Why Every Marin Business Owner Needs Professional Brand Photos
And a peek at some of my recent branding photography clients in Marin County!
If you're a business owner in Marin County, your brand starts with how you show up visually—online, in print, and across every platform where potential clients first meet you.
That’s why investing in professional branding photography isn’t just a smart idea—it’s one of the most valuable assets you can give your business.
Why Branding Photography is a Must for Business Owners
As a Marin brand photographer with over 15 years of experience, I’ve worked with countless local entrepreneurs—coaches, interior designers, realtors, therapists, consultants, and creatives. And the truth is always the same: when your brand photos are strong, current, and aligned with your message, people notice.
Here’s why:
1. Strong images build instant trust
People do business with people they trust. Whether it’s your website, your Instagram bio, or your LinkedIn profile, a high-quality, authentic headshot helps your audience feel connected and confident in you from the very first glance.
2. Great photos tell your brand story visually
Your brand is more than a logo—it’s your personality, your energy, and your unique point of view. Through your personal branding photo session, we create imagery that speaks to your ideal client and reflects who you truly are as a business owner in Marin.
3. You’ll have a library of content ready for anything
Need a headshot for a speaking gig? A photo for your About page? A post to promote your next launch? Instead of scrambling, you’ll have a custom library of beautiful, professional brand photos that make showing up online so much easier.
Business Branding for Kay Chesterfield | Oakland
Showcasing Marin and Bay Area Business Talent: Real Client Highlights
Over the past few years, I’ve had the privilege of photographing incredible business owners right here in Marin and in the Bay Area—each one with a unique story, aesthetic, and mission. Here are just a few of the inspiring entrepreneurs who’ve trusted me to bring their brand to life:
Dr. Karen Horton - Marin/San Francisco – Multiple sessions with Dr. Horton to capture lifestyle images for an on-going article in San Francisco’s Haute Living magazine, images of the office, Dr. Karen Horton’s team and video for their website.
Carat’s & Stones - San Francisco– Hired me to photograph new jewelry designs for their website re-brand, other marketing and team photos for the website as well.
Lesley Evers – Oakland, Ca - A local dress designer who needed images of her products, lifestyle fashion photography, and content for her social media.
Kay Chesterfield - Oakland, CA – An Upholstry company with multiple employees, needed headshots of the team, behind the scenes images, product images and team photos, for their website, blog posts, and other marketing campaigns.
Made To Measure - Tiburon, Ca - A branding session to update Brittany Hannings business images, to be used on her LinkedIn, for PR purposes and social media.
Lesley Evers, and others - Marin and Bay Area Branding
Looking for a Branding Photographer in Marin County?
I specialize in personal branding photography for small business owners in Marin and the surrounding Bay Area. Whether you’re launching something new or just need a fresh set of headshots, I’ll help you create photos that feel natural, elevated, and uniquely you.
✨ Ready to book your session?
Let’s create scroll-stopping visuals that help your business grow. See pricing below….
Business Branding and Product Photography - Carats & Stones | San Francisco
Snapshot of Branding pricing:
20 minute session 1-2 looks and 5 images - $495
1 hour branding session 2 looks and 10 images - $795
2 hour “signature” branding session 4 looks, 2 locations - 25 - 30 images $2100