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See was great and easy to deal with, and did as promised. A lot of fun! And the head shots were just as required. Highly recommended.
Hi-resolution portrait
$100
Joesphonia was excellent. Fantastic communication before and during the task. We were extremely happy with the sketch portrait, it was exactly how we imagined it. I highly recommend Josefina to anyone looking for an exceptional sketch portrait.
Require portrait sketch artist to copy a photo
$200
I highly recommend Jordan, so to be honest I score him 10 out of 10. I found him spot on re arrival and commencement time : and during the task courteous and efficient, able and even skillfull both mentally [important] and manually.
Assemble logo mosaic photobrick 76.8x51.2 portrait
$80
Easy to work with and good communicator, Nipuna was unfazed by weather problems in our outdoor shoot. Our portraits turned out beautifully. Thanks!
Professional portraits posed outdoors on Monday
$150
A great photographer that goes above and beyond. I will get him to do more.
Portrait photographer needed
$80
What a wonderful find! Couldn’t believe our luck to have a caring and professional person take our 10yr wedding anniversary pics. Recreated some beautiful memories and included our 4 children, without a fuss. Nothing was too hard. A gentleman and a professional! Couldn’t fault him or the result. Perfect photos exactly what we asked for and more! Thanks again Evan!
Family portraits - CBD - 2hrs
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Why hire portrait photography services through Airtasker?
Getting a great portrait is not an easy art to master, but finding someone to do it shouldn’t be an uphill battle. Thanks to Airtasker, you can easily hire a local professional photographer armed with experience and skills to produce engaging shots. Not only do we have Taskers ready to bring the right gear and take quality photographs—our platform can also help you book professionals who can do editing, retouching, and printing.
Portrait photographers make it a point to connect with their subjects and get their most natural and confident poses. With the right lighting, angles, exposure, and post-processing, trust that they can capture your distinct facial expressions and genuine emotions, plus deliver a story out of them.
Whether you want ’90s-themed birthday snapshots or a traditional couple photoshoot somewhere scenic, leave the job to us to produce fantastic portraits.
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Getting a professional photographer with the help of Airtasker can save you from the time-consuming process of putting up a DIY session or contacting different studios and companies—which includes aligning with their schedule and rates, too. Need a specific visual direction? Working with a limited budget? With photographers’ credentials and portfolio already laid out, our platform makes it easier for you to find not only someone who can deliver quality service, but also one who can match your needs.
The cost of availing a portrait photographer service in Australia is usually influenced by the shoot location, duration, and the professional’s level of experience. For portraits, the range can start from $40 to $300.
Portraits put a bigger premium on people’s facial features and emotions. It also usually involves planned poses and movements. Meanwhile, lifestyle photography highlights the more candid moments.Â
Most likely, professional photographers already have their own gear. But if you have a much more specific creative angle or preferences in mind, you are encouraged to bring your own accessories, props, makeup, and other necessary items. Before the session, it’s best to align with your photographer regarding equipment so that you’re aware of any other needed preparations.Â
The duration of a photoshoot depends on your request. If you’re looking to hire a Tasker solely for taking photos, they should be able to provide the output right after the shoot, or after a day at best. It may take more days to complete if other factors come into play, like the volume of the photos, extensive editing and retouches, and other post-processing needs. Add at least a week if you need your shots to be printed in canvas or folio.
The photoshoot venue will be based on your desired theme or genre. Whether it’s a quiet beach, a busy city street, or at home, just let us know your idea and we’ll arrange it for your convenience. For example, if you want your couple photoshoot to be set in a park, your family home’s living room, plus an actual studio, let us know because we accept bookings in multiple locations. Just let your photographer know each location’s address
Your attire will depend on your chosen photoshoot theme. In general, though, those taking portrait photos are advised to wear something simple and not overbearing. Ultimately, it’s best to consult your photographer on the dos and don’ts of your outfit for that day. Moreover, you can hire other Taskers to help with hairstyling and makeup for the full experience.Â
Definitely. Instead of scouring different websites to find a commercial photographer who can suit your business needs, you can smoothly scroll through our platform and find someone with a specialisation. Whether the focus is on fashion, food, or other products, just mention the nature of your business and we’ll connect you with suitable photographers.
