Business Details
Professional Portrait Photography Services in New York, NY
Thornton Studio is a professional photography studio dedicated to delivering high-quality portraits that capture your best moments. With decades of experience in portrait photography, our team specializes in creating flattering, professionally finished images tailored to individual and professional needs. We offer a range of services including traditional print portraits, digital products, and specialized passport/visa photography that meets international standards. Our studio provides a selection of backdrops for corporate headshots, seasonal events, and special occasions, ensuring every client finds the perfect setting. We maintain strict quality control through ICAO test software to guarantee compliance with global photo requirements.Located in New York City, our studio operates with convenient scheduling options and a commitment to customer satisfaction. We prioritize natural expressions and technical precision, offering guidance on photo specifications like neutral expressions and proper lighting. Our services cater to both personal and business clients requiring high-resolution imaging solutions. With flexible ordering options and professional finishing, we ensure every portrait meets exacting standards. Our team remains available through multiple contact channels to assist with session scheduling and image selection.
Services
Portrait Sessions
Passport Photos
Visa Photos
Backdrop Options
Corporate Headshots
Seasonal Events
Digital Products
Print Finishing
Photo Compliance
Image Selection
Highlights and features
- We offer professional portrait sessions tailored to your specific needs
- Our ICAO test software ensures photo compliance for all countries
- We provide a variety of backdrops for corporate and special events
- Our studio delivers both digital products and professionally finished prints
- We maintain strict quality control for passport/visa photography standards
Services
Portrait Sessions
Professional portrait photography sessions tailored to individual needs. Our experienced photographers use advanced techniques to capture your best expressions in a studio environment. Services include pose guidance, lighting adjustments, and multiple image options for selection.
Passport Photos
U.S. Department of State compliant 2" x 2" passport photos meeting international standards. Includes electronic and print formats for visa applications with ICAO software verification. Available for all countries including UN and immigration requirements with neutral background options.
Corporate Headshots
Professional headshot photography for business profiles and corporate materials. Services include backdrop selection, lighting customization, and high-resolution digital files suitable for professional use. Available with standard or premium finishing options.
Seasonal Events
Specialized photography services for seasonal occasions and special events. Includes themed backdrop options, event-specific composition guidance, and multiple image packages for personal or commercial use. Available during designated seasonal periods.
Digital Products
High-resolution digital portrait products available for immediate download. Includes JPEG format options with professional color correction and cropping. Digital packages come with usage rights for personal and business applications.
Questions
What types of portrait sessions do you offer?
We offer professional portrait sessions for individuals, corporate headshots, and special events with various backdrop options available in our New York studio.
Do you provide passport and visa photo services?
Yes, we offer U.S. Department of State compliant passport photos and international visa photography with ICAO standard verification included in our $15 service.
What are your studio hours?
Our New York studio is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time for portrait sessions and photo pickups.
How can I schedule a session?
You can schedule your portrait session online through our website using the 'Schedule Appt' button with the code 'studio' for in-studio bookings.
What payment options are available?
We accept online payments for portrait sessions and photo products through our secure ordering system. Digital products are non-refundable.
Do you offer corporate photography services?
Yes, we specialize in corporate headshots with professional lighting, backdrop choices, and high-resolution digital files suitable for business profiles and marketing materials.
Reviews (5)
Katherine Frangos
May 22, 2022
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This studio was recommended by the graduate school I attend. First, I'm directed to a website in which I could schedule an appointment! It might sound little, but I took pictures at a Long Island studio last December for my bachelors, and their website was elaborate, but had no scheduling system. Second, the photographer I sat with, Michael J. (I don't want to butcher the spelling of his last name), actually cared!
He explained things, asked if it was ok to adjust my hair, knew how to fix my masters hood and made sure my eyelids didn't look droopy and my tassel stopped being staticky. Last week I received an email with user friendly directions and previews of my photos. They came out great, and I don't like pictures. Overall, the process was simple, the photographer was super friendly and their prices are reasonable compared to other places. Highly recommend!
He explained things, asked if it was ok to adjust my hair, knew how to fix my masters hood and made sure my eyelids didn't look droopy and my tassel stopped being staticky. Last week I received an email with user friendly directions and previews of my photos. They came out great, and I don't like pictures. Overall, the process was simple, the photographer was super friendly and their prices are reasonable compared to other places. Highly recommend!
Brittany B.
May 19, 2022
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Absolutely terrible. Ordered my graduation photos over a month ago. Cost me $300. I've been trying to get in contact with them about the status and no one ever got back to me. I have no idea if my order has shipped or anything. Terrible
Derek Hernandez
Apr 12, 2022
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Other people have talked about the pricing, so I'm not going to talk about that. My issue is that in some of the photos, you can clearly tell that the gown was sliding off, and yet the photographer didn't even bother to let me know so that I can pull it up. It makes me look sloppy in my graduation photos. The session was only like 5 minutes but I wish the photographer would have taken 5 seconds to let me know to pull up the fake gown they put on me.
Tanha
Mar 09, 2022
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Very nice place. My photographer was names Michael. He is the kindest person and took very beautiful pictures of me also cheered me up.
Eros Addictus
Feb 15, 2022
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1. The staffs there seem so rush and unwelcoming. 2. Dirty and stuffy studio which made me really uncomfortable 3. One of the 2 photographers was quite rude, he asked me are you from. (country's name).? I said yes and asked him how did he know? he said I have a weird name. So, people whose name aren't John, Michael or Becky aren't American in his eyes, got it. 4. The price is ridiculously expensive. $100 for 1 digital download + ownership. 5. My photos came out good but it doesn't compensate for the overall quality of the studio. Go somewhere else.
