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Exceptional 5.0

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Exceptional 5.0

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  • 25 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves San Diego, CA
  • 25 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves San Diego, CA

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John Rich says, "An excellent photographer for our 40th reunion event. Showed up on time and captured images of the reunion for 2 hours. Not an easy job when it's just people talking or eating But the photos came out great! I would definitely recommend his services. We'll be looking for him at our 45th reunion."See more
John Rich says, "An excellent photographer for our 40th reunion event. Showed up on time and captured images of the reunion for 2 hours. Not an easy job when it's just people talking or eating But the photos came out great! I would definitely recommend his services. We'll be looking for him at our 45th reunion."
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CMB Photography
CMB Photography

Excellent 4.9

(55)

Excellent 4.9

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  • 51 hires on Thumbtack
  • 2 similar jobs done near you
  • 51 hires on Thumbtack
  • 2 similar jobs done near you
Cody and India C. says, "Crystal and her second shooter Curtis were a DREAM to work with!! We hired her for our engagement photos and for our wedding, which was this past weekend (06/20/2026). She was very responsive, candid, professional, and above all is a very talented photographer. Our engagement photos came out gorgeous and we can't wait to see the photos from our wedding!! Highly recommend."See more
Cody and India C. says, "Crystal and her second shooter Curtis were a DREAM to work with!! We hired her for our engagement photos and for our wedding, which was this past weekend (06/20/2026). She was very responsive, candid, professional, and above all is a very talented photographer. Our engagement photos came out gorgeous and we can't wait to see the photos from our wedding!! Highly recommend."
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Ryeo Lee Photography
Ryeo Lee Photography

Exceptional 5.0

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Exceptional 5.0

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  • 8 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves San Diego, CA
  • 8 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves San Diego, CA
Terry J. says, "I’ve been working with Ryeo for many years now. In fact I was one of her first clients. It’s a joy to see how much her artistry and expression through photography has grown so much over time. Ryeo has an amazing eye for capturing important, emotional and candid moments. The way she captures these moments are timeless and I often re-use many of her photos for social media content even shots she’s taken of me years ago. These are some of the reasons why she’s always my first choice when I need to hire a photographer."See more
Terry J. says, "I’ve been working with Ryeo for many years now. In fact I was one of her first clients. It’s a joy to see how much her artistry and expression through photography has grown so much over time. Ryeo has an amazing eye for capturing important, emotional and candid moments. The way she captures these moments are timeless and I often re-use many of her photos for social media content even shots she’s taken of me years ago. These are some of the reasons why she’s always my first choice when I need to hire a photographer."
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Excellent 4.9

(29)

Excellent 4.9

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  • 47 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves San Diego, CA
  • 47 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves San Diego, CA
Kristen D. says, "Our expectations for our extended family shoot were not very high because we have a bunch of young kids in our group, and we have had meltdowns every year when we try to take photos as a large group. We were COMPLETELY blown away by how natural and easy it was for Aubrey to capture such perfect shots of all of us. We chose her because we love her work, but also because she has young kids herself, which ended up being key to an amazing shoot. She was so playful and fun that we all couldn’t stop talking about what a great time we had. The kids even asked us if she could come with us to the beach everytime we go because they had so much fun. 🤣 So if you have kids or just want a fun playful photographer that will get great posed shots as well amazing candids, book Aubrey. She’s the best!"See more
Kristen D. says, "Our expectations for our extended family shoot were not very high because we have a bunch of young kids in our group, and we have had meltdowns every year when we try to take photos as a large group. We were COMPLETELY blown away by how natural and easy it was for Aubrey to capture such perfect shots of all of us. We chose her because we love her work, but also because she has young kids herself, which ended up being key to an amazing shoot. She was so playful and fun that we all couldn’t stop talking about what a great time we had. The kids even asked us if she could come with us to the beach everytime we go because they had so much fun. 🤣 So if you have kids or just want a fun playful photographer that will get great posed shots as well amazing candids, book Aubrey. She’s the best!"
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Pixel Era Photography
Pixel Era Photography
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New on Thumbtack
  • Serves San Diego, CA
  • Serves San Diego, CA

