Outdoor Headshots

Unique process of Headshot Photography not offered by other photographers.

Capture Your Best Self with Palo Alto Headshots

Experience the difference with Palo Alto Headshots – showcasing your unique personality and professional stature through professional and tailored headshot photography.

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Exclusively At Palo Alto Headshots

Retouching is done with you present. You will receive your photos at the end of your session. Not offered by other photographers.

Let your strongest qualities shine through a professional headshot that truly represent you.

Outdoor Headshot

On location headshot

Occasionally, clients request outdoor headshot photography, with shoots typically scheduled in the late afternoon to capture the soft and flattering light. In Palo Alto, many opt for locations like Stanford University, Elizabeth Gamble Garden, or nearby parks for their headshot sessions.

Experienced Headshot Photographer.

Stanford Headshots

Team outdoor headshot

At Palo Alto Headshots, we collaborate with companies looking for outdoor headshots at their location or office for a personalized touch. We plan a brief visit prior to the shoot to assess lighting and background options at the company’s premises. We offer in-person selection and online galleries for leadership and employee headshots.

Executive Headshot

Executive outdoor headshot

Relaxed and true to you, our headshot photography captures your strengths and personality, whether indoors, on location, or outdoors. Our focus is showcasing your strengths through your natural expression and body language. Let’s create great outdoor headshots for you and your team. Read on Hagop’s Photography (our parent website) what to wear for your headshot.

Casual Headshot

Casual outdoor headshot

Outdoor portrait sessions by Palo Alto Headshots offer a variety of backgrounds for your headshots, so it’s important to choose and discuss the location with us before the shoot. Some locations provide a natural environment for your photos, while others offer more architectural backgrounds.

Confident Headshot

Real Estate agent headshot

When scheduling outdoor headshots with us, we recommend aiming for the late afternoon soft light to achieve the most flattering results. If timing is a challenge, consider a location with open shade. Prior to any outdoor or on-site photoshoots, be sure to discuss your plans with us for optimal outcomes.

Company Headshot

Stanford headshot

Remember to consider weather conditions when planning your outdoor headshot session with Palo Alto Headshots. Wind and rain may pose challenges, so be sure to check the forecast before finalizing your appointment, as certain locations in the San Francisco Bay Area can be foggy and windy.

Palo Alto Headshot

Company employee headshot

If you have a session scheduled for outdoor headshots at Palo Alto Headshots, be sure to inform your hairstylist and makeup artist. Wind can make hair difficult to control, so using hairspray can help. Opt for light makeup over heavy makeup, and choose matte products over shiny ones to avoid reflections on your face that may require retouching.

On Site Headshots

Headshot for startups

Our fees start at $350 for an outdoor session.

Travel fees may apply depending on the locations you choose.

Why Choose Palo Alto Headshots?

Reasonable Pricing

Looking for professional headshots that showcase your individuality? Palo Alto Headshots provides top-notch quality and meticulous attention to detail, going above and beyond expectations. We recognize the significance of making a lasting impression.

Retouching

Watch Hagop at Palo Alto Headshots expertly retouch your headshots to perfection, with your final photos delivered straight to your inbox at the end of your session. Experience a level of service unmatched by other photographers.

Palo Alto Studio

Trust Palo Alto Headshots for exceptional quality and attention to detail that captures your unique personality, ensuring a great first impression that exceeds expectations.

Client Reviews

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   Antonio Bibiano 
 8 October 2026
 
 
  Incredible, got me several medical school interviews!
  
 
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   Hao Ni 
 18 September 2026
 
 
  Easy to work with. Very professional and high-quality photos. Would definitely recommend if you're looking for a local photographer.
  
 
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   yue wu 
 18 August 2026
 
 
  professional and techniques.
  
 
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   In_the_city 
 6 August 2026
 
 
  Excellent service and photo's!
  
 
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   Lixin Zhang 
 25 July 2026
 
 
  I highly recommend Palo Alto Headshots. Ano was wonderful in making sure I was ready and helping with my hair before the shoot. Hagop is a true expert who guided me step-by-step on the ideal posture and expression. The final results are fantastic!
  
