Michael S. Wentzel Photography

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Miles

Crafting Professional Headshots
That Speak Volumes

Our mission is to craft compelling images that not only capture the genuine essence of our clients but also reflect the style and sophistication synonymous with the vibrant energy of Sarasota. With a foundation rooted in fashion photography, we strive to bring forth a fusion of creativity ensuring every headshot is a timeless representation of our clients’ authentic brand.

We offer a comfortable experience for our clients to ensure that we capture genuine expressions and images that our clients are proud to display, even if they feel they are not photogenic.   We have several packages available that include headshots to full body portraits to ensure that your brand is expertly represented.

We offer free consultations to ensure that we understand your needs and we provide you with guidance before you are presented in front of the camera.  Our expert guidance before, during, and even after the shoot will establish a foundation for images that you will be thrilled to share.

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Capture Your
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Arrive at your session ready to shine, bringing along your wardrobe choices to reflect your professional style. With expert guidance, we'll capture your essence, allowing you to select your favorites with confidence.

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Often within just 48 hours, receive your meticulously edited headshots, polished to perfection and ready to elevate your professional presence across all platforms.

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Beth Gittleman
2 years ago
Mike is amazing! I will never use another photographer for my headshots again. Mike made the entire experience easy and fun. I never felt like I wasn’t doing it right. He let me try multiple outfits and did test shots to show me how it was coming along. I was so impressed by his subtle directions that made huge differences in the photos. The quality of his shots are incredible and we even did some lifestyle shots after the headshots which are great for using in my marketing. Mike is talented, accommodating and simply the best!
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Yana Fridman
2 years ago
Very professional and gets great pictures!
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Dani DeMars
2 years ago
The experience was exactly as I had hoped - I have the most beautiful headshots - Michael made the entire process easy - he is a great photographer and runs a great business - I highly recommend his services
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Stephen Dalton
2 years ago
Great experience. Very happy with the photoshoot and the resulting pictures. Mike is professional and an excellent photographer.
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John Occhiogrosso
2 years ago
Michael did an amazing job with my headshot. He worked closely with me to get the ideal shot for my business and social media. I would recommend him for anyone looking for a professional photo or any other type of photograph.
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Shimon Perry
2 years ago
Amazing work that captured exactly the way I wanted to appear in my profile picture. Michael's attention to detail is clearly shown in his work. I highly recommend Michael's service, and I plan to refer my colleagues and friends as well.
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Alex Caceres-Wright
2 years ago
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Katrina
2 years ago
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Valerie Volinski
2 years ago
I share the common experience with headshots that maybe anyone might have, even though I am a photographer myself. Don't we all want to have a good experience (prepping, during and after the shoot ) and have photos we can be proud of and use? No matter what we may think about our looks, photogenicness (or lack of it), along with other demands and self-perceptions, we pretty much want to enjoy the shoot and have fantastic photos we can USE right away. Michael S. Wentzel made my photo session easy and fun. He was accommodating and nimble. My ask might not be your ask but he can grasp very quickly what you have in mind or help you figure that out. My ask was that he photograph me as a photographer with and without my cat and my camera in a photo studio setting. Not a small ask. I needed some very general and specific looks. It was a relaxed easy time and I am very happy with the results that have to be used in a variety of contexts, ranging from the serious headshots for my photography career, to more general LinkedIn photo use, to my Iphone pix, along with many promotional things that crop up. I think no matter what we do or how many hats we wear (lawyer, banker, realtor, dancer, doctor, photographer, actor et al) we are seeking the same thing in a headshot experience--we want it to be easy, reasonable, fun, efficient with great communication and a fantastic end result. You be the judge. Here's a single sample of that session. Cheers!
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Karen Munro
2 years ago
I thouroughly enjoyed my photo session with Mike for my professional headshot. He made me very comfortable and I am thrilled with how the pics turned out. I would highly recommend him!
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rachel acevedo
2 years ago
I went into the headshot process nervous and Michael did an incredible job at guiding me through poses and making me comfortable. He was thorough, made sure to address all my ideas and outfit changes and I never felt rushed. Very excited to build my brand with these new images!
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Christina Plumadore
3 years ago
Michael made my sister & I feel so comfortable in front of the camera! I highly suggest using him for headshots and other photography! We did a shoot for our family for Christmas and I had my headshot updated. Great experience and will definitely go back!
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Julia Plumadore
3 years ago
Michael S. Wentzel Photography exceeded my expectations! Michael's keen eye captures moments beautifully, and his attention to detail is truly remarkable. The quality of the photos is outstanding, and working with him was a pleasure. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a talented and professional photographer!
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Tom Finkelston
3 years ago
Great photography. Mike was very knowledgeable and helpful, and was able to turn around the photos quickly
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Alexander Milton Pliskin
3 years ago
Getting a headshot for LinkedIn from Michael was a great end-to-end experience. He's extremely responsive, personable, and great at providing general direction and information on how to optimize your shoot. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a headshot!
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Tara Simonson
3 years ago
It was great working with Michael. He provided helpful guidance to get a good shot and we had plenty of time to make adjustments, do outfit changes, etc. Love how the photos turned out as well. He was very professional and I'd definitely work with him again. Highly recommend!
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Kira Godfred
3 years ago
I had a fantastic experience taking headshots with Mike last Friday! The atmosphere was comfortable and professional, making it easy to get the perfect shot. He was patient, provided excellent guidance, and he made the process extremely enjoyable. I received my photos promptly and they exceeded all expectations. Highly recommend!

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