The timeless elegance of silver prints, in a digital age.
For nearly three decades, I have dedicated myself to fine art photography, represented in galleries and exhibited in museums and international art fairs.
My portraits are created to live beyond the session. Each is produced to museum standards, signed and finished with the tonal richness and vintage sensibility that define my black-and-white work.
Choose from Platinum/Palladium prints or Pigment prints on 100% cotton archival fine art paper.
I personally print much of my work. For Platinum/Palladium printing, larger formats and custom framing, I collaborate with trusted fine art printers and framers in Montreal and the USA whose craftsmanship I have trusted for years.
Portraits may be presented as individual prints or custom framed and ready to hang. Each signed print includes its matching digital file.
More than a portrait
Step in front of my camera for a personal adventure — a chance to let go, explore, and discover the unexpected about you.
Trust, presence, resonance and a little magic. Together, we turn those moments into intimate, powerful, artistic photographs.
Over the years, in Paris, New York and Montréal, I’ve had the privilege of photographing for magazines including GQ, Glamour and Esquire, and of welcoming many personalities from cinema, music, dance and the arts in front of my lens: Marion Cotillard, Lou Doillon, Noémie Gourlant, Marc Anthony, Rubén Blades, Kent Nagano, Anne-Marie Cadieux, Christian Bégin…
Through these and many other encounters, I’ve learned to create the vibe for people to let go of appearances and reveal a spark of their soul.
Like them, come and experience the journey.
Portrait session fee — $1,000
Every portrait experience is unique, shaped by the people involved, the images we create, and how you ultimately wish to enjoy them. Portraits and artwork are therefore selected à la carte, allowing each collection to be tailored to you.
The session fee includes a preparation call, the portrait session, and a private Zoom viewing and ordering appointment, where we’ll select and design your artwork together.
It also includes a $700 credit to apply toward your selection of artwork or portrait collections.
All purchased artwork includes matching digital files.
Professional hair and makeup can be arranged upon request.
Matting and framing options are available and quoted individually.
Signed fine-art prints — from $975 · 20 × 20 in.
Smaller formats, down to 8.5 × 11 in, are available in sets.
Digital portrait collection — $950 · 10 portraits
The Signature Portrait Box
An elegant choice to keep your favourite prints.
This fully archival, black-anodized aluminum box is sleek, modern, and built to last. Beautifully crafted, it can be laser-etched with your name or a title of your choice, making it exclusive and personal.
Inside rests your carefully curated collection of 10 to 20 prints in your choice of 8,5 × 11 in or 11 × 14 in.
Each print signed with matching digital file.
From $2,500
T E S T I M O N I A L S
A joyful, easy, relaxed, and profound session with an artist as sensitive as he is talented. A true connection that visibly expresses itself in a result where the subject's soul shines through... A great artist! Pure pleasure and meaning! Thank you, Sergio! Very Much!
Christian Bégin
Sergio Veranes is one of the rare photographers with exceptionally refined esthetics and who can capture the essence of the person.
Kent Nagano
How fortunate to have been photographed by Sergio Veranes! His exceptional talent has been appreciated by the readers of the Montréal International Jazz Festival programs and my autobiography (published by Éditions La Presse), as well as during an exhibition at Place des Arts.
Alain Simard
Working with Sergio is a journey into the unknown of who I am, and I always emerge with a deeper understanding of myself. From the very first moment, I felt I could express myself without judgment, without needing to achieve a specific result. Our exchange took place on both a professional and spiritual level. I discovered new possibilities for existing both in form and spirit. This brought me great joy and resulted in beautiful photographs. Thank you so much, Sergio.
Valeria Galluccio
One of the most beautiful photo sessions I've ever experienced. Sergio captures the essence of our emotions, creating vivid and striking images full of feeling. It was a true privilege for me. Thank you, Sergio!
Cat Dio
To be photographed by Sergio Veranes is a unique experience in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere, free of artifice, where a smile, a gesture, or a glance, captured naturally throughout the session, reveal the true beauty of being human. Thank you so much, Sergio!
Élourdes Pierre
Such a pleasure to work with such talent. He has a gift when it comes to making people feel good about themselves, the pictures are always stunning, no surprise there, the expertise and natural ease with the lens is unbelievable. Not to mention his personal style as a photographer makes him a little gem in the world!
Thank you Sergio !