Apart from the various kinds of portrait photography services listed here, you can book lifestyle photographers as well. Looking for someone to take memorable snapshots during travel? How about someone trained to freeze moments with your pets? You can count on our platform to help immortalise important events for you—even if that includes photo restoration and printing, too.Â
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What does portrait photography include?
Professional portrait photographers focus on capturing a person’s facial features with an emphasis on identity, personality, and emotions. It doesn’t necessarily need to take place in a studio; it could be taken indoors, or outdoors like at the park, in a garden, or anywhere else as long as it won’t distract the subject. Thinking of hiring a professional portrait photographer through Airtasker? Here are categories you can explore:
Black and white portrait photography
Even in the digital age, black and white portrait photography remains a long-standing favourite, thanks to how it can produce the most dramatic and soulful photos. Skilled and professional, our portrait photographers can plan the satisfying B&W setting. They know the best way to balance the light and darkness for maximum impact.
Creative portrait photography
When it comes to creative shots, our portrait photographers step out of the usual static pictures. For a twist, they may use a few props, a unique costume, or a backstory. They may also take photos from different angles—from the ground, side, or even behind. Want to know how they produce creative portraits? You can request a few samples from your photographer before the session.
Studio portrait photography
While it seems similar to headshot photography, studio portrait photography is a little less formal and presents photos in a more artistic way. For this shoot, your photographer handles the lighting scheme, the backdrop, the combinations of colours and textures. Just show up in your best look and prepare your unique poses.Â
Couple portrait photography
Whether it’s a grand photoshoot for your honeymoon or just a casual garden photo after moving into your new home, our professional Taskers focused on couple photography can capture the sweetest and most authentic moments with you and your partner. Feeling very conscious in front of the camera? The photographer can also provide creative direction to ensure high-quality photos you can lovingly look back on. Although a couple photoshoot sounds tricky to arrange, Airtasker can make the process smooth-sailing.
Light portrait photography
The key to successful light portraits is mastering the different lighting patterns and techniques. Even with just a single light, your photographer can produce portrait photos that exude various sorts of emotions. Apart from that, they can also use reflective props such as fairy lights, lamps, prisms, or disco balls. With the right camera settings adjusted to the lighting requirements, you can enjoy a stunning light portrait photo ready for your social media or personal photobook.Â
Editing and Printing
Through our platform, you’ll find skilled Taskers who can also lend you a hand in photo retouches and editing. These include removing unwanted details, adding artistic effects, modifying lights and tones, and more. Edited photos are sent through email or with a USB stick. Taskers can also organise printing of your final portrait photos and deliver them straight to your doorstep.
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Leederville WA 6007, Australia
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Looking for a talented photographer for a 1 to 2 hour shoot. 3 or 4 outfits max. Portrait photography only
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Waverton NSW, Australia
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Hi there, I'm hoping to find a professional standard photographer who could take some portrait pictures of a single individual for me. Not just a head shot but full length of the same person in maybe three outfits. These would be the 'before' pictures for a project, so the idea would to have a set of repeatable images on plain background. I would only need the hi res digital copies, no printed images. I imagine the process would take something like an hour maybe? I'm based in North Sydney. You could come to me or I'd be happy to travel a short distance, whatever works best. Would want them done this week ideally. Relatively flexible on timings, especially mornings. Though Wednesday and Friday I'm most clear. Many thanks.
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Melbourne VIC, Australia
3rd May 2024
Looking for a photographer to complete some resume/linkedin professional portrait photos.
Portrait Photograph for my website
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Manly NSW 2095, Australia
2nd May 2024
Hi, looking to update my photo on my business website. I'm a psychotherapist and breathwork practitioner in Manly. Photo needs to reflect warmth, care, love and in nature preferably (on Manly beach maybe).
