artistic black and white portrait of a woman putting on her black blazer by Vancouver Portrait photographer Michele Mateus
Black and white fine art portrait of a dancer by Vancouver photographer Michele Mateus

reminding you of who the fuck you are

Vancouver Portraits

Editorial isn’t reserved for magazines. It’s for you.


You don’t need to know how to pose. You need intention. A mood, an energy, a story that means something to you. All you have to do is show up, you can leave the art direction up to me.

Come in as yourself, leave feeling like a total badass.

let’s chat

“Michele is warm, funny, artistic, and incredibly creative. Her relaxed and playful demeanour immediately putting me at ease.” ~Dee Clarke

Black and white portrait of Shruti Ramani against a artistic canvas backdrop wearing a sparkly suit created by Michele Mateus
: Black and white portrait photographed by Michele Mateus, Vancouver portrait photographer
Portrait of an Asian woman lying on the ground with dramatic lighting on her face by Vancouver portrait editorial photographer michele mateus

Woman in minimalist contemporary portrait with soft romantic aesthetic and pink roses draped over her shoulder.
Portrait of a Palestinian Woman wearing a keffiyeh by Vancouver Portrait Photographer Michele Mateus
Editorial Portrait of an women in her sixties on a vintage couch in a warehouse taken by vancouver portrait photographer Michele Mateus
Contemporary Black and white portrait of a woman leaning against a stool with a hoodie and sweater on and suit pants and jacket against a concrete wall photographed by Michele Mateus
Artistic vertical portrait, unconventional personal branding photography Vancouver

I’m ready when you are, hit that button and book a chat.


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vancouver Portrait photoshoot faqs

I sure do, all rad humans are welcome here. I do have personal boundaries around intimate/boudoir photoshoots so please share your vision and I can share if I am able to bring it to life.

Minimalist, editorial, and emotionally driven. I work primarily in black and white with clean compositions, intentional styling, and a focus on mood and depth. My aesthetic is understated yet powerful. Images that breathe with quiet intensity rather than shout for attention.


Artistry over conformity, always. I’m not interested in making you look perfect.
I’m here to reflect you back yourself as you are.That’s my whole philosophy.

I have two types of collections: digital and art collections. Full pricing can be found on my pricing page. Photoshoots start at $1300 and what you invest in is totally up to you.

You can add hair and makeup to any type of Vancouver photoshoot that I offer. I will set up my
preferred professional hair and makeup artist to pamer you.

Photoshoots can take place in my studio (ideal for one person looking for a minimalist editorial vibe) or can be on location in Greater Vancouver.
Travel fees may apply.

I like to suggest 4 weeks before your desired date
so that you have time to prepare with ease.

I believe in consent, and will ask your permission before I share your photos.

As I believe connection is key to having amazing photos the next step is setting up a call with me
so you can share your vision and ask me all the questions you may have. If we feel like a good fit
then I get you booked in and the fun begins!

let’s do this
Dramatic fine art portrait of a woman against a black background by Vancouver Portrait Photographer Michele Mateus