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Very lovely experience. Claire is professional. 🥰

Professional portrait photography

$120

Fantastic photos, went above and beyond. Highly recommended.

Portrait Photos for company website

$150

Great photo's, very professional. Many thanks Thilo!

Portrait Photograph

$150

Homer is professional and really great at touching up portrait photos (which still look natural).

Professional Portrait Touch Up

$50

Excellent work!

Require Portrait professional photo / 2 members

$50

Yong is super creative and is genuinely a nice guy. Made the photo part fun, I was so happy with my session and final photos!!! Great to work with! Would recommend 10/10

Portrait photographer needed

$120

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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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 


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. 


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.

Recent Portrait Photographers tasks

Need Studio Photographer – Business + Personal Branding Portraits

$220

Sydney NSW, Australia

8th Jun 2025

I’m looking for a professional photographer in Sydney for a 1.5-hour studio session. Photos will be used across business (LinkedIn, website) and personal branding (social media, portfolio).

I need 2-3 portrait/street style photos of me.

$250

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

25th May 2025

I need 3 or so photos taken to update my dating app profile. I have the general concepts in mind I’d like to do - I just need you take the shots. I don’t care about how good your equipment is, and in fact I would prefer 1 or 2 of these shots to be done with an iPhone over a mirrorless/dslr. I’m hiring for composition skill, ability to put me at ease, and directing my posing/appearance to appear the best. Bonus points if you know how to take shots of men that appeal to the female gaze. I would ideally like to do these in one go but also open to doing a couple of quick shoots over the space of a couple of weeks (ie one outfit/scene per week). One these shots will need to be indoors at a dark moody restaurant/bar. Please include your Instagram or a few sample shots in your offer

Lifestyle portrait photo shoots #3

$100

Camperdown, New South Wales

24th May 2025

Looking for a Skilled Photographer for Natural, Everyday Shots I'm searching for a talented photographer who can capture authentic, everyday moments—nothing overly staged or posed. I want photos that look effortless yet polished, with guidance to help me appear natural and at my best. This isn’t for a special event; just a casual shoot to get some great-looking, real-life images. I'm considering scheduling the session on a weekend, preferably in the CBD or Inner West. If you're interested, please provide the following details: Session Duration: How long will the shoot be? Photo Deliverables: How many edited photos will I receive? Will I also get access to all unedited shots? Portfolio: Share your best work, especially photos of men in relaxed, natural poses. Even if you have them in your portfolio, highlight your top picks in your offer. Studio Availability: Do you have your own studio? If so, where is it located? I've attached some sample images to give you a better idea of the style I'm looking for. Looking forward to hearing from you! (please feel free to place an offer if its in line with the budget above)

Business Portrait photo shooting

$20

Bankstown, New South Wales

23rd May 2025

Need some good business pictures for my business profile on LinkedIn . Photoshop editing required .

Trevor is very professional and knowledgeable about photo shooting. He guided me through the whole process and we also had a lot of communications . Thank you so much for your great help. I will strongly recommend to people who seek for professional photos .

Portrait photography for dating app profile

$150

Fitzroy VIC, Australia

22nd May 2025

I'm back in the dating game and so I'm looking for a photographer to take 1–2 high-quality, natural-looking portraits for for my dating app profile. Photographer with portrait, editorial, fashion experience preferred. Don't want anything over-produced just well-composed, relaxed photos with good lighting that feel stylish but authentic. Ideally shot outdoors in natural light (late afternoon preferred) in Fitzroy. Style should feel candid and elegant not corporate, not influencer-y. One strong head/torso portrait is the priority. Shouldn’t take more than 30–60 minutes Please share a portfolio or Instagram if you have one. Budget: Offering $150-200 for a short session and digital delivery of edited images.

Portraits with Vivid Sydney on the background

$150

Barangaroo NSW 2000, Australia

22nd May 2025

I will need a photographer for me and my mom during the Vivid Sydney and would like to have someone with experience on this event. Will only need it for an hour. Hobbyists are welcome

Portrait photographs that I can use for professional purposes

$150

Barangaroo NSW, Australia

22nd May 2025

Hello, Not sure what the budget for this would be some please suggest what you think you would be satisfied with. I am looking to get some simple, minimalistic photographs taken that I can use on LinkedIn and also for other professional purposes. It does not necessarily have to be a plain white background, it can be something like the bridge, opera house, the water in the background but it would be slightly out of focus (I've attached some examples) I',m thinking just 5-6 shots (30 mins) and then of course you will be editing them. 2 locations would be great if they are near by but 1 location could also work. When applying, I'd need to see your work to help me decide. Thanks

Family portraits and photography

$200

Templestowe Lower VIC 3107, Australia

19th May 2025

Family portraits and informal photos of extended family at home. Including children. Indoors and outdoors (weather permitting). Approximately 2hrs, 2pm-4pm

Photograph a party of 8 at surfers paradise. Portraits and ceremonial

$100

Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

16th May 2025

I have camera if needed and will provide the SD card The ceremony is at budds beach and looking for someone to take group pics before and a couple of the ceremony. For 45min 4:30 to 5:15pm

Judith was a great addition to our day, Thank you for your presence

Outdoor Professional Portrait Photography for 2 People (Digital Only)

$400

Hobart TAS, Australia

11th May 2025

Looking for a skilled photographer to take professional portrait photos of two people. We are after high-quality digital images only (no prints required). Ideally, we’d love the shoot to take place outdoors somewhere scenic in Hobart, open to location suggestions if you have favourites or recommendations!

