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.

Renee Farias

North Broadway, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (96 reviews)

At Renee Farias, we understand that every business is unique, with distinct needs at each stage of growth. That’s why our services are fully customi More Detail

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Matt Marcheski

East 6th Street, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (69 reviews)

Matt Marcheski is an accomplished Los Angeles, California based headshot photographer. Known for social media, actor and corporate headshots that stan More Detail

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Stasi Photography

East 15th Street, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (65 reviews)

Specializing in unique portraits for actors, musicians, models, comedians, and other industry profes More Detail

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Next Exit Photography

Greenfield Avenue, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (62 reviews)
  • Corporate Event
  • Headshot Photography
  • Event photography
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"Cat and Adi Benner - we are Next Exit Photography - photographing Southern California weddings, events, bar and bat mitzvahs, lifestyle photography a More Detail

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Sergio Garcia Photography

Pasadena Avenue, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (251 reviews)

Fashion photography, editorial photography, model photography, portrait photography, commercial clients, advertising clients, cinemagraphs, fashion an More Detail

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Mirror Self-Portrait Photo Studio

South Santa Fe Avenue, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (56 reviews)
  • Boudoir Photoshoot
  • Family Portraits
  • Headshots
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The first and only one Self-Portrait Mirror Photo Studio in Los Angeles! Experience a new level of professional photoshoot, that doesn't require a pho More Detail

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Mark Lee Foto

Shatto Place, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (46 reviews)
  • Creative headshots
  • Actor headshots
  • Business headshots
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I am a headshot photographer in Los Angeles, specializing in headshots and portrait photography. I create high-quality images for personal and profess More Detail

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Emily Winnie Photography

Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (68 reviews)
  • Maternity potraits
  • Newborn and baby photos
  • Potraits
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Emily specializes in Newborn photography, Family photography, Child Photography, Baby Photography, High school senior photography and Maternity photog More Detail

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A La Mode Photo

Montana Avenue, Los Angeles, California
4.9 (225 reviews)
  • Newborn photoshoot
  • Headshots
  • In-home photoshoot
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Photographer Heather Hart specializes in Pregnancy, Maternity and Family photography. Named one of the top 5 photographers in California. Couples, eng More Detail

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Aaron Jay Young Studio

South Hill Street, Los Angeles, California
5.0 (30 reviews)
  • Portrait photography
  • Pet photography

We are a photography studio that invites people to really be seen. We capture our subjects, honestly, authentically. It is more than just the photogra 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.