 
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   Jaden Asuncion 
 24 July 2026
 
 
  10/10 experience! They we're very professional and very inviting. Had tons of knowledge on poses and computer editing. Would recommend to anyone looking for a very personal experience for their head shot where the people there care.
  
 
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   Gabriella 
 15 July 2026
 
 
  Hired for company headshots and these two were the absolute best. They made it happen for several of my team’s c-suite executives, even including the picky ones. They retouched our photos onsite and provided the best service, would highly, highly recommend.
  
 
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   Dave Chiesa 
 3 June 2026
 
 
  I had an outstanding experience with Palo Alto Headshots. From start to finish, their professionalism was evident in every step of the process. The entire experience was smooth and well-organized, making it easy and enjoyable. They provided clear, helpful information along the way, which made me feel confident and comfortable throughout. Beyond their expertise, I truly appreciated their warm and personable approach—it's clear they genuinely care about their clients. I highly recommend Palo Alto Headshots for anyone seeking top-quality headshots with a seamless and friendly experience. Thank you, y'all from Georgia.
  
 
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   Arjun Sripathy 
 5 March 2026
 
 
  Great service! Personalized and took appropriate time to get the right shot with any adjustments required.
  
 
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   Christian Meyer 
 3 March 2026
 
 
  They were amazing! Very welcoming, comforting, and clearly experts in everything having to do with headshots and photos more generally. I am so happy with how my photo came out and I would absolutely go back to them.
  
 
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   Andrew Li 
 8 August 2025
 
 
  Great experience here. Hagop and Ano are experts at their craft and walked me through the steps to a wonderful headshot. They were friendly and efficient while being very considerate of my needs. Highly recommend.
  
 
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   Antonio M 
 18 July 2025
 
 
  I was very impressed with the quality of Hagop’s experience in directing me for the perfect pose and posture. He has advanced knowledge of photography head shots and he is very proficient with photography touch up and Adobe Photoshop. I love my head shots! I decided to purchase 2 because I was so happy with the quality.
  
 
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   LYNN HASTINGS 
 9 July 2025
 
 
  I've had headshots taken before, but this was on a scale of 10 the best:   the most professional help for lighting, background, but--most important-- expression, head position, etc.   I was given many different choices:   original, high-resolution, low-resolution.   A relief that they did touchups with me present, so I could chose what and how much to touch up.

There is no other photographer I would recommend to friends than Palo Alto Headshots.   Outstanding!
  
 
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   Bill Bates 
 8 June 2025
 
 
  These folks are terrific.  Very professional, and also so warm that they enabled me to be too, which is just what my headshot needed.
  
 
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   SP 
 6 June 2025
 
 
  Had a fantastic experience at Hagop & Ano in Palo Alto. The team was professional, efficient, and captured an excellent headshot. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   TJ Sidgmore 
 6 June 2025
 
 
  Fantastic people to work with - easy and efficient booking. Great results.
  
 
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   Julie Brody 
 11 April 2025
 
 
  Hagop and Ano work seamlessly together in a very warm yet extremely professional and efficient way. They advise how to choose the look you are hoping for, the background, and the confident yet friendly expression that is best for your best impression. Hagop works quickly to help you discern what look feels right and you also participate, but he makes it easy as he is so experienced and can see right away the things that create the best look. The touchup is essential for most of us (lol) but he doesn't overdo it so that the finished product is natural and looks like you - just a bit enhanced. It is a wonderful place to get a professional photo taken  - relaxed and with great results.
  
 
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   Sushma Kasinathan 
 18 March 2025
 
 
  This was an overall great experience! I was very comfortable and I am very satisfied with my professional pictures.
  
 
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   David Chute 
 16 January 2025
 
 
  The experience was efficient, professional, comprehensive and resulted in a good photo and excellent retouching.  I recommend to anyone looking for a professional headshot.
  