Portrait photo for website

$5

Melbourne VIC, Australia

8th May 2025

Needing HQ portrait photo for a counselling website. Looking to collaborate with someone on this task. Please provide me with your quotes. Thanks.

Photography Portrait shots

$100

Chatswood, New South Wales

5th May 2025

Need to update my portrait shots for use on instagram/Linked in/website. I have a certain style I’m after - crisp/minimalist/clean. I want to look powerful bold and feminine all encompassed into one. (I think it’s possible) Probably max 2 outfit changes. I’m physiotherapist who works with elite athletes. I use body based modalities to help train stress resilience. It’s a niche market and I’m trying to develop my brand. Have attached some examples of what I’m after. Last one of me with one of my planned outfits. Willing to travel to you as I am working on a budget. Flexible with timings.

Model for Portrait Photography (Street Photography)

$100

Sydney, New South Wales

3rd May 2025

I am a street photographer and art student, learning portrait photography and need to fulfil my portrait portfolio. Photos will be used within my portfolio (only shared with school) and posted on my Instagram, not for further business purposes. All raw photos taken can be sent back to you if required; you can feel free to edit and use them yourself. I am looking for a model (I am just a beginner, so there is no need to be so professional) to cooperate with for portrait photography, 1-2 hours in the city street.

Great communication, professional attitude, arrive in time, highly recommend

Two Custom Hand-Drawn Portraits – Special Leaving Gifts

$450

Maroubra NSW 2035, Australia

27th Apr 2025

Task Title: Two Custom Hand-Drawn Portraits – Special Leaving Gifts Task Description: I’m looking for a talented artist to create two beautiful, hand-drawn portraits as very special leaving gifts. These are very special to me, so I’m looking for someone who will show care and attention to detail and capture exactly what I’m envisioning. • One portrait: A person with their two dogs. • One portrait: A family (husband, wife, two kids, and two dogs). The portraits should capture the deep bond between them and their dogs — they love them like family. I’d like the drawings to feel elegant, heartfelt, and full of life — something that can be treasured forever. Medium can be pencil, charcoal, or watercolour — open to your advice on what will look most beautiful when framed. Ideal size is around A3 or similar. Here’s a quote to be included for the first portrait: “The love you give your dogs is a reflection of the beautiful, kind soul you are. Your heart will always be their home.” For the second portrait: “Family is where love and paws meet. Your hearts will always be their home.” I’ll provide good quality reference photos. Deadline: Ideally completed before Thursday night (farewell gathering is Friday). Budget: Around $400 total (this budget is for the artwork itself — I’ll be buying frames separately). Collection Details: I’m located in Sydney and am willing to drive up to 100km to collect the completed portraits in person. I can pick them up on Thursday night. Please share examples of your previous work.

Amazing! Soo professional and detailed. I love the photos. Exactly what I asked for.

Portrait Photography

$5

Doubleview WA 6018, Australia

24th Apr 2025

Hello, thank you for viewing my task. I am a Real Estate Agent in Perth WA and hope to have some relaxed portrait photos taken. Happy for any results to be used for a student portfolio. Pending working well together, future paid work possible in the real estate and social media sector. Flexible with location of shoot. Thanks kindly.

Looking for a portrait photographer

$200

Melbourne CBD VIC 3000, Australia

9th Apr 2025

I am looking for a photographer for some personal headshots and portfolio (online dating) photos.

I was looking for a good portrait photos and came across Dylan’s profile. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a quick portraits.

Portrait photographer needed

$150

Southeast Inner Brisbane QLD, Australia

9th Apr 2025

I’m in need of photographer who can take 1 or 2 photrait photo of me for personal use. Also can travel to the location if needed. Thanks

Service was excellent

Professional Photographer for portrait photos

$120

Richmond VIC, Australia

6th Apr 2025

I'm looking for a photographer to capture some high quality photos for my Instagram and profile picture similar to the sample provided doesn't have to be black/white. This will be my first time doing a shoot, so I might be a little awkawrd at first. Im looking for someone who can make the process as easy as possible while helping me get some great shots. Requirements: - Experience in portrait/headshot photography - Professional lighting and camera equipment - Basic editing for a polished look - Studio or open to other options if you have a good location in mind. - 5-10 High-resolution edited images - Digital delivery Available Sunday after 3pm or Mondays, Thursday after 6pm

Great experience working with Yan. Easy to communicate with, understood the brief, and delivered what was needed. Would would work them again! Thanks

Photographer - need a few portrait shots done waist up only

$100

Springfield Lakes QLD, Australia

30th Mar 2025

A few portrait photos for social media waist up only. Needs to be taken with a kitchen appliance in my kitchen

Experienced and great to work with. Happy to use again.

Portrait photography

$5

Palm Beach NSW 2108, Australia

17th Dec 2024

Hi, I am looking to propose to my partner at the top of the Barrenjoey trail and am looking for someone who can capture the moment with some beautiful photography shots. Does not have to be a professional but don't want the shots from a phone. Looking to be around the 1.30pm -2pm period. Thanks

Josh and his team were great to deal with. Accommodated to the style we wanted and made the photoshoot really enjoyable. Results were spectacular! Can't recommend Josh enough!