Fashion, Editorial, and Fine Art Photography in the Bay Area

I’m a photographer in the South Bay who mainly serves corporate and family clients. But lately my work is tilting toward fashion, editorial, and fine art photography. These images were taken at the Rosicrucian Museum in San Jose. I’m a big fan of simplicity, and my method reflects it. I avoid studio set ups whenever possible and prefer being outside in the elements using what’s ready at hand: a black reflector, an overhang, a window, sidelight, and even wind, always a glorious gift. Special thanks to Olga for being an outstanding model-collaborator in drizzly conditions on a late fall day.

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TFP photography bay area model san jose rosicrucian egyptian museum low-key black and white face
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TFP photography bay area model san jose rosicrucian egyptian museum window light
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Maternity Photoshoot in the Bay Area

I’m a quiet observer at heart.
I try to live without hope or expectation.
But I have moments of weakness.
When that happens, I make silent bargains.
I promise to be patient,
To honor silence and discretion,
And to embrace the awkwardness of others.
All in the fervent hope that one day I’ll stand under soft light, beneath olive trees, with a mother-to-be—radiant, serene, and tough as nails, carrying everything with strength and beauty and grace.

Bay Area Portrait Photography

S, simply S, at the Rosicrucian Museum in San Jose, CA, helping me out of a nasty creative slump. Thank you, S! I say more about our outing in my most recent newsletter. Enjoy!

Soft light. An olive tree. And a keepsake.

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Window light. Transparency and obstruction. And The Upside Down.

Reflections. Swagger.

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bay area portrait photography rosicrucian egyptian museum san jose olive tree

Headshot Photography for Founders and Executive & Leadership Coaches

When Stacy Kuehnis enters a room, only effervescent things happen. Bright ideas illuminate new possibilities, resulting in a delightful blend of insight, joy, and laughter. Only canary yellow can rise to the occasion of such vibrant energy. To learn more about Stacy, please visit her Jump Start Program.