A woman in white pants poses among dramatic driftwood on a sandy beach under a cloudy sky.

High school graduation is a major milestone—but traditional, stiff studio portraits with fake backdrops and forced smiles completely miss the mark. You don’t live your life in a box, so your portraits shouldn't be shot in one either.

Celebrate your graduation with a custom, on-location portrait experience. DeStasio Photography specializes in high-contrast lifestyle photography that captures your genuine personality, energy, and style in a relaxed setting. From local parks to gritty urban backdrops around the Pittsburgh area, we’ll find the perfect spot to tell your story.

Young woman in blue tank top and white skirt poses on a tree-lined road in a serene outdoor portrait.

essential package

From $350

A focused session for a few high-impact shots.

Duration: 45 minutes (1 location / 1 outfit).

Deliverables: A curated gallery of 15+ professionally color-graded images, including 5 "Signature Retouched" images of your choice.

Black and white portrait of a curly-haired teen with glasses leaning on a wooden fence outdoors.

signature package

FROM $550

Our most popular experience for variety in look and location.

Duration: 90 minutes (up to 2 locations / 3 outfit changes).

Deliverables: A curated gallery of 35+ professionally color-graded images, including 15 "Signature Retouched" images of your choice.

Smiling redhead teen girl with glasses poses outdoors against vibrant autumn foliage background.

PREMIUM PAckage

FROM $ 800

The ultimate celebration with time for sports, hobbies, and multiple looks.

Duration: 3 hours (unlimited outfits / multiple locations).

Deliverables: A full gallery of 60+ professionally color-graded images, including 30 Signature Retouched images of your choice + a $100 professional print credit.

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Packages

How do I select my package and share my vision?

Our booking process is completely streamlined to protect your time. First, request your preferred date and time on our calendar. Once submitted, you will automatically receive a tailored survey via email. This is where you will select your desired session collection (Essential, Signature, or Premium) and share your specific vision for outfits, locations, and the overall style vibe.

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What is the difference between "color-graded" and "signature Retouched" images?

Every single image delivered in your initial selection gallery undergoes professional global color-grading—adjusting exposure, contrast, and tone to meet our high-contrast brand standard. A "Signature Retouched" image is a final selection chosen by you that receives meticulous, detailed hand-editing (including skin blemish removal, stray hair control, and distracting background cleanup) for a flawless finish.

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What is the standard turnaround time for galleries?

Because we meticulously process and hand-edit our images to meet commercial quality standards rather than rushing out unpolished snapshots, your initial color-graded selection gallery will be delivered within 10 to 14 business days following your session.

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what happens if the weather doesn't cooperate?

Since all of our premium lifestyle sessions are shot on location around the Pittsburgh area, outdoor conditions matter. If heavy rain or extreme weather prevents us from shooting, your booking is fully transferable to a mutually agreed-upon rain date within the same seasonal window.

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Do my digital downloads include a print release, or am I required to buy physical prints through you?

Every finalized session collection includes high-resolution digital downloads of your delivered images accompanied by a personal print release. You have full permission to use these files to print your photos at any commercial lab of your choice, design custom graduation announcements, or share them on your personal social media accounts. DeStasio Photography retains the ultimate artistic copyright.

Note on Convenience: While you are entirely free to print elsewhere, premium, lab-grade physical prints and canvases can be ordered directly through your secure Pixieset gallery with a single click. For clients booking The Premium package, a $100 professional print credit is pre-loaded directly into your gallery store for maximum convenience.

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Close-up portrait of a young blonde girl with a cross necklace in a softly blurred forest setting.

Smiling graduate in white ruffled dress and mortarboard cap poses in a classic black and white portrait.

Secure your portrait date

Ready to ditch the traditional studio and build a milestone gallery that authentically reflects your style? Click below to launch your rapid date request. I personally review all incoming inquiries against my corporate travel and active youth sports coaching schedule to guarantee absolute calendar availability before finalizing your quote and contract.

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