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I’m Emily, founder of Emily Kim Co! We're a team of brand photographers & videographers, and we work with passionate small business owners who are ready to scale and stand out as local industry leaders.

We're based in Boston, MA and the San Francisco Bay Area, CA. Here at Emily Kim Co, we provide creative, strategic marketing imagery & videos that attract YOUR ideal audience.

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Brand photos for coaches: ideas & inspiration

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When Laura first reached out about a branding session, she didn’t have a website yet—but she had a clear vision. She wanted vibey therapist branding photos that would set the tone for her future website and connect with clients who value authenticity, warmth, and grounded support. As a Boston brand photographer, I love working with […]

Therapist Branding Photos for Laura Vidal Psychology | Boston Brand Photographer

Side profile of a therapist gazing out the window with arms folded, styled in a professional white blazer during a Boston brand session.

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As an educator, searching “brand photography inspiration” will usually show you the same things over and over again: laptops, sticky notes, and coffee mugs. While those are likely things you use in your daily business…they are definitely OVERUSED in brand photos! I’m not saying that you should avoid them entirely, but brainstorm how can you […]

Educator Branding Photos for Frame of Life Project

A person in a green sweater and orange pants sits on a white office chair at a wooden desk with a computer, surrounded by tall shelves filled with books, baskets, and decor like a vintage sewing machine and dried flowers. The cozy workspace, ideal for an educator, is photographed by a Boston brand photographer.

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I had the pleasure of creating brand photos and videos for Tiffany Jeans, a High-Performance & Rituals Embodiment Coach who helps individuals conquer anxiety, clarify their core values, and design lives of purpose. As you can tell in her brand video, you can tell she has the warmest, most supportive presence ever. Our goal was […]

Life Coach Brand Photoshoot and Video for Tiffany Jeans

life coach smiling out at the ocean

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If you’re a brand photographer and not taking advantage of Pinterest, it’s time to start! Pinterest is one of the most powerful visual search engines available, and it’s often the very first stop for anyone seeking creative inspiration. Imagine your client planning their brand photo shoot and saving your images to their Pinterest mood board—before […]

Pinterest Marketing for Brand Photographers

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As a brand photographer, I carry a bit more in my camera bag than a typical portrait photographer. In addition to the camera gear and lighting gear that every photographer needs, I also have more practical items to make my client feel as comfortable as possible AND handle any wardrobe malfunctions as needed!Without further ado, […]

What’s in my brand photography camera bag

4 cameras laying on a table

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When Eileen and Catherine (a super inspiring mom-and-daughter duo!!) were getting ready to launch their new mobile spray tan business in the San Francisco Bay Area, they knew they needed more than just a good logo and a cute Instagram handle. They needed visuals that would help them stand out, establish trust, and make an […]

Spray Tan Business Marketing Photos for Golden Glow

Spray tan business marketing photos capturing two people toasting with champagne glasses, one in a blue top and the other in black, sitting on a beige sofa in a bright setting.

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I went from being a software engineer to a full time photographer and studio owner. Hi, I’m Emily and I help creative entrepreneurs and service providers grow their small business through practical, no fluff tips and strategies. In this post, I’ll share the tangible steps that helped me become a brand photographer and how you […]

Become a Brand Photographer: My Story to Full-Time in 3 Years

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When your client is also your personal wardrobe stylist, you know the branding shoot is going to be next level. I had the absolute joy of photographing Abby Young, founder of Abby Young Styling, for her updated brand visuals, and this was no ordinary wardrobe stylist photoshoot! We went all out with a full-day photo […]

Behind the Scenes of a Full-Day Wardrobe Stylist Photoshoot with Abby Young Styling

Abby Young leading her styling team down a staircase with bags in hand, capturing the start of a wardrobe stylist client session.

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Searching for inspiration for your own web designer brand photoshoot? This session with Steph Corrigan, the talented creative behind Steph Corrigan Design, was the perfect blend of intentional planning, creative location choices, and a relaxed, natural vibe. Exactly what she was looking for to showcase her personality and elevate her online presence! As a Boston […]

Relaxed, Coastal-Inspired Web Designer Photoshoot for Steph Corrigan Design

A woman in a flowy white dress sitting on a log on the beach. The water and sky are clear blue.

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If you’re here, you’ve probably realized that brand photography is absolutely essential when it comes to marketing and growing your business. So, as a personal brand or solo entrepreneur, how much does brand photography cost? Brand photography packages: what to look for When it comes to brand photography packages, there are a few key elements […]

How much does personal brand photography cost in 2025?

brand photo looking over the shoulder of a woman looking at instagram on her phone

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I’m Emily, founder of Emily Kim Co! We're a team of brand photographers & videographers, and we work with passionate small business owners who are ready to scale and stand out as local industry leaders.

We're based in Boston, MA and the San Francisco Bay Area, CA. Here at Emily Kim Co, we provide creative, strategic marketing imagery & videos that attract YOUR ideal audience.

tell me more...

crowd faves

on the blog

Brand photos for coaches: ideas & inspiration

5 Dream Bay Area Studio Rentals for Your Next Shoot

What is a branding photoshoot?

How to Plan Outfits for Your Brand Photoshoot

goodies you'll love

Access My Free Resource Library

Branded Stock Photography at the EK Stock Shop

Free Preset for
Lightroom Mobile

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