Zdeněk Dlouhý - ZD-foto

I am Zdeněk Dlouhý and portrait photography is my specialty. At the ZD‑foto studio in Jirkov I combine a fine‑art, painterly approach with commercial precision to create portraits that not only look great but also tell the story of the person in front of the lens. My work is built on sensitive direction, careful preparation and professional post‑production — all aimed at producing images you can trust. Why choose me? I have many years of experience in portrait and fine‑art photography, I am a Sigma ambassador, and I use advanced retouching tools including Retouch4me and WACOM graphic tablets. This lets me achieve high technical quality while preserving the emotional depth that is essential for a compelling portrait. I work confidently with both natural and studio light, and subtle, hand‑finished retouching is part of my signature. How does a session with me work? In the studio I offer a personalised approach — before the shoot we’ll discuss your ideas and style. Makeup artist Naďa Hoštová and a professional hair stylist prepare makeup and hair, and you are welcome to use our extensive wardrobe. During the session I’ll guide you with posing, facial expressions and composition so the final portraits feel authentic and professional. After the shoot we’ll select the final images together, and I’ll edit them according to our agreement with an emphasis on quality and detail. I specialise primarily in portrait photography — personal portraits, beauty and fine‑art portraits — and I also provide professional business portraits suitable for LinkedIn, websites and corporate presentations. My approach blends artistic sensitivity with a clear focus on how you want to be perceived. If you’re looking for a portrait photographer in Jirkov who values atmosphere, technical excellence and careful retouching, I’d be happy to discuss your session options and create portraits that truly stand the test of time. Contact me to arrange a date at the ZD‑foto studio.