Portrait Photography Gallery - Authentic, Professional Portraits for Creatives & Teams

Explore my portrait photography gallery featuring real people, creative professionals, entrepreneurs, and business teams across Los Angeles. Each session is designed to capture personality, confidence, and purpose through clean, modern, and flattering portraits. Whether you need updated branding photos, corporate headshots, lifestyle portraits, or images for your website, press features, or online profiles, I create photographs that feel elevated, genuine, and aligned with your brand. Perfect for professionals who want photography that builds trust, connection, and visibility.

Woman cooking in a bright kitchen. Alt Text: Smiling woman cooking in a bright, modern kitchen with plates of colorful food displayed on the counter. Personal branding portrait of a chef or food entrepreneur for website and marketing use.
Chef Wolfgang Puck in chef coat in professional kitchen. Chef Wolfgang Puck wearing a navy coat standing confidently in a high-end kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Culinary brand portrait for restaurant marketing or food industry branding.
James Goodwin wearing a straw hat and patterned shirt standing outdoors in soft natural light, surrounded by greenery.
American chef Govind Armstrong standing in an urban vegetable garden surrounded by leafy greens and palm trees, wearing a white shirt and smiling at the camera. Environmental portrait of American chef Govind Armstrong
Professional portrait of a man standing beside a private jet and black station wagon on an airport runway – Los Angeles portrait photographer capturing bold branding and executive lifestyle imagery.
Mariachi band at historic structure. Mariachi Teocuitatlan performing outdoors in traditional attire in front of a historic stone gazebo. Group portrait capturing cultural storytelling and musical artistry.
Sarah Meeker Jensen licensed architect and contractor. Confident woman in glasses and a red blazer smiling while seated against a light blue industrial background. Business portrait for professional branding and leadership marketing.
Portrait of two butchers standing together inside artisanal meat shop with neon cow diagram sign — small business branding photography in Los Angeles.
Editorial portrait of woman seated on industrial table in minimalist warehouse studio — creative professional branding photography by Vanessa Stump.
Lifestyle portrait of a young man wearing a gray Ball Family Farms tracksuit, seated casually outdoors for a modern brand photography session in Los Angeles
Editorial portrait of a creative professional sitting at an outdoor café table with a Chemex pour-over coffee, captured in Los Angeles for branding and marketing use
A woman standing in a botanical garden surrounded by succulents and palm trees, photographed outdoors in natural light.
Professional chef seated in a bright, classic dining room for an editorial branding portrait — Los Angeles restaurant chef headshot and culinary branding photography by Vanessa Stump.
LA-based singer-songwriter TAMTAM in a black dress standing in a serene palm-lined garden, smiling confidently. Personal brand portrait with a peaceful, upscale feel.
George Adams is CEO and President of SA Recycling in a hard hat and safety vest standing in front of a conveyor belt and metal scrap pile at a recycling yard. Environmental business portrait in a field setting.
Woman at farmer’s market with vegetables. Sharon Palmer smiling and holding fresh produce at a farmer’s market booth surrounded by colorful tomatoes and greens. Personal branding portrait for a health-conscious or food-related business.
Professional outdoor portrait of smiling woman leaning against white fence – natural light headshot by Los Angeles portrait photographer.
tudio portrait of professional woman in black blazer with confident smile - clean white background branding headshot.
Modern studio portrait of woman with glasses wearing blue top and scarf - polished branding headshot on dark backdrop.
Dr. Martin Koning Bastian in a suit on dark background. Professional man with a beard and blazer sitting confidently in front of a dark textured backdrop. Corporate headshot with a polished, approachable look for executive branding.
Portrait of a violinist sitting on concrete steps holding his violin – musician branding photography by Los Angeles portrait photographer specializing in artists and creative professionals.
Jay Ware of Ware Disposal in safety vest by red industrial truck. Industrial worker in sunglasses and a high-visibility vest leaning against a red disposal truck at a construction site. Environmental brand portrait for logistics or waste management business.
Brand portrait of woman from Ball Family Farms sitting on stool against black brick wall - modern business and lifestyle photography in Los Angeles.
CHRIS BALL CEO wearing Ball Family Farms branded hoodie and bucket hat, smiling while seated on a stool against a black brick wall. Urban personal brand portrait with a modern, confident vibe.
Professional branding portrait of a woman seated in front of a large abstract painting inside a museum, photographed in Los Angeles for editorial and marketing purposes
Two men sitting at a restaurant counter, one in a chef uniform and one in a casual shirt, smiling in a bright, modern interior with a blue background.
Editorial portrait of women paddleboard athletes standing with colorful racing boards on a Southern California beach — Los Angeles outdoor lifestyle and sports branding photography by Vanessa Stump.
American character actress Beth Grant standing barefoot in the sunlight beside a white electric car, holding a black puppy and smiling. Lifestyle portrait with a natural, personal touch.
Tow truck operator in front of AAA truck. Tow truck driver standing proudly in front of an Auto Club truck in a parking lot. Professional portrait representing automotive and roadside assistance services.
Man at Happy Ice storefront. CEO Lemeir Mitchell at Happy Ice wearing branded Happy Ice t-shirt standing in front of a colorful dessert shop mural with rainbows, fruit, and playful signage. Branding portrait in a vibrant retail environment.
Colorful portrait of Susan Sarich owner and founder of SusieCakes smiling and holding rainbow Barbie cake - creative branding photography with teal background.
Outdoor corporate portrait of professional man in navy suit standing near sculptures - business branding photography in Los Angeles.
Outdoor portrait of a woman leaning against a vintage cream-colored convertible by a lakeside – lifestyle branding photography by Los Angeles portrait photographer Vanessa Stump.
Man shaping surfboard in workshop. Surfboard shaper working in his workshop, sanding a board while smiling at the camera. Hands-on environmental portrait highlighting craftsmanship and artisan surf culture.
Four people standing together in coordinated streetwear outfits, posing against a dark brick wall in an urban setting.
Brand portrait of man from Ball Family Farms sitting on stool against black brick wall - contemporary personal branding photography by Vanessa Stump.
Smiling man standing in a coffee roasting facility with trays of coffee beans and roasting equipment in the background, photographed in bright, clean studio lighting.
Outdoor editorial portrait of a male professional sitting beside a peaceful reflection pond in an Asian-inspired garden, photographed for personal branding in Los Angeles
Editorial portrait of a professional man standing in a lush rose garden at a Los Angeles botanical park - outdoor branding photography capturing personality, environment, and natural color by Vanessa Stump.

"thank you so much for the gorgeous portraits you made for me. You are an amazing photographer!"

Los Angeles-based branding, food, and portrait photographer creating timeless, natural images that feel authentic and elevated. I specialize in capturing layered visuals for creative businesses, restaurants, and personal brands - images that tell your story and support your growth across web, social, and print.

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