Monterey - Carmel Portrait - Headshot Photography

Professional, personal, and elevated — portraits that reflect your brand and your story.

You’ve worked hard to build your business, your identity or your creative vision.

And your imagery should reflect that.

Whether you’re updating your website, preparing for a launch, or refreshing your LinkedIn, I create modern headshots and branding portraits that feel confident, intentional, and effortlessly you.

I work with professionals, creatives, entrepreneurs, and local business owners across Monterey, Carmel, and the Central Coast — delivering photos that elevate your presence while staying true to your personality.

ENGAGEMENTS

ELOPEMENTS

BRANDING

BOUDOIR

Small business owners & service providers.

Creative entrepreneurs, artists and coaches.

Real estate agents, therapists and wellness professionals.

Anyone who wants portraits that feel like them, not stiff and staged.

Who It’s for.

 

What makes me different as a portrait and headshot photographer?

15+ years wardrobe styling experience to help you choose outfits that flatter and align with your brand.

Taking time to understand your unique style and vision, ensuring your session reflects your personality and brand.

Every photo is carefully and professionally hand edited for polished profection.

Guided posing through every step so you feel confident and look your absolute best.

Headshot & Branding Session Options

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On-Location Sessions

Whether you want to shoot at your office, a cozy cafe, a modern Airbnb, or the beach — location adds story. Ideal for creatives, artists, coaches, wellness practitioners, realtors, and more.

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Studio Sessions

Perfect for clean, controlled lighting and minimal backdrops. Great for professionals, creatives, or corporate clients.

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Group & Team Headshots

I also offer corporate headshot days and team branding photography — perfect for small businesses in Monterey County.

Hi, It’s lovely to meet you. I’m Erin

monterey headshot photographer

Monterey & Carmel-based photographer with a passion for capturing timeless portraits and professional headshots. With over 15 years of wardrobe styling experience, I not only create stunning images but also help my clients feel confident and look their best in front of the camera.

My journey started in fashion photography, but after experiencing the deep emotional impact of preserving memories through photos, I shifted my focus to portraits, branding, and elopements. I believe that every person deserves to have photos they love—whether it’s a powerful headshot, a personal branding session, or a beautiful portrait that tells your story.

I offer both studio and outdoor sessions, blending natural light with expert posing and high-end retouching to create images that feel polished yet authentic. Whether you need a standout LinkedIn headshot, a branding shoot for your business, or a stunning portrait just for you, I’m here to make the experience seamless, fun, and stress-free.

Headshot and Portrait Photography Packages include.

  • NO CARMEL BY THE SEA PHOTOGRAPHY TRAVEL FEES

    NO TRAVEL FEES

  • FREE PLANNING CONSULTATION

    FREE PLANNING CONSULTATION

  • WARDROBE CONSULTATION

    WARDROBE CONSULTATION

  • NATURAL GUIDED POSING

  • PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO ACCESS

    MONTEREY PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO

  • UP TO DATE EQUIPMENT & INSURANCE

    UP TO DATE EQUIPMENT & INSURANCE

  • ARTISTIC HAND CRAFTED EDITS

    ARTISTIC HAND CRAFTED EDITS

  • UNIQUE SESSION IDEAS

    UNIQUE SESSION IDEAS

  • CONVENIENT PRINT ORDERING

    CONVENIENT PRINT ORDERING

  • “I needed a headshot refresh for my website and socials — Erin absolutely nailed it. She gave amazing direction, made me feel at ease, and delivered images that actually look like ME (but better!).”

    Brittney

  • “I booked Erin for our small business branding shoot in Carmel, and she made the whole team feel so comfortable. The photos elevated our entire website!”

    Layla

  • "Erin not only captured absolutely gorgeous photos for our engagement session and wedding, but she also stole our hearts during the process! What a beautiful soul inside and out! We couldn’t have picked a better wedding photographer - If you are searching for the best wedding photographer who is kind, talented and easy to work with this is your girl! We love you Erin!"

    Whitney + Douglas

  • "Erin is a VERY talented photographer from the moment we met I felt like I have known her for years . She is a true artist very fun and passionate . She makes your whole experience so special with your LOVED ONE . If you want a photographer that is glowing with love and joy she's your girl. She will make you very comfortable in front of the camera and she WILL CREATE artwork for you to treasure FOREVER . Her work and personality is beyond 5 stars!!"

    Tristin + Billy

  • "Omg Erin!!! Over the past year my husband & I have done many shoots with her & love every experience! She’s an upbeat, talented, & creative person that will get down & dirty just to get the right angle. You can tell that she puts her whole heart in her work to make her clients happy. She’s also the type of photographer that will get you out of your shell when you don’t know what to do with your hands!! I would recommend her to anyone."

    Montanna + Cameron

  • Erin is an amazing human and her work falls nothing short of incredible! She has this beautiful energy about her and you can’t help but smile when she’s around. She moves around and isn’t afraid of the uncomfortable to capture moments that take your breath away. Her editing style has a golden, moody tone/feel and it’s just the best! Matthew and I met Erin when she came out to Southern California and she did our engagement shoot. I wish she was based out this way to capture more of our journey! If you ever have the opportunity to work with her, we highly recommend it!

    Lindsay + Mathew

  • "I loved working with Erin. From engagements to the wedding she made everything so easy and so fun!! Pictures turned out so unique and beautiful. Amazingly different from every other photographer I’ve worked with before. I love everything about her vibe!!!! 10/10 recommend"

    Brittney + Mark

  • "The best wedding photographer! Erin is a MIRACLE WORKER! Her edits are unlike any photographer you’ve ever seen. She knows exactly what she’s doing. I had a wedding with a party of 32 (11 bridesmaids/ 11 groomsman/ 5 house party/ 5 ushers) & I couldn’t believe how amazing each picture she took was. She just blew my mind!! And she got all my pictures back within TWO weeks of my wedding date! 3 of my friends who got married didn’t get theirs back until 3 months after. Pick her as your photographer! You will not regret it!"

    MK + Nick

  • Erin is absolutely the best wedding photographer! She has the ability to make you feel 100% comfortable while capturing some of life’s most amazing moments. Her willingness to go above and beyond is priceless! From pre-wedding thoughtful gifts, popping champagne, laying on the ground to capture the perfect photo, laughs, dancing and more! Erin made our wedding more special in every way possible!"

    Crystal + Josh

  • "Erin was absolutely wonderful to work with! She took pics of me & my bf for our first photo shoot together & made it super easy & fun! If you’re looking for a photographer with a eye for the perfect picture & a passion to help your memories last a lifetime, give her a call! Extremely happy with our photos and can’t wait to shoot again soon!"

    Candice + Justin

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Monterey & Carmel Headshot and Portrait Packages

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PACKAGE ONE

  • 2 Hour lifestyle branding session

  • Up to 2 locations (studio, workspace, cafe or outdoors)

  • 60 high-resolution images

  • Ideal for full website builds, social content or rebrands

$1,000.00

02

PACKAGE TWO

  • 1 Hour session

  • 2 outfits

  • 25 edited images

  • Perfect for business owners or creatives building a strong personal brand

$650.00

03

PACKAGE THREE

  • 30 Minute mini headshot session

  • 1 outfit

  • 10 edited images

  • Studio or outdoor location

  • Great for quick refreshes and LinkedIn updates

$450.00

 

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Woman owned.

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