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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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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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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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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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I recently had the pleasure of collaborating with Selena for her executive coach branding photos. Selena is an executive leadership coach focused on elevating C-suite professionals. Our goal was to create a set of images that not only highlighted Selena’s professional status but also resonated with a sense of luxury, authority, and warmth. Here’s how […]

Executive Coach Branding Photos: Madam Ambition

woman in a hot pink sweater standing and laughing

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Before I worked with Trista, I really had no idea what a professional genealogist does. My only introduction to genealogy was the Ancestry website. But after doing two brand photoshoots with Trista, my perspective has TOTALLY changed, and I’m excited to share our work together! Understanding Trista’s work as a professional genealogist Trista isn’t your […]

Brand Photos for a Professional Genealogist

professional genealogist throwing family history papers in the air

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When you think of branding photos for a law firm, your mind might jump to stiff headshots and dark, traditional suits. But that is exactly what Zoi Jones of Gonzalez & Jones, APC wanted to avoid. As the daughter of Attorney Milton F. Gonzalez, Zoi represents the next generation of a family-run law firm that’s […]

Lawyer Branding Photoshoot for Gonzalez & Jones

Professional woman in a navy blazer seated at a polished desk with a tablet, smiling confidently in an office setting with law books in the background.

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We had the pleasure of working closely with Leslie Woods, one of the most esteemed realtors on the peninsula in the Bay Area, California. Leslie’s real estate expertise, honed over 11 years, is palpable – you can tell just by talking to her! Our goal for her brand photos was to reflect her expertise, warmth, […]

Leslie Woods: Realtor Brand Photography

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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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