Saskya Pauze-Begin
I had the pleasure of doing a photo shoot with Sergio Veranes in 2019. He approached me to participate in a series of "natural" portraits. The atmosphere in the studio was truly pleasant and relaxed, and the photos turned out beautifully!
Anne-Marie Cadieux
It was truly a privilege to collaborate with Sergio. A photographer with immense experience, deeply passionate, and able to articulate and target what he seeks from the artist in front of his lens, while also allowing great freedom. A genuine collaboration, with real sharing and plenty of exchanges. He doesn't just look for simple aesthetic forms; he strives to bring out movement, emotion, a state of mind, and an atmosphere in his photos. The series I am part of, which he produced with several other movement artists, is sublime, powerful, and truly highlights the beauty of the body. Thank you for everything, Sergio; I am so thrilled with the result!!
Véronique Giasson
Incredible photographer, very easy to work with he is very helpful in finding the right face and body angles but giving also a lot of freedom. Sergio knows perfectly how to use lights and shadow in a very subtle and poetic way. It’s a pleasure working with him.
Arthur Morel Van Hyfte
I allowed myself to be captivated by a Spanish/Cuban/American/Frenchman, now also a Quebecker. Having settled in Montreal some time ago, he is one of those great ones who made photography his life, his livelihood, his passion. From Paris to Milan, from Miami to New York, from Panama to Montreal, all have seen and admired his art. He has photographed many celebrities of this world, as well as complete strangers, and today, he pauses in the City of a Hundred Steeples to capture our portrait. His "Aura" project seeks to show that what gives Montreal its superb uniqueness is indeed the soul of those who live here... Thank you, Sergio.
Victor Diaz Lamich
Professional dancer and dance teacher, I had the chance to do a photo shoot with Sergio Veranes, and it was such a special moment for me! I have wonderful memories of that day, especially of meeting him. He was incredibly professional and attentive, and the results were stunning! Thank you, Sergio — I really hope we get to work together again soon! I highly recommend everyone to experience a photoshoot with this photographer!
IsaBelle Paquette
Sergio has a calm, refined presence, he puts you at ease without effort, and creates a space where you feel free and relaxed, almost introspective, where you find yourself and see yourself in a different light. There is something in the way he sees through his lens that feels almost otherworldly, yet deeply human.
Bita Cattelan
I create fine art black-and-white portraits for individuals, couples, families, and artists.
Each session is centered on presence, connection, and creating images that endure.We begin with a consultation call to connect, discuss your vision, and shape the direction of the session.
Once everything feels aligned, we set a date and book.Most sessions take place in my Montreal studio—a quiet space where I shape the light and atmosphere that define my work. I can also shoot in people's homes if appropriate conditions exist.
Yes. I work in Montreal, New York, and Panama, and travel for select projects across Canada, the U.S., Europe, and Latin America.
Travel and production fees may apply.
From formal to casual, I guide you in choosing simple, cohesive clothing that feels natural to you—pieces that fit comfortably and reflect your personality.
A typical session will last between one and two hours. However, each session unfolds in its own rhythm and depends as well on what has been predetermined in the consultation call.
I offer platinum/palladium prints or museum grade pigment prints, custom framed as wall art if so desired, anodized aluminum design boxes containing your curated photos —each piece signed and produced with exceptional care in Montreal.
My work is created with print in mind—pieces meant to be lived with and experienced over time.
However, digital files are available as curated sets.
Platinum/Palladium printing stands as the definitive pinnacle of fine black and white photography. This meticulously handcrafted process involves coating exquisite paper with a sensitive blend of platinum and palladium salts, then exposing it in direct contact with a negative. The result? A print of unparalleled depth, permanence, and artistic value, coveted by collectors and photographers alike.
The session fee is $1,000 and includes the consultation, the portrait session, and a private viewing and ordering appointment with a $700 credit to apply toward your selection of artwork or portrait collections.
They are selected afterwards, based on what resonates with you.Within 1 to 2 weeks, we meet for a private Zoom viewing where I reveal your portraits. You select the images and artwork that resonate with you during this session.
I don’t send proofs online.Handcrafted prints, framed pieces, and portrait boxes are typically ready within 6 to 12 weeks, depending on the finishing work involved. Once complete, they’re carefully packaged and delivered to your home. Digital artwork is prepared with the same care and is usually ready in about 4 weeks.
If you need to reschedule, we’ll find a new date that works.
Adjustments may apply depending on timing, and full details are outlined in the booking agreement.
