OC Headshot & Brand Photography

Stand out.

Headshots are the business card of the digital age, so they’re more important than ever before. Let’s show the world who you are and what you have to offer.

How do you want to be seen?

As a headshot and personal brand photographer, I offer a tailored experience to help you elevate your brand or personal image. From professional hair and makeup artistry to wardrobe styling, every detail is meticulously crafted. With customized retouching based on your preferences, you can feel confident in your polished look. Receive images in various dimensions and sizes, perfectly suited for your needs, whether it's a striking banner image for your website or a refreshed headshot for LinkedIn. Let's showcase your authentic self and engage your audience with stunning visuals created in my studio or on-location.

Show the you
behind your brand.

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“…Not only did my personal brand photos and videos turn out great, but I had a ton of fun during the whole process. Carsten put me completely at ease and gave me clear direction to make me feel like a pro in front of the camera (which I absolutely am not!). I've probably worked with 30 photographers in my career and she is the one I will recommend over and over again.”

— Kayla N. (Agency Anne)

The Custom Headshot Experience:

What do you wear for headshots? When it comes to selecting outfits for your headshot, it's important to choose items that will look great on camera. Sometimes an outfit can look amazing in real life, but something just seems “off” about it in photos. One of the most important services I include is your personalized guidance on which colors, textures, and styles will work best for you based on your skin tone, body type, and overall goal. What message are you trying to convey with your images? Wardrobe styling plays a huge role in delivering that message. I’ll help you present yourself in the most flattering way possible, starting with your own closet. Click here for my top recommendations.
A skilled hair & makeup artist will help you look your best by creating a polished and natural look that enhances your features without looking overdone. Because professional hair and makeup artistry is paramount to getting a solid headshot, it’s a service I include with my headshots for clients of any gender. Even if you regularly apply your own makeup, there’s a specific way to do makeup for the camera that takes a specialized skill-set. Leave that to my stylists to handle for you! Professional hairstyling and makeup artistry is done by Heidi at Salon Maison, directly next door to our studio.
While most of the work in creating your amazing new headshot will be done before you even step in front of the camera, sometimes there are certain things we want to look just right in photos. Everyone has unique features they may want to highlight or downplay in their headshot, which is why I’ll work with you to achieve the exact look you’re going for. Whether you want to minimize the appearance of fine lines, soften harsh shadows, or brighten your eyes, after your headshot session, we’ll go through your selected images one-by-one so I can take detailed notes on your specific retouching requests. And I’ll be happy to readjust any of the retouching, too, though most of my clients are thrilled with how they look after the very first round!

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First impressions
are everything.

Studies have shown we have a fraction of a second to convince someone to continue learning about our offerings online. Because people buy from companies they know, like, and trust, the most influential component of your offer is your face. Whether you're a business owner, an actor, or simply looking to enhance the aesthetic of your dating profile, an eye-catching headshot is essential for starting the conversation.

Wondering what to wear for headshots? I’ll guide you through it based on these recommendations:

Click here for general portrait guidelines.

“I was introduced to Carsten from a co-worker’s referral. I used her for two executives’ headshots. Both of the executives are in love with their new photos thanks to Carsten…My executives are so proud to share their headshots - they look natural and their personalities shine through. She is so easy to work with - I would definitely use her again should I get the opportunity.”

— Wai-Yee C. (Experian)

"extremely attentive to what I wanted"

“Carsten is the best! I went in to get my professional headshot taken and she was extremely attentive to what I wanted. She took numerous photos and would show me the results on her camera to pick out the facial expression, hair position, and even outfits. I could clearly tell that she’s passionate about not only photography but also to produce the best possible outcome that will satisfy her clients. She did an excellent job with the edits as well.”
— Nicole L.
"I could not be happier with the results."

