Amy Ijams Photography

I’ll make you look better than your sister

BRANDING | SENIOR | HEADSHOT + EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY
IN TUCSON AND BEYOND

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i’m here for it. you?

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“Amy is not your cookie-cutter photographer.
She is an amazing artist.

Tell her the energy you’re looking for and turn her loose for best results.”

—TAMARA, ATTORNEY

what else are people saying?

You are
the brand.
Sorry.

Now let’s photograph you like one.

choose your
adventure

branding

Real, intentional content that helps people recognize you, remember you, and eventually trust you enough to hit that “follow” button.

Because showing up as the pro you are is a whole lot easier when you actually have something worth showing.

Okay, but what does this actually look like?

starts at 600.

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seniors | grads

Your senior has a personality. Let's photograph that and call it their hit album cover.

See the experience + check out the photos

starts at 425.

modern headshots

Your senior has a personality. Let's photograph that and call it their hit album cover.

See the experience + check out the photos

starts at 425.

events

Big event? Little event? Weirdly specific event? I’m in.

Let’s talk details

custom quote based on your needs

how does it work?

I’ve got you!

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1. LET’S TALK

First, introduce yourself in a call or send me a message. We’ll talk further on the phone or meet over coffee, whatever works. I want to learn about you, your business, your senior, or your event so I can figure out your particular flavor and what we’re trying to accomplish. We’ll talk through what you need, where we’re shooting, and how you plan to use the images. Basically, I want us to know what we’re doing before we start taking pictures.

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2. MAKE IT OFFICIAL

Once we know what we’re doing, we’ll pick a date and get you officially on my calendar. The contract and invoice are handled electronically, and you can pay a 50% deposit or the full amount—whatever works best for you. The remaining balance is due on or before the shoot date. Easy peasy.

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3. SHOOT TIME

This is where we make the good stuff. The more energy you bring, the more we can create, so load your walk-up playlist and come ready to do this pro style. I'll guide you move-by-move through different looks, poses and expressions based on what you actually need and what is most flattering to your particular body type.

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4. GET THE GOODS.

Your finished images arrive in a custom, shareable online gallery with both web- and print-ready resolutions. Headshots typically turn around in 1–3 days, while larger projects usually take 5–10 days, depending on the scope. Then share the hell out of them—tag me, show them off, put them to work, and you get allllll the LOVE.

have more questions?

WE should
MAKE THIS OFFICIAL.

get started

BUT WHAT ABOUT…

Send a smoke signal using the form at the bottom of this page. I love a good cold call, too.
Depending on your aesthetic, we’ll likely strike a balance between natural and posed looks. BUT! I always have your back (if you don’t look good, I don’t look good) and I pull from a giant bag of posing tricks to flatter every body type including wobbly necks, puffy midsections, all of it. In short… that’s my job, not yours.
Yep. Someone will always do it cheaper. Someone will also always do it better. Pick your adventure. But also consider this: you get more bang for your buck here. Unlike other photographer plans, there is no cap on how many photos are delivered and I won’t hold your images hostage until you pay more, photo by photo. My goal is to give you images, an experience, and a finished product that make you dang glad you hired me.
Not a chance, sister. You’re attracted to a painting because of the artist’s vision and stylistic choice, not for the hot mess of paint and canvas they started out with. It’s no different with photographers. I present only the top finished images, with just enough editing to make you look like you’ve had the best night’s sleep ever.
Yes and no. As your personal photo artist, it is up to me to select the “hero shots” for final delivery. Every shoot delivers a variety of looks, poses and expressions, giving you plenty to choose from. Don’t like one shot? You’ve got plenty more to choose from.
If hair and nails are your jam, then by all means get them done ahead of time! All the things you would do for prom, do for your shoot… best foot forward and all. Choose outfits in medium to dark tones, minimal prints (if any) with no graphics or words. Longer sleeves and pants are most flattering.

ready to connect?

amy
ijams

(eye-jums)

I excel when working with people who have something to say, something to build, or something worth celebrating—and then helping them show the world what that looks like.

I’m your authentic hype woman, creative partner, and occasional B.S. detector. I’ll make you laugh, tell you when something isn’t working, and keep pushing until we get the shot that makes you say, “Holy CRAP. THAT’S me.”

I bring a lot of energy, a lot of ideas, and just enough creative troublemaking to keep things interesting. I have absolutely no interest in making you look like everybody else.

So… ready to make some seriously good pictures?

(But if you’re the type that prefers less personality and more qualification, check this out…

I’ve been shooting for 20-odd years for people and organizations like: Tucson Lifestyle Magazine, Uber Eats, Kona Beer, The Drive 101.7 FM, TenWest, TMC Healing Arts, Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep, All Souls Procession and a boatload of others. I’ve even photographed a Forbes 50/50 honoree.

I’ve been lucky enough to receive awards three years running from Photographer’s Forum Magazine and an Honorable Mention in the 2023 International Photography Awards. I’m also a member of Photographers of America.)

eeep! they’re talking about me…

Building a clear, cohesive branding visual for my company is a serious priority - and I had no idea such an important photoshoot could be so easy and FUN. Thank you Amy - your coaching along the way gave me the confidence to let go and relax; I know that's going to lead to the best outcomes for branding A Nice World philanthropic jewelry. I cant wait to use them across my brand platforms and in an upcoming online media feature. Thank you again. The A Nice World brand never looked so good!
-Jill, Author + Jeweler
I cannot say enough about the absolutely amazing job that Amy did on my business branding shoot, as a new-to-Tucson business owner. I simply had to share the vibe I was going for, and what I didn't care for in previous photoshoots, and she overdelivered! I now have a suite of photos that I'm thrilled over and proud to share.

Amy's experience, her energy, personality, and the time she takes to make sure everything is going to come together right is simply top-notch.
-Jenn, Marketing + Brand Specialist
Our whole experience with Amy was simple wonderful! My daughter wanted photos that were not the normal senior photos that everyone takes. Amy captured who my daughter is and kicked everything up a notch! We shot at Empire Ranch which is HUGE. Amy went out before the shoot and scouted the best places so all I had to do was drive in with our horse trailer without the waiting game of what looks right. The delivery was so fast and every one was amazing! We loved Amy so much and will use her in the future!!
-Shauna, Bella’s (2025 Tucson Rodeo Queen) mom
Amy was amazing to work with for my personal branding photography session. She made the whole experience feel easy, comfortable, and honestly really fun. The photos turned out absolutely excellent — exactly the look and feel I was hoping for. She’s incredibly talented and has such a natural eye for capturing people in a way that feels sophisticated without looking staged. If you’re looking for excellent personal branding photography and someone who is genuinely fun to work with, I highly recommend Amy Ijams.
-Viven, Real Estate Agent
What a DELIGHT it is to work with Amy Ijams. Amy spent my Dad's100th birthday weekend with us, capturing joy, reunions and so much love. From a welcome reception for 175 guests, a gala dinner the next night for almost 400, and a family brunch the next day, Amy was there. She never stopped moving and unobtrusively took photos. She was able to catch my Dad, and Mom, talking with many different guests and family. Can you feel the magic? Thank you Amy!
-Jenny, Up With People Legacy Member
What an experience! I feel like she really brought my vision to life and had fun while doing it! Money well spent.
-Max, mortgage broker (and his brand-famous shoes)