A headshot shows who you are and gives the viewer an emotional connection with you. It infuses confidence in your professional capabilities. This efficient session will provide you with numerous looks so that you are ready with your personal brand when it is needed.
the goal of a great headshot
“I needed headshots for work, and I don’t love taking pictures, so I was very nervous. I am so glad that I went to Luci for my pictures. She was a pleasure to work with. She made me feel comfortable, and my pictures are amazing. She gave great direction, and I was able to learn how to give a “natural smile.” She let me see how they were being retouched, so that I could give her feedback, before my final pictures were ready. The only problem that I had was deciding which picture to use! They are all so amazing. I would highly recommend Luci.”
05. delivery
02. session confimation
Our engagement begins with a complimentary consultation where we discuss your goals, what to expect and any questions you may have about your unique photo session.
Complimentary consultation call
01. consultation call
05. delivery
02. session confimation
You will receive a confirmation of all of the details of our photo session along with instructions to prepare.
photo session confirmation
01. consultation call
05. delivery
02. session confimation
This is where the fun happens! In your photo session confirmation you will receive information about what to expect during your headshot photo session.
photo session
01. consultation call
05. delivery
02. session confimation
I will deliver proofs within one week via an online link. You will also receive instructions on how to select your photographs.
receive proofs
01. consultation call
05. delivery
02. session confimation
Your headshots will be delivered to you digitally within one week for the 20 minute session, within two weeks for the one hour session.
retouched headshot delivery
01. consultation call
the process
This longer session can take place in the studio or outdoors at a location of our choosing. This is the perfect option for those who want more than a few headshots, want a variety of backgrounds, and have a need for a larger variety of looks. You will receive nine high resolution headshots in color and black and white.
One hour Studio or Outdoor Headshot Session
In this efficient photo session, you will be in a studio setting with classic backgrounds of black, white and gray and two outfit options. You will receive three high resolution headshots in color and black and white.
twenty minute studio headshot session
the packages
Yes you should and I will take you through the best makeup to wear and tips for how to apply to get the most out of a studio setting.
Should I wear special
Makeup for lighting?
Once your headshot session is booked, we will work together to find the perfect clothing from your wardrobe.
what should I wear?
I have an open air garage studio in the West Portal area of San Francisco. I can also travel to your location in the Bay Area.
Where are
you located?
Yes you do. I provide one retouched example along with your proofs. We will work together from there to determine the level of retouching that you prefer.
DO I GET TO APPROVE RETOUCHING?
Please allow one week for delivery of proofs and one week for retouched finals (2 weeks for hour long session). I can also expedite this so please make sure to notify me if you have urgent needs.
HOW QUICKLY CAN I GET MY HEADSHOTS?
frequently asked questions
I have an open air garage studio in the West Portal area of San Francisco. I can also travel to your location in the Bay Area.
Where are
you located?
Once your headshot session is booked, we will work together to find the perfect clothing from your wardrobe.
what should i wear?
Yes you should and I will take you through the best makeup to wear and tips for how to apply to get the most out of a studio setting.
should i wear special makeup for lighting?
Please allow one week for delivery of proofs and one week for retouched finals (2 weeks for hour long session). I can also expedite this so please make sure to notify me if you have urgent needs.
how quickly can i get my headshots?
Yes you do. I provide one retouched example along with your proofs. We will work together from there to determine the level of retouching that you prefer.
Do I get to approve retouching
frequently asked questions
Luci provided a friendly & comfortable environment for engineers and technical staff over 5 days in two different office locations for our firm.The preparations went smoothly, shooting days were effortless, and Luci stayed on schedule every day. We received our proofs and finals back swiftly.We plan to hire back Luci quarterly! "
"Among the 100 people photographed, only positive feedback was shared regarding the photo session experience and the final products!
"Among the 100 people photographed, only positive feedback was shared regarding the photo session experience and the final products!
Her personality is calming and inviting and she is able to make you feel beautiful and confident. That 100% showed up in my photos and I couldn't be happier. I don't like getting my photo taken but Luci made me feel comfortable, like I was just having fun with a friend. Being comfortable and feeling confident are key to ensuring you take great photos and Luci knows how to make you feel both."
