Creative Portraits
Portraits for actors, models, musicians, comedians, athletes, celebrities and boudoir photography
In the entertainment business your headshot is a crucial part of your image and will help you stand out and land an audition / job opportunity. In this social world we live in your image is almost as important as the work you do. Continuously updating your headshot on social media is a crucial step to building your presence.
I started my studio because I was seeing so many basic portraits within the entertainment business in the Bay Area. I work with my clients to match their identity, style and create portraits that will get you noticed.
Why you should choose us:
- We have been in this business for over a decade
- Creative images will set you apart from your competition
- Attention to detail with the flexibility to work with multiple set-ups (on location or in studio)
- The highest grade professional photography equipment and a state-of-the-art studio located in Emeryville, California
- Focus on client satisfaction
What Our Clients Have To Say
We were looking to create stunning images for our new collection to be used in our Milan flagship store and online campaigns. I am delighted to recommend the Light Spell Studio. Having used many commercial photographers over the last 10 years I am really impressed by the premium quality of the images Ryan produced. We are really excited to continue to work with Ryan and his team.
We were looking to expand our customer base with a new marketing campaign for the Holidays. We couldn’t be happier with the images Ryan Johnson (Light Spell Studio) created. The images capture our style and make our product stand out. The campaign is already showing great results and we are excited about the images Ryan created for our new collection.
We highly recommend The Light Spell Photography and look forward to working with the team again!
We’ve recently started an ambitious new program to extend our clothing line collection and add 20-40 new products within the next 2-6 months.
Until now we’ve used in-house photography team and we have come to realize that it’s critical to have professional photos of our clothing line.
We weren’t getting the exposure and sales growth we were looking for. We chose Ryan Johnson (The Light Spell Studio) as our preferred fashion photographer because of the quality standards, prompt and efficient services, and consistent delivery of creative new ways to grow our followers, reach new customers, and increase brand awareness.
When we first launched our e-commerce business in San Francisco we worked with Ryan Johnson to create our initial campaigns to get the word out. Thanks to his amazing images we used for our online / media campaigns and on our website to highlight the products we were able to reach critical mass, prove the concept to our investors and raise funds to further expand and move our headquarters to NY the fashion capital.
We highly recommend Ryan Johnson (The Light Spell Studio)!
We have worked with Ryan Johnson on multiple assignments for our clients and they have all loved the images and results. The images are bold, elegant and have a way of drawing you in.
Ryan and his team are very professional and we love recommending him to our clients. They are always extremely satisfied with the images and the service provided.
I worked with Ryan and his team on a shoot in Milan and was so impressed with the level of creativity and professionalism. The main reason why we decided to work with Ryan was primarily for his photography style but we didn’t expect that we would also get a partner that would significantly contribute in developing and improving on the vision we had for our campaign.
Ryan has the whole process down to a science and has an amazing team behind him. Everything from model selection to location scouting, hair and make-up and the lighting crew was beautifully organized and well thought out by Ryan and his team. We couldn’t have been happier with the way this shoot turned out. Highly recommend!
We worked with Ryan to get some new content for our rising star models. Ryan is very personable and professional. He was able to quickly adapt and change his vision for some of the shoots given last minute model changes.
We look forward to working with him again.
Solo Portrait
$450
1 outfit
1 retouched shot
45-60 minutes
1 in Studio or 1 outdoor background
Medium Portrait
$700
2 outfit
3 retouched shots
60-90 minutes
2 in Studio or 1 outdoor background
Large Portrait best value
$800
Unlimited outfit
5 retouched shots
120-140 minutes
2 in Studio or 2 outdoor background
Includes:
- Consultation covering goals, background, lighting, and wardrobe
- Photoshoot in or around The Light Spell Studio in Emeryville (across from Pixar Studios)
- Access to digital library of shots taken during the photoshoot
- Proofing consultation
Additional options:
Creative Portraits – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where do you shoot?
We do individual sessions at our Emeryville studio (across the street from Pixar). We can shoot anywhere in the Bay Area and Silicon Valley for sessions with more than 5 people for a travel fee. If you are outside of the Bay Area please contact us as we would love to work with you and figure out a plan.
What color backdrops can we use?
We can use any color backdrop you want for your headshots and we always have a variety of colors and styles in stock with no extra charges. White and black backdrops will always be in stock. If you would like a specific color backdrop to match your brand or identity there will be a $100 fee to purchase the backdrop.
What about environmental shots?
Absolutely, we can do environmental shots. Environmental portraits have the potential to tell an amazing story, but can be a bit more complicated and require more set-up given they are not done in a controlled environment like a studio. As such, you have slightly less actual shooting time on location vs. in a studio.
What type of lighting will be used?
Lighting is the key to any great image. We use some of the best lighting in the industry and have a lot of flexibility and options to light a portrait in many ways. It is helpful to discuss any specific type of lighting you would like beforehand, so we can ensure that we are efficient on the day of the shoot.
Will there be makeup provided?
We work with many professional makeup artists and can introduce you to some of the folks we work with but you would need to pay them directly for their services.
How many looks do I get?
You can get many looks per session, but keep in mind the time limit of the package you are signing up for. The more time spent changing wardrobe, the less time we are shooting / taking pictures. We can discuss your outfit before the shoot to make sure you will look your best and fit your brand identity. If you would like more time for the session to fit in more looks, we can do that with an extra fee.
How are images delivered?
All proofs and final images are delivered online for quick and easy access.
How many images do I get?
It depends on the package you have signed up for. It will vary anywhere from 1 final retouched image – 6+ retouched image. We can provide additional retouched images for a fee.
What is your turn around time?
Typically, we deliver proofs from the session within 24-72 hours. The final retouched images arrive within a week after making your final selections. Rush orders are possible with an additional fee. Larger group session timing will be longer based on the number of people photographed.
What are my rights to the image?
A standard license will be for use on your company’s website, social media pages, event presentation bio photos, and marketing materials (direct mail, email promos, etc.) Third party use is not allowed in any way. That means you can’t give the image to anyone else to use in any way or use in any type of media. Additionally, you can’t use the images in any paid advertising. These licenses are available if you need them at an extra fee.
Cancellation / rescheduling policy
A: Given scheduling complexity and the pre-production lighting set-up required in advance of the shoot I have a strict cancellation policy
B: Rescheduling with less than 48 hours prior to your shoot there will be a $75 rescheduling fee
C: If you cancel your shoot less than 72 hours prior to your shoot you will lose your deposit
D: Under a refund circumstance, I would need to charge a 25% fee to cover refund and processing fees. Refund format will be given via PayPal, Zelle or Venmo and not a direct refund to your credit card