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Your Ultimate Guide to Booking and Preparing for Mini Sessions with Jen Vazquez Media

Family Portraits — Let’s Be Real The first question I always get: “What should we wear?” Here’s the lowdown: Family portrait sessions can be a bit stressful, especially if you’ve got little ones or a big group. Trust me, as someone with four adult children, three grandkids, and a career as a professional photographer, I’ve

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Bay Area Brand Photos with Michelle Ousset (Coach + Birth Photographer)​

Michelle Ousst a coach and birth photographer in Los Altos California at The Sunlight Space by brand photographer Jen Vazquez Photography

Hey friends! I’m thrilled to share my recent personal brand photography session with the fabulous Michelle Ousset.

As a personal brand photographer based in San Jose, I love helping amazing people in and around the Bay Area in Northern California like Michelle showcase their unique personalities and brands through stunning visuals.

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Don’t Let Your Branding Be Blurry! How Bay Area Small Businesses Can Quantify the Cost of Bad Brand Photography

Jen Vazquez Photography Brand Photographer for the Bay Area in California

In the vibrant streets of the Bay Area, competition is fierce. Every scroll, swipe, and click is a battle for attention, and your brand’s visuals are your frontline soldiers. But send out blurry recruits and generic stock photos, and you’ll be waving goodbye to conversions faster than a sourdough starter gone stale.

Yes, bad brand photography can have a quantifiable impact on your Bay Area small business. It’s not just about aesthetics; it’s about lost revenue, tarnished reputations, and wasted marketing dollars. Let’s crunch some numbers and paint a clear picture of the potential cost of subpar visuals

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Ditch the Laptop, Grab the Glow-Up: 22+ Props to Ignite Your Next Branding Shoot (and Set Your Brand on Fire!)

Brand Photography for Wedding Hair + Makeup Artist and Podcaster Susan Talamantes of Jireh Artistry by Jen Vazquez Photography

22+ Props to Ignite Your Next Branding Shoot Hey there, vibrant souls! Ready to ditch the same ol’ coffee mug monotony and spark a branding photoshoot that explodes with your unique energy? Let’s toss the textbook and dive into a world of props that scream “This is me!” and amplify your brand story like a

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So You Hate Cameras and Have a “Maybe Later” with Your Body Image? Let’s Slay Brand Photography Together!

Red Dress in a photography studio. Brand photog of Megan Chandler a Hair Stylist in the Bay Area, California by Jen Vazquez.

Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Cameras? Ugh, the horror!” or “Maybe after I shed those last five pounds…” But hold your horses, because I’m here to tell you that brand photography is your secret weapon, not your kryptonite. Read More!

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Beyond the Headshot: Why Your Business Needs a Diverse Visual Strategy

girls sitting on a kitchen counter with a cup of coffee in a white sweater and black leggings

Welcome to the visual age! In today’s digital world, a picture is not just worth a thousand words – it’s a key player in your brand’s story. While traditional headshots have their place, they’re just the starting point. Your business deserves a full visual narrative that truly encapsulates your brand’s essence.

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Hair by Rach | Lifestyle Brand Photography | Hair Stylist Rachel Sommers

hair stylist sitting on a orange couch with a black white and beige sweater holding a cell phone up to photograph herself by Jen Vazquez Photography

In the world of hairstyling, talent and personality go hand in hand. Meet Rachel Sommers, the creative force behind Hair By Rach, a hairstylist who knows how to bring out the beauty in every client and let her own vibrant personality shine. We recently had the pleasure of working with Rachel on a Social Session branding photoshoot, where her passion for her craft and her unique charm took center stage.

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