"Not only is Luci and incredible photographer and professional, but she is overall a great person.
"Not only is Luci and incredible photographer and professional, but she is overall a great person.
Luci was very organized, thoughtful in planning and great at keeping us on time. We were able to get many looks and even locations covered in an afternoon."
"Luci is easy to work with and you can trust her and her talent.
"LUCI IS EASY TO WORK WITH AND YOU CAN TRUST HER AND HER TALENT.
She listened to my goals, made suggestions that aligned with what I envisioned, and the results were everything I dreamed of! Luci made me feel so comfortable and was able to capture different angles and expressions of me. She has a special eye, is creative, artistic, patient and kind. Book Luci, A.K.A. "Luci Magic" immediately!"
"Working with Luci was such a memorable and satisfying experience from the beginning to end.
"WORKING WITH LUCI WAS SUCH A MEMORABLE AND SATISFYING EXPERIENCE FROM THE BEGINNING TO END.
"I had a great experience working with Luci and really like the final pictures. I highly recommend her! Communicating with Luci was straightforward and smooth from day one. Luci is very professional and gave me very good suggestions and tips throughout the process."
"I had a great experience working with Luci and really like the final pictures. I highly recommend her! Communicating with Luci was straightforward and smooth from day one. Luci is very professional and gave me very good suggestions and tips throughout the process."
I explained to Luci what I was looking for, and my disdain for having my picture taken. She reassured me that many feel this way, and then walked me through a step by step plan to get my headshots. During the shoot, she made me feel comfortable. I felt relaxed, and my photos showed it. They came out beautifully. Luci asked the right questions to capture the look I wanted."
"I can't recommend luci enough, and will be back THE next time I need another headshot.
"I can't recommend luci enough, and will be back THE next time I need another headshot.
"Thank you for such a lovely and fun experience. I really enjoyed the process and the photos!"
"Thank you for such a lovely and fun experience. I really enjoyed the process and the photos!"
Luci's professionalism, excellent communication skills, and keen eye for artistry left thoroughly satisfying results. I am certain that Luci's photos will contribute to the success of my new business."
"From day one, Luci eased all my fears and was my partner in professionally presenting myself from start to finish.
"FROM DAY ONE, LUCI EASED ALL MY FEARS AND WAS MY PARTNER IN PROFESSIONALLY PRESENTING MYSELF FROM START TO FINISH.
I really enjoyed working with Luci for my professional headshots. I felt well prepped for the day and appreciated the detailed pre-day information and assistance.
"Luci works hard to help you feel comfortable during your photo session and all the photos came out great!
"LUCI WORKS HARD TO HELP YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE DURING YOUR PHOTO SESSION AND ALL THE PHOTOS CAME OUT GREAT!
I needed professional photos for a national website and magazine and she made me look sharp, yet fun and edgy too. I have received many compliments on her work! Somehow she made a rather nervous situation for me turn into a fun and wonderful time!"
"Luci was a pleasure to work with and went beyond my expectations with her photos. I credit Luci's easy-going nature and professionalism with my good shots.
"Luci was a pleasure to work with and went beyond my expectations with her photos.
"I'm very happy with the photos from Luci. It was an easy, comfortable experience and she brings out the best IN her subjects."
"I'M VERY HAPPY WITH THE PHOTOS FROM LUCI. IT WAS AN EASY, COMFORTABLE EXPERIENCE AND SHE BRINGS OUT THE BEST IN HER SUBJECTS."
Her eye for every little detail is exquisite. I would highly recommend Luci... Even if you do not like taking photos, she might just change your mind. A clear and certain 10/10 experience."
"Luci made the entire photo shoot experience fun and stress free. She provided clear and simple instructions throughout.
"Luci made the entire photo shoot experience fun and stress free.
"Working with Luci was great! SHE IS Very professional AND PROVIDES Easy to understand directions. THE Quality of the photographs is exceptional. I Highly recommend LUCI! "
I’m a color addict and pretty non traditional. I also have a passion for knitting and wanted to let my handmade wardrobe be a star of the photos. This was a super outcome and Luci’s photos get compliments all the time."
