Business Details
Professional Senior & Family Photographer in Tacoma, WA
Claire Stubbs Photography was founded on a passion for capturing life's most meaningful moments through vibrant, creative imagery. With over a decade of experience in portrait photography, our team specializes in senior portraits, family sessions, weddings, and professional headshots, delivering personalized service that prioritizes client comfort and artistic excellence. Our process emphasizes collaboration, from pre-session consultations to final image selection, ensuring every client receives tailored guidance and high-quality results.We utilize professional techniques in posing, lighting, and editing to highlight individual personalities and relationships. Clients benefit from our flexible approach, including optional makeup services, prop integration, and online galleries for easy photo selection and print ordering. Our commitment to continuous improvement and client satisfaction has earned us recognition through repeat business and referrals from satisfied customers across the Pacific Northwest.
Services
Senior Portraits
Family Photography
Wedding Coverage
Professional Headshots
Couples Sessions
Highlights and features
- 10 years of experience in creative portrait photography
- Client-driven photo selection process with online galleries
- Professional makeup collaboration for enhanced portrait quality
- Flexible session options with prop and outfit customization
- Proven track record of client satisfaction and repeat business
What people say
Best experience possible
Excellent service
Amazing work
Prompt delivery
Creative expertise
Services
Senior Portraits
Customized senior portrait sessions focus on capturing individual personalities through creative posing and styling. Clients receive professional guidance on wardrobe selection, prop integration, and facial expressions to ensure authentic representation. Sessions include access to online galleries for image selection and print ordering, with optional makeup services available to enhance final results.
Family Photography
Family photo sessions emphasize natural interactions and meaningful connections through tailored outdoor or studio settings. Our approach includes coordinating multiple subjects, incorporating pets and personal items, and providing directional guidance to create cohesive, joyful imagery that reflects each family's unique dynamic and personality.
Wedding Coverage
Comprehensive wedding documentation captures ceremony details, formal portraits, and candid moments with artistic composition and lighting techniques. Services include pre-wedding consultations, timeline coordination, and post-event editing to deliver timeless images that preserve the emotional essence of your special day.
Professional Headshots
Corporate and professional headshots focus on creating polished, confident imagery for career-related needs. Sessions include background selection, lighting optimization, and subtle retouching to produce professional-quality images suitable for resumes, websites, and business profiles.
Couples Sessions
Couples photography captures relationship dynamics through interactive posing and location-based storytelling. Our approach emphasizes natural chemistry between partners, with guidance on positioning and expressions to create intimate, emotionally resonant images that celebrate romantic connections.
People
Claire Stubbs
Owner & Lead Photographer
Washington native with 10 years of professional photography experience specializing in portraiture. Graduated from Montana State University with foundational skills in digital photography. Known for creating comfortable environments that produce authentic, high-quality images through personalized client interaction.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in senior portraits, family photography, wedding coverage, professional headshots, and couples sessions with customizable options for each service.
How do I select my favorite photos after a session?
Clients receive access to an online review gallery with all unedited images, allowing you to choose preferred shots for final retouching within 10 days.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept Venmo payments, personal checks made payable to Claire Stubbs, or cash payments on the day of your session.
Can I bring props or personal items to my session?
Yes! We encourage clients to bring meaningful props like sports equipment, books, or sentimental items to personalize their portraits and showcase individuality.
What happens if it rains during an outdoor session?
Sessions may be rescheduled due to weather at the photographer's discretion. We prioritize client safety and image quality by avoiding shooting in rain conditions.
How long do I have to access my final photos?
Final images remain accessible in your private online gallery for one year after the session date, with editing adjustments available for one month.
