Musician Portraits–Framing the Artist
As a Classical Musician turned photographer I feel connected to my subjects. Music photography is a specialty niche and one that I am passionate about. Music is such an intangible art, and when someone can’t hear you play, your headshot is the next best tool you have to showcase your personality. Representing yourself with quality imagery is so imperative in this business.
Suzette Niess specializes in photographing headshots for musicians in the Washington DC region. A graduate of Shenandoah Conservatory and George Mason University and a former member of The United States Army Band "Pershing's Own" in Washington, DC, Suzette is passionate about supporting the careers of her fellow musicians.
THE MINI
Includes one outfit, gray background,
and one fully retouched high resolution digital image.
$175
THE MAESTRO
Includes up to three outfits, 50 digital proofs,
and three fully retouched high resolution digital images
$285
THE PRODUCER
Includes a variety of poses
(headshot, full & partial length, sitting, and standing)
in studio with multiple backgrounds
or at a location of your choosing,
three outfits, 50+ digital proofs,
and five fully retouched high resolution digital images.
$375
It isn’t just about getting a great picture — it’s about capturing a version of you that feels authentic.
For musicians and many other creative professionals, your image is your currency. A photo has the ability to influence the timbre of your career before you even play a note. It’s all about owning your space, making choices that align with who you are, and trusting that your audience will meet you there. It’s also a chance to stand up proudly dressed in your own self-image. It goes beyond simply having a press kit; it’s about creating a presence that feels true to you.
I’ve found that it’s rare for a client to come to me with a fully formed concept in mind. My job is to help bring that vision to life. Together we will collaborate to create images that capture a version of you that feels authentic. You would not go into a chamber music rehearsal expecting one person to run the entire session, and it’s the same with my photo shoots.
Ideally, there is a moment that happens in every shoot where the guard drops. It’s a small shift: a dash of candor in the eyes, the fullness after a deep breath, a beautiful angle following a small release in your shoulders. That’s what I’m looking for.