 
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   John Mattis 
 3 January 2025
 
 
  Both Hagop & Ano were very friendly and accommodating. Hagop was quite good at getting my photo taken with the proper angle and tilt of my head. He was very skilled at the use of Photoshop to correct my blemishes.
  
 
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   Susan Bogue 
 20 December 2024
 
 
  Even though I wasn't looking forward to getting my author photo taken, it turned out to be a delightful experience. The photographer has a wonderful sense of which photos convey confidence, likability, and competence. He took the time necessary for me to participate in the whole process of selection and touch-ups. I recommend Palo Alto Headshots.
  
 
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   Paula French 
 18 December 2024
 
 
  Thank you to Hagop and Ano, for providing a frustration free process.  This was my first time obtaining a professional headshot and I appreciate the wonderful experience and results!
  
 
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   Elise Singer 
 11 December 2024
 
 
  Professional, helpful and opinionated in all the right ways. Smooth experience, highly recommend
  
 
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   Linda Mattis 
 21 November 2024
 
 
  I have a beautiful new headshot picture in which I even look younger thanks to Palo Alto Headshots.  They were easy to work with, and made me feel very comfortable.
  
 
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   T Alvarez 
 16 November 2024
 
 
  Hagop & Ano at Palo Alto Headshots are extremely professional. Hagop is a true artist and goes above and beyond to capture your personality and essence. If you're looking for a headshots that will get years of mileage, I highly recommend them.
  
 
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   Nick Suarez 
 17 October 2024
 
 
  I had an amazing experience!  Hagop and Ano were incredibly kind and professional. I highly recommend. Thank you for everything!
  
 
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   Faith Blagojevic 
 10 October 2024
 
 
  Excellent professional headshots. Amazing staff! Ano was so helpful and patient. I highly recommend this place. I was really blown away with the headshot I had taken here.
  
 
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   Yufan Pan 
 26 August 2024
 
 
  Very Nice Couple who do their job incredibly precise. I learned a lot during our photo shoot.
  
 
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   Derek Pipolo 
 16 August 2024
 
 
  I had an amazing experience getting my headshot done with this team. They were incredibly kind, professional, and knew exactly how to capture the perfect shot! I highly recommend them for anyone looking for a fantastic and enjoyable photography session!
  
 
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   Vanessa Scudder 
 15 August 2024
 
 
  Hagop and Ano are absolutely lovely people. The whole process of getting my photo taken was seamless and everything was explained step by step. When Hagop helped me select a final headshot from the photos taken, all of his suggestions were spot on. I'm delighted with the headshot and will happily recommend Palo Alto Headshots to others in the future!
  
 
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   James Thompson 
 1 August 2024
 
 
  Fantastic experiences. Very friendly and professional
  
 
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   Ekaterina Moshkevich 
 1 August 2024
 
 
  This was my first experience taking professional headshot, and it was wonderful, easy and very professional. I really like the outcome as well. Would highly recommend this husband and wife team to anyone.
  
 
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   Taylor Chishom 
 31 July 2024
 
 
  Highly recommend Palo Alto Headshots - they were very professional and helpful with getting the perfect picture. I am very happy with my experience!
  
 
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   ophélie constant 
 30 July 2024
 
 
  Very professional. I really like the headshot. I recommend 💯
  
 
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   Michael Kennedy 
 24 July 2024
 
 
  Very easy working with Hagop and Ano.  I could tell they had been doing this for years.  Enjoyed going through the various photos and seeing the subtle differences which at first I missed.  Reasonable pricing and a relaxed atmosphere!
  
 
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   Winston Tang 
 18 July 2024
 
 
  Palo Alto Headshots offers professional, high-quality service. I'm very happy with my headshot. They took the time to walk me through every detail, and I truly appreciated their thoroughness. They also provided great recommendations to ensure I got the best possible photo. I highly recommend them for anyone seeking a professional, friendly, and efficient headshot experience.
  
 
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   Michael Donohue 
 10 July 2024
 
 
  I was impressed by the thoroughness of the headshot process.   There's a sit down meeting at the beginning, with an explanation of the whole process.   We take a few dozen photos, and found the best collaboratively, followed by touch ups.    I had the photos before I even left.     Really great experience all around.
  
