Men's photoshoot in Warsaw
No stiff poses, no plastic smiles. A relaxed men's photoshoot in Warsaw, run in English.
Men in front of the lens
Men's photoshoot packages and prices
When you want a quick refresh of your image.
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1 hour of guided shooting The session covers active shooting time plus short moves between locations.
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Up to 200 photos from the shoot In an hour-long shoot I take around 200 frames. I share a private online gallery with all the unedited shots within 24 hours.
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Outdoor or studio shoot You decide on the feel of the photos. We can work outdoors in the city or in the studio, matching the background to your image needs.
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10 retouched photos included Retouching means editing your chosen shots: skin correction, removing temporary blemishes and refining details. I'm happy to help you pick your best ten.
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2–3 outfit changes A quick change of jacket, hoodie or glasses really changes how a photo reads. We also switch backgrounds so the shots look like they were taken on different occasions.
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Finished photos in 5 days The clock starts once the final ten are chosen, whether you pick the photos yourself or we do it together.
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Express editing in 24h: +€45 / $55 Finished photos within 24 hours of choosing your frames, for an extra fee.
A full set of shots to build your image in business and online.
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2 hours of guided shooting The session covers active shooting time plus short transitions. More time means a relaxed pace on set and no rushing.
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Up to 400 photos from the shoot During the session I take around 400 varied frames. I share a private gallery with the unedited shots within 24 hours.
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Option to combine studio and outdoors We can shoot part of the session in the studio, which is great for a professional profile, and part outdoors in the city, which works better for social media.
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20 retouched photos included Skin correction, refined details and consistent colour. I'm happy to help you pick your best twenty frames.
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4–6 outfit changes Plenty of outfit rotation, from a relaxed hoodie to smart casual and a suit. Changing outfits and scenery shows different sides of you.
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Finished photos in 5 days The clock starts once the final twenty are chosen, whether you pick the photos yourself or we do it together.
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Express editing in 24h: +€45 / $55 Finished photos within 24 hours of choosing your frames, for an extra fee.
A complete set of shots for every platform, built to last.
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4 hours of guided shooting We can do the four hours in one go or split them into two blocks, for example the studio in the morning and outdoors in the evening.
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Up to 800 photos from the shoot An extensive set of material, around 800 frames. I share a private gallery with the unedited shots within 24 hours.
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Option to combine studio and outdoors You can start in the studio in Targówek and move outdoors, or the other way round. Different rooms and locations to choose from. I'll advise on the order, light and pace of the shoot so you get the most out of each location.
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40 retouched photos included I help you choose 40 shots that let you refresh your profile photos and company materials for a long time.
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Unlimited outfit changes Maximum variety, from a suit and smart casual to streetwear and sportswear. The shots look as if they were collected over six months.
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Finished photos in 5 days The clock starts once the final forty are chosen, whether you pick the photos yourself or we do it together.
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Express editing in 24h: +€45 / $55 Finished photos within 24 hours of choosing your frames, for an extra fee.
Why men need to be photographed differently
Most of the men I photograph last posed for a picture at school. They arrive with tense shoulders, hands that don't know where to go and a smile that looks borrowed.
The shoot ends with a set of shots for your professional profile, social media and company website. But this isn't a product shoot. I look at the face of the person in front of the lens, not at a checklist in a package.
In my experience, a men's portrait isn't about arranging a face. It's about disarming the resistance a man has towards himself before he sees the final shot. The rest is technique.
A good portrait doesn't make you look cooler than you are. It shows you the way you look in a good week, in good light, in a good mood. That's enough.
Who this shoot is for
Most of my clients are men between 25 and 45. Engineers, lawyers, developers, doctors, business owners. They have one thing in common: they want photos that finally look like them at their best.
The shoot works well in a few situations:
A profile photo, a speaker photo, a picture for the company website. Suit, shirt, blazer, neutral background.
Personal trainer, speaker, content creator. A consistent look for months ahead.
After a new job, after turning forty, after an important chapter in life. Good photos change how you think about yourself every day.
