How much does a glamorous photoshoot for women over 50 cost in Zurich?
A glamorous photoshoot for women aged 50 and over in Zurich with award-winning portrait photographer Sonja Ruckstuhl starts at CHF 2,300. The "Fabulously Feminine" shoot lasts 3 to 4 hours and takes place in the studio at Nordstrasse 55, 8006 Zurich. The price includes makeup and hairstyling, clothing and accessories, posing guidance, a reveal session, and fine-art image editing. Sonja Ruckstuhl has been a photographer for over 22 years.
What is included in the price of CHF 2,300?
"Fabulously Feminine" is a complete package. You don't have to organize anything, buy anything, or find a stylist. Starting from CHF 2,300, you receive:
Make-up and hairstyling , tailored to you and the look of your photoshoot.
Clothes and accessories from the studio, so you don't have to worry about the right wardrobe.
Posing guidance throughout the entire shoot, step by step and at your own pace.
3 to 4 hours for styling and photography, without any rush.
A reveal session where you see your pictures for the first time.
Fine-art image editing that emphasizes your charisma without distorting you.
We'll discuss the specific images and products you ultimately choose during our initial consultation. This way, you'll know exactly what to expect beforehand.
What exactly are you paying for at a glamorous photoshoot?
In short: for time, experience, and an experience that goes far beyond a few nice photos.
A standard portrait session often takes just an hour. A glamorous photoshoot, on the other hand, is half a day dedicated entirely to you. You'll be styled, accompanied, and guided. Every pose, every lighting detail, and every outfit is carefully chosen so that the final images truly reflect you – in your most beautiful, confident version.
In addition, there's fine-art-style image editing. It's time-consuming and requires a trained eye. The goal is never to make you look younger or "different." The goal is for you to recognize yourself in your pictures and think: So that's what I look like when I'm radiant.
What does a glamorous photoshoot in Zurich look like?
The process is clearly structured so that you feel well taken care of from the very first moment:
Free introductory meeting: We get to know each other, talk about your wishes, questions and concerns, and clarify all the details.
Arriving at the studio: On the day of the shoot, I will welcome you to my studio at Nordstrasse 55 in Zurich.
Make-up and hairstyling: You sit back and are pampered.
Choosing your wardrobe: Together we'll select clothes and accessories that make you feel comfortable and special.
The photoshoot: I'll guide you through every pose. You don't need to know anything – just be there.
Reveal session: You see your pictures for the first time. For many women, this is the most emotional moment of the entire experience.
Fine art image editing: Your images will be carefully refined.
Who is «Fabulously Feminine» intended for?
This photoshoot is aimed at women aged 40, 50, or 60+ who want to rediscover themselves. Some are celebrating a milestone birthday, others a new beginning after a separation, a job change, or their children leaving home. And some simply feel it's time to treat themselves.
You don't need a reason. You are the reason.
Who is «Fabulously Feminine» intended for?
This photoshoot is aimed at women aged 40, 50, or 60+ who want to rediscover themselves. Some are celebrating a milestone birthday, others a new beginning after a separation, a job change, or their children leaving home. And some simply feel it's time to treat themselves.
You don't need a reason. You are the reason.
You might be thinking: "I'm not the type for that."
I hear this sentence often. Maybe you think you're not photogenic. That glamour is for other women—younger, bolder, more "perfect." That you'll feel stiff and awkward in front of the camera. Or that you'd rather wait until something about you is different.
Let me tell you something I know for sure after more than 20 years behind the camera: The women who come into my studio with exactly these doubts almost always leave with a sparkle in their eyes.
Because beauty in a picture doesn't come from flawlessness. It comes from presence, from life experience, from the gaze of a woman who knows who she is. That's exactly what you bring – and no twenty-year-old can offer that.
You don't have to be able to pose, that's what I'm here for. You don't have to think you're beautiful before you come. You can simply be curious about what emerges when someone takes the time for you and sees you with loving eyes.
Why a portrait photoshoot in Zurich with Sonja Ruckstuhl?
When you invest in a glamorous photoshoot, you want to be sure you're in good hands. Here are some facts about my work:
Over 20 years of experience as a portrait photographer in Zurich
International awards , including GOLD at The Portrait Masters and 1st place at the Cosmos Awards
Publications in Schweizer Illustrierte, Zeitlupe, Bilanz and Migros Magazin
5.0 stars based on over 330 Google reviews
Besides "Fabulously Feminine," I also photograph portraits, editorials, business portraits, maternity and newborn shoots. But the glamour shoot for women in midlife is the heart of my work. Because here I experience time and again how much a picture can achieve: not just in the photo album, but in one's self-image.
Frequently asked questions about the glamour photoshoot in Zurich
How long does a glamour photoshoot take? The "Fabulously Feminine" shoot lasts 3 to 4 hours, including makeup, hair styling, and photography. The reveal session, where you see your pictures, takes place immediately after the photoshoot.
Do I need to bring my own clothes for the photoshoot? No. Clothes and accessories are included in the package starting from CHF 2,300. We'll choose together in the studio what suits you and your desired look.
I have no experience in front of the camera. Is that a problem? Not at all. Most of the women who come to me have never posed professionally before. A posing tutorial is part of the shoot: I'll show you every pose, every head tilt, and every look.
Let's talk about your photoshoot
Perhaps as you read this you already feel a quiet "Actually... why not me?". If so, take that thought seriously.
You don't have to decide today. Let's have a free, no-obligation introductory call to discuss your wishes, questions, and perhaps even your doubts. After that, you'll know if "Fabulously Feminine" feels right for you.
I'm looking forward to meeting you.
Warm regards
Sonja
Sonja Ruckstuhl, portrait photographer, Nordstrasse 55, 8006 Zurich
