Pavlina PerryPHOTOGRAPHY

The portrait experience · Fanwood, NJ

Portraits with presence. Stories to keep.

Guided portrait sessions in Fanwood, NJ. Beautiful photographs and artwork made to keep.

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Parents sitting with their two young children in a bright studio

A relaxed portrait session

The art of remembering.

Family portrait with the NYC skyline as a framed canvas in a modern living room
Memories for your wallsFramed canvas · room display idea
Wooden frame with a mother and baby portrait beside Pavlina’s real fabric-covered folio box and matted prints
A collection to holdFolio box & matted portraits

One photograph. A lasting keepsake.

Single matted portraits

A favorite portrait to display, frame, or give to someone you love.

Black-and-white portrait of a girl wearing a tiara, shown as a 5 by 7 inch print in an 8 by 10 inch mat
5 × 7″ printPresented in an 8 × 10″ mat
The same portrait shown as an 8 by 11 inch print in an 11 by 14 inch mat
8 × 11″ printPresented in an 11 × 14″ mat

Proportional display examples. Your portrait will be cropped to suit the selected print size.

Selected collections

Many stories.
One thoughtful approach.

From the people closest to you to the way you present yourself to the world.

Mother and daughter smiling at each other on a stone bench, wearing white shirts and rose-colored trousers

Family & Couples

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Girl in a white dress blowing gold confetti with white and gold balloons behind her

Studio Portraits

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Maternity portrait in a white lace gown

Maternity

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Black-and-white portrait of a smiling bearded man in a suit and tie

Headshots

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Woman in a pale pink gown looking over her shoulder beneath a glass-roofed arcade

On Location

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Black and white portrait of a woman embracing her horse

Equestrian

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Luke the Weimaraner looking straight at the camera against a light studio background

Pets

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Black-and-white portrait of two sisters in an ornate frame, displayed at home beside a fern

Artwork

Your favorite portraits, framed, matted, and made to live with.

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Thoughtfully planned. Naturally you.

You don’t have to
know how to pose.

You just have to show up as yourself.

I’ll help with the details, guide you through your session, and help you choose how to enjoy your photographs afterward.

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  1. 01

    We make a plan

    We’ll talk about who you’re celebrating, your location, wardrobe, and the kind of portraits you love.

  2. 02

    You enjoy the moment

    Gentle direction and time to settle in, whether we’re photographing your family or creating your next headshot.

  3. 03

    Your story comes home

    Choose your favorites and explore framed artwork, matted portrait collections, and albums.

Small moments, real experiences

From your session
to your home.

Your portrait session

A glimpse of a session in progress.

Choosing your photographs

Choose your favorite portraits and how you’ll enjoy them.

A glimpse into Pavlina’s studio, with framed portraits on the walls
A little glimpse of the studio.
Graduation portrait client collecting her packaged Guild canvas in the studio
Your story comes home.
Museum-grade archival Guild canvas from her graduation portrait session.

Made to live with you

More than a photo
on your phone.

Let your favorite people become part of your everyday surroundings. Beautifully displayed, lovingly held, and shared with the next generation.

A little more heart in your home.

A favorite portrait, thoughtfully sized for the place you’ll see it every day. We can explore wall mockups to help you picture the finished artwork.

A collection to return to

A closer look

Open a collection to hold.

Each portrait is individually matted and kept together in a fabric-covered folio box, ready to display, swap, and share with the people you love.

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From the studio to your hands

Real portraits, ready to be enjoyed.

Framed wall displays are illustrative ideas; the folio box, album, and matted collection photographs show my real artwork. We’ll choose sizes, finishes, and photographs together.

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From portraits to wall art

“Had a very nice experience taking family photos with Pavlina and ultimately turning them into floating wall prints. … Very high quality, professional, and we're very pleased with it!”

Steve A.Google review · Excerpt

Meet your photographer

Hi, I’m Pavlina.

Pavlina Perry

A photographer with a designer’s eye—and a love for the stories people carry.

Originally from the Czech Republic and now based in Fanwood, New Jersey, I bring my background in graphic design to portraits and the artwork they become.

From family connections to a confident professional portrait, my goal is to help you feel comfortable and create photographs you’ll be happy to keep.

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Words from my clients

“Her photos are creative and beautiful and she captured so many intimate moments that will last a lifetime for our family.”

Barbara V.Google review

Investment

Plan something personal.

Choose the portraits and finished artwork you love. We’ll talk through the options together.

Portrait sessions

$250Session fee

Includes a wardrobe consultation and a guided portrait session. Photographs and artwork are purchased separately.

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Printed portraits

From $220Per portrait

Archival, museum-grade prints with matching digital files. Collections offer a lower price per image.

Headshots

From $550Digital images included

A 30-minute guided session with three fully retouched digital images. Or choose eight retouched images for $750.

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Portrait clients typically invest $1,200 or more. Choose only what you love at your reveal and ordering appointment. Payment plans are available.

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Frequently asked questions

A few things you
might be wondering.

Where do sessions take place?

At my Fanwood studio or on location. Tell me what you envision and we’ll choose a setting together. Sessions in New Jersey, the Pocono Mountains area of Pennsylvania, and Corolla and the 4x4 beaches of the Outer Banks can be discussed.

What if I don’t have anything to wear?

Your booking includes a complimentary wardrobe consultation and access to the studio wardrobe. All maternity outfits shown on this website are available in the studio, along with many more for you to choose from. You’re also welcome to bring your own. Together, we’ll choose outfits that photograph beautifully and feel right for you.

How far in advance should I book?

I recommend booking about two months in advance to allow time to plan your session and secure your preferred date.

How much should I budget for a custom portrait session?

The session fee is $250. Prints start at $220, with a lower price per image when purchased as part of a collection. Each portrait is printed on archival, museum-grade paper and includes its matching digital file.

Clients typically invest $1,200 or more. What you purchase is entirely up to you—choose only the photographs you love at your reveal and ordering appointment.

Headshot sessions start at $550 and include digital images only.

Can I purchase digital files only?

Digital files and prints are priced the same. Every portrait you purchase includes both the printed photograph and its matching digital file. Headshot sessions are the exception and include digital images only.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes, payment plans are available. We can discuss the options when planning your purchase.

Do you photograph headshots?

Yes—headshots and personal branding portraits are available. Share how you plan to use your photographs so we can tailor your session.

Let’s make something meaningful

What story shall
we tell together?

Tell me a little about the portraits you’re imagining.

You can also email me at info@pavlinaphotography.com.

Your message goes straight to Pavlina. You can also email info@pavlinaphotography.com.