Team photos, board portraits, shots for proposals and press materials, all in one consistent style.
What I don't do
Some photographers do other things better. To be clear, and so you don't waste time on a consultation, here are a few things I say no to:
I don't smooth out wrinkles, remove scars or reshape noses. If you're after a filter-style edit, I'm not your photographer.
I don't ask you to smile on cue or stare at one spot. If a laugh comes naturally, great. If not, I take a serious portrait.
Male nude photography is a separate specialism. I recommend other photographers for it and don't take these jobs.
How I work
The foundation is available light, because it brings out features best and gives skin depth. When conditions call for it, I add continuous light or flash. The first lets me work quickly and react to expressions, the second sculpts the face precisely and gives the shots a bold character.
There's little technical fuss on set. No assistants moving gear around, no waiting. I focus on you: how you hold your shoulders, how you respond to direction, when your face does something interesting. That matters more than setting up another lamp.
The editing is natural. I even out skin tone, remove temporary blemishes and balance the light. I don't change your facial features. If you have lines around your eyes, you have them in the photo too. They give a face character that can't be added in editing.
Where we shoot
The studio is a spacious room with controlled light and several backdrops. It works well for classic portraits, professional profile photos and shots with a rawer, urban feel.
Outdoors gives you more variety in one day. I work all over Warsaw with no travel surcharge. In the Gold and Platinum packages we combine both locations.
What the day of the shoot looks like
- Pre-shoot consultation.We message or talk on the phone about your goal, style and location. I advise you on what to pack.
- Warm-up.The first ten minutes are a chat without the camera. Most people relax almost straight away.
- Posing with a simple system.I show you a pose and you copy it. I tell you where to look and how to set your shoulders.
- Outfit and location changes.Two to three outfits in a one-hour shoot, four to six in a two-hour one. Every outfit brings a different energy.
- Gallery and photo selection.The unedited shots go to a private gallery within 24 hours. You pick your favourites and I send the retouched photos within 5 days.
How to prepare
Get a haircut two to three days before the shoot, never on the day. That way your hair sits naturally. Tidy up your facial hair on the morning of the shoot.
Pack two to three outfits for a one-hour shoot, four to six for a two-hour one. What works best is an everyday outfit, a smart casual outfit and a sharper going-out option. Avoid big logos and clothes that hang loose or feel tight.
Bring your own props. Glasses, a watch, a coffee, a guitar, a book. Details that are genuinely part of you work better than anything else.
Gift voucher for a men's photoshoot
A voucher for a men's photoshoot in Warsaw is a popular gift for a birthday, a promotion or a stag party. I issue it as an e-voucher on the same day.
The recipient books the date themselves, it's valid for a year, and the package is chosen at booking.
What clients say
I signed up mainly to finally have something decent on my professional profile. The shoot was run in a very practical way, no forced banter and no photographer talk about lighting. He tells you what to do and keeps an eye on the details. I'd highly recommend it to anyone in my industry.
I was more stressed before the shoot than before a job interview. After fifteen minutes it was completely gone. He showed me the poses, explained the tweaks to my hands and shoulders, and I just followed directions. I got the unedited shots within a day and the retouched ones in less than a week.
I had the photos taken mainly for my professional profile and my clinic's social media. He understood right away that I didn't want anything plastic or fake smiles for the camera. The shots look like me at my best, not like someone else in my shirt. Clients started commenting on my profile within a few days.
Frequently asked questions
No. I show you every pose and explain what to adjust. Most of my clients are in front of a camera for the first time in their lives.
We check the forecast the day before. If it rains, we move the shoot to the studio at no extra cost or reschedule.
Yes, you choose them in a private online gallery. If you'd like a second opinion, I'll suggest what works on a particular platform.
Yes, I issue company invoices at no extra cost.
Usually from a few days to two weeks, depending on the season. Send me a rough date and I'll give you the nearest available slots.
Book your date
Tell me in two sentences what you need the photos for and when you're thinking of booking. I reply within a few hours and confirm availability before you pay anything.