Personal Portraits

Melbourne

Profile Portraits

Everyone deserves to have beautiful portraits of themselves. You too, can have images of yourself that you LOVE and want to show off.

Whether you are looking for quality dating profile photos, new social media content, or some lovely photos of yourself to send to your family… a portrait session gives you the chance to celebrate who you are, feel amazing, and indulge in a new experience. 

Professional portrait photography gives you a chance to look and feel your best. You don't need to be a business person, professional model, or touring performer... Anyone can join a professional portrait session. We want to celebrate your individuality.

How to look natural in your photos…

Most people come to me saying they want to look natural, feel like themselves, and that they have NO idea how to pose.

If this is you, have no fear! My job as a portrait photographer is to collaborate with you to capture authentic, personality-driven portraits that show you at your absolute best.

With gentle guidance and prompts along the way, we’ll capture poses that don’t feel like poses. With retouching that still looks like you, and a polished result that’ll have you feeling like you could have been a model after all!.

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I've worked with many people from all different backgrounds to capture portraits that they love.

Sometimes it's better to read first-hand experiences. Check out my 100+ 5 star google reviews:

Not only does Julia provide top notch photos, but a unique and individualised approach to the shoot. Julia makes the process of getting headshots fun, relaxed, and easy, which only adds to the quality of the photos she takes. She has a keen eye and her touch ups on the final products are perfect!
Julia has a brilliant eye and perhaps more importantly, a passion for truly getting to know and understand her client and their needs - this enables her to deliver a product that reflects each individuals essence. She captures energy and spirit in her photographs - which is of the utmost importance for actors. I wholly recommend her for anyone in need of a head shot or professional portraiture. She's an absolute delight to work with!
Working with Julia was really a good experience. She was wonderful at every aspect. Pre and post shoot service was excellent. Highly recommended.
Julia is an absolute wizard with the camera. I was a little anxious and not knowing what to expect going into the shoot, but Julia was an absolute professional. The session was cool, calm and more than exceeded my expectations. Can’t wait to return for more headshots in the near future and would highly recommend anyone that needs the best of the best to utilise Julia’s services :)
I had some headshots done by Julia and I found her to be very easy to work with, very open to any suggestions and having fantastic ideas of her own. It didn't take long to relax in our session and the results were great. She is very down to earth and kind. Thank you Julia.
Julia is super professional, talented and connected. She turns the daunting process of getting new headshots into an enjoyable experience. Extremely happy with the final shots! Highly recommend for any actor looking for industry standard photos that will stand out.
Julia was so easy to work with. She was great at directing expressions and capturing who I am for my portfolio. I highly recommend Julia Nance Photography.
Julia is amazing to work with! Communication is impeccable from the very beginning as she takes the time to get to know you before the session so she can understand what you are looking for in your photos! It was a beautiful day when I went for my photo session with Julia and she was absolutely lovely and open to work indoors or outdoors and was very accommodating! The photos that were taken were beautiful and I'm very happy with my headshots! I definitely recommend Julia if you're looking for fresh and beautiful new headshots! I will definitely be coming back to work with Julia again in the future!
Julia made for incredible shoot! Her studio is fantastic space and very accommodating, relaxing and enjoyable. Julia's a master of her craft, gave excellent direction during the shoot and delivered an impeccable product.

Celebrate a milestone, capture a memory, or update your dating profile photos…  

There’s no right or wrong reason to book a personal portrait session. I love celebrating the everyday, showcasing people at their best, and learning what makes them unique. 

We can capture images that truly reflect who you are, at this stage in your life. Bring along a pet, a musical instrument, your favourite outfits… anything that’ll tell your story.

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There are so many options to explore for your portraits at my studio in Ringwood East . . .

Read About The Studio Here

What you can expect from a portrait session together 

Based in Ringwood East, in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs, you’ll find a home away from home. Relax and enjoy complimentary refreshments – let’s get to know each other and discover the best backgrounds and settings to capture you at your best. 

Forget the technical side of photography and put that smartphone selfie camera away. I have a BA commercial photography from RMIT University and will keep on top of everything from camera equipment, lighting and posing.

Here’s a little look at what I offer across my portrait sessions:

  • A pre-shoot survey to get to know each other and note your portrait preferences.
  • A comprehensive pre-shoot guide so you can fully prepare
  • Time to explore multiple outfits, backgrounds and styles
  • On the spot photo reviews
  • Professional editing that makes sure you still look like yourself
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Melbourne actress smiles to camera with relaxed pose and casual outfit for headshot update.

