intimate, timeless portraits

that honor loved ONES

  • Black and white portrait of an elderly man with glasses, white hair, and a beard, sitting on a chair. He is wearing a light-colored shirt with rolled-up sleeves and a vest. The man is resting his chin on his hand, looking contemplative against a dark, textured background.
  • A smiling elderly man with white hair and a beard, resting his face on his hand.
  • A black and white side profile of a woman with her hair styled in an elegant updo, wearing earrings, a patterned top, and a bracelet, with a serious or contemplative expression.
  • Close-up black and white photograph of a smiling young boy with wavy hair resting his chin on his crossed arms, wearing a checkered shirt and a watch.
  • Black and white photo of a smiling woman with her hand resting on her chin, leaning on a man's shoulder as they laugh and look at each other closely.
  • A man holding a newborn baby, looking at each other affectionately, in black and white.
  • A smiling man with a beard and mustache, wearing a dark shirt, holding his hand close to his chin, with a blurred background.
  • Black and white photo of a young girl with wild, messy hair styled in two pigtails, sitting on a chair, wearing a sleeveless top and patterned leggings.
  • A smiling woman with braided hair holding sunglasses in her hand, in black and white, indoors.
  • A man with short hair, smiling with his eyes closed, resting his forehead on his hand, showing a tattooed arm
  • Black and white portrait of a smiling woman with long hair, resting her chin on her hand, looking at the camera.
  • A smiling young boy with short hair, sitting cross-legged, wearing a long-sleeve shirt and pants.
  • Close-up black-and-white photograph of a middle-aged man's face with gray hair and beard, smiling softly, looking directly at the camera.
  • Black and white photo of a happy, multi-generational family group laughing and smiling together, including four adults and three children, closely gathered.

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Iconic portraits.

We believe images should tell the truth about who someone is. Our mission is to create intimate, timeless portraits that honor loved ones and compound in value with each year and each generation.

INTENTIONALly Printed

Each photo you have printed from us will be printed on the most sought-after photo paper in the world. You will have the opportunity to touch and see samples in the studio during your session. You are welcome to print your own once we deliver you the file, but nothing compares to our high-quality prints.

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WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYINg

  • Black and white portrait of a young boy laughing, wearing a light-colored button-up shirt with a small lion embroidery on the chest.

    "captured the souls of my boys"

    “Brittain and I are not happy campers in front of the camera, but after the first few shots it was easy to forget the agenda. I'm so happy to have both the silly and the happy, but I treasure the shots that captured the souls of my boys in their more thoughtful candid-feeling forms.” -Bethany

  • Black and white portrait of a smiling woman with long hair, resting her chin on her hand, wearing a ring and earrings.

    "Our photos from our session with Peter are pure gold"

    “Peter’s combination of simple intimate studio, that quirky red stool, and of course his own genius directing is pure magic. My son and husband are difficult to draw out and capture genuine “them” expressions in photos. Somehow Peter knew just what to say to get them to relax and be themselves. Our photos from our session with Peter are pure gold, and I know I will be giving them a special place on our wall for years to come.” -Hannah

  • A smiling man with short hair and light eyes, wearing a dark buttoned shirt, in black and white.

    "blown away by the results”

    “Peter has a way of capturing the true essence of a person. I avoid the camera like the plague because all the photos I have of myself look awkward and forced. Peter was amazing at directing me and helping me feel confident and I was blown away by the results.” -John

