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.

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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Kevin Neilson Photography

Fernwood Avenue, San Jose, California
5.0 (55 reviews)
  • Portraits
  • Couples photography
  • Family portraits
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I’m a professional photographer and creative visual artist in the San Francisco Bay Area. I provide headshot, family, brand, lifestyle, landscape, a More Detail

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Vero Kherian Photography

Fillmore Street, San Francisco, California
5.0 (54 reviews)
  • Event photography
  • Videography
  • Portraits
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Professional portraiture and headshot photographer in San Francisco, California serving the SF Bay A More Detail

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Charles Le Photography

South 1st Street, San Jose, California
5.0 (101 reviews)
  • Headshots
  • Family portraits
  • Event photography
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Charles Le Photography provides wedding, portrait, and special event photography in the San Francisco and San Jose Bay Area. We service all of Califor More Detail

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Natalie Bray Studios

Turquoise Street, San Diego, California
5.0 (51 reviews)

We are a fine art portrait studio with heart. We have a modern take on a classic art form. Getting photos taken can be intimidating and stressful, but More Detail

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All Colors Photography

Morena Boulevard, San Diego, California
5.0 (96 reviews)
  • Lifestyle Sessions
  • Family portraits
  • Cake Smash Sessions
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I am a natural light photographer specializing in newborn and children photography. I love photographing kids from newborn to all the the wonderful mi More Detail

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Samantha Look

10th Street, San Francisco, California
5.0 (49 reviews)
  • Headshots
  • Couples photography
  • Newborn and baby photos
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I’m a photographer based in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. I specialize in maternity, newborn and family portraits shot on medium format 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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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.