The Kent Portrait Program
Professional portraits of our members, taken right here at the club. Provided at no cost in partnership with Arceo Studio Collective. Families encouraged. Complimentary 5×7 included.
Arceo Studio Collective will be at the club beginning October 13th, 2026, 10AM-8PM.
A guided, unhurried sitting.
II. WHAT TO PLAN FOR
Each appointment is paced to do the work properly: a paperwork review, the photography itself, a same-day selection, retouch review, and any other inquires for your portraits.
Selections themselves commonly take the majority of sessions, as most members find themselves pleasantly surprised with their portraits and struggle to choose their best shot!
Please reserve enough time for the full appointment so we are not rushed.
Average sitting times:
Individual - 15-25 minutes
Couples - 45-55 minutes
Family of 3-4 - 1.5 hours
Family of 5+ - 2 hours
Sittings are by appointment only, and times vary depending on selection speed. Prime times tend to fill quickly.
Suggested attire:
Business or dressy attire is recommended. Long sleeves and deeper, solid tones like the ones below photograph beautifully in a formal portrait setting. A full prep guide will be sent once booked.
I. A NOTE FROM THE CLUB
Why are we
taking photos?
Kent Country Club wants to bring a true portrait experience to its members, with Julian Arceo behind the camera.
Julian is the photographer at every sitting. He guides each pose, reviews the images with you the same day, and makes sure every household leaves with a portrait worth keeping. The program is at no cost to you or to the club, and your participation is the entire ask.
The club also receives the finished portraits for its member directory, so the people who serve you can greet you by name. Most members haven’t had an updated portrait in years. Every session comes with a complimentary print.
Recent work
From this year's sittings.
Portraits from recent club residencies and studio sessions.
A portrait of your household at the club
GENERATIONS WELCOME
All sessions include a complimentary 5×7 portrait of your family, as a thank you for participating.
Some of the most loved portraits we make include children and grandchildren who frequent the club. They are also the most useful for staff recognition and account accuracy. Bring whoever uses the club with you.
VI. WHAT WE ASK OF YOU
Your participation is the whole ask.
The club asked us to photograph as many members and households as possible. Showing up is what helps.
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The session is on the house. No fee to book or participate.
Our team will also expertly guide you through poses, looking out for the most meticulous detail to ensure you are at your best.
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Each portrait sent to the club is professionally retouched before delivery. Refined, rested, and unmistakably you.
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You will review your portraits, choose what the club receives, and choose your own 5×7 keepsake.
If you would like prints, framed pieces, or digital files for your home, those are available. Most members are pleasantly surprised by their portraits, and a few find an image they would like to keep. There is no obligation either way.
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Spouses, children, and grandchildren who use the club benefit most when they are in the system. It improves staff service, identification, and account accuracy across the board.
Your photographer · Arceo Studio Collective
Julian Arceo
Julian is a portrait artist from Southern California, with fourteen years behind the camera as a lighting and posing specialist. He travels the country for club residencies, and every sitting with him is unhurried, with each light and pose set just for you.
- Multiple award-winning portraits
- Featured in national and international magazines
- Work exhibited in galleries throughout Southern California
V. Member Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. The session itself, your portraits, and the program as a whole are at no cost to you or to the club. The studio is provided as a service to the membership.
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Families are highly encouraged. Spouses, children, grandchildren, parents in town for the holidays. The program is designed to capture the people closest to you, improving the experience for your whole family.
Please note who you are bringing when booking.
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No. Your portraits are yours. They will not be used for marketing or any public purpose without your written permission.
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Business or dressy attire is recommended. Long sleeves and solid, deeper tones photograph beautifully. Navy, charcoal, burgundy, deep green, cream, and camel all work well. Avoid logos and busy patterns.
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Your standing at the club is unaffected. We do encourage every member who is comfortable to come by.
To opt out of further reminders, please email us directly at julian@arceoclubs.com
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We specialize in exactly that. Most members who sit down with us say the same thing, and the majority leave genuinely happy with how they look. We handle every pose and angle from start to finish, and you just show up.
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Yes. Many participating members request prints, framed pieces, or digital files for their home or family during their same-day review. Purchasing is entirely optional.
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On-site in the Kent Clubhouse beginning October 13th-October 30th.
Each appointment includes paperwork, photography, image selection, and retouch review. Selection tends to take the most time, since members are often pleasantly surprised with their results and find it hard to choose just one. Please reserve enough time so we are not rushed.