Hi, I'm Kristen Hechler, a high-end image retoucher and photographer specializing in luxury brands, interiors, architecture, and editorial work. I run Kristen Elizabeth Studio, where I shape cohesive brand narratives through photography, retouching, and color grading. I collaborate closely with editors, designers, and marketing teams to deliver authentic imagery that preserves texture, light, and mood under tight deadlines. With nearly a decade of experience, I blend technical precision with artistic intuition to create cohesive, expressive visuals for print and digital publication. My process emphasizes natural light, texture, and tone, delivering imagery that feels both refined and real.

Kristen Hechler

Hi, I'm Kristen Hechler, a high-end image retoucher and photographer specializing in luxury brands, interiors, architecture, and editorial work. I run Kristen Elizabeth Studio, where I shape cohesive brand narratives through photography, retouching, and color grading. I collaborate closely with editors, designers, and marketing teams to deliver authentic imagery that preserves texture, light, and mood under tight deadlines. With nearly a decade of experience, I blend technical precision with artistic intuition to create cohesive, expressive visuals for print and digital publication. My process emphasizes natural light, texture, and tone, delivering imagery that feels both refined and real.

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Hi, I’m Kristen Hechler, a high-end image retoucher and photographer specializing in luxury brands, interiors, architecture, and editorial work. I run Kristen Elizabeth Studio, where I shape cohesive brand narratives through photography, retouching, and color grading. I collaborate closely with editors, designers, and marketing teams to deliver authentic imagery that preserves texture, light, and mood under tight deadlines.

With nearly a decade of experience, I blend technical precision with artistic intuition to create cohesive, expressive visuals for print and digital publication. My process emphasizes natural light, texture, and tone, delivering imagery that feels both refined and real.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Image Retoucher / Photographer at The Scout Guide Orlando
November 1, 2021 - Present
Photographed and retouched editorial features for luxury brands, designers, and entrepreneurs featured in The Scout Guide Orlando print publication. Collaborated with editor and creative team to maintain tonal consistency, performed high-end color grading and retouching to preserve natural light, texture, and authenticity. Prepared high-resolution imagery for print and digital platforms; contributed to visual identity and layout coordination.
Contract Marketing Graphic Designer / Photographer at ARCHERFRS
July 1, 2023 - Present
Partnered with founder/CEO to craft visual identity and marketing strategy for a new emergency medical delivery technology. Created marketing collateral (product sheets, diagrams, investor decks, website content); collaborated with creative teams to adapt messaging; managed end-to-end visual narratives to help EMS and fire departments understand, trust, and adopt drone-based medical delivery systems.
Founder, Designer, Creative at KRISTEN ELIZABETH STUDIO
July 1, 2015 - Present
Founded and lead a design studio providing branding, marketing, and visual content for luxury, lifestyle, and editorial clients. Manage projects end-to-end—from concept and design through final delivery for print and digital formats. Collaborated with marketing teams to clearly communicate complex product information with a refined, cohesive aesthetic.

Education

B.S. in Biology at Rollins College, Winter Park, FL
January 11, 2030 - May 21, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail