This Palace of Fine Arts photoshoot branding session with Avital was so fun! I love working with creative entrepreneurs and small business owners on branding and creative headshot sessions. Avital is a super talented makeup artist and the salon owner of Avital Beauty Lounge who has been in business for over 15 years.
She works in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and even abroad. A few years ago she launched her own makeup line, Puzzle Makeup, and as the business grows, she wanted some creative, authentic imagery that went beyond headshots to use for her marketing. You can check out her Puzzle Makeup Instagram page here!
While I’ve taken photos of Avital doing other people’s makeup, this session was focused on her as a creative business owner beyond just makeup. We decided to take a mix of film and digital images in the iconic Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. From the dramatic green doors to the beautiful redwood trees and legendary Greco-Roman rotunda, we had a variety of beautiful backdrops and lighting to work with.
With branding images, I aim to capture the special spark that makes you YOU. In preparing for the session, I get to know you and your business through a detailed questionnaire and planned phone call. This allows me to capture your unique personality, energy, and beauty.
During a creative branding session, I take a few traditional headshots, but the larger focus is usually on making creative portraits that reflect your unique personality and line of work. The photos are on-brand and help to tell a bit about your story and the work you do.
“I’ve been fortunate to have Laura capture many photos for both my personal and professional use. She approaches her brand work with the same intention as her family work, which is to really see the person in front of her lens and showcase their gifts, talents and special spark. Laura is genuinely one of the sweetest individuals you’ll ever meet. Her sincere and laid-back demeanor creates a comfortable and easy atmosphere when she’s taking your photo. As a true professional, she delivers exceptional results every time, and you’ll undoubtedly adore your photos.”
Are you a creative entrepreneur or small business owner looking for some headshots in the San Francisco Bay Area? Or maybe you’re looking to have your own Palace of Fine Arts photoshoot? Either way, let’s work together and create some magic! I would love to get to know you and your business better. Connecting with other creative entrepreneurs and business owners in the Bay Area is always such a pleasure to me. You can learn more about what my branding collection includes here. In the meantime, feel free to learn more about me. If I sound like I’d be the perfect Bay Area Branding Photographer for you, then inquire with me! I can’t wait to get to know you.
Come see more from Avital’s Palace of Fine Arts Photoshoot below!