Top 10 Best Portrait Photography in Los Angeles, California

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.

Zen Studios LA

West 6th Street, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (287 reviews)
  • 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

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Stanley Wu Photography

North Pacific Coast Highway, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (224 reviews)
  • Event photography
  • Portraits

Stanley Wu is a Portrait & Wedding Photographer specializing in elegant, artistic, and timeless graduation portraits, wedding photography, engagement More Detail

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Guy Viau Photography

Hargis Street, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (205 reviews)
  • 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

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ANI Portraits

West Glenoaks Boulevard, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (192 reviews)
  • Family portraits
  • Maternity photos
  • Portraits
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Ani Portraits is a boutique fine art photography studio ran by premier award-winning Los Angeles portrait photographer, Ani Tsatourian. Ani is one More Detail

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Blue 22 Photography

West 6th Street, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (191 reviews)
  • Pinup Photoshoot
  • Graduation Photoshoot
  • Newborn & Baby Photoshoot
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Fine-art wedding & Documentary wedding Photographer, California & Worldwide More Detail

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Anastasia Portraits

York Boulevard, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (187 reviews)
  • Portraits
  • Engagement photos
  • Family portraits
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Our private studio is located in Highland Park, Los Angeles We specialize in maternity, motherhood, boudoir and family and lifestyle photography. Plea More Detail

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The Pod Photography

Sepulveda Boulevard, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (772 reviews)
  • Family portraits
  • Newborn and baby photos
  • Maternity photos
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We are a boutique portrait studio specializing in maternity, newborn, baby, first birthday, kids and family portraits. Please visit our website for de More Detail

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DTLA VISUALS PHOTO STUDIO

South Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (119 reviews)
  • Event photography
  • Couples photography
  • Senior portraits
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DTLA Visuals is located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles and specializes on photo/film rental studios that could be best used for the following: C More Detail

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Jasmine Baeza Photo

South Olive Street, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (99 reviews)
  • E-commerce Product
  • Model digitals
  • Guest Portraits
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Beauty, Fashion, Digitals, Photographer More Detail

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The Times We Have

South Olive Street, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (97 reviews)
  • Session Photography
  • Portraits
  • Event photography

We are Destination Wedding Photographers based in Los Angeles and Mexico. Photojournalist approach to create meaningful images. History Establishe More Detail

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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.