Hello,
Thank you for being here.
My name is Erica Pierluissi, and I’ve been creating images since 2004 when I first began exploring the world through the lens of a homemade pinhole camera. Hours spent in darkrooms taught me to notice subtle details and appreciate the slow, intentional process of making something by hand. That early relationship with film shaped how I see - with curiosity and a deep reverence for imperfection.
Thank you for being here.
My name is Erica Pierluissi, and I’ve been creating images since 2004 when I first began exploring the world through the lens of a homemade pinhole camera. Hours spent in darkrooms taught me to notice subtle details and appreciate the slow, intentional process of making something by hand. That early relationship with film shaped how I see - with curiosity and a deep reverence for imperfection.
After earning my BA in Photography from Indiana University in 2008, I deepened my practice through wedding photography learning to follow emotion, anticipate movement, and find meaning in fleeting moments.
Today, my work blends narrative storytelling, cinematic edge, and authentic moments into immersive visual experiences. I’m drawn to natural light, textures, reflections, movement, and emotion. I often use glass or crystal to refract light, adding dimension and atmosphere. Each reflective piece is used only once and discarded of gifted as a keepsake so your images are unique to you. Whether we're outdoors chasing golden hour or indoors surrounded by soft ambient glow, I let light guide the mood.
Every session begins with a conversation - an invitation to share your vision, your story, and the way you want to be seen. From there, we co-create something intentional, intuitive, raw, and real. My goal is to deliver images and video that capture your presence, convey the emotion of the moment, and reflect you with truth and care.
What to Expect When Working With Me:
• Grain – visual grit and organic, textured atmosphere reminiscent of film.
• Light Refraction – creative use of crystal, glass, and natural flares.
• Artistic Color Grading – tones curated for emotion, mood, and narrative.
• Motion Blur – a painterly sense of movement prioritizing emotion over precision.
• Playful Experimentation – I allow intuition and creativity to lead the way.
• Atmospheric Softness – a touch of haze, glow, or softness where it fits.
• Intentional Overexposure – skies or highlights may be blown out to evoke dreaminess.
• Purposeful Underexposure – shadows may sculpt outlines and isolate form inviting mystery.
• Artistic Color Grading – tones curated for emotion, mood, and narrative.
• Motion Blur – a painterly sense of movement prioritizing emotion over precision.
• Playful Experimentation – I allow intuition and creativity to lead the way.
• Atmospheric Softness – a touch of haze, glow, or softness where it fits.
• Intentional Overexposure – skies or highlights may be blown out to evoke dreaminess.
• Purposeful Underexposure – shadows may sculpt outlines and isolate form inviting mystery.
What Not to Expect From My Images:
• Clinical Sharpness – pixel perfection isn't the goal.
• True-to-Life Color Grading – unless we plan for it, realism is not my default.
• Highly Retouched Skin – natural texture and imperfections are embraced.
• Perfect Uniformity – every image captures its own unique moment.
• Perfect Exposure Balance – exposure that favors emotional impact.
• Flawless, Controlled Lighting – the unpredictability of sunlight and natural elements is welcomed.
• Over Direction – gentle guidance allows space for natural movement.
• Predictable Aesthetics – each session or subject determines its own mood and palette.
• Flawless, Controlled Lighting – the unpredictability of sunlight and natural elements is welcomed.
• Over Direction – gentle guidance allows space for natural movement.
• Predictable Aesthetics – each session or subject determines its own mood and palette.