“Great service, quality, and speed. In addition to being a great photographer, Jeff is also a great guy to work with. Thanks again man!”
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As a portrait photographer Colorado clients trust, Rocky Mountain Photography photographs individuals, couples, and creative concepts in Denver studios and outdoor locations along the Front Range. We plan each session around how the images will be used - a personal brand site, a gift print, an artist profile - then match light, location, and wardrobe to that goal.
Hiring a portrait photographer in Colorado usually starts with a simple question: where will these pictures live? A speaker bio needs a clean, confident frame. A couple marking an anniversary wants something warmer and looser. A musician or painter may want a portrait that feels like their work.
Rocky Mountain Photography was started in Denver in 2016 by brothers Jeff and Nick Perry, and individual portraits have been part of the studio's work from the beginning. This page covers the full portrait specialty. If you mainly need a tight business crop, our headshot page is the better fit.
Portrait work covers more ground than most people expect. The common sessions we plan in Denver are:
Families and seniors have their own pages because the planning is different, so this one stays focused on one or two people.
Studio sessions give total control. We can shape light precisely, change backdrops in minutes, and ignore the weather, which matters in a state where a sunny spring morning can turn to sleet by lunch. Studio is the best choice for clean branding frames and for people who feel self-conscious in public.
Outdoor sessions give depth and personality. Around Denver we often work in Washington Park, the brick alleys of LoDo, the murals in RiNo, or the foothills west of town near Golden and Morrison. High-altitude sun is harsh at midday, so outdoor portraits are usually scheduled in the first or last hour of daylight, or in open shade. Some parks and gardens require a photography permit, and we check that before the date so nothing interrupts the session.
Most people worry about posing, but wardrobe makes a bigger difference. Solid, mid-tone colors and fabrics with some texture photograph better than busy patterns or bright white. Bring two or three options that fit well and feel like you; we will help choose on the day. For couples, pick a shared palette rather than matching outfits.
During the session we give steady, specific direction - where to put hands, how to angle shoulders, when to breathe out - so you never have to guess. Afterward, retouching is natural by default: we clean up temporary blemishes and stray hairs and balance skin tone, but we keep freckles, laugh lines, and the features that make you recognizable. If you need heavier editing for a specific use, tell us up front so it is written into the plan.
Start by telling us who is being photographed, how the images will be used, and whether you are leaning toward studio or outdoors. From there we suggest a location, a time of day for the best light, and a session length that fits the number of looks you want. Your written quote lists the session time, number of edited images, retouching level, and delivery format, so you know exactly what is included before anything is scheduled.
You can book online or reach out with questions first. A short call is often useful for creative portraits, where we may want to scout a location or talk through props. On many photo shoots we offer next-day delivery of a few sneak-peek images, with the full gallery following on the schedule in your quote.
“Great service, quality, and speed. In addition to being a great photographer, Jeff is also a great guy to work with. Thanks again man!”
“I have wanted to update my headshot for awhile now. I met these guys at a CREJ conference and figured it's time since it was a good value. I am very happy with the results because I don't look "posed." They made it fun and easy. I am very impressed with their aerial and drone work too as it pertains to the work I'm in.”
“If you're looking for the BEST photography company to work with, you've found it at Rocky Mountain Photography! Our company had so much fun getting our head shots taken! Jeff really knows how to get an authentic expression by making the experience fun! We love our pictures!”
“Jeff is an expert at what he does. He makes you feel good and allows you to be yourself, which shows in his pictures. His studio is professional and relaxing. I highly recommend Jeff for anyone looking for a great picture.”
I had a great time having my head shots taken by Jeff. He immediately made me feel comfortable and had me laughing in minutes which resulted in very natural looking smiles. Not only was the work professional and at a great price point but he also made it a fun experience. I highly recommend him for any business head shots!
"I thought my previous head shot was pretty good until I saw what Jeff did! Jeff and I talked about what I wanted my photo to "say" prior to the shoot and he was able to capture it perfectly. Because of his great sense of humor and relatable personality, I went from anxious and uncomfortable to having a blast in a matter of minutes during the photo session. I have and will continue to recommend Jeff and Rocky Mountain Photography."
Rocky Mountain Photography has taken the most basic, boring, and bland niche of still photography and revamped it into a thrilling adventure. Where the typical experience tends to have you waiting for the end, they have made a fun and comfortable environment to allow free expression to get that perfect shot. Your toughest choice is picking between several PERFECT shots, rather than trying to determine the least terrible.
I had a great experience getting my headshot's with Jeff. He knows how to get the authentic smile on camera without forcing it. If you're looking for a comforting and fun experience getting your headshot, visit Jeff!
Jeff is an expert at his craft. He makes you feel confident and it shows in his work. I highly recommend Jeff to anyone looking for a professional image.
Thank you for the amazing head shot!! It was so fun to work with you and the photo turned out great! You know how to get the perfect shot!
I had a great experience getting my new professional headshots from Jeff! He knows how to make you laugh and make you comfortable so he can capture the best headshots. He does excellent work and I would recommend him to anyone!
“I can't overemphasize the high value RMP delivers in their portrait work. As an Executive Career Coach, I inform my clients that a quality LinkedIn profile photo is not only required these days, it is the first powerful impression for any client's brand. Their team has a unique talent in creating a comfortable environment and guiding clients to draw out their best personality in a portrait. I send all my clients to them for their portraits.”
“I recently had a very relaxing fun photo shoot with Jeff. I must say he does some wonderful magic with that camera. I thank you very much Jeff. I have gotten nothing but rave reviews since I posted my new "social media" photo. I highly recommend Rocky Mountain Photography.”
Jeff is a great talent and great person. I would highly recommend anyone looking to get their professional head shots done with him. Thank you Jeff for your amazing work!
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Our process begins with a detailed understanding of your project, followed by the assignment of a dedicated project manager. We then determine the ideal package to meet and exceed your media needs.
Once your project needs are understood, our team schedules and captures your photography, video, or drone media professionally from ground and sky, making sure to include all client specifications and instructions.
Upon completion, we meticulously edit and upload the media for your review, providing any necessary updates or revisions before sending the final high-resolution deliverables to you on time and on budget.
A typical session includes planning help with location and wardrobe, guided photography at a studio or outdoor spot around Denver, careful selection of the strongest frames, and natural retouching. The exact session length, number of final images, and file formats are listed in your written quote so nothing is left vague.
Not quite. A headshot is usually a tight, simple crop for a profile or company site. A portrait session has more variety - different framings, locations, and moods. We can include a few headshot-style crops in a portrait session, but if a headshot is all you need, our headshot page explains that shorter format.
Yes, couple portraits are one of the most common sessions we plan. Anniversaries, holiday cards, and just-because sessions all work well. If the session is tied to an engagement or a proposal, those have their own pages because the timing and planning are different from a relaxed couple portrait.
Choose studio if you want consistent, polished frames, have a tight schedule, or are booking in unpredictable weather months. Choose outdoors if you want depth, color, and a sense of place. Many clients split the session, starting in the studio and finishing outside near sunset for a warmer set.
Many photo shoots include a small sneak-peek set the next day when it is part of the plan. The full edited gallery arrives on the timeline written into your quote, which depends on the number of images and the level of retouching you choose.