KARISSA VAN TASSEL
PHOTOGRAPHY
STORY & STYLE
EStD. 2009
EXTRAORDINARY IMAGES THAT STAND THE test of time.
In a world filled with quick wins, fast fashion, and endless distractions, we are in the business of time. Iconic, lasting images with cinematic style and story, designed to capture what's most important to you. Our photoshoots include a consultation, professional stylists, and guided posing so you don't have to worry about a thing. In the end, your photographs aren't just beautiful images; they're wonderful memories. Whether you need new headshots, graduation photos, a birthday portrait- or just want to celebrate this moment- we'd love the opportunity to work with you!
New England Portrait & Headshot Photography
What We Do
Our style and approach are always the same, whether we're photographing headshots, portraits, students or fine art- attention to detail, focus on style and story. We take our time to get the details right so your photographs aren't just beautiful images but they're beautiful memories, too.
Our Studio
Behind the Camera
KARISSA VAN TASSEL
Karissa is a professional photographer who focuses her lens on connecting people- to the world around them, their own stories, and even to their own reflections. From New York to Paris and Namibia to Shanghai, she travels the world capturing the natural beauty of both the world around her and the people in it. Her award-winning work can be found in private collections in nearly 50 countries and has been seen in The New York Times, CNN, National Geographic and more.
“KARISSA'S GENUINE, THOUGHTFUL, & HAS A BRILLIANT EYE.
A photoshoot with her is pure magic. She sees what you may not see yourself and brings it all forward in her photography."
— Mary, portrait client
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We offer a curated collection of beautiful, handmade products that turn your wonderful memories into works of art.
Karissa Van Tassel specializes in professional headshots, women's portraits, senior portraits and family photography in Connecticut, New York and Paris. Photo sessions may take place on location or in Karissa's New Haven, Connecticut (CT) portrait studio.
Connecticut (CT) Headshot Photographer
Karissa Van Tassel is one of the best headshot photographers in Connecticut (CT), specializing in headshots that show her clients' personalities. Karissa's studio is located in New Haven, but she also travels to capture her clients on location depending on their needs and what they would like to convey. Karissa's studio sessions include professional hair & makeup so you feel photo ready before your photo shoot. Her images are classic, professional and timeless. Karissa works with individuals in a wide variety of professional fields, including lawyers, professors, actors, artists, designers, entrepreneurs, authors, executives and models.
Connecticut (CT) Portrait Photographer
Karissa Van Tassel specializes in women's portraiture in her New Haven studio. She works with clients to create a custom photo shoot that will meet. Studio sessions include a consultation, professional hair & makeup, access to the studio's wardrobe of gowns & fabrics, as well as a one hour photo shoot. Karissa's portraits of women are beautiful, powerful and empowering.
Connecticut (CT) College Student Photographer
Karissa offers portrait sessions both for high school seniors and college students. Her student sessions can take place either in her New Haven studio or on location at a park or local campus. In addition to working with CT high school seniors, Karissa works with all of the local universities, including Yale University, University of New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University and more. Her student sessions are classic and timeless.
Karissa's portrait studio is based in New Haven, but she serves Connecticut, New York and Paris, as well as the following areas: Hamden, East Haven, Branford, Guilford, West Haven, Milford, Orange, Westport, Madison, Hartford, Newtown, Cheshire, Stonington, Mystic, North Branford, Wallingford, Stratford, Bridgeport, Trumbull, Shelton, Monroe, Shelton, Wilton, Oxford, Seymour, Ansonia, Bethany, Prospect, Southington, Greenwich, Stamford, Norwalk, Middletown, Haddam, Killingworth, Deep River, Essex, Clinton and more.
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Let's celebrate!
gift cards
There is no better gift than the gift of memories. We are here to create the ultimate photoshoot for your loved one. Gift Cards can be purchased at any amount over $100 and are perfect for birthdays, graduation, or just because!
How to
plan your photoshoot
You're all excited about the idea of a photoshoot but aren't quite ready to pull the trigger? Click here for a list of things you can begin working on now so you are ready to go when the time is right!
It's holiday time!
my favorite photo gifts
There's no better gift than the gift of memories! After years of research, here are our recommendations on the best way to create, capture, print & share photos!