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A smiling young girl with curly hair, wearing a long-sleeve top and jeans, laughing and holding her hair.
A woman is smiling with her eyes closed as a young girl, with curly hair, kisses her cheek. The image is in black and white.
Close-up of a man in a black shirt showing his left hand with a wedding ring, resting on his knee in a black-and-white photo.
A smiling woman with short, tousled hair wearing a zip-up hoodie, in black and white portrait.
A smiling woman and a laughing baby, both in black and white. The woman is wearing glasses, and the baby has hands clasped together.
A man holding a young child on his lap, both facing left, with a dark background and focused expressions.
Close-up black-and-white photograph of a smiling middle-aged man with a beard and light-colored hair.
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Person holding a framed black-and-white portrait of an older man with a beard, smiling and resting his chin on his hand, indoors with plants in the background.
Person holding a large black-and-white portrait of an older man with a beard and light-colored hair, smiling slightly, indoors with plants and warm lighting in the background.
Black and white photo of a smiling man with glasses, wearing a casual t-shirt.
Black and white portrait of a young man with slicked-back hair, looking to the side, wearing a plaid shirt.
A smiling young girl with tousled hair, looking directly at the camera in black and white.
Black and white portrait of a man sitting on a stool, resting his face on one hand with a slight smile, wearing casual clothes including a checkered shirt, jeans, and sneakers.
Black and white portrait of a man with short hair and a mustache, wearing a plaid shirt, looking to the side against a dark background.
Close-up black and white photo of an elderly man with glasses, a beard, and smiling eyes.
A black and white profile portrait of an elderly man with a long white beard, wearing a checkered shirt and a dark vest, looking contemplatively to the left.
Black and white portrait of a man laughing with his mouth open, showing teeth, wearing a collared shirt, with a dark background.
A young girl with curly hair styled in two buns, smiling at the camera, wearing a dress with butterfly prints, sitting on a chair.
Black and white portrait of a middle-aged man with glasses, a short beard, wearing a white shirt, and a watch, sitting with his hands clasped near his face, smiling slightly.
Black and white portrait of a young boy with short hair, wearing a T-shirt, looking directly at the camera with a slight smile.
Black and white portrait of a man with a mustache and beard, wearing a checked shirt, a zip-up sweater, and a watch, sitting against a dark background.
Close-up black and white portrait of a young boy with a gentle smile, wearing a textured sweater, looking slightly upward.
Black-and-white portrait of a woman with glasses, earrings, and short curly hair, wearing a floral dress, smiling softly.
Black and white portrait of a man with glasses, short hair, and a beard, wearing a light-colored shirt with rolled-up sleeves, smiling, with his right hand on his head.
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WHAT TO EXPECT

After scheduling a date & time, you’ll come to our home in Gladstone, we’ll visit for a bit, and then turn on some of your favorite music while you take a seat in the red chair. Most sessions are close to an hour. If you have little kids, we usually schedule another time to either come back to the studio or do our photo review over Google Hangouts.

WHAT TO WEAR

These are not glamour shots and not formal head shots, so wear YOU. The most “you” thing you can think of. A spouse or loved one is usually the most helpful with this! We want to capture a time capsule of what you’re like right now. What you’re into, the style of glasses you’re wearing these days, what you wear on an average Tuesday. For best editing and printing, stay away from solid red, white, or black tops. If you’re unsure, bring a few options and we can decide here.

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peterezekiel@gmail.com

(360) 771-4693

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Black and white portrait of a man with a short haircut, a goatee, and a slight smile, wearing a plaid shirt, looking at the camera.
A black and white photo of a smiling man and woman sharing a hug, with the man on the left and the woman on the right, both showing happiness and affection.
A young boy wearing a baseball cap with an embroidered fish, a plaid shirt, and a dark jacket, smiling widely at the camera, holding an object in his hands, in a black-and-white photo.
A smiling woman with long hair and a lace top enjoying a close moment with a man who is smiling with eyes closed and leaning in toward her, in a black-and-white photo.
Close-up black-and-white portrait of a man with light skin, short dark hair, and light beard, wearing a dark button-up shirt.
Close-up black and white portrait of an elderly man with white hair and beard, smiling softly.
Black and white portrait of an elderly man in profile, with detailed facial features and textured shirt, in a dimly lit environment.
Close-up black and white photo of an elderly woman smiling with her hand covering her mouth, showing wrinkles and expressive eyes.
Black and white portrait of a man in profile with closed eyes and folded hands, wearing a dark shirt, against a blurred background.
Black and white portrait of an elderly woman smiling, with curly hair, wearing a patterned blouse.
A young girl with curly hair smiling and laughing, clapping her hands, wearing a dark long-sleeve shirt.
Black and white portrait of a man wearing glasses, a white lab coat, and a striped tie, smiling.
Black and white photo of a smiling man with tousled hair, leaning on a keyboard instrument with his arms crossed on top of it, wearing a striped shirt.
Black and white portrait of a cheerful man in a suit and bow tie, speaking into a vintage microphone.
A woman with curly hair smiling and playing an acoustic guitar, sitting against a dark background.
Black and white portrait of a smiling man wearing glasses, a wide-brimmed hat, and a dark shirt, sitting with his hands resting on his lap.
Black and white portrait of a smiling man with a beard, looking to the side, wearing a dark shirt.
Close-up black and white portrait of an older man with a beard, light-colored eyes, and short hair, looking directly at the camera.
Close-up of a smiling young girl with curly hair in black and white.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The number one rule is wear you. What do you look like on most days? Asking a loved one is very helpful. Textured things photograph amazing in black and white. Stay away from all red. If you’re unsure, bring a few different options and I am happy to help.

