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PRIVATE PORTRAIT STUDIO

By private appointment

London, UK 

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COMMISSIONED PORTRAITURE FOR WOMEN AND FAMILIES

Once, families commissioned portraits to celebrate the people they loved most.

 

They weren't created to be seen only once or hidden away somewhere. They were made to be proudly displayed, lived with, and passed down through generations.

 

That tradition inspires everything I create today.

 

Through a bespoke, fully guided experience in my London studio, I create contemporary portrait artwork for women and families who believe that life's most meaningful chapters deserve to be preserved with elegance.

 

From pregnancy and early motherhood to the family you continue to build, each portrait is thoughtfully created to become part of your family's story for generations to come.

maternity. family. motherhood.

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Bespoke Portrait Experiences

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imagine your images as priceless art

Your photographs are not meant to be hidden away on a hard drive, seen once and forgotten. They are meant to be held, touched, displayed and treasured by you and your family.

 

From handcrafted Italian folio boxes and storybook albums to beautifully framed portraits and archival prints on the same exceptional Arches paper used by artists including Picasso and Matisse, every piece is chosen for its craftsmanship, beauty and permanence.

Each item is crafted to fit into your home as a priceless work of art.

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I'm Rafaela

celebrate. uplift. empower.

It’s my life’s mission to help celebrate, uplift and empower women around me. Whether I do it through capturing their inner essence and allowing it to shine to the world, or being there to listen and encourage someone on their path, it is always with the intention of love and empowerment. Because when we start to value ourselves, others will start to value us too. 

Together, let's uncover the woman you have always dreamed of seeing in photos.

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An experience like no other

What's included: 

Shoot Design Session

Wardrobe Curated for You

Hair & Makeup

Fully Guided Photoshoot

Afternoon Tea

The Studio

Step into a warm, welcoming space just for you. A tranquil atmosphere is created as soon as you enter, with music playing, heated floors in the winter, air conditioning for the hot days and a beautiful selection of outfits and backdrops curated for your session. The studio is located one stop away from Stratford, with step-free access and parking nearby.
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READY TO MAKE MAGIC TOGETHER?

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