Schwabel Studio

Through some magical turn of events I got the opportunity to be photographed by the Amazing Mr. Eric Schwabel. He is hands down one of the best photographers in the business. He has a dynamic and vibrant artistic style that is immediately recognizable and highly sought after… Just as a bit of full disclosure: I had been stalking him for years. I’m a bit of an art geek and an internet image junkie, and as a blogger I had been collecting and posting his work (with credit) whenever I got the chance. So when it was my turn to be in front of his camera, I was extremely excited and more than a little nervous. But as it turns out, my nerves were completely unwarranted. Eric was a sweetheart — Super professional, super friendly, and completely human! He was a real person with a quirky and interesting personality; and a COMPLETE grasp of his craft. He has an amazing studio, with a wonderful staff, and a kind and up-​beat style that allowed me to feel comfortable participating in the process. I’m a writer/​performance artist and to be honest (and just a bit conceited) I’ve had my share of professional photographic experiences, but this is the only result that I have actually put up on my wall. As a black person I am always terrified that the photographer I am working with won’t be able to catch my skin color in a complimentary way, and since this was a nude shoot –Yes NUDE! I was doubly concerned/​terrified! But Eric’s primary gift, is the way he plays with light and color, and turning ANY canvass into a stunning piece of art; and the results of that photo shoot was no different. He didn’t even have to Photoshop! The photos were featured in The Advocate Magazine, and another of his portraits made the cover. It was a great experience and I am super proud of the results! I can’t wait to wind up in front of his camera again (through some magical turn of events). I’ve gained a couple pounds in the last year but I trust that no matter what I look like, he has the skills and the gifts to make me look beautiful. And I promise he’ll do the same for you. Check him out. You won’t be disappointed.

I have employed Eric Schwabel to shoot portraits for more than 5 years. Prior to each session I give him thoughts as to what I’d like to capture, and without fail he has come up with great ideas, and great photos. Some people are dental chickens. I’m a chicken in front of a photographer. Eric has a great sense of humor. He always finds a way to put me at ease.
I have had photos taken to send as gifts to family, for job applications, and for my own enjoyment. Eric’s skill set allows him to flow from one shoot, one set to another, seamlessly. Take a look at his portfolio if you have any questions about his range as a photographer. He can even make an old man like me, look presentable!
I can whole-​heartedly endorse this artist.
Scott A.

Eric Schwabel’s portraiture is second to none. The lighting techniques he uses and his outgoing, friendly disposition come together to create exquisitely beautiful results, capturing the absolute best of his subjects. His photographs have a unique feel that is formal yet relaxed where you can see in one instant that the subject is perfectly lit, but so comfortable that they show perfect expressions having lost no confidence at the business end of a lens. He puts his subjects at ease and truly captures their essence.
Eric is a master at his craft and is kind and approachable. I’ve been a fan of his work for years and he only gets better each year. He delivers on time and his results are unparalleled. He is, simply put, one of the finest portrait photographers working today.

First of all — people should know that these other so called one star reviews are non-​sense. They may have different names and states — but they are all the same person with a Vendetta. So Bizarre.
I have had the ACTUAL great pleasure of working with Eric… and I have the photographs to prove it. I was once told by a photographer friend of mine — «Damn — you are the stiffest person I’ve ever had to shoot.» And I was crazy nervous when I went into the studio. Especolly since I’m a «normal guy» without abs of steel! :)
Eric put me completely at ease. There was no rushing — he took a million photos — put up an inventory online to let me choose and then made me digital copies.
Eric is incredibly talented — and he made what would have been an awkward and uncomfortable uncomfortable situation easy and even fun.
I couldn’t recommend him more highly.
Nicholas