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My photography style could be described as..

Writer's picture: Perla DiazPerla Diaz

Updated: Jan 19

Yada yada yada—we’ve all heard it takes time for an artist to find their signature style. Now, ten years into my photography journey, I can finally say I’ve arrived, and guess what? It’s true!

The funny thing is, my signature style was always there. Most photographers I know start by obsessing over the technicalities, and then the message comes later. I’ve always been the opposite. From day one, I’ve known what I like to capture and the story I want to tell. But back then? Technically, I was just pressing buttons on my camera until the photo matched the emotion I was feeling. Looking back, the composition, posing, and subject matter have always been "me." My editing, though? Let’s just say it’s come a long way!


The photo below is the oldest photo still on my portfolio!


close up of two ladies with 60's inspired makeup
DWF Magazine, 2014


Over the years, I’ve lost my voice and found it again more times than I can count. Bridging the gap between being a hobby artist and building a sustainable career forced me to explore nearly every genre and style imaginable. Creatively, I got lost catering to clients and chasing trends. Energetically, I burned out. At one point, my workflow and portfolio no longer felt like they belonged to me.


And it wasn’t just in photography where I saw this pattern. In my personal life, too—from best friend breakups to toxic workplaces—I kept giving away my power, over and over again.


But here’s the thing about losing yourself: every time you come back, you’re a little bolder, a little prouder, and so much more aligned with who you truly are. The parts of myself I once shrank away from, I now realize are my superpowers. And I proudly embrace them now. That’s where I am today. My photographic style has always told my story—bold, moody, proud. Empowered by the path that brought me here.


That’s exactly how I approach every photo job. I love identifying the essence of my clients or their products, delving into the path that brought us to this moment, and capturing them with a sense of confidence—not the surface-level kind tied to perfection, but a deep, authentic confidence. The kind that celebrates rawness, quirks, and the beauty in what others might choose to hide.


Our voice is always there.. sometimes we need just need to Return Back to Source..




Bold Imagery That’s Industry-Standard Yet Unique

I’ve spent years crafting images that honor my subjects' essence while staying authentic to my voice. My work is grounded, daring, and honest. It’s down-to-earth yet luxurious. It embraces contrasts, balances extremes, and highlights the complexities of humanity by celebrating the space in between, being right here and right now.


From black-and-white minimalism that quiets the noise to warm, earthy tones and timeless styling, my photography hits industry standards while still standing out. It's bold imagery that doesn’t just make a statement—it dares you to be yourself.


This is for the clients who value authenticity, who want to feel seen, who want to evoke meaningful connections with their audience. If that sounds like you, let’s create something powerful together.


Ready to tell your story? Let’s do it.

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