Portraits of You | A Guide to the Photographic Experience
Portraits of You is not just a photoshoot — it’s a guided experience of self-discovery and presence. Through gentle direction, cinematic light, and honest connection, we create timeless portraits that reveal who you truly are beneath the surface.
we create images of you, not as you should be; but as you truly are.
Cinematic and authentic storytelling
A fine art experience.
Not just a photo shoot but a portrait commission.
This is not about branding. It’s about seeing yourself—clearly, gently, truthfully.
Portraits of You is a guided photography experience rooted in self-discovery. We shape the creative direction together.
With over 25 years of experience as a director, actress and producer in film, theatre, and storytelling, I help you step into the frame as yourself, no performance, just presence.
We’ll explore how you want to be seen, how you want to feel and what story your face, body and energy carry; right now, in this chapter of your life.
The result:
honest, cinematic portraits that feel like you.
See the Story: 13 Photography Exercises to Train Your Eye for Meaning
Discover 13 powerful photography exercises designed to help you see the world through a more intentional, storytelling lens. Created by 88 Productions, a Singapore-based creative agency led by award-winning filmmaker and photographer Theodora Voutsa, this guide is perfect for photographers of all levels who want to deepen their visual storytelling skills. Learn how to capture emotion, presence, and authenticity with prompts that mirror a documentary-style approach. Whether you’re shooting for personal growth or professional development, these exercises will train your eye to notice the moments that matter. Book a session or private photography class with 88 Productions to take your storytelling further.
At 88 Productions, we believe photography is not just about capturing an image — it’s about honoring presence. It’s about noticing the breath between moments, the glance before the laugh, the pause before someone speaks. It’s where the real story lives.
Founded by filmmaker and storyteller Theodora Voutsa, 88 Productions has always stood at the intersection of emotion and art. With over two decades of experience behind and in front of the camera, Theodora’s approach to photography is rooted in deep listening, visual poetry, and documentary-style truth. Whether we’re working with families, creatives, or brands, we always return to the same question: What does this moment mean?
These 13 exercises were created to help you begin to see like a documentarian — to move beyond taking a picture, and instead, start keeping a memory. Each prompt invites you to slow down and explore how to tell a story with light, timing, and intention.
1. A Day in a Life (Yours)
Document your own day — but do it like a stranger walking through your world for the first time. From bedhead to bedtime, trace the rhythm of your life. Look for gestures, rituals, stillness. Don’t pose anything. Just witness.
2. Shoot with One Emotion in Mind
Choose a single emotion — joy, nostalgia, tension, calm — and let it guide your lens for the day. Let your intuition pick the moments. Pay attention to how that emotion shapes color, light, and composition.
3. 10 Frames, One Room
Choose one room. Stay put. You’re only allowed 10 frames. That’s it. Wait for something real — a movement, a glance, a shift in light. The constraint will force you to see differently.
4. Stranger, One Portrait
Ask a stranger for their portrait. But make it more than a click. Ask their name. Ask where they’re headed. Then take the photo after the connection is made.
5. Shoot Through Something
Curtains. Glass. Fences. Mirrors. Photograph through something to introduce layers — mystery, intimacy, story. Let the viewer feel like they’re peeking into a scene they weren’t supposed to see.
6. Photograph Absence
Sometimes what’s missing tells the story. An empty chair. A pair of worn shoes. A jacket left behind. Let the photograph suggest presence through absence.
7. “Yes, and…”: The Improv Exercise
Take one photo. Then take another that responds to it. Keep building. Like visual improv. Frame by frame, create a story without planning it.
8. The 5-Sense Series
Choose a single location. Photograph it through all five senses. What does it smell like? What textures live there? How does the light sound? Capture sensory layers through imagery.
9. Shoot Without Looking
Set your camera at hip level. Don’t look through the viewfinder. Move through a space and click when something feels right. Embrace the surprise. See what your instinct sees.
10. Capture Contrasts
Find opposites and hold them in a frame: light and dark, stillness and motion, old and new. Every contrast is a tension, and tension makes story.
11. A Portrait Without a Face
Photograph someone without showing their face. Let their posture, hands, clothing, or space tell us who they are. Leave room for imagination.
12. Same Street, Different Story
Walk the same street at three different times of day — morning, afternoon, night. Watch how it changes. The people, the sounds, the quality of light. Everything is a story of time.
13. The Unseen Self-Portrait
Take a self-portrait without your face. Let your presence be known through what you leave behind — your coffee cup, your shoes, your half-written journal. Make it quiet. Make it real.
