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What inspires this New York portrait photographer?

Being a New York portrait photographer is such a joy. I love everything about my job – meeting new clients, developing long-term relationships with clients over time, all of the evolving trends in fashion and photography, the list goes on. No session is exactly the same as another and I really enjoy (and am inspired by) the opportunities that this gives me to be creative.

One of the first things I do when working with a new client is listen. I want to hear everything you have in mind for your session, so be prepared to tell me all about what you’ve envisioned for your images. Sketch it out, send me a link to your favorite Pinterest board, whatever you prefer – I’m ready.

Two of my main sources of inspiration are vintage looks and New York fashion week!

I love seeing iconic looks come to life with professional makeup styles from historic eras, intricate hairstyles, and wardrobes that pass the test of time. This is way more than a #TBT kind of social media only session. It’s embracing the past and stepping back into time even if just for a moment.

Fashion Week is on the exact opposite end of the inspiration spectrum. Everything is fresh and new. It pushes boundaries, introduces wild ideas, raises the bar on what fashion can be and where it can take you. The colors and textures boost my energy and revive my visions for what the future of fashion may look like.

Another element of my work that I’m very proud of, is that I continue educating myself in order to further develop my skills and stay on top of the latest photography trends.

I have fantastic mentors and am a member of expert education groups that continue to inspire me on a daily basis. Some of these photographers include Sue Bryce, Creative Live, Inc., Joe McNally, Peter Hurley, and Lindsey Adler.

Would you like to chat about the inspiration behind what you’ve envisioned for your next New York portrait session? I’d love to chat with you!

Here’s how you can reach me:

Diane
Chappell Studios Portraits
info@chappellstudiosportraits.com
New York Portrait Photographer
(518) 487-9399
Schodack Landing, NY 12156

The Transformation: Before & After Your Session at Chappell Studios Portraits

When you walk through the doors of Chappell Studio Portraits – Albany portrait photographer, I want you to take a deep breath and leave any stresses from your daily life behind. Enjoy being pampered while we celebrate all of the unique factors that make you incredible.

Throughout your session you’ll enjoy the full attention of my team in a relaxing, laughing, worry-free environment with no phone calls, text messages, or worries. Just sit back and enjoy having all of your needs met. Haven’t you spent enough time serving others?

You deserve to experience this type of wildly empowering experience!

With this goal in mind, the actual experience is a bit different for each of my clients. Before you arrive, we’ll discuss your goals are for the session, what you have envisioned for your images, and exactly what to expect before, during, and after your time at the studio.

>> Five Steps to Help You Prepare for Your Dream Shoot

One of the biggest steps of your transformation during the session is getting your hair and make-up done professionally by my incredibly talented team. While we know and LOVE the fact that true beauty is on the inside, we’ll do whatever we can to help make you shine on the outside as well.

When you step in front of the camera, my team will help you bring out your inner goddess with gentle posing suggestions while your favorite playlist rolls in the background. We’ll keep a close eye on your hair and make-up, assisting with any necessary touch-ups to make sure that you’re always camera ready.

>> What to Expect During Your Portrait Session

Here are a few recent reviews of what clients are saying about their portrait sessions at Chappell Studio Portraits, along with a selection of before and after photos. These ladies are absolutely stunning and I adored working with each of them!

Before & After Photos

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Kind Words

“As a mom to 4 small kids, I rarely take time out to pamper myself. I’m certainly not a girly girl and as such I rarely think of myself as beautiful. Spending an afternoon with Diane Chappell doing these pictures had me walking out feeling like a super model!”

“Beautiful styling, fabulous makeup and hair, a wonderfully relaxed and private photography session left me looking and feeling FANTASTIC.”

“She has a wonderful eye for the smallest details, a calm and fun demeanor and she take AMAZING pictures. I didn’t know I could look like that! (My husband says he knew but loved that someone brought out the beauty for me to see it).”

“Thank you, Diane, for a wonderful experience. It was a great confidence boost and I love having the stunning pictures to treasure (and share!) for a lifetime.”

Are you ready to take some time out of your busy schedule to be pampered and celebrate your inner goddess? Let’s talk and schedule a time for your portrait session!

Here’s how you can reach me:

Diane Chappell
Chappell Studios Portraits
info@chappellstudiosportraits.com
New York Portrait Photographer
(518) 487-9399
Schodack Landing, NY 12156

Meet Diane Chappell, Your New York Portrait Photographer

Hello and thank you so much for visiting ChappellStudioPortraits.com. I’m thrilled to have you here and hope that you’ll stick around and explore my work. Back to the reason you clicked on this page…

I’m Diane Chappell.

I became a photographer because I like working with people in a creative environment and I like having an opportunity to capture a moment in time that will last a lifetime for that person and their loved ones.

A professional portrait photographer located in Central New York, just minutes from Albany. My clients are primarily from New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont but I’d love to work with you – no matter where you’re from.

I’ve been in business for more than five years and have a very diverse portfolio that covers portraits for men and women, professional business photos, senior portraits, actor headshots, model portfolios, maternity photos, boudoir, fashion photography, and more.

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While each of these are fun to work on, my favorite projects are those where I get to create engaging portraits for women, men, families, and actors/models. These sessions give me the opportunity to connect with each of my clients on an individual basis to help them feel at ease in front of the camera.

Fashion photography is another one of my favorite genre to shoot as it allows me to explore my creative side and try new techniques that I’ve learned over time. It’s so exciting to watch these projects come to life.

My work style is mostly in a team environment. Every photo shoot requires a team of creatives, some shoots only need a few people and other shoots need more people to make it happen. First I start planning by brainstorming with my creative team. I encourage open communication, and for everyone to stay passionate about their ideas.

Some are more comfortable than others while being photographed, but my basic approach is the same. I encourage you to be yourself. Allow me to capture the essence of what makes you unique, in your own and perfect way. If you have a vision for your session, share it with me so that we can work together to make it a reality.

I want each of my clients to know that I work diligently behind the camera during each session to make sure that we get the best photos possible straight-out-of-camera. I’m paying close attention to every tiny detail and will make gentle recommendations on posing, etc. to make sure we got the shots possible.

I believe in this quote from Steve Jobs –

“Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you’ll know when you find it.”

If you have any questions about what sessions with me are like or how we might be able to work together, please feel free to reach out. I’d love to chat with you!

Here’s how you can reach me:

Diane Chappell
Chappell Studios Portraits
info@chappellstudiosportraits.com
New York Portrait Photographer
(518) 487-9399
Schodack Landing, NY 12156