 
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   Daniel Stoltz 
 4 July 2024
 
 
  professional, great quality, very happy with my professional headshot. Made a lot of great recommendations to get me the best possible photo. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a professional, friendly, and efficient photography headshot experience
  
 
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   Nate Olmstead 
 21 June 2024
 
 
  Outstanding company and people.  Provided great advice and results.  Highly recommended
  
 
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   Evelyn Zhou 
 19 June 2024
 
 
  I had an amazing experience with Palo Alto headshots! They put so much care and effort into getting me the perfect headshot. I am very pleased with the results!
  
 
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   Lisa Batista 
 12 June 2024
 
 
  Palo Alto Headshots did an amazing job with my pictures and I really appreciated the time, care, and patience Hagop and Ano showed me as someone who hadn't ever had professional headshots done. The entire experience was relaxed and fun but still professional. I really enjoyed seeing the editing process happen and liked that I had final approval for the chosen picture. If you need a quick headshot, this is a great option! Strongly recommend!
  
 
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   Jennifer Hamblin 
 1 June 2024
 
 
  I recently had the pleasure of getting my professional headshots taken at Palo Alto Headshots, and I couldn't be happier with the experience and results! From the moment I walked in, I was warmly welcomed by Ano and Hagop and made to feel right at home. They are incredibly kind and attentive, ensuring that I was comfortable and involved in every step of the process.

Hagop is truly a talented photographer with an exceptional eye for detail. He guided me through the session with expert advice and encouragement. If you're looking for high-quality professional headshots in a friendly and supportive environment, I highly recommend Palo Alto Headshots!
  
 
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   Toshiya Aoki 
 15 May 2024
 
 
  Palo Alto Headshots is a professional photographer. They explain how headshots should be taken and the process in details, take about 30-40 pictures, and select the final picture with you.
  
 
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   Rex Guo 
 11 May 2024
 
 
  We had a great experience here for our professional headshot. We were given precise instructions and also professional guidance on what looks the best. We are really happy with the final outcome!
  
 
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   Sarah Turner 
 9 May 2024
 
 
  I highly recommend Palo Alto Headshots.  Hagop & Ano were both great to work with. They took the time to explain the process in detail which I appreciate.  My headshot is amazing!
  
 
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   Celeste Witting 
 29 April 2024
 
 
  I cannot endorse Hagop and Ano strongly enough!! They are so kind and patient, and I could tell they really wanted to make sure I got the best possible headshot and was thrilled with it. Ano would fix my hair and blot off oil between shots, while Hagob directed the photos and changed lights around to make it perfect. At the end, we went through the photos together to choose the best one, and did some gentle photoshopping together. Their 40-year input and expertise was so helpful, and I felt like I had input without being overwhelmed by too many choices. Really such a lovely experience.
  
 
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   andrea throndson 
 22 April 2024
 
 
  Hagop & Ano are absolutely delightful. Not only are they brilliantly professional, they are warm and caring and very gifted at what they do. They turned an event I wasn't looking forward to into a fun hour and I felt like a celebrity. Can't recommend them highly enough. Excellent!
  
 
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   Jake Kidd 
 18 April 2024
 
 
  Service was excellent, with a great personal angle; process was efficient; photography was tasteful. I appreciated doing the touching up together. Altogether very satisfied.
  
 
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   Alex Long 
 16 April 2024
 
 
  Very professional, lots of expertise. Smooth process from start to finish. Great pics!
  
 
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   Sara su 
 13 April 2024
 
 
  Amazing hospitality, good price, exactly what I was looking for! I’ve been here twice to take headshots and they never disappoint! The photographer is very professional and easy to work with. I highly recommend.

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Quality Headshots At A Reasonable Price

We provide headshot photography for more than 50 startups and companies as well as countless professionals in Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Mountain View, Redwood City, The Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area.

Established 1993

Palo Alto Headshots