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Capturing the Moments That Matter — with Master-Class Technical Precision. Your image is your first impression. Whether you need a corporate headshot that commands authority, an editorial portrait that tells your unique story, or seamless documentation of your life's milestones, I deliver magazine-quality results tailored entirely to you. I specialize in professional headshots, timeless portraits, and small event photography (including Weddings, Engagement Parties, Family Gatherings, and milestone Birthdays). For studio and location portraits, I specialize in advanced facial lighting structures—including my signature butterfly lighting effect—to sculpt your features, emphasize symmetry, and create a crisp, cinematic portrait that flatters your unique features. Why Clients Choose My Studio: • Expert Facial Contouring: I don't just point a camera and shoot. I utilize classical studio lighting setups—such as the iconic butterfly effect and dramatic Rembrandt lighting—to deliberately shape shadows and highlights for a high-end, tailored look. • Comprehensive Event Coverage: For weddings and private celebrations, I combine classic portraiture with candid storytelling, capturing the emotion and atmosphere of your day with total technical clarity. • Professional, High-Volume Delivery: Backed by a full ten years of sales and client management experience, I ensure a seamless, organized, and collaborative experience from the initial booking to the final gallery delivery. Rates & Booking Logistics: • Rate: $200 per hour • Includes: High-resolution digital image delivery, color-corrected and polished editing, full printing rights, and professional lighting equipment tailored to your specific venue or location. Let’s create something exceptional together. Contact me today to discuss your vision, review your target lighting style, and lock in your date. Proudly offering a 10% discount for active-duty military and veterans on sessions of 2+ hoursSee more
Capturing the Moments That Matter — with Master-Class Technical Precision. Your image is your first impression. Whether you need a corporate headshot that commands authority, an editorial portrait that tells your unique story, or seamless documentation of your life's milestones, I deliver magazine-quality results tailored entirely to you. I specialize in professional headshots, timeless portraits, and small event photography (including Weddings, Engagement Parties, Family Gatherings, and milestone Birthdays). For studio and location portraits, I specialize in advanced facial lighting structures—including my signature butterfly lighting effect—to sculpt your features, emphasize symmetry, and create a crisp, cinematic portrait that flatters your unique features. Why Clients Choose My Studio: • Expert Facial Contouring: I don't just point a camera and shoot. I utilize classical studio lighting setups—such as the iconic butterfly effect and dramatic Rembrandt lighting—to deliberately shape shadows and highlights for a high-end, tailored look. • Comprehensive Event Coverage: For weddings and private celebrations, I combine classic portraiture with candid storytelling, capturing the emotion and atmosphere of your day with total technical clarity. • Professional, High-Volume Delivery: Backed by a full ten years of sales and client management experience, I ensure a seamless, organized, and collaborative experience from the initial booking to the final gallery delivery. Rates & Booking Logistics: • Rate: $200 per hour • Includes: High-resolution digital image delivery, color-corrected and polished editing, full printing rights, and professional lighting equipment tailored to your specific venue or location. Let’s create something exceptional together. Contact me today to discuss your vision, review your target lighting style, and lock in your date. Proudly offering a 10% discount for active-duty military and veterans on sessions of 2+ hours
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Reviews for San Diego headshot photographers on Thumbtack

From Sean A.

High V Media
High V Media
Very happy with my headshots from Visendus Media!

From Isadora D.

Wasio faces
Wasio faces
I'm happy with my headshot and will recommend this place to my friends and family.

From Elizabeth L.

impressionsbykayla
impressionsbykayla
Had an amazing shoot with Kayla to get new headshots! In love with the results!!

From Kristina P.

Ivy Imagery
Ivy Imagery
Ashley is a wonderful photographer who makes you feel comfortable and comes to your shoot ready with options. I wanted headshots that were not the same old sad professional headshots that you see on LinkedIn. She did an amazing job and gave lots of options. Hire her..you won’t regret it.

From Thumbtack Customer

San Diego Headshots | Laurens Antoine Photography
San Diego Headshots | Laurens Antoine Photography
Great shoot, very professional and an easy-going environment. I got a great headshot out of it, highly recommended.

From Kelly T.

Headshots by Salvador Veta
Headshots by Salvador Veta
We use a different photographer in our New York office but needed a headshot professional for the San Diego region. Salvador did an excellent job of matching the style of our existing corporate headshots and his touch-up work is on point. It was a great job and we'll definitely be using him in the future. Thanks, Salvador!

From Philip M.

San Diego Headshots | Laurens Antoine Photography
San Diego Headshots | Laurens Antoine Photography
Amazing studio to work with!! They made me feel at ease and the headshots came out perfect!! Don’t hesitate to book them!!

From Marie S.

Gabriel Hernandez Photography Top Pro Voted #1
Gabriel Hernandez Photography Top Pro Voted #1
Gabriel was great at giving me suggestions for my headshot. He put me at ease and we got great photos. Very professional.

From Kristen P.

Wasio faces
Wasio faces
Yaneck and Sasha were amazing to work with and were very accommodating. I highly recommend them to anyone who needs professional headshots taken!

From Selina H.

San Diego Professional Headshots
San Diego Professional Headshots
Hi Don. Could you please respond about the black and white version of the headshots? I've been waiting since April 5. Thanks.

From Thumbtack Customer

LaBarge Photography
LaBarge Photography
she was flexible and initially prompt. She gave me half as long as she said she would. She said she was experienced in doing headshots, but almost none of the photos were cropped to headshots (I had to crop them myself). She did a photo shop job that looked totally artificial. She took longer to deliver than she had said she would.

From Thumbtack Customer

San Diego Headshots | Laurens Antoine Photography
San Diego Headshots | Laurens Antoine Photography
I booked a session for traditional headshots here on Thumbtack. They had a discounted special if you can fill empty slots in their schedule. My experience in the studio was great! The photographer and staff make you feel comfortable right when you walk in, and the pug, Millie, that hangs out in the studio is just as friendly. They are very experienced with headshots and seem like they cater the way they shoot the photo depending on what you will be using the photos for.

From Jackie S.

Stylish1Photography
Stylish1Photography
Rodney was such a pro! He took the time to research the website for my headshot to ensure he captured the look I was after. He listened and provided the exact touch ups I needed. I was so happy with the results I had a hard time selecting which headshot I wanted because they were all so good. I highly recommend Rodney for photography not to mention he's such a nice guy!

From Marco F.

Debora Barreto Photography
Debora Barreto Photography
Debora was very professional and showed up ready to work. I was
very happy with the pictures. I would strongly recommend her for anyone looking to have professional headshots.

From Reena K.

High V Media
High V Media
Derek is reliable, affordable & will do his best to accommodate your schedule. We booked him about a week out for business / professional headshots and he was able to schedule us in. Definitely recommend!

From Thumbtack Customer

Danielle Falknor Photography
Danielle Falknor Photography
customer photo shoot, in studio. We did both headshots and some fun pics. Danielle was fantastic. She gave great direction, made our customers comfortable and delivered fantastic shots. We are thrilled with the outcome.

From Jesslin C.

High V Media
High V Media
Love how Derek was so attentive and understanding of all those taking headshots. He made everyone feel comfortable and was very understanding when a few of the students were nervous. Cannot wait to hire him again!

From Thumbtack Customer

San Diego Headshots | Laurens Antoine Photography
San Diego Headshots | Laurens Antoine Photography
I visited Laurens for a Modern Headshot. Laurens is a photography professional. When I first talked to him he told me that I was going to love his headshots. He delivered on his reassurance. In addition to providing superb service, Laurens accommodated my ever changing work schedule and delivered retouched photos in an extremely prompt manner to meet my needs. Studio is nice and in a very convenient location. Laurens provides a comfortable, relaxed un rushed atmosphere resulting in photos that you will be more than satisfied with. Thanks again Laurens

From Thumbtack Customer

San Diego Headshots | Laurens Antoine Photography
San Diego Headshots | Laurens Antoine Photography
Fast turn-around time on a professional and great-looking headshot! Lauren and his assistant worked to make sure I was comfortable in the studio, and we got great, natural-looking shots right away. Very pleased with the service.

From Mira R.

Nicole Antonacci Photography
Nicole Antonacci Photography
My experience with Nicole was fun and the environment was covid-safe. I went in for my first headshot and she made me laugh and feel super comfortable and relaxed. The photos came out great and captured my exact needs!

From Sam S.

Wasio faces
Wasio faces
Wasio was very responsive, easy to find and easy to work with! I was very happy with my headshot and the price. They have a great to process and work with you and narrow down what you like and are looking for. Definitely will recommend to my coworkers and friends!

From Kennedy H.

Eddie Campos Photo
Eddie Campos Photo
Eddie was amazing! Very quick and easy to make and appointment and figure out what style I wanted for my headshot photos. He was very helpful for helping me find all the best lighting, angles, and expressions. HIGHLY recommend!!

From Cristian S.

Ben Dulay Photography
Ben Dulay Photography
Ben was an amazing and professional photographer. I wanted to do a shoot for professional headshot photos, and the photos he took were very high quality and well edited. He is great at listening to your requests and I am satisfied with the work!

From Bess O.

Dan Ituarte Photography
Dan Ituarte Photography
Dan was super flexible and worked very hard to get just the right lighting for our headshots!!!! They turned out wonderfully and we appreciate the time and attention to detail that he paid, because the results were very important to us. Thank you!

From Vanya s.

KTR Photography
KTR Photography
Tahli captured the perfect headshot for us. She was extremely patient and had great ideas on the location, poses. Despite there being a last minute location change, she was very understanding. I highly recommend her for the amazing photography she does.
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