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What does a photography session look like?

Phase 1:
COnsultation
Phase 2:
Planning
Phase 3:
MAKEUP

Our photo sessions begin with an initial complimentary phone consultation to learn more about exactly what photography services you're in need of. 

We dive deep into the planning phase for your afternoon in our studio. We discuss the type of shoot that will need to take place along with desired wardrobe, location, overall theme - and even props!

On the day of your in-studio shoot, you can relax while you get your hair and makeup done by our in-house stylist. We will organize your wardrobe and while you are being pampered I will create the most amazing mood board and map out your shoot.

Phase 4:
Photo time
Phase 5:
REVEAL

Once styled to perfection, the magic begins. Elisa prides herself on helping all of her clients feel as comfortable and natural in front of the camera as possible... giving you the photoshoot you've always dreamt of, but didn't know you could have.

Once the photos have been retouched comes the big reveal! Your photo reveal session allows you to view your beautiful retouched digital files in person so that you can purchase your digital collections, album & wall art to enjoy your portraits for years to come. 

Hi there, I'm Elisa Cicinelli

I am portrait photographer in the San Francisco Bay Area. I specialize in Personal Branding & Boudoir Photography with Headshots as well. I have been mentored by Sue Bryce and interned with Platon Photo in New York City and Frank Ockenfel III in Los Angeles. I love sharing what I do and look forward to meeting you at my loft in downtown San Francisco. 

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Elisa Cicinelli is a Northern California photographer specializing in portraits of all genres. As a San Francisco photographer our genres include personal branding photography, content creation, social media content, headshots, actor headshots, corporate headshots, family portraits, mother daughter portraits, fitness photography, beauty, boudoir, lifestyle photography located in San Francisco but is continually serving happy clients all over California and the United States. Elisa's studio is located in the heart of San Francisco but she often travels to Los Angeles, Napa Valley, Carmel Valley, Monterey, Santa Barbara, Palo Alto, East Bay, Silicon Valley, Peninsula and the Greater Bay Area for varying creative photography projects. Elisa Cicinelli, a San Francisco Portrait Photographer, aims to capture the subject's inner beauty through refreshing their image and making them as comfortable as possible. If you are located in San Francisco or other areas of California, don't hesitate to reach out to book your complimentary consultation with Elisa.

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