How Much Do Headshots Cost in Denver?
An honest 2026 pricing guide — what Denver photographers charge, what drives the price, and exactly what a session costs at Draper Studios. No hidden fees, no “call for pricing.”
What drives the price of a headshot
What's actually included
A low session fee often means every retouched image costs extra. Always compare the total for the images you'll actually walk away with.
Retouching quality
Professional retouching — natural skin, color correction, no plastic airbrushing — is skilled work. It's often the difference between tiers.
Direction & experience
You're paying for someone who can direct expression and posture, not just operate a camera. That's what makes you look like yourself.
Turnaround
Many studios deliver in 1–2 weeks. Faster delivery, same-day proofs, and licensing rights included all add value.
Draper Studios Pricing
Every session includes full direction, a private proof gallery, professional retouching, and high-resolution files with complete usage rights.
Professional Headshots
$395
- One directed session — approximately 45 minutes
- Two retouched final images — chosen from your proof gallery
- Same-day proof gallery, finals in 48 hours
- Additional images $50 each
Actor Headshots
From $325
- 1–3 character looks
- 1 retouched image per look
- Direction built on casting types
- Digital 8x10 casting crops included
- Same-day proofs, finals in 48 hours
Personal Branding
From $750
- 8–24 finished images
- Planning, wardrobe and location guidance
- Studio and on-location options
- Content gallery with larger collections
- Starts with a 15-minute planning call
Team Headshots
From $895$99–149 per person
- On-site studio at your office
- Employees pick images on the spot
- Retouched & delivered in 48 hours
- Fully insured — COI on request
Team Pricing by Group Size
| Team size | Per person | Example total |
|---|---|---|
| 5–9 people | $149 | 8 people = $1,192 |
| 10–24 people | $119 | 15 people = $1,785 |
| 25+ people | $99 | 30 people = $2,970 |
On-site sessions have an $895 minimum, so groups of five or six are quoted at $895. Above that, the per-person rate applies.
Pricing Questions, Answered
Why not just get the cheapest headshot?
You can get a competent $150 headshot in Denver. But a headshot is usually the first thing someone sees before deciding to hire you, book you, or trust you. The difference between “fine” and “that's the person I want to work with” is direction, lighting, and retouching — which is what the price reflects.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. The session price includes everything listed, and additional retouched images are a flat $50 each for headshot sessions. You'll never get a surprise licensing fee — full personal and commercial usage rights are included.
How does your pricing compare to other Denver studios?
Most established Denver headshot studios charge $295–$525 for an individual session, so $395 sits in the middle of the range. The difference isn't the price. It's that every session is directed start to finish, and you get proofs the same day and finished images within 48 hours — not in a week or two.
Do you offer discounts for multiple people?
Yes — team pricing starts at 5 people and drops per person as the group grows. See the table above, or reach out for a custom quote within 24 hours.
Ready for an image that matches where you are now?
Downtown Denver studio or on-location across the metro. Same-day proof galleries. Transparent pricing, no surprises.
Book Your SessionPricing current as of August 2026. Market ranges based on published rates from Denver-area photography studios.