Top 10 Best Portrait Photography
We feature skilled portrait photographers specializing in individual, family, and corporate portraits. These professionals are chosen for their style, technical skill, and their unique ability to tell stories through pictures.
The Click
Haight Street, San Francisco, California- Pin-ups
- Events
- Couples photography
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Where the camera-shy take professional-grade photos with the click of a button More Detail
Tim King Photography
Kettner Boulevard, San Diego, California- Corporate Headshots
- Event Photography
- Environmental Portraits
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Corporate, Lifestyle, and Individual Headshots. Indoor studio, outdoor, and on-locations services available. More Detail
PKA Photography
West Grape Street, San Diego, California- Maternity photos
- Event photography
- Engagement photos
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Warm & connected family, maternity, and newborn lifestyle photography, for those who value photographs as meaningful as they are beautiful. San Diego More Detail
Chelsea V Photography
Silverton Avenue, San Diego, California- Maternity photos
- Headshots
- Portraits
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Professional studio and outdoor photography sessions with specializations in headshots, kids, maternity, & graduation. Chelsea V Photography also spec More Detail
Toanven Photography
Branham Lane, San Jose, California- Maternity photos
- Couples photography
- Headshots
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Specialties An award winning photography group specializing in portraits, Family, Maternity, engagement/ pre-wedding and wedding photography. Hist More Detail
Zen Studios LA
West 6th Street, Los Angeles, California- Commercial Headshots
- Doctor Headshots
- LinkedIn Headshots
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Our talented team of photographers possesses an innate ability to connect with clients, making them feel at ease throughout the photoshoot. We believe More Detail
Zoe Larkin Photography
Lexington Street, San Francisco, California- Wedding photography
- Engagement photos
- Event photography
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We aim for you to be fully present in every moment, crafting a unique gallery that beautifully depicts your journey and those who shaped you. I ca More Detail
Kerry Goddard Photography
Camden Avenue, San Jose, California- Maternity photography
- Portraits
- Milestone photography
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Specialties Photographs are a great way to memorialize special events in our lives, and give us the rare opportunity to celebrate a single moment for More Detail
Stanley Wu Photography
North Pacific Coast Highway, Los Angeles, California- Event photography
- Portraits
Stanley Wu is a Portrait & Wedding Photographer specializing in elegant, artistic, and timeless graduation portraits, wedding photography, engagement More Detail
Guy Viau Photography
Hargis Street, Los Angeles, California- Headshots
- Engagement Photoshoot
- Boudoir Photoshoot
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Renowned Headshot Photographer in Los Angeles, Guy Viau works with "working" and "beginning" actors, performers & dancers. Children Photography, Boudo More Detail
Frequently Asked Questions
We suggest going for a photographer who is well skilled n lighting, angles, and posing to bring out your best features. Check their portfolio for the variety in styles since some specialize in dramatic studio lighting, while others focus on natural, outdoor portraits.
Importantly, Look at client testimonials to ensure they make subjects feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera.
Choose clothing that suits the tone of the shoot. for professional headshots, opt for neutral, well-fitted clothing, while creative portraits allow for more expressive outfits. Avoid busy patterns, overly bright colors, or large logos that can distract from your face. If unsure, consult your photographer; many offer wardrobe styling advice.
- Studio portraits provide controlled lighting, backdrops, and a polished, editorial feel which is the best for headshots and formal portraits.
- Outdoor portraits use natural lighting and scenic backgrounds to create a more relaxed, organic look. These are great for lifestyle or personal branding shoots.
Most portrait sessions last between 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the number of outfit changes, location shifts, and the level of editing required. If you are booking for a professional purpose, a quick 30-minute headshot session might be enough, while creative or branding portraits may require more time.
Yes! Most photographers include basic retouching such as skin smoothing, color correction, and lighting adjustments, in their packages. If you need extensive edits like background changes, makeup enhancement, or object removal, confirm with the photographer beforehand.