"I had a blast, giggled more than I had in weeks, and Luci created some fantastic portraits that reflect me and my personality.
She is an incredibly talented photographer. Working with her was fun, and in one short session, she took a lot of great photos, so many that it was hard to choose! "
"luci's photographs really reflect her subject’s personality in a way that is
quite rare.
I loved them so much that I hired her to photograph some still-life shots for my new retail shop. Even though this is a completely different type of photography, I had no doubt that the pics would be gorgeous- and they are!" With little to no direction she created amazing art that I can’t wait to frame and hang in my store!"
I loved them so much that I hired her to photograph some still-life shots for my new retail shop. Even though this is a completely different type of photography, I had no doubt that the pics would be gorgeous- and they are! With little to no direction she created amazing art that I can’t wait to frame and hang in my store!"
"Her creativity and expertise are evident in the final product- my portraits came out beautiful.
We laughed and laughed and I had so many great headshot options. I loved working with Luci and I look forward to an upcoming family shoot when my third child arrives in October."
"Luci is amazing. I had the most enjoyable headshot session.
Luci’s creative input during the planning stages of this project was invaluable. She provided detailed specifications of the space and lighting conditions needed to set up, and was able to efficiently photograph ten enthusiastic dogs in less time than expected."
Luci’s creative input during the planning stages of this project was invaluable. I didn’t have a final end product in mind, but she offered a number of possible directions to go in and included sample images to help me decide. The day of the shoot could not have gone more smoothly. She provided detailed specifications of the space and lighting conditions needed to set up, and was able to efficiently photograph ten enthusiastic dogs in less time than expected."
"Luci took incredible headshots of the dogs that I train. I cannot recommend her highly enough!
My college daughter and I were excited to schedule a headshot session with Luci Valentine during Spring Break 2020. Despite the extra layer of uncertainty we all felt, Luci created a warm and supportive experience for the both of us. Her attention to detail and consideration of giving us her best during the session were significant."
My college daughter and I were excited to schedule a headshot session with Luci Valentine during Spring Break 2020. We didn't know it, but that Spring Break session was a few days before the shelter in place started due to the Covid 19 pandemic. Despite the extra layer of uncertainty we all felt, Luci created a warm and supportive experience for the both of us. Her attention to detail and consideration of giving us her best during the session were significant."
"We are so pleased with the photos and highly recommend her as a photographer.
Luci Valentine Photography has helped me achieve my goal of securing the professional headshots precisely the way I envisioned them."
"Luci truly is talented and the photoshoot session was so much fun!
Luci made the entire process effortless and the results speak for themselves. Don't hesitate working with her!"
"Absolutely loved the headshots Luci took of me. I felt confident, powerful yet still feminine.
Luci took amazing headshots of my son. She was very good at communication with us ahead of time, and made my son so comfortable during the shoot. She gave him good direction and suggestions which resulted in really great variety for us to choose from."
"Luci is very professional and has a great personality which allows you to feel confident and relaxed.
I needed a professional headshot—the one taken of me by my company is horrible and accompanies every internal email I send. I am notoriously un-photogenic, especially in posed photos, but I trusted that Luci would manage to get a couple that I wouldn’t cringe at every time I saw them. She worked quickly and was indeed able to capture some good photos of me."
"I am thrilled to have a headshot I feel good about.
I knew I could trust her to take some decent headshots. What I didn’t expect was the precise yet creative approach to our photo session. I was able to relax and focus on her instructions that were given with kind clarity. I am completely satisfied and I'm sure you will be too."
"I highly recommend Luci Valentine Photography for professional headshots and visual art production.
The results were amazing, Luci has a great eye for photography and could see me. I had plenty of great photographs to pick from. The session was so easy and Luci is incredibly precise, efficient and professional. I highly recommend Luci for professional and personal photos, you won't be disappointed."
"I love Luci! I always thought I was not photogenic, until I worked with Luci.
