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MARYLAND PROFESSIONAL PORTRAITS & HEAD SHOTS

Maryland’s Professional Portrait Specialist

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ABOUT CHRIS

Chris is a Master Photographer, Master Artist, Photographic Craftsman, and Certified Professional Photographer, as well as an Associate and Photographic Fellow in the MDPPA. His work has won numerous awards at the state, district, and international levels, and he is a sought-after teacher of photography and photographic restoration across the country.

Chris is an active member of Professional Photographers of America, the American Society of Photography, the Maryland Professional Photographers Association and Professional Photographers Association of Pennsylvania.

He is committed to teaching and continuous learning, and to participating in photographic competition at the state, district, and international levels at least six times each year.

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    “
    Chris had me smiling naturally the whole time by smiling at me, being funny and setting me at ease. The nature shots taken in his backyard added variety and interest. I met someone my first day on the online dating site and we are going steady now. Without Chris's excellent photos I would have been lost in the pack.
    – Marya - Baltimore
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    “
    Chris did an incredible job with our corporate head-shots & group photo. Everything from start to finish seemed effortless on our end. We appreciated his flexibility most of all. From his willingness to travel to our office to taking photos outside & inside to accommodate our needs. I would recommend anyone to Chris Paulis Photography. Thanks again for the amazing work. We are very excited to put it up on our website!
    – Megan - Gaithersburg
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    “
    Chris was great to work with and was amazing with our quartets. He was very timely in posting photos once the project was completed, and they were excellent!
    – Kristin, Sweet Adelines — Houston, TX
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    “
    Chris was a pleasure to work with. He responded to my inquiry quickly and made the planning process easy. He was punctual, professional, and his overall demeanor kept everyone at ease. The whole team was very happy with the final product.
    – Elisia — Linthicum
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    I choose Chris for my LinkedIn profile photograph because of the excellent on-line portfolio and competitive pricing. He was professional, responded quickly, and coached me through the photo shoot.
    – George — Pikesville
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    We needed someone to come out and take executive head shots for our commercial business and a couple group shots of our office staff. Chris was very polite and professional and had a great attitude throughout the shoot. I would definitely recommend him for any photos you need taken. He knows what he is doing and is very accommodating to everyone's needs! He gets 5 stars in our book!
    – Lauren — Elkridge
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    “
    I was looking to a traditional senior portrait picture for my homeschooled high school senior. Chris was great to work with and I got exactly what I was looking for.
    – Laura H. — Mt. Airy
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    The photo shoot was performed in a professional and friendly manner by Mr. Paulis. My photos came out great and will be used to enhance my online presence.
    – S. O. — Baltimore
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    I selected Chris recently to have professional head shots taken for work, though we also ended up taking one of my wife and I together. Chris was kind and efficient to work with. The photos came out wonderfully - very professional, definitely photos I'm proud to use. Chris is friendly, works quickly and delivers very polished, finished results that have you looking at your best. Chris is on-line savvy and easy to communicate with via email. Received our photos via dropbox etc. Highly recommended.
    – Lawrence — Baltimore
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    “
    Chris Paulis was truly outstanding. The photo shoot involved being on location with specific props. Not only did Chris secure the perfect location with the necessary props, but the resultant photographs were absolutely stunning. I recommend him enthusiastically
    – Dr. Leonard R. (author) — Baltimore
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    “
    Chris was very professional, personable and a true artist! His passion for photography is obvious. He immediately put us at ease. It wasn't long before we were all laughing and he was gently bringing out our unique personalities and captured them in the photos. He had each photo streaming to a laptop computer during the photo session so we could immediately see the results and modify our pose, adjust our hair, or change our smile. We were very pleased with the final photos and even ordered an extra picture we had not planned for, but really liked!
    – Kristine (Author) — Towson
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    “
    We hired Chris to take a group photo of our office staff for our holiday cards. He was prompt, creative, and did a wonderful job. The photo turned out great. We hired him again the following year!
    – Christine — Linthicum Heights
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    “
    Chris was a pleasure to work with from the very first contact that we had with him. I was looking for a professional headshot for an executive within our large organization. His work was exceptional, quick and of high quality. Would highly recommend his services if you are looking to work with a true professional. We will be coming back!
    – Jennifer — Hanover, MD
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Are you ready to book your professional portrait or office portraits?

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MARYLAND HEADSHOTS

3449 Nanmark Court
Ellicott City, MD 21042
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443-253-0576

          

Chris Paulis, M.Photog.,Cr., A.F.,F.Ph.-MDPPA, CPP

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If you are ready to speak with us about what’s involved in having a professional portrait made, then send an inquiry through our Contact page. Use the BOOK NOW button to go to our scheduling page. We would love to hear from you and be honored to make your professional portraits!

Chris Paulis

Chris Paulis, M.Photog.,Cr., A.F.,F.Ph.-MDPPA, CPP
Gold Medalist — 2022 International Photographic Competition
Master Photographer
Photographic Craftsman
Certified Professional Photographer
Associate and Photographic Fellow, MDPPA
Member, PPA, MDPPA, ASP

Credentials & Qualifications

Awards

1st Place, Photographic Restoration, Grand Imaging Awards, 2021
1st Place, Photographic Restoration and Artist, Southeast District Photographic Competition, 2021
Grand Imaging Awards Finalist, 2019-2023
CPP Competition Award, 2019 PP of PA Annual Photographic Competition
Best Artist, 2019 PP of PA Annual Photographic Competition
Best Commercial, 2019 PP of PA Annual Photographic Competition
Fuji Masterpiece Award, 2019 PP of PA Annual Photographic Competition
320 Club Award, 2019 PP of PA Annual Photographic Competition
Maryland Achievement Award (for significant improvements to the profession and his business), MDPPA, 2019
Commercial Photographer of the Year, MDPPA, 2018-2021
Fuji Masterpiece Award, 2019
Artist Photographer of the Year, MDPPA, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
#3 Top Ten Photographer of the Year, MDPPA, 2017 & 2018
Bronze Medalist, International Photographic Competition (Open Division), 2017
Ron Coss Memorial Award (for service to MDPPA & the profession), MDPPA, 2017
Runner-Up, Artist Photographer of the Year, MDPPA, 2016
#5 Top Ten Photographer of the Year, MDPPA, 2017
More than 100 entries judged merit — of Exhibition Quality — in state, district, and international competition
9 Best in Show Awards in State Competition

Awards

Chris Paulis, M.Photog., Cr., CPP

Master Photographer
Photographic Craftsman
Certified Professional Photographer
Associate and Photographic Fellow, MDPPA
Member, PPA, MDPPA, ASP
MD CPP Liaison
Thumbtack "Best of 2015 & 2016”; Top Pro, 2017 & 2018

Qualifications & Credentials