Photography is a kind of mindfulness. A way of paying attention. Try one or two of these exercises each week — not to take the perfect shot, but to learn how to see with more depth, more tenderness, more curiosity.
When you’re ready to take it further, we’re here — whether you want to book a photography session, join a private workshop, or simply learn how to tell stories with your lens.
📞 Call us or drop us a message to begin. Let’s create something meaningful, together.
Photography & Video Retainer by 88 Production
In today's fast-paced digital world, visibility is the key to success. At 88 Productions, we understand that to thrive, your brand needs consistent, high-quality content that aligns with your vision and goals. Let us be your in-house creative collaborator, delivering powerful visuals to elevate your brand’s identity and reach.
In today's fast-paced digital world, visibility is the key to success. At 88 Productions, we understand that to thrive, your brand needs consistent, high-quality visuals and content that align with your vision and goals.
Let us be your in-house creative collaborator, delivering powerful visuals to elevate your brand’s identity and reach.
A retainer is an agreement for long term projects ensuring a steady collaboration between you, the client, and us, the production company. A monthly retainer occurs when a client pays an advance payment to access your current and future services for a specified period of time. Retainer contracts have plenty of benefits for the client. For example, the fee is often lower than an hourly bill or fixed payment. The retainer concept can also help to establish greater trust and efficiency in long-term client relationships.
Why Choose Our Retainer Service?
1. Consistency in Visuals: With 88 Productions, you’re not just getting content. You’re building a consistent look and feel for your brand. Our professional editing, colors, and visual style are all tailored to your brand’s identity, ensuring that every image, every video resonates with your audience.
2. Plan Your Content with Ease: No more last-minute rushes! Our retainer gives you the ability to plan your content ahead of time, creating a clear strategy that keeps your business on track. Whether it’s photos, videos, or reels, everything is delivered on schedule.
3. Budget with Confidence: By locking in a retainer, you stabilize your budget—no more fluctuating costs from shoot to shoot. Our predictable pricing allows you to manage your expenses while receiving premium, consistent service.
4. Build a Long-term Relationship: Our retainer service is more than just a contract; it’s a partnership. We work closely with you over time, understanding your brand inside and out, so we can evolve and support you as your business grows. Plus, you can lock in today’s rates!
Common Challenges We Solve
Are these some of the struggles you're facing?
No time to create the content you need?
Feeling uncomfortable in front of the camera?
Lacking the energy or know-how to produce content consistently?
Overwhelmed by the technical aspects of editing and production?
We’ve got you covered. With 88 Productions’ retainer, you’ll get consistent visuals and content, greater stability, and a true creative partner who can take these challenges off your plate.
What Sets Us Apart
We bring 25 years of show business and filmmaking expertise to the table. Theodora Voutsa, with her extensive experience both in front of and behind the camera, offers a unique value to your photography and video creation.
With our on-camera coaching, creative direction, and professional equipment—cinematic lenses, light studio, sound setup, and more—you’ll receive premium results. We handle everything from pre-production to professional editing, ensuring that your visuals are as polished as they are powerful.
Our Retainer Is Designed for Serious Brands
This service is for clients who take their business seriously and value top-tier content. If you:
Use social media to engage and grow your audience,
Rely on high-quality visuals to communicate your services and products,
Are committed to elevating your brand’s presence online,
Our retainer is perfect for you.
What’s Included in the Annual Retainer:
250+ high-quality, edited, brand-aligned images
8 attention-grabbing reels (up to 2 min each)
Up to 14 hours of photo & video coverage throughout the year (scheduled based on your needs)
30-minute pre-production meeting before each shoot to align on goals, messaging, wardrobe, and visuals.
Investment
S$6,500 per year
You may choose between:
Full payment (and receive one month free), or
Two instalments paid every six months.
Let us take your visuals and content creation to the next level with our Photography and Video Retainer by 88 Productions. Consistency, creativity and a reliable partnership—all tailored to your unique business needs.
Get started today and secure your brand’s future.
Frequently Asked Questions:
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You can pay in full and enjoy one month for free, or in 2 instalments (every 6 months).
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You can cancel anytime. You will need to give us a 3 month notice. You will receive of course the images and reels you have paid for in proportion.
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You can space them out equally.
Or you can schedule according to your schedule (product launches, speaking engagements, promotions, collaborations, etc)
The only prerequisite is that you have paid in advance for the photography and videography hours you use.
We can create portraits and “behind the scenes” visuals; let your audience know what is the process you follow, what makes you special and unique.
We can cover your events, presentations, speaking engagements and more.
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