Custom Portraits

An Artful Celebration of You

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At Mo Lima Photography, every portrait session is designed as a personal experience. With expert styling, guided posing, and magazine-style polish, portraits reveal the best version of you: natural, confident, radiant.

A custom portrait session is more than photographs. It’s a chance to celebrate who you are right now, capturing the strength, warmth, and individuality that deserve to be remembered. Your portraits become part of your story — art to cherish today and a legacy for tomorrow.

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A confident middle-aged man with a gray beard and hair, wearing a black t-shirt with tattooed arms crossed, standing against a black background.
A woman with long black hair, wearing a white sleeveless top and green pleated pants, is sitting on a stool against a textured, light-colored background.
A woman in a long navy blue dress with decorative sheer and beaded shoulder panels posed in front of a black background, smiling and holding the fabric of her dress.
Family portrait of four people with three women and one man, standing close together and smiling, in a well-lit studio with a white background, framed and hanging on a gray wall.
A man and woman in elegant attire, close together with eyes closed, sharing an intimate moment against a black background.
A smiling woman with shoulder-length gray hair wearing a black, sparkly dress and jewelry against a dark background.
Two women, one younger and one older, hugging each other and smiling, against a dark background.
A smiling woman with curly brown hair, wearing red lipstick, a black dress with thin straps, and a sheer black scarf, against a dark background.
A woman with reddish-brown hair styled in loose curls, smiling with red lipstick, wearing a sleeveless denim dress, standing against a textured gray-green background.
Image of a woman with short red hair wearing a black, sequined, off-the-shoulder dress, with a dark background and green fabric in the background.
A smiling Black man with a bald head and gray beard, wearing a black textured blazer, a black patterned shirt, and silver jewelry, sitting on a white stool against a plain gray background.
A woman with short blonde hair, dressed in a black sleeveless dress, wearing pearl jewelry and black gloves, posing against a gray background while holding black glasses in her hand.
A woman sitting against a black backdrop, wearing a red sleeveless top and dark jeans, with long black hair styled in waves.
Woman with black wavy hair wearing a white button-up shirt and ripped jeans, sitting on a white chair against a gray background.
A woman with short dark hair wearing a black top with decorative silver trim, standing with arms crossed, smiling, against a gradient dark background.
A woman with dark hair styled in loose curls, wearing a black off-the-shoulder gown with floral accents, smiling and standing against a dark background.
A smiling family of three, a woman, a man, and a young boy, posing together against a plain gray background.
A woman with short blonde hair, wearing a black sleeveless dress with a long train, sitting on a stool with her right leg crossed over her left leg, standing against a plain gray background.
Portrait of an older man with gray hair and beard, wearing glasses and a striped button-up shirt against a black background.
A woman with blonde, curly hair smiling, wearing a silver sequin top and star-shaped earrings, resting her head on her hand against a dark background.
A young woman in a black satin gown with a thigh-high slit, sitting against a dark background.
An older woman with gray hair wearing a black lace top and black skirt, standing against a dark background.
A woman with short, curly hair wearing earrings and a green sheer fabric draped around her shoulders, looking at the camera.
A woman with long wavy brown hair wearing a white lace top and floral earrings, looking at the camera.
A young woman with long, wavy brown hair wearing large white earrings and a black off-the-shoulder outfit, against a dark background.
A woman with gray hair wearing a black hat with a decorative band, black blazer, black shirt, and blue jeans, sitting against a dark background, holding sunglasses.
A woman with black shoulder-length hair, wearing a purple satin off-the-shoulder top with a knot in the front, a black skirt with a slit, a silver bracelet, a necklace, and red lipstick, standing against a black background.
A bald man wearing a white shirt and a blue suit sitting on a white stool against a plain gray background.
A woman with braided hair styled in an updo, wearing a red sleeveless dress, gold hoop earrings, and a gold necklace, sitting against a dark background.
A smiling young woman with dark hair and a young man with light brown hair standing close together, with the woman touching the man's chest and both looking at the camera, against a neutral gray background.
Portrait of a woman with braided hair smiling, wearing a purple velvet jacket and jewelry against a brown background.
A woman with short gray hair wearing a bright blue dress and jewelry, smiling and sitting with her hand resting on her chin against a neutral background.
A woman with dark hair wearing a striped V-neck sweater and jewelry, looking off to the side against a plain gray background.
A young girl giving a kiss on the cheek to an older woman, possibly her mother, both dressed in black and wearing jewelry, against a dark background.
Three people sitting together on a black background, smiling for a photo
A woman with short red hair smiling while wearing a strapless royal blue dress and earrings, standing against a textured green-gray background.
A portrait photograph of a smiling woman with short blond hair, wearing a black sleeveless top and earrings, displayed on a black background. The portrait is mounted on a dark wall.
Portrait of an older African American woman with gray dreadlocks, smiling and posing confidently against a dark background, wearing a black dress and jewelry.
A woman with gray hair wearing a black hat, black blazer, and blue jeans, sitting against a dark background, holding sunglasses in her right hand.
A smiling woman with dark skin, curly black hair, wearing a black sleeveless top with see-through fabric, a pearl necklace, and pearl earrings, posing against a dark background.
A loving embrace between a man and a woman with their eyes closed, gentle smiles, and peaceful expressions, set against a dark background.
A woman with dark hair and red lipstick lying on a black fur blanket, smiling at the camera, wearing a burgundy satin top.
A woman with short blonde hair, wearing a black top and dark pants, sitting on a black-draped stool against a dark background, smiling at the camera.
A young woman and an older woman sitting together in front of a textured brown background. The young woman has long black hair and is wearing a sleeveless white dress. The older woman has black hair styled in curls, wearing a white jacket with gold d
A portrait of an older man with gray hair and a beard, wearing a black shirt, gold jewelry, and posing against a black background.
A woman with curly gray hair sitting on the floor, leaning on her folded arms on a wooden table, wearing a black dress with lace details and long earrings, smiling at the camera against a dark background.
Two women with silver hair and dark makeup, wearing sparkly dresses, embracing and smiling with their eyes closed. One in a pink dress, the other in a black dress with glitter. They are wearing jewelry and have pink and blue nails.
Living room with a large framed family portrait on the wall, a white couch with pillows, and decorative plants.

