Welcome! If you’re here, you have signed up for Artist Portraits with Jasmine Tafoya Photo or are considering it. This guide gives the logistical details and some must-know information. If you’re looking to dive a little further into preparing for your Artist Portraits, check back to read “10 Artist Portrait Tips” blog coming soon.

The Guiding Values: Presence over Perfection

My approach to photography is human-centered. I aim to create a space where you can come as you are, be yourself, & make space to be seen in an authentic way that is reflected back to you via your gallery. There is no right, or wrong, way to be in front of the camera. Just the unique expression of life that you bring to every moment. You are my source of inspiration.

During your session, I will use gentle prompts to guide you into poses. I encourage you to move within my prompts & make them your own. In the spirit of prioritizing consent, I like to remind clients that if any aspect does not feel true to you, please let me know & we’ll pivot.

I believe everyone is deserving of representative storytelling imagery where they are seen & celebrated authentically, for generations to come. I am working towards equitable representation in my own work at all times.

This biz is pro-LGBTQIA+, anti-racist, pro-Palestine, fat-liberating, anti-ableist & believes no human is illegal. I am committed to learning& unlearning. I work best with likeminded individuals.

Prep Before Your Session

KNOW THE DEETS– the who, what, & when of your session.

Artist Portraits are an accessible offering that relies on participants operating within the timeframe they selected— please arrive slightly early to your session to account for any transportation delays.

$$$ or TRADE???

Depending on the format of the Artist Portraits you have signed up for, there may be an option to trade or an option for a sliding scale payment. Information on payment and trade is in the email that likely linked you to this mini guide.

PREPARE YOUR PROPS & FIT

I request that ya wear what makes you feel like you, and prioritize comfortable, non-finnicky clothing. Identify your fav piece(s) and tools you’d like to show off to bring with ya.

Day Of & After Session

ARRIVE EARLY

Please do whatever you need to do to arrive 5~10 minutes before your scheduled time. This gives ample time to sign in, present trade/pay, & be present for the full 20 minutes of your session.

Photos will be taken inside Patina Gallery or the specified venue you booked for your pop-up slot. Due to the limited nature of these sessions, there will be no adjustments to the time slot you signed up for.

When you arrive, you’ll be greeted by my wife, Brit. They’ll ask you to sign a model release form & present your traded work or pay (Zelle / Venmo / cash).

DELIVERY OF PHOTOS

You will receive the full online gallery of your photos within two weeks from your session via email.

WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH YOUR PHOTOS? 

Whatever your heart desires! Use these photos for your social media, business cards, fliers, shows– whatever you need. I just ask that Jasmine Tafoya Photo or @jasminetafoyaphoto on Instagram is credited. If you’d like to print– you can print professionally through the gallery or download to print at any lab of your choosing.

LET’S DO THIS AGAIN!

If you’re interested in a full artist portrait session in your studio, immersed in your craft – it would be my honor to collaborate with you on this vision. Inquire via my contact form or email me directly.

If you’re looking to have any aspect of your life documented, I love trading & bartering, especially with fellow local artists. Check out my website to learn more about my services, values, and connect to collaborate.