Updated October 13, 2026
You need a solo portrait of yourself because one day it will be the photo your family treasures, and because you are worthy of beautiful portraits of you, right now. As a Paris photographer, I photographed this solo session in Paris: a few classic headshots for a new job, then portraits that are simply about her.
What You’ll Find in This Blog:
Headshots Are for Your Career. Portraits Are for Your Life.
Having professional headshots are so important for your career, but having beautiful portraits of yourself is important in your LIFE. Have you ever looked through your grandparents photos and stumbled upon a classic portrait of them and your heart just seemed to start jumping rope? Ya. Me too.
You are so so worthy of having beautiful portraits of YOU.
A Solo Photoshoot in Paris: Headshots and Portraits in One Session
We started this session with a few more classic headshots that she could use for her new job.. and then finished it out with just beautiful portraits that speak of her, right now.
Beautiful, right?
4 Reasons to Book a Solo Portrait
- For your family. Think of that classic portrait of your grandparents. Someone will feel that way about yours.
- For a milestone. A new job, a birthday, a first trip to Paris on your own.
- For your work. Start with headshots you can use, then keep going. Read why you should update your professional headshots often.
- For you. Portraits that speak of you, right now.
Traveling on your own? Read our tips for solo travel photography in Paris, see a fall solo photoshoot in the Luxembourg Gardens, and learn how to look and feel confident during a photoshoot.
What to Wear for a Solo Portrait
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She wore a white blouse with black trousers and a statement belt: simple, classic and completely her. For ideas, read our what to wear guide and shop my favorite pieces on ShopMy.
You are so so worthy of having beautiful portraits of YOU.
Our English-speaking team photographs solo travelers in Paris. Sessions start at €150, and you see your photos the same day in our Saint-Germain studio.
Or first see how a Paris photoshoot with us works.
Solo Photoshoot Questions
Professional headshots are important for your career, but beautiful portraits of yourself are important in your life. They become the photos your family treasures.
Yes. This session started with a few classic headshots for a new job and finished with portraits that are simply about her.
Yes. We show you how to pose and then let things unfold naturally. None of our clients are models.
Send us an inquiry with your dates. Sessions take place in the morning, just after sunrise, and session fees start at €150.
“I’ve never done a photoshoot and she walked me through the poses and really made me feel comfortable. And within a few hours you’re viewing your photos and picking which ones to keep.”
Amanda B.
5-star Google review
About the author
Katie Donnelly, Paris Photographer
Katie Donnelly is an American photographer who opened her Paris studio in 2013 and was voted Best Portrait Photographer in Paris in 2017. She and her English-speaking team photograph families, couples and solo travelers at sunrise, so visitors go home with relaxed, real portraits instead of rushed selfies. Meet Katie and the team.
Ready to Book Your Paris Photoshoot?
Your trip, your milestone, your portraits.
- When: Mornings, just after sunrise, when the city is quiet
- Who: Families, couples, engagements and proposals, and solo travelers, with an English-speaking team
- Your photos: Viewed the same day at our studio in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
- Session fee: From €150. Inquire for our full price list.
Tell us your dates and we will help you plan the rest.
Or first see how a Paris photoshoot with us works.
