Nico Salgado Photography Presents

The Timeless
Portrait Lounge

A Live Editorial Portrait Experience for Your Guests

"Not a photo booth — a live, guided portrait session styled like a magazine shoot."

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"Your guests step in for a 2–3 minute guided session
and leave with a portrait they'll actually keep."

The Timeless Portrait Lounge

The Experience

Portrait Sessions,
Not Party Gimmicks

The Timeless Portrait Lounge transforms your reception or gala into a curated editorial experience. Guests don't pose awkwardly in front of a prop wall — they're coached, lit, and photographed like the subjects of a fashion magazine.

Every portrait reflects genuine elegance. Clean backgrounds, intentional light, and expert direction produce images that look nothing like an event snapshot — and everything like a portrait someone keeps for decades.

01
Editorial Lighting Classic one-light setups — timeless, flattering, never harsh flash photography.
02
Expert Coaching Included Every guest receives confident, personalized direction — no awkward posing.
03
Real Portraits People Use LinkedIn headshots, professional profiles, social media — guests walk away with something valuable.
04
Runs Alongside Your Event 60–90 guests through in 2–3 hours without disrupting the flow of your evening.

Signature

The Signature Lounge

$1,900

2-hour minimum

  • Up to 2 hours of coverage
  • Up to 40 guests
  • 1 lightly retouched image per guest
  • Private delivery gallery within 7–10 days
  • Classic portrait setup with luxury backdrop
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Prestige

The Prestige Lounge

$2,900

3 hours · Most requested

  • Up to 3 hours of coverage
  • Up to 70 guests
  • 1 lightly retouched image per guest
  • Priority 10 days delivery
  • Classic portrait setup with luxury backdrop
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Black Tie

Black Tie Lounge

$3,900

4 hours · Unlimited guests

  • Up to 4 hours of coverage
  • Unlimited guests within time
  • 2 images per guest (or 1 portrait + 1 group)
  • Priority 10 days delivery
  • Hero retouch for bride & groom
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Enhancements

Available Add-Ons

Extra Retouched Portrait
Per guest, additional image
$75
Priority Delivery
Full gallery within 5 days
$250
On-Site Prints
Dye-sub prints at the event
$350/hr

Host-Pays-Less Option

Split-Fee Model

Ideal when the couple wants the experience without a large line item. Host covers setup and your time; guests invest in their own portraits.

Host Fee: $1,250 / 2 hours
1 Digital Portrait$49
2 Digital Portraits$89
Magazine Retouch$149

The Process

How the Evening Unfolds

i
Setup & Prep
We arrive early, build the portrait environment, and integrate seamlessly into your event space.
ii
Guided Sessions
Guests are welcomed, coached on posing, and photographed in 2–3 minutes per session.
iii
Gallery Delivery
Each guest receives their lightly retouched portrait via private gallery link.
iv
Lasting Impression
Guests leave with a professional portrait — not a blurry event snapshot — from your celebration.

Occasions

Perfect For

I
Black-Tie Weddings A sophisticated addition to your reception — guests remember it long after the cake is gone.
II
Corporate Galas Executives and teams leave with professional headshots from your branded event.
III
Rehearsal Dinners Intimate, elevated — a beautiful companion experience to your wedding weekend.
IV
Welcome Parties & Galas Make a first impression that sets the tone for the entire celebration.

Reserve the Lounge

Your Guests Deserve
More Than a Photo Booth

Available for select dates in Metro Detroit and beyond · Inquire for availability

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Nico Salgado Photography · 7071 Orchard Lake Rd, West Bloomfield, MI