“I could not be happier with the results. She is so personable, it really puts you at ease. Because I felt so comfortable, the photos looked really natural. Without hesitation, I highly recommend her.”
— Gary B.
"amazing results each and every time"

“I have worked with Carsten for many years now doing my photos, from promo shoots for TV shows, to headshots, to photos with my company, to family portraits, and she has produced amazing results each and every time. I couldn't recommend her enough. Her friendly demeanor also puts you at ease to get your best shots. Will work with her many more times to come!”
— Ashley B.
"exceeded my expectations"

“Carsten is amazing to work with. She is very professional, friendly, talented and thorough. I have worked with Carsten both professionally for my business and headshots, but also for family photos. Each time she has exceeded my expectations and delivered excellent service and photos. She has a charm about her that puts you at ease and you forget she is taking your photos.”
— Amber H.
"supportive and encouraging"

“Carsten is a wonderful photographer. She has a high level of professionalism, is a great communicator, and does fabulous work. She got amazing shots for me and was so supportive and encouraging along the way.”
— Sarah D.
"worth every penny"

“I very highly recommend Carsten for any of your portrait needs!! She’s very fun and easy to work with while giving helpful, guiding instruction from beginning to end. I’m very awkward when it comes to my photo being taken but Carsten made me feel right at ease - definitely worth every penny! She’s very helpful in location picking as well as outfit selection. She made my whole photo session an experience I won’t ever forget!”
— Sara J.
"ten stars!"

“I would give 10 stars if I could!…She is extremely thoughtful and patient…It is very clear Carsten cares about her clients being completely satisfied with their photos. Compared to another photographer I had previously seen, it was a night and day difference in the quality Carsten produces.”
— Daniel P.
"I feel so proud & accomplished!"

“She has also helped me tremendously with my business. She helped me figure out my "brand" when I needed photos for my website and social media. She captured my aesthetic and color scheme perfectly. I had never taken professional photos of my business before, but when I look at the ones she has taken, I feel so proud and accomplished! Thank you Carsten! I look forward to more moments captured by you!”
— Amaris P.
"overall pleasure to work with"

“Very professional, friendly, energetic, enthusiastic, and just an overall pleasure to work with. I highly recommend if you're looking for someone who is passionate about their work! 5 Stars!!!!!!!”
— Joseph S.
"absolutely thrilled with the photos!"

“I can't say enough great things about Carsten! Carsten took portraits of me for my business and I am absolutely thrilled with the photos! She made the shoot really fun because of her humor, and she makes you feel like a million bucks the whole time! Thank you Carsten!”
— Lauren N.
"She put me at ease"

“A wonderful person and photographer. She put me at ease and took great pictures. I highly recommend Carsten's work.”
— Matthew F.
"I received many compliments!"

“I needed new headshots for my new job, and Carsten was very quick to accommodate my schedule. She made me feel at ease right away during the photo shoot and I appreciated her honesty and feedback on poses, colors, and accessories. She was also very quick and responsive when it came to selecting my photos. They turned out great and I received many compliments on them!”
— Nu Y.
"Third time working with Carsten"

“Best of the best!!! Third time working with Carsten and she never fails. Our pictures are always better and perfect and her customer service is top notch! Booking again in a couple weeks!!”
— Jay H.
"extremely pleased at the end results"

“Not only is Carsten Tice an AMAZING photographer, she is very lovely to work with and she is very professional. I had the best time shooting with her, I was extremely pleased at the end results and how wonderful they looked. Highly recommend!!”
— Riley S.
"She makes you feel right at home!"

“I was nervous days before getting there, and what should I wear and all that. But when I got to her studio, she makes you feel right at home! So we start with the photos and she was coaching me so nicely and perfectly. I just had a real nice time. Photos turned out exceptional, and she was exceptional! Thanks again Carsten!”
— Matt E.
"Helpful every step of the way."

“Carsten is helpful every step of the way. She helped me ask the right questions, defining a purpose for my photos, selecting the setting and presenting myself in the most effective way . She is very diligent, creative, encouraging and most importantly, she aligns herself with what my goals are. I would highly recommend Carsten as your photographer.”
— Kam J.
"This is our 4th year booking headshots and working with Carsten."

“This is our 4th year booking headshots and working with Carsten. My daughter and I have been extremely happy with all the photos we have received over the years. Carsten is amazing and really knows how to make someone feel comfortable. She takes a wide variety of photos to choose from and always makes sure she finds the right lighting and angles to really get the best shot of you!
We’ve done photos both at a park and at her studio. Carsten made a point to leave a small sign to welcome Anabella for the photo shoot and it was such a cute thoughtful touch to really make her feel special.
We would definitely recommend Carsten if you’re in the Orange County/ LA area!!”
— Anabella H.