San Jose Headshot

We often think of corporate headshot photography in the context of high-tech industry, especially here in the Bay Area. But other types of businesses need headshot and brand photography, too. I love the quiet realism of this portrait, also the texture and moody background. I didn’t use a strobe or a speed light. Just highlyContinue reading “San Jose Headshot”

Leadership Coach Headshots

Meet Stacy Kuehnis, a global executive leadership coach in the Bay Area. Stacy helps teams and leaders clarify their purpose and core values, enabling them to develop greater executive presence and influence in their professional and personal lives. Stacy recently hired me for brand and website photography. One of the challenges (and joys) of headshotContinue reading “Leadership Coach Headshots”

Professional Headshots: Six-in-One, 6/1

There’s no one right way to photograph a subject, but there are always better and worse ways of capturing a professional headshot. I start by asking basic questions. Spending time, even if only briefly, listening to answers and observing body language helps me navigate endless choices on location and during post production. Here are aContinue reading “Professional Headshots: Six-in-One, 6/1”

Bay Area Home Family Photography

Living room or family room, indoors or out, morning or night, it doesn’t really matter. Family is where you happen to be. When you’re together, that’s enough for a family photographer to capture scripted and unscripted moments. And, yes, behind every happy family is a much happier dog just waiting to fetch a piece ofContinue reading “Bay Area Home Family Photography”

Downtown senior portrait session

When it comes to senior portraits, I thrill at the request, “Let’s do something different.” This graduate is ready to set foot on an unconventional path and explore the world beyond Chico, beyond California, and beyond the US entire. Although we started safely enough at the Rose Garden in San Jose, we quickly found ourselvesContinue reading “Downtown senior portrait session”