Black and white studio teen portrait photography by Smallish Photo Studio in Seattle Capitol Hill showing two teenage sisters standing arm-in-arm and laughing in jeans and sweaters against a white backdrop.

Teen Portraits

The best teen portraits aren't about stiff poses or polite, forced smiles.

They happen in the quiet beat between laughs. When a genuine, unfiltered smirk slips past their guard. When they look straight into the camera, confident and entirely themselves.

That's what we photograph. Not poses. Who they are right now.

  • White abstract geometric plant or flower design on a bright yellow circular background.

    Natural & Simple Style

    Classic, timeless portraits of your teenager without props.

  • Icon of a coffee mug with a hanging tea bag inside it, on a yellow circular background.

    Relaxed Experience

    We allow lots of time in a fun and comfortable environment.

  • White diamond outline with three smaller star-like sparkles on a yellow circular background.

    Heirloom Print Products

    Archival-quality expertly curated products that last and will be cherished for generations.

Our process

  • Line drawing of a smiling customer service representative with headphones and a collar shirt.

    1. Consultation Call

    We’ll use this time to learn about your portrait goals and what artwork you’d like to create for your home and family.

  • Checklist on a clipboard with three checkmarks and a yellow pen beside it.

    2. Planning

    An in-person planning session and wardrobe consultation at the studio where we'll discuss all the details.

  • Two yellow balloons with strings, drawn in a simple, cartoon style.

    3. Photo Session

    Have fun and enjoy being in the studio as we have fun and take the time to get amazing portraits of your teen.

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    4. Ordering Appointment

    Following your photo session, we will meet to review your portraits and choose those you’d like to purchase.

About Smallish Studio

From drinks and snacks to a fully equipped changing table with Coterie diapering suppliers, we’ve thought of every last detail for you...so you don’t have to. You just get here. We’ll do the rest.

Located at 1113A 34th Avenue in Seattle, WA 98122

Relaxed black and white high school senior and teen portrait of brother and sister on a white studio couch in Madrona, Seattle.

CLIENT REVIEW

Christina captures images of my teens that are classic, unique, and take your breath away amazing. She is a natural at what she does. The kids are at ease from the very beginning, which makes for a great photo experience.

- LORI S.

Print products

  • Framed wall portrait featuring museum glass framing by Smallish Photo Studio in Seattle Madison Park showing a black and white baby portrait on a white dresser.

    Wall Portraits

    Choose from a curated selection of frame styles in the Studio and finish with Museum Glass® or Optium Museum Acrylic®.

  • Custom layflat baby album by Smallish Photo Studio in Seattle Kirkland displaying black and white infant portraits open on a table next to a yellow toy car.

    Albums

    Crafted by hand with custom bindery, each 12x12" album is a work of art tailored for your family to last for generations.

  • Matted fine art prints and folio display by Smallish Photo Studio in Seattle Denny Blaine showcasing black and white family portraits stacked on a table.

    Fine Art Prints

    For those who want their portraits printed in the most special way. Printed in the Studio on Hahnemühle fine art paper.

Satisfaction guarantee

At Smallish Photo Studio, completely delighting our customers is our top priority! We want you to be over the moon about the portraits we create for you, and if you’re not, we’ll offer a re-shoot to make sure we capture portraits you can’t live without.

How It Works

It starts with a phone call. You tell me about your teen, your home, and what you're hoping to create. And if you're not sure yet, that's my favorite place to start. I'll help with styling, we'll plan everything together, and then you show up, have the best time, and I’ll take care of the rest.