  • First of all, I’m thrilled you’re even considering this! I’m honored whenever I get to photograph someone in this intimate way, and do not take that trust lightly. We have spent the last 13 years doing portraits and weddings, working with people who don’t feel comfortable being photographed. My mission is always to make the process something that makes you feel respected and comfortable, not awkward and exposed.

  • Sure can!

  • Yes! Not everyone can make it to our home studio. Typically, anywhere within 20 miles of Gladstone we can travel to for an additional l$100. We will need at least a 8ft X 10ft cleared area where we can get it mostly dark in order to use our studio lights. Are you farther than 20 miles? Contact us for a custom quote.

  • We often do family smash sessions where we cram you all in if you're able to come at the same time, we also love doing couples together. However, these are primarily intended to spend most of our time trying to capture you or your loved one in an honest and beautiful portrait. If we do an on-location session, I can for sure make that happen.

  • Yes! These are very striking portraits and stand out when used as a professional head shot.

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Person holding a framed black-and-white portrait photo of a woman in profile.
A black and white photo of a young girl with curly hair laughing and smiling, with her hands raised near her head.
Close-up black-and-white photo of a person wearing a black t-shirt with their arms crossed, showing their left hand with a wedding ring resting on their knee.
A joyful woman with short blonde hair and a woman with curly hair sharing a hug, both smiling, in black and white.
Black and white photograph of a smiling woman with short hair, wearing a zip-up jacket.
A joyful baby and smiling woman, possibly a mother, sharing a moment of happiness. The baby has its hands clasped and appears to be laughing or shouting, and the woman is wearing glasses.
Black and white photo of a man with a beard holding a baby in his lap. Both are shown in profile, with the man looking to the right and the baby looking slightly upward. The background is blurred.
A close-up black-and-white photograph of a smiling middle-aged man with a beard and light hair.
A happy man with glasses smiling in a black-and-white photo.
Black and white photo of a young man in profile, wearing a plaid button-up shirt, with his gaze directed to the left.
Black and white photo of a young girl with a big smile, messy hair, and bright eyes, leaning over a textured surface.
A black-and-white portrait of a man sitting on a small stool, wearing a checkered shirt, jeans, and sneakers, with a contemplative expression and his hand resting on his cheek.
Black and white photo of a man with a mustache and short hair, wearing a plaid shirt, looking to the left with a serious expression.
A black and white close-up of an elderly man with glasses, a beard, and a mustache, looking directly at the camera.
Side profile of an elderly man with a full white beard and short hair, dressed in a checkered shirt and dark vest, in black and white.
A smiling man with short hair and a beard, wearing a hoodie, in black and white.
A young girl with a cheerful expression, short hair styled in two buns, wearing a dress with a butterfly pattern, sitting on a chair.
A black-and-white portrait of a middle-aged man with glasses, smiling slightly, wearing a light-colored shirt, with his hands clasped together near his face, and a watch on his left wrist.
Black and white portrait of a young boy with short hair, looking directly at the camera with a slight smile, wearing a dark T-shirt.
Black and white portrait of a man with dark hair, a beard, and mustache, wearing a zip-up sweater over a checkered shirt, sitting with his hands clasped and looking directly at the camera.
Black and white portrait of a young child with a gentle smile, wearing a textured sweater, looking slightly up and to the right.
Black and white portrait of a woman with short, wavy hair, glasses, and earrings, wearing a floral dress, smiling slightly, against a dark background.
Black and white portrait of a bald man with a beard, looking confidently at the camera, with one hand resting on his chin, wearing a ring on his finger.
Person holding a framed black-and-white portrait photo of an elderly man with a beard, smiling and resting his chin on his hand.