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What We Offer

Corporate Portraiture & Personal Branding

By Maki Kawakita

Designed for professionals who want images that feel confident, natural, and credible — not stiff or overproduced. Ideal for executives, entrepreneurs, speakers, authors, and creatives.

  • On-site headshot sessions designed for teams and organizations that want a cohesive, professional look with minimal disruption.

    • Starting at $150 per person
    • 5-person minimum
    • $750 minimum per session
    • Volume pricing available
    • Consistent lighting and background for brand cohesion

  • Most Popular

    Perfect for LinkedIn, company websites, press use, and speaking profiles.

    • Session length: 45 minutes

    • Location: 1 location (office or outdoor within San Diego city limits)

    • Outfits: Up to 2 outfit changes

    • Final images: 8 fully retouched images

    • Usage: Corporate, website, LinkedIn, press, internal marketing

    • Turnaround: 2-3weeks

    • Includes: Pre-shoot consultation + posing guidanceFlexible, expert advice when you need it. Book hourly support across a range of topics—from planning to problem-solving. This focused consultation will help clarify your goals, map out next steps, and identify opportunities for growth.

  • For leaders who need variety for multiple platforms and long-term use.

    • Session length: 75 minutes

    • Location: Up to 2 locations (within San Diego city limits)

    • Outfits: Up to 3 outfit changes

    • Final images: 15 fully retouched images

    • Usage: Corporate, website, press, marketing, speaking engagements

    • Turnaround: 2-3weeks

    • Includes: Strategic image planning + brand positioning advice

  • A complete visual refresh for founders, authors, and high-visibility professionals.

    • Session length: 2 hours

    • Location: Up to 3 locations

    • Outfits: Up to 4 outfit changes

    • Final images: 25 fully retouched images

    • Usage: Full commercial & personal branding use

    • Turnaround: 2-3weeks

    • Includes:

      • Brand storytelling consultation

      • Pose & expression coaching

      • Image selection support

    • Additional retouched images: $50 per image

    • Travel outside San Diego:

      • North County / East County: +$75

      • Orange County / LA: Custom quote

    • Hair & makeup: Available by referral (not included)

    • Rush delivery (48 hours): +$150

Our Process

1: Strategy & Alignment

We begin by clarifying the purpose of your images — your role, your business, and the impression you want to create. This allows us to design portraits that support visibility, trust, and growth..

2: Concept-Driven Photography

We execute the shoot based on a clear concept. Not every portrait belongs on a white background — your images should reflect who you are and what you do.

3: Refined Delivery

You receive professionally retouched, high-quality images that enhance the concept we built together — portraits designed to attract, connect, and convert.

  • “Working with Maki was effortless. She captured a confident, approachable image that truly reflects how I want to be seen by my clients.”

    Attorney at Law

  • “Maki understood my brand immediately. The portraits elevated my marketing and helped me stand out in a competitive market.”

    Real Estate Broker

  • “Her attention to detail and ability to capture professionalism without stiffness made all the difference. The images feel authentic and powerful.”

    Financial Advisor

  • “She made the session feel comfortable and fun. The photos captured who I am at this milestone, not just what I look like. My family absolutely loved them.”

    College Graduate

Let’s Work Together

Interested in working with us? Please share a few details about your project using the form below. We’ll review your inquiry and respond within 48 hours

We look forward to creating images that move your business forward.