Headshot & Portrait Pricing
Headshot Session
$200
Up to 75 minutes
$125/image · Tax included
- Leave feeling powerful
- I direct you the whole time—just show up
- Approve your favorites as we shoot
- Retouched and pre-formatted for every platform you use
- On-location available (+$250)
Portrait Session
$300
Up to 2 hours
$125/image · Tax included
- Leave feeling like a rockstar
- 30-minute planning call—every decision made before you arrive
- Dating, acting, music, personal—whatever your story, let's tell it
- Custom lighting designed for your story
- Retouched and pre-formatted for every platform you use
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included?
Session fee (headshot: {{headshot_price}}, portrait: {{portrait_price}}). This pays for our studio time, typically an hour, but up to 75 minutes. We’ll shoot you in several shirts/tops and on several backgrounds, review as we go, and end up with about 12 images, with lots of variety.
Images: $125 each. This pays for retouching, unlimited usage rights, a high resolution copy, and crops for socials. No packages, just what you need.
What's the difference between a headshot and a portrait?
A headshot helps you make connections. I use consistent, flattering lighting and direct you to look confident and approachable, to make an emotional connection with clients, contacts, casting directors, and hiring managers.
A portrait reveals your personality. I design lighting and direct you to tell your story. Portraits are great for album covers, creative promotional materials, dating profile pic, reflecting on a moment in your life, and more!
Where is your studio?
Temescal, Oakland—one block from MacArthur BART. Free parking on 39th Street and in the BART garage.
What is a look?
A combination of clothing and lighting. I shoot headshots on white and light/dark grey backgrounds, giving you lots of options across up to five outfit changes.
Do you offer packages?
No. Packages create decision fatigue and leave people paying for images they don't need. You pick your favorites, I retouch them, done.
How quickly will I get my photos?
Within four business days, usually sooner. You'll receive high-resolution files plus social-ready versions.
After Your Session
Retouched images delivered within four business days. If a detail doesn't sit right—flyaway hairs, skin tone, etc.—I'll fix it at no charge.
Referrals & Returning Clients
Returning clients take 50% off my current session rate. For every paying client you refer, they save on their session and you get a free image.