Professional photographer for wedding registration & couple portraits
$100
East Melbourne VIC, Australia
24th Apr 2024
Having a wedding registration at the Old Treasury building on Saturday April 27 at 4.30pm. Need one photographer for 1 hour to take wedding portraits during and after the registration.
Sophie was very friendly, accommodating, and did a great job of capturing photos for our wedding registration. She also gave us good ideas for locations of photos and was very punctual and a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend, thanks Sophie 🙂
Candid Portrait and full body Photographs
$300
Melbourne VIC, Australia
22nd Apr 2024
I would like to get 5-10 good quality candid photos for my dating profile. I would do 3 sets of clothing across 3 locations within the CBD. We should be able to get done in 2 hours.
Linkldn portrait photos ASAP
$5
Sydney NSW, Australia
22nd Apr 2024
Sorry for short notice I will highly appreciate if someone can take today as soon as possible around CBD. **Photographers Wanted for LinkedIn Profile Photoshoot** I'm looking for photographers to capture a few professional headshots suitable for LinkedIn profiles. If you're experienced in portrait photography and can deliver high-quality images, please send your offers. I am student so really on budget please consider that while sending offers . Also all I need one or two photos after all editing and re-touch like ready to go . Also I am not very familiar with photography terms so please share in easy to understand words so I should know what I’ll be getting . Cheers
Portrait photographer at a conference
$400
Melbourne VIC, Australia
15th Apr 2024
I am hosting a workshop and need a photographer to do professional head shots of people for 2 hours. From 5:30 to 7:30
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Perth WA, Australia
13th Apr 2024
Charcoal portrait of me and mum. Gift for her 80th birthday
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Melville WA, Australia
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Take photos for online dating profile. Different outfits and backgrounds. Would like to see portfolio with similar prior work before committing.
Wedding portrait sketches artist
$500
The Vines WA, Australia
8th Apr 2024
Wedding sketches for 3 hours for guests Wedding Guest illustrations style style can be flexible as sketches or paintings - Due date: Needs to be done on Sunday, 23 June 2024
Portrait headshot
$50
Mernda VIC, Australia
28th Mar 2024
Need headshot photoshoot
Portrait photos
$50
Elizabeth SA, Australia
14th Feb 2024
I need a photographer to take some headshots for my real estate marketing
Fantastic job Don. The photos turned out great.
Professional portrait photographer
$200
Dandenong South VIC, Australia
16th Jan 2024
Required 8-830am Photos to be used for press releases digital and print. - Due date: Needs to be done on Thursday, 18 January 2024
Ken was an excellent photographer who understood the assignment. Was able to make recommendations and give sound advice. Highly recommend as well be using his services again.
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Melbourne VIC, Australia
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Need some couples portrait photo shoot - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 17 January 2024
Yuki was the best ever everything was spot on
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$100
Maroubra NSW, Australia
13th Dec 2023
I’m looking for an awesome portrait photographer to take somewhat profession photos of me. Photos will be used mostly for bio and profile shots. The shoot will ideally be either outdoors in a natural setting near home in Maroubra, or in my studio - depending on weather. Trying to capture a mood that shows me. I’m a founder, designer and educator and my style is smart-ish casual. The photographer will have their own camera gear and professional setup. - Due date: Needs to be done on Friday, 15 December 2023
What a wonderful experience! Ollie is talented, professional and an all round super nice human being. Thoroughly recommend him
Artist specialised with portraits
$40
Keilor Lodge VIC, Australia
28th Nov 2023
Are there any artist out there that’s good at painting portraits? I have this mini canvas and my partner has always wanted a tiny painting of us on it and I want to gift it to him for Christmas photo of the mini canvas below, and I’ll DM a photo of the picture i preferable want on it - Due date: Before Thursday, 21 December 2023
She did amazing work !!
Portrait photo
$250
St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
15th Nov 2023
Portrait photo needed for international travel magazine. - Due date: Flexible
Wonderful person. Beautiful work. Effable and polite. I will recommend him.