Personal Branding

You Are the Face of Your Brand

You Might be thinking the headshot from 10 years ago is fine or that you hate taking photos.

Think again my friend!

If you’ve ever posted online, congratulations—you already have a personal brand.

There is no better honor than when you trust me to create your photos and videos. I want you to look at your photos and say, "WOW, I look so amazing!" I am grateful every day that I get to do this for people.

I promise you that my photo shoots are easy and fun and it is an experience that you will never forget. We help you decide what to wear based on your personal style and you will end up with the most beautiful photos you have ever seen of yourself.

Booking a personal branding session with us will transform your professional image and elevate your presence in a competitive marketplace. In today's visually-driven world, your personal brand is often the first impression potential clients, employers, and collaborators will have of you. A carefully crafted personal branding session helps you stand out, adding depth and authenticity to your professional identity.

tennis instructor Sara sitting on a tennis court with her white racket and green tennis balls on the floor around her in front of a net wearing a white skirt and white top with white shoes

Your personalized experience will focus on showcasing your unique qualities and strengths, making you feel confident and empowered in front of the camera. We understand that many individuals struggle with how to present themselves effectively, fearing that their true selves don’t come through in traditional portraits. Our carefully curated environment ensures you feel comfortable and at ease, allowing your personality to shine.

High-end retouching and custom deliverables—such as Large High Gloss wall art of your portraits—offer you not just photographs but transformative storytelling tools. You'll leave with images that reflect the essence of your brand, effectively projecting confidence.

Investing in a personal branding session means solving self-doubt and invisibility in the crowded digital landscape. Let us help you illuminate your story, turning the lens towards your strengths and aspirations, while encapsulating the sophisticated image you wish to convey. Embrace the opportunity to enhance your professional narrative with Photos By TM.

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Stand Out!

In the age of digital over-stimulation, it’s more important than ever that you set yourself apart from the masses. Generic corporate headshots have a time and a place, but we’re here to modernize your brand in a way as unique as you are. You’re in the right place,
Ooze Legitimacy

Commissioning Photos By TM for your personal branding photography involves complete customization. While curating your shoot, we consider your brand aesthetic, color-scheme, mission statement, target audience, and your brand personality to officially knight your brand aesthetic.
Invite Engagement

It’s no secret that prospective customers feel more connected to brands that have a face. The creative team at PBTM is highly experienced in bringing out your personality and approachability in order to shine some well-deserved attention on the most important part of your brand: you.

Personal Branding Photography

is one of your most valuable business assets.

isn’t just about looking good—it’s about making an impact. When your audience sees the real you, they connect, engage, and trust you.

does showcase your personality, expertise, and professionalism.

Nail tech with nail polish, nail color examples and other nail items

woman in business attire with a spot light behind her with one hand resting on knee and face resting on other hand sitting with legs crossed

Color Guard coach Rachel demonstration a flag routine on a white backdrop and orang yellow flag

business woman on leather chair in a black blazer, black thigh high, black heals in a power pose

Model Gean Grey in a tight brown dress sitting on the railing with a white wall behind her

Actress Sara Yugin with red lipstick in a blue dress

Business woman Danelle with green color eyes, blond hair and a white hair cover

Actress and Tennis coach Sara in her tennis outfit in a park in glendale

Fontana woman in a black top and kaki pants

Masseuse and personal trainer Nora sitting on a white block

woman in leather top and black jacket and black pants

Bartender Olivia in a fitted balck dress and wearing pearl bracelet

woman in a fux fur coat and brunette hair

black mini skirt black open back top with sequence in black long boots and heels on a pink backdrop. woman has curly hair and long legs

man with a watch on his wrist and bracelet on other wrist wearing a what and blue patterned polo

woman in a tie die skirt and brown top on a purple massage table

young woman in a fitted off white dress with dramatic lighting

Actress Sara Yugin with water falling behind her and a back light in a slim fitting tight black dress

woman in a black lace top and black silk pants on a leather chair

woman in pink dress on a pink backdrop with big brown eyes and long straight hair

man siting on the ground wearing a jean jacket black pants and white sneakers

woman playing tennis in a white skirt and white jacket

Photographer Thomas Martinez with a white tie and black dress shirt

woman with grasses on a yellow backdrop wearing a head scarf gold hop earrings and a cross necklace

Custom packages starting at $800

FAQs

To reserve a studio collection session experience and secure your date, a $500 non-refundable retainer is required. Payments are accepted via major credit cards and PayPal.
Your studio session will take place is the city of Azusa CA or if you choose, in Downtown Los Angeles. If you are interested in booking a session elsewhere, Like at your business, please inquire as travel opportunities are accepted.
To request a studio session experience, please complete the form at the bottom of this page or click here. Inquiries will be considered on a case by case according the artists availability and discretion.
The short answer, No. Posing is my Job. I will guide you and help you look your best. I have spent years working with others like yourself and have learned to coach and guide in an easy to understand way to make you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera.
For our Full Branding experience, you could expect to be in the studio between 2-4 hours. This session is slow pace and comfortable, allowing plenty of time for get-to-know-you conversation, set changes, and snack breaks as needed. We recommend clients block out the day for this experience to not feel rushed or anxious.
It is encouraged to arrive to your session as your most familiar self, having your skin, hair, and makeup the way you prefer to be photographed. In efforts to ensure that our clients feel most like themselves and support the message of not needing a makeover transformation in order to be photo worthy. We do not provide hair and makeup services.
There are so many options to wear during a Personal Branding session. Think about what expresses your personality, what your brand aesthetic, color-scheme, target audience and mission statement. Don’t forget to bring a several backup options to the session to give yourself variety. Try on your outfits the night before to make sure they fit correctly. If you are still unsure, sent an email we are more then happy to help you out! Don’t forget props to help tell your story!
Based on ethical and artistic preferences, TM’s standard retouching process, only temporary blemishes such as acne, scrapes, and bruises will be removed. The image enhancement process involves contrast, exposure, cropping and background clean-up. Should you have any specific requests or questions, these conversations are always welcomed and encouraged.
We need at least a 7 day notice before your session to work with you and plan your session. The preplanning is so important to make sure we make your session an unforgettable experience and we make you and your brand stand out from the competition. Allow 3 weeks after your session to see the edited images and videos. We will schedule a viewing session immediately after your session.
We have a three week turn around for editing sessions. And believe me, its worth the wait! During that time you will receive a personal referral program to share with all your friends. If you are in a absolute rush and must have your digitals sooner, we will charge a $1500 non-refundable rush fee payable upfront to have your digital products available in 7 days.
A commercial license allows you to use photos for business purposes like marketing, Ads (print, digital, or social media), Editorial & publications, Business branding & product packaging and promotions.
Photographers own the copyright to their images. A commercial license gives you legal permission to use them for your business.
Yes, you can absolutely bring 1 friend along with you to the photo session experience. We will ask that friend to not interfere with the session process, but are always welcome to be encouraging from the sidelines and be a great support in celebrating you.
If we are doing branding for your entire team, all those being photographed can be present.