Packages & Pricing

Choose a session to suit your needs. Every session includes our pre-shoot PDF and survey, high-end retouching on your included images, and a quick 3-4 day image turnaround time.

All prices listed include GST.

Signature Portrait Session – $650

4 IMAGES | 90 Min Session

Pricing includes GST

If you value professional portraits and think it’s time to jump in front of the lens, a signature session gives a great opportunity to capture a range of looks. A personal portrait session to give you four images – ready to update on social media, dating profiles, or send to family overseas. Optional on-location session available for a travel fee.

  • 4 images of your choice
  • 90 minute session
  • 15 minute zoom planning consultation
  • Multiple backgrounds: indoors & outdoors
  • Various portraits captured: headshots, mid-length and full-length
  • Complimentary copy of my posing guide
  • Additional headshots priced at $120
  • Professional retouching.

Add hair & makeup: + $250 pending makeup artist availability. This adds one hour onto your session.

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Mature model portrait of woman outdoors leaning against a tree. She looks away from the camera wearing glasses, jeans and a white linen shirt.
Model portrait of woman in an outdoor landscape, surrounded by yellow wattle, taken in Melbourne's eastern suburbs. She wears a purple dress and is holding a hat.
Model portrait of mature age model in an outdoor melbourne landscape filled with trees and wattle. She has one hand in her pocket and is holding her hat in the other, smiling to camera.
Man leans on a table looking away from camera for a studio personal branding portrait
Personal branding portrait of man looking away while walking to camera.
Melbourne man smiles to camera with arms crossed on a pink studio background
A man sits on a log for a relaxed and natural headshot for a personal branding session in Melbourne. He wears a blue shirt and jeans, and is looking away from the camera with a smile.
Smiling personal branding portrait of man outside wearing a blue shirt.
Personal branding portrait of man sitting outside on a log, with hands together on lap.
Man stands outside in a white shirt for a natural light branding portrait.

Custom Half-Day Portrait Session – $1290

8 IMAGES | 4 Hour Session | Refreshments

Pricing includes GST

Go all-in with a half day shoot for a comprehensive portfolio. Including a pre-shoot planning consult and light refreshments throughout. Based at my Ringwood East Studio. Optional on-location session available for a travel fee.

  • 8 images of your choice.
  • 4 hour session
  • Multiple backgrounds, settings and styles
  • Various portraits captured: headshots, mid-length & full length.
  • Complimentary copy of my Posing Guide
  • Pre-session consultation & tailored outfit advice via zoom
  • A light lunch from our local cafe
  • Additional digital portraits priced at $120, or upgrade to a collection
  • Professional retouching.

Add hair & makeup: + $250 pending makeup artist availability. This adds one hour onto your session.

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Studio portrait of melbourne model with arms crossed while seated on a stool. He looks to camera with a serious expression.
Melbourne actress looks to camera with serious and relaxed expression for acting headshot update.
natural lifestyle personal branding portrait of Melbourne author and artist taken outdoors in the morning sun.
Melbourne actor smiles to camera on blue studio background for actor headshot update.
Relaxed personal branding portrait of woman sitting outside on grass, smiling to camera.
Melbourne author smiles looking away from camera in professional headshot and branding portrait.
Melbourne business woman smiles while outdoors for personal branding headshot.
Teen model portfolio update of girl on a blue background
Melbourne dancer poses in full length portrait for dance portfolio
Relaxed personal branding lifestyle headshot of woman outdoors with autumn leaves behind her.
Personal branding portrait of smiling woman seated with black dog on her lap.
Author portrait of a woman leaning against a tree, surrounded by nature. She is smiling gently and looking at the camera.
Melbourne actor laughs to camera on pink background in relaxed actor headshot.
Black and white actor headshot of melbourne woman in studio.
Smiling personal branding portrait of man outside wearing a blue shirt.
Girl with blue eyes on pink background for acting headshots
Mature model portrait of woman outdoors leaning against a tree. She looks away from the camera wearing glasses, jeans and a white linen shirt.
Melbourne male model smiles to camera while walking on a blue background with his hands together in a relaxed portrait pose.
Melbourne musician glen holds a blue electric guitar while seated for a professional branding portrait in studio.
Melbourne model portrait taken on a dark studio background with edgy lighting. he looks directly to camera while leaning on his knees in a seated position.
Melbourne teen model in a portfolio update, showing a candid smile looking away from camera.
Melbourne Personal Branding Portrait & Corporate Headshot - Blonde woman smiling with a blue scarf
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