Every portrait tells a story. Let’s create yours.

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Two framed photos of a group of four young women and a girl in casual clothing on a white wall in a bedroom.
A woman with short blonde hair and a young girl with braided hair embrace and share a kiss in front of a large portrait on a wall. The portrait depicts the same woman and girl in a close, affectionate pose. The wall is painted dark, and a side table with decorative items and the word "LOVE" spelled out is visible below the portrait.

Why Portraits Matter

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Clients Kind Words

  • woman's portrait

    “The whole experience was as special as the portraits themselves.”

    Mo is intuitive, kind, provides great instructions and truly enjoys being a photographer. Her studio is beautiful!! I truly felt like a princess the minute I stepped into the studio. Mo helped me to be more confident and we even had a few laugh out loud moments! Who knew getting pictures done can be so fun and exciting? The end result of our pictures were AMAZING!! — E. Monroe

  • Man's headshot

    "I would strongly recommend Mo Lima" Photography!

    Working with Mo is easy and such a pleasant experience. The overwhelming positive reaction by my family, friends, associates and clients to the photos she took was awesome! — J. Lyons

  • Woman's portrait

    “I’ve never felt so confident in front of a camera.”

    Loved that Mo clearly explained & modeled her expectations & methods to achieve a high quality photoshoot experience. Her office is clean & attractive. Overall, Mo is very gracious and professional. — Y. Henderson

  • Woman's headshot

    "I finally see myself the way I always hoped I would“

    The whole experience and set up was so wonderful. “Personal touch” does not begin to describe it. Every detail is thought out and explained. Mo puts you at ease and guides you through how to be photogenic—which I started the session clarifying, I’m not! — R. Carawan

  • Man's headshot

    "Mo was absolutely AMAZING!"

    She was thorough in explaining each step in the process. She was also supportive with decisions, while also providing professional feedback and suggestions. I appreciate her professionalism and dedication to providing the best experience possible. Well done! — J. Edmonds

 

The Process

 

  1. Pre-Consultation

A relaxed conversation in the studio or by phone to learn more about you, answer questions, and schedule your session.

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2. Design Consultation

Together we’ll plan your session — from wardrobe and makeup to the mood of your portraits. Every detail is considered so the photo experience feels effortless.

 
 

3. The Photo Session

Step into the studio and enjoy a fully guided experience. Professional makeup, hair touchups, and wardrobe styling ensure confidence from the start. Multiple looks and guided posing create portraits that feel like you, beautifully elevated.

 
 

4. The Reveal & Order

One week later, return to see your culled and retouched portraits for the first time. Choose only what you love, with options ranging from handcrafted wall art to elegant portrait collections. Each print includes its matching digital.

✨Sessions begin at $790 for individuals. Portrait collections begin at $1200. Each portrait is an investment in artwork designed to last a lifetime.

FAQs

  • We recommend that you book your custom portrait or brand portrait at least 3 weeks in advance. To book and hold your date, you’ll confirm with payment.

    We only hold a few sessions per month. Availabiliy is limited to ensure each client receives the highest level of care. It's never too early to get on the schedule!

  • Plan to spend three hours at our studio for full portrait and branding sessions. Hair and makeup take 45 to 90 minutes, the photo shoot can take up to 2 additional hours based upon the number of wardrobe changes.

  • The reveal session is your chance to see and purchase the images and products you want. You’ll come back to the studio to see and select from digital proofs of your photos. I’ll guide you through the process. You’ll have a chance to see and touch product samples and decide what you would like to purchase during the session.

  • Yes, each full-size digital costs the same as an individual portrait print. But when you purchase prints or wall art, you’ll also receive a matching shareable, digital file.

    Headshots and Business/Brand Portraits are delivered as digitals only.

  • Yes, your photos will look like you on your very best day. I retouch each image with a gentle hand, smoothing out blemishes, removing any dark shadows, or fixing unwanted folds in clothing.

 

Schedule a Discovery Phone Call

Let’s talk about your vision and the photographs you really want. Choose a time for your discovery call. Enter your info and be ready for us to call you at the time you select. (Need to talk sooner? Call 770-203-1571, Monday through Friday, 9:30 am to 5:30 pm)

 

 Need to talk sooner? Give us a call Monday - Friday, 9:30am - 5:30pm at (770) 203-1571

 
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Mo Lima Photography, LLC

Call or Text: (770) 203-1571

Studio:
11675 Century Drive
Alpharetta, GA 30009

By Appointment Only

 

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