Business Details
20 Years
experience
Senior & Branding Photographer in Portage, MI
Angelworks Photography has been creating high-end, aspirational photographic experiences since 2006, specializing in senior portraits, personal branding, and stylized sessions for clients who demand excellence. Founded by Charity Finstrom, a professional photographer with over 24 years of experience, the studio combines technical expertise with personalized service to capture clients' authentic personalities through modern, artistic imagery. The business prioritizes one-on-one collaboration, offering comprehensive prep processes, professional hair/makeup, and unique location scouting to ensure sessions reflect each client's individuality.With a focus on building confidence through photography, Angelworks delivers archive-quality products and digital files designed to preserve memories for generations. The studio maintains a commitment to innovation, having expanded into travel photography and destination sessions across Michigan and Texas while preserving its local roots in Portage.
Services
Senior Portraits
Personal Branding
Stylized Fashion Shoots
Underclassmen Packages
Travel Photography
Hair & Makeup Services
Archive-Quality Products
Location Scouting
Digital File Sales
Family Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- 24 years of professional photography experience with teen/senior specialization since 2007
- Personalized sessions with professional hair/makeup and wardrobe styling included
- Exclusive access to unique, non-commercial photo locations
- Comprehensive post-session product design assistance with archive-quality materials
- Travel photography services available in Michigan and Texas
What people say
Comfortable and beautiful
Best version of you
Creative space
Confidence building
Lasting memories
Services
Senior Portraits
Custom senior portrait sessions combine location scouting, wardrobe styling, and professional makeup to create timeless images. Sessions include collaborative planning to reflect each client's personality through multiple outfit changes and settings. The experience emphasizes confidence-building and natural expression, with hand-edited images that maintain authenticity while enhancing visual quality.
Personal Branding
Stylized branding sessions capture professionals' authentic personas through fashion-forward photography. Services include location selection, wardrobe coordination, and strategic posing to convey expertise and approachability. The process focuses on creating versatile images suitable for marketing materials, social media, and professional portfolios that maintain consistent visual identity.
Underclassmen Packages
Pre-senior photography programs document students' growth through multiple sessions leading to graduation. Packages include studio and location shoots with curated album creation. The program builds familiarity with the camera while creating shareable content for social media and personal use, culminating in senior year preparations.
Travel Photography
Mobile photography services available in Michigan and Texas locations. Sessions maintain the same personalized approach with local scenery integration. Travel packages include location scouting for unique backdrops and adapted styling to complement regional aesthetics while maintaining the studio's signature editing style.
Archive Products
Custom archival-quality products ensure lasting preservation of digital captures. Options include leather-bound albums, image boxes, and print collections using professional-grade materials. The studio provides product selection guidance to create cohesive displays that maintain image integrity through generations.
People
Charity Finstrom
Owner/Photographer
Professional photographer with 24+ years experience specializing in teens and seniors since 2007. Developed unique session approaches combining styling, location work, and confidence-building techniques. Former IT professional turned full-time photographer, operating from Portage studio since 2006.
Questions
What makes Angelworks sessions different from typical senior photos?
We focus on personalized experiences with unique locations, professional styling, and confidence-building techniques to create artistic images that reflect individual personalities.
Do you offer packages for out-of-town clients?
Yes, we provide travel photography services in Michigan and Texas with customized packages including location scouting and accommodation coordination for destination sessions.
What's included in the senior session fee?
Session fees start at $295 and include professional makeup/hair, multiple outfit changes, location options, and post-session product design assistance.
How do you help clients who dislike being photographed?
Our approach emphasizes natural movement and comfort-building techniques, with pre-session consultations to address concerns and create a relaxed, enjoyable experience.
What products do you offer for preserving photos?
We provide leather-bound albums, custom image boxes, print collections, and digital files with print release options using professional-grade archival materials.
Can I book multiple sessions throughout high school?
Yes, our Underclassmen packages allow early engagement with two session options leading into senior year, creating a comprehensive visual story of high school years.
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