From Concept to Creation: Rose & Salt Turns 2
Zoe Black, founder of the Portland-based creative agency Rose & Salt Social, came to me with a bold vision: to celebrate her agency’s second birthday with a branding session that felt as vibrant, dynamic, and personality-packed as her work with hospitality brands. Her words? “I need bold & colorful brand portraits to celebrate Rose & Salt turning 2.”
Spoiler alert: we absolutely delivered that energy.
The Speak Your Language Booking Experience
Zoe first inquired on March 2nd. By March 4th, we’d already had our connection call, sent the proposal, and locked it in. That quick turnaround speaks volumes to how aligned we were — a true creative click.
Over the next three weeks, we co-created the vision. From curating props (like a custom pink + red cherry cake by Sugar Me Syd), to building a set that felt editorial-meets-playful, the planning process was a collaborative dream.
Thinking about styling your own creative shoot for your brand? Reach out, I’d love to help.
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The Session: Bold, Branded, and Tailored To You
Shot at a creative studio in Portland (Cobalt Studios PDX), the session was full of crisp studio lighting, clean white backdrops, giggly celebratory moments, and wardrobe changes that showcased both boss energy and creative freedom.
We shot Zoe with her camera and her cake, a few disco balls, white roses (a nod to her Iranian roots) — even the red suit got its moment.
This was no stiff, overly curated brand shoot. It was a session that felt like Zoe: confident, fun, and ready to take up space on her Instagram feed.
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The Delivery – An Honest Depiction of A Photo Editing Timeline
Zoe’s final gallery was delivered on April 19th — less than a month after the session — complete with edited selects and the option to purchase more. Her testimonial speaks for itself:
“In the end, I LOVED my photos and they were exactly what I was hoping for. If you’re seeking photography services, Mewphotovideo is IT!”
Why not celebrate your own business milestones and accomplishments with a creative photography session like Zoe’s?
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The Transformation – From Photoshoot Inquiry to Celebrating A Bold Brand
Before: A founder with a clear vision and a need for imagery that truly reflected her personality.
After: A bold, cohesive suite of images that scream Zoe + Rose & Salt — colorful, creative, and ready to shine across social platforms, client decks, and her website.
This is the power of Speak Your Language: custom photo sessions designed to reflect your essence, not some boring branding formula.
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FAQs
What is the Speak Your Language session?
Speak Your Language is a strategic branding photography session (and videography if you choose that tier) designed to visually elevate your brand and reflect your unique personality and visual identity through bespoke studio photography. It’s built for creative entrepreneurs who want visuals that feel like them — not a template and are meant to convert.
How long is the session and what does it include?
The photo-only option includes up to 3 hours of shoot time, set/styling consultation, and a custom gallery of professionally edited images with the option to purchase more.
The photo + video option includes 4 hours of shoot time, set/styling consultation, and a custom gallery of professionally edited imagery cohesively curated to your brand and ready to convert.
Who is this for?
Creative service providers, founders, artists, and entrepreneurs — especially those in Portland, OR and Austin, TX — who are ready to step into a bold visual identity.
What makes Speak Your Language different from a standard headshot session?
This isn’t your typical “sit and smile” shoot. Speak Your Language is immersive, expressive, and fully designed around you and your brand. Think art direction, intentional props, and brand clarity baked into every frame. Strategic, aesthetic, + personalized.
Can I hire a makeup + hair artist?
Yes! If you want to be glammed up for your session (highly recommend), I work with some very talented makeup + hair artists that would love to pamper you for your photoshoot.
This add on starts at $350 and covers the cost of the MUAH + the extra hour for getting ready. Please inquire for more details.
Ready for Your Own Branding Glow-Up?
Whether you’re a creative business owner in Portland, Oregon or Austin, Texas, you deserve visuals that speak fluently in your brand’s voice. Speak Your Language without even saying a word- because your new imagery does the talking 😉
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