Business Details
Your Premier Portrait Photography Studio in Onalaska, WI
At Design Photography, we have dedicated over 37 years to capturing life's most meaningful moments for seniors, families, children, and professionals in Onalaska, La Crosse, and surrounding areas. Our founder, Bob Zettler, is a Master Photographer with a career spanning more than four decades, bringing unparalleled expertise to every session. Our studio features a versatile indoor camera room with hundreds of backgrounds and an on-site natural outdoor studio with diverse settings, ensuring creative flexibility without additional travel costs. We prioritize personalized service, working closely with clients to plan sessions that reflect their unique personalities through tailored clothing, poses, and expressions. Our commitment to excellence is backed by an unconditional guarantee: if you're unsatisfied with your preview or final portraits, we will refine them at no extra charge or refund your session fee.With a focus on technical precision, artistic creativity, and client comfort, we ensure every session is enjoyable and results in portraits that exceed expectations. Our reputation for quality and value has been built through decades of delivering exceptional work that stands apart from mass-produced photography. We pride ourselves on making clients feel like the unique individuals they are, creating timeless images that celebrate their stories. From graduation portraits to family milestones, our goal is to transform moments into lasting memories that clients are proud to share. This dedication to craftsmanship and client-centric service has made us a trusted choice for generations of families and professionals.
Services
Senior Portraits
Family Photography
Children's Portraits
Business Headshots
Glamour Photography
Highlights and features
- We offer 37+ years of specialized portrait photography experience in Onalaska.
- Our master photographer has perfected portraiture since 1978 with technical precision.
- We provide personalized sessions with hundreds of creative background options.
- Our unconditional guarantee ensures satisfaction with every portrait we deliver.
- We combine artistic vision with client-focused service for unique results.
What people say
Amazing photos
Unique experience
Professional expertise
Creative variety
Personalized service
Services
Senior Portraits
Our senior portraits capture individuality through personalized sessions with diverse poses, backgrounds, and creative options. We focus on technical excellence and artistic composition to create timeless images that reflect each subject's personality. Clients receive guidance on wardrobe choices and expressions to ensure authentic results.
Family Photography
We create cohesive family portraits that balance group compositions with individual expressions. Our sessions accommodate multi-generational groups using coordinated styling and natural interactions. The studio's varied settings allow for both formal and candid-style photography in a single appointment.
Children's Portraits
Specialized sessions for children focus on capturing genuine expressions through playful interactions. We use age-appropriate props and settings to create comfortable environments while maintaining artistic quality. Sessions include multiple outfit changes and pose variations.
Business Headshots
Corporate headshots combine traditional and modern styles with customizable backgrounds to match professional needs. We offer wardrobe consultation and lighting adjustments to ensure polished results suitable for business profiles and marketing materials.
Glamour Photography
Our glamour sessions emphasize artistic lighting and dramatic compositions with access to styling resources. Clients can choose from fashion-forward backdrops and specialty lighting techniques to create striking, magazine-style images.
People
Bob Zettler
Master Photographer
Professional photographer since 1978 with 37+ years operating in Onalaska. Specializes in senior and family portraiture with technical expertise in lighting and composition. Holds Master Photographer and Photographic Craftsman certifications.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in senior, family, children, business, and glamour photography with both studio and on-location options.
How long are typical photo sessions?
Sessions usually last 1-2 hours depending on the number of outfit changes and locations used during the appointment.
Do you provide location options outside the studio?
Yes, we offer on-site natural outdoor settings including woods, water features, and architectural elements within our property.
What is your satisfaction guarantee policy?
If unsatisfied with preview selections, we'll reshoot at no charge or refund session fees plus $5.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend scheduling 2-3 months before desired date, especially for graduation season availability.
Can I request specific poses or styles?
Absolutely - we encourage clients to share style preferences and will incorporate personal ideas into sessions.
Reviews (4)
Terrie Parpart
Jul 14, 2020
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The Best place in the area for incredible photography!! Bob is a Master Photographer and a Very Nice Guy!
Kayti Kennedy
Jan 22, 2020
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I had a great time. It was quick and I had nice conversation. There were no problems at all and it all went very smoothly. I loved the positions and I think that the pictures will turn out amazing. I can't wait to see them.
Peazocker Doll
Dec 30, 2018
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Beautiful photos and a really nice guy, but VERY expensive. Be sure to ask about prices before you make an appointment. Just one 5x7 photo is over $100. We ended up going somewhere else due to cost.
Davee Lor
Dec 07, 2017
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Did not feel nervous with a stranger taking my pictures. He made me feel at ease and everything went smooth. I did not know I had to pay $400.00 for my pictures until after they were taken. It is required that you pay and use up the $400 when ordering your photos. Maybe I didn't see it, but it was surprising. Pictures were amazing; no doubt about that.
