Iconic by Design

For women tired of blending in

Are you tired of blending in?

If you are, it’s time to take control of your image.

That doesn’t happen by chance. That happens by design.

This photography experience is for women in pageantry who value intentional visibility and want to stand out.

Welcome to Iconic by Design

a new type of photo experience for pageant women.

No one is You. So, why are you content looking like everyone else?

Why are you settling for the same boring photos?

Headshots? Necessary, but not different.

Crown & sash? Like…everyone else?

Appearances? Same ole same ole.

Let’s combine your essence with your image and show the woman behind the title. Let’s arm you with images that craft presence and steer your reputation…

images that help you stand out.

Because when the right people are looking, we want to make it very hard for them to look away.

  • Miss NC 2018 Laura Matrazzo sitting in window downtown Raleigh NC -model portfolios - pageant photos

    Step 1 : Discovery

    We begin with a questionnaire to uncover your story, style and energy-everything that makes you You - so we can infuse your essence into your images.

  • Miss NC 2019 Alexandra Badgett fashion photo downtown Cary NC - model portfolios

    Step 2 : Clarity Call

    On our video call, we don’t just go over logistics - we dig deeper into who you are and how you want to be seen. Afterwards, I will present you with a session designed just for you.

  • Miss NC 2021 Carli Batson dancing in the sand under Johnny Mercer Pier Wrightsville Beach NC - model portfolios

    Step 3 : The Experience

    The Fun Part!

    Here is where it all comes together and we turn your dream photos into reality. You’ll be directed with intention and care so you feel seen, supported and radiant.

  • Miss NC 2023 Taylor Loyd opera singer climbing stairs at UNC Chapel Hill - model portfolios - pageant photos

    Step 4 : The Reveal

    You choose the images you love. After my signature edit, you will receive full-sized and web-sized jpegs that put your hands on the steering wheel of your story so you can steer it anywhere you want to go.

The Outcome?

You will have images that don’t just look like you…you’ll have images that feel like you.

Confident, Powerful…never to be underestimated.

Not fragile like a flower. Fragile like a bomb.

 

What does it cost?

Creation fee : $350*

*can be waived. see below.

Package One : $1250

complete set of non-retouched digital files, delivered as full-sized and web-sized jpegs.. Includes light retouching of your top 10 choices

Package Two: $800

15 digital files, delivered as full-sized and web-sized jpegs. Light retouching included

Package Three: $600

8 digital files, delivered as full-sized and web-sized jpegs. Light retouching included

A-la-carte Images Only : $100/ea

* to have creation fee waived, follow marlana.semenza.photo on IG. Choose a post you like and share it to your stories with the caption ‘follow her!’ and tag me. Send me a message that you have done this and I will waive the creation fee so you only have to chose what you spend on your photos.

  • "Stop looking, stop over-thinking...Marlana Semenza is your go-to photographer. It was exciting and exhilarating to see how she worked with my Granddaughter. Not only did she capture the many sides of her beauty and personality, but she also held her hand the entire way. She is invested in 'You' and it shows in her art. We could not be happier and prouder of the shots that Marlana got."

    Diane S.

  • "OMG! I'm Obsessed!!"

    The typical reaction ;)

  • Marlana is a master of her craft! Her vision, ability to capture the essence of her clients, and have that come through in the images she creates, is incredible.

    Tracy C- Leadership Expert, Business Owner and Mom

  • Marlana was absolutely wonderful to work with and did such an amazing job capturing photos to help bring the vision to life. She is incredibly talented, creative and has such a gift for making every photo feel meaningful and special. I would highly recommend her!

    Amy R.