About Us — Berkeley Portrait Studio
We are a client-focused studio based in Berkeley (and, now, San Diego).
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FAQs
“Where are you located?”
Berkeley Portrait Studio is a photo studio located in Berkeley and, now, San Diego.
We specialize in portraiture, lighting, posing and expression, color, Photoshop retouching, and portrait imitation and replication.
Reservations must be made in advance (see calendar).
“Why new picture?”
Pictures play an important role because they provide a heuristic indication of character and personality.
To discuss your needs, schedule a call or send us a message.
For our availability, click here to see our availability.
Can I read about past experiences?
Take your time perusing comments about Berkeley Portrait Studio on Google Reviews as well as Yelp.
“Describe the experience.”
Berkeley Portrait Studio offers a high-spirited take on personal and career portraiture.
Our style is influenced by 20th-century fashion photographers (Richard Avedon, Irving Penn, Martin Schoeller, Annie Leibovitz).
Most of all, we believe getting your picture taken should be fun, engaging, and a personalized experience.
“Who are your typical customers?”
Most of our clients are professionals and individuals seeking an improved image for career purposes.
We regularly work with grad students, post-docs, lawyers, small business owners, realtors/brokers, graduate students, entrepreneurs, start-ups, remote tech workers, and large companies with a small presence in the Bay Area.