with efficient turnaround times, however don’t provide as much diversity and personalized service. It’s a much more condensed version of our signature “beyond the headshot” sessions.
Express sessions include a detailed getting ready guide however do not include a pre session consultation and do not include time for guided portrait selection after the session.
To be informed of when our express sessions are held, subscribe to our mailing list to be notified ahead of time or contact us at 403.829.4716. -
If you require headshots for more than 5 people we do travel and can come to your offices. Please inquire directly for a custom quote about our team offerings. For a quick and thorough response please include the following information:
- Number of people to be photographed
- Location
- How many images you require per individual
- Timelines or required date of completion