The photos nobody else can take of you
When you travel alone, you come home with hundreds of pictures of Cartagena and almost none of yourself. Maybe a few selfies at arm's length, or a blurry one a stranger took in a hurry.
I'm Beth, a local professional photographer in Cartagena. My solo travel photoshoot is made for exactly that moment: 40 minutes, just you and the most beautiful corners of the walled city, and 10 to 15 edited photos you'll actually want to post, print and keep.
It's short on purpose. You don't have to give up half a day of your trip. Fit it into a free morning, then go on with your plans.
Selfies vs. a solo photoshoot
On your own
- Arm's-length angles, always the same
- Asking strangers and hoping for the best
- Tripod timers in crowded streets
- You end up behind the camera, not in the photo
With Beth
- Full-body shots, portraits and details
- Spots chosen for the best light that day
- Simple posing guidance so you look natural
- 10–15 edited photos of you in Cartagena
What's included
- One person: a session designed for solo travelers
- 40 minutes walking two or three nearby spots in the Old Town (walled city) or Getsemaní
- Posing guidance in English or Spanish; no experience needed
- 10 to 15 professionally edited photos in high resolution
- Private online gallery delivered in 7–10 business days
- Planning on WhatsApp before your trip: meeting point, best hour for the light and what to wear
Made for solo travelers, especially if you're a woman traveling alone
Meeting a stranger in a new city can feel uncomfortable, so everything is clear before you arrive. We agree on a public, easy-to-find meeting point in the Old Town, the session happens in busy central streets, and you can message me on WhatsApp at any moment before we meet.
And if you feel shy in front of a camera: that's normal. I tell you where to stand, where to look and what to do with your hands. After the first five minutes, most people forget they're being photographed.
Best spots for a solo photoshoot in Cartagena
In 40 minutes we choose a short route so no time is lost walking. Common combinations are the colorful streets and flower balconies of the walled city, the murals and umbrellas of Getsemaní, or the city walls at golden hour. If you want ideas first, see my guide to the best photo spots in Cartagena.
How it works
Tell me when you'll be in Cartagena and what style you like. I reply in English or Spanish.
That secures your time slot. The balance is paid on the day of the session.
Meeting point, the best hour for the light and outfit tips, all on WhatsApp before your trip.
We walk, I guide you, you enjoy the city. Then you continue with your day.
10 to 15 edited high-resolution photos in a private gallery within 7–10 business days.
Frequently asked questions
$200,000 Colombian pesos (approximately USD $50) for one person: 40 minutes of shooting and 10 to 15 edited photos. A 50% deposit confirms your date; the balance is paid on the day of the session.
Not at all. Most solo travelers feel the same way at first. I guide every pose with simple directions, so you never have to guess what to do.
We meet at a public, easy-to-find spot and shoot in busy central areas of the Old Town and Getsemaní, at hours with plenty of people around. Everything is agreed on WhatsApp before you arrive.
Yes, if there's availability. Because it's only 40 minutes, it fits easily into a free morning or late afternoon. Message me and I'll confirm the next open slot.
Light fabrics and solid colors look great against Cartagena's colorful walls. When you book, I send you outfit ideas based on the spots we'll visit.
If it rains heavily, we move the session to another time within your travel dates at no extra cost.
Yes. This session is for one person. For couples, families or groups, see the vacation photoshoot in Cartagena or the Street Love couples session.