Listen "Does Your Portfolio Pass The Vogue Test?"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Amber and Marie break down why some images feel instantly high-end while others unintentionally read budget. They explore the visual cues that define luxury photography and share the intentional choices that elevate a portfolio. From lighting and color to posing, wardrobe, and curation, you will learn how to audit your work through the lens of The Vogue Test and shape a portfolio that attracts premium clients.
What We Cover
The core elements that create luxury imagery
Why intentional lighting is the strongest indicator of a high end brand
How consistency in edit, color, and mood builds trust with premium clients
The importance of natural skin tones, movement, and connection
How confident direction elevates posing and client experience
Why wardrobe choices dramatically affect perceived value
Common visual mistakes that quietly read budget
Different luxury aesthetics and what makes each of them elevated
How to use The Vogue Test to refine your portfolio
A simple process to curate a more cohesive, luxury aligned body of work
Key Takeaways
Luxury is built on intention and clarity
Beautiful light, clean color, and refined posing elevate even simple locations
Strong curation is one of the fastest ways to transform your portfolio
Removing budget cues immediately raises perceived value
A luxury portfolio is tight, cohesive, and aligned with your artistic vision
If you are ready to refine your portfolio and create a more elevated brand presence, stay tuned for upcoming resources.
Share this episode with a photographer who is ready to move into a luxury lane
Follow us on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/light_livin_photography/
https://www.instagram.com/marie.elizabeth.photo/https://lightlivinphotography.com/
Marie: https://marie-elizabethphotography.com/
The Vogue Test Worksheet
What We Cover
The core elements that create luxury imagery
Why intentional lighting is the strongest indicator of a high end brand
How consistency in edit, color, and mood builds trust with premium clients
The importance of natural skin tones, movement, and connection
How confident direction elevates posing and client experience
Why wardrobe choices dramatically affect perceived value
Common visual mistakes that quietly read budget
Different luxury aesthetics and what makes each of them elevated
How to use The Vogue Test to refine your portfolio
A simple process to curate a more cohesive, luxury aligned body of work
Key Takeaways
Luxury is built on intention and clarity
Beautiful light, clean color, and refined posing elevate even simple locations
Strong curation is one of the fastest ways to transform your portfolio
Removing budget cues immediately raises perceived value
A luxury portfolio is tight, cohesive, and aligned with your artistic vision
If you are ready to refine your portfolio and create a more elevated brand presence, stay tuned for upcoming resources.
Share this episode with a photographer who is ready to move into a luxury lane
Follow us on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/light_livin_photography/
https://www.instagram.com/marie.elizabeth.photo/https://lightlivinphotography.com/
Marie: https://marie-elizabethphotography.com/
The Vogue Test Worksheet
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