Black and white contemporary portrait of a women with long black hair sat on the ground drawing photographed by Vancouver portrait photographer Michele Mateus

Vancouver Personal Branding Photographer

turn up your volume!

For creatives & entrepreneurs
who refuse to blend in.

Portrait of a south asian man with a short trimmed bear and moustache, earrings and backwards black cap and he is smiling. Photo taken by michele mateus
Woman in natural contemporary black and white portrait with soft styling sitting cross legged and laughing with her hand covering her mouth.
Woman in artistic lifestyle brand portrait with natural setting sitting in a studio surrounded by her painitings.

vancouver personal branding photography

Personal branding photography is about creating images that tell a story. Imagine having brand photography that feels like a thoughtfully designed magazine rather than a stock photo site, that’s what we will be going for.

Maybe your business is playful and energizing. Maybe it’s intimate and deeply personal. Maybe it’s sensual, luxurious, quietly confident. Maybe it’s quirky and eclectic! Whatever the frequency, I am here to help amplify it for you.

The results will be like your own soundtrack, magnet and being played on repeat!

get started
Indigenous woman in beach brand portrait with natural setting
Blonde woman in the ocean holding a piece of sheer white fabric. photo by vancouver portrait photographer michele mateus
birds eye view of a florist trimming peonies on a wood surface. photo taken by vancouver photographer michele mateus
Two people stood in front of a vintage door way modelling a local vancouver clothing line for their personal branding photos.

Brand storytelling with personality

Portrait of a personal trainer with long corn row braids photographed by Vancouver photographer Michele Mateus
Photo of a white woman with long brunette hair and a white tshirt on wearing headphones and is smiling looking right into the camera. photo taken by vancouver portrait photographer michele mateus

“Working with Michele was a life changing experience.
She was so attuned to my goals for the shoot and helped me create exactly what I was looking for. As a person and as a professional, she is amazing. Do not hesitate to reach out to her for your shoot!” ~Natasha

Faceless portrait of a woman holding a vintage camera in the centre of her body. she wears a black shirt with a camel coloured cardigan. photo taken by vancouver portrait photographer michele mateus
two asian people standing on a suspension bridge, there is a woman in front and a man behind. photo by michele mateus
Woman in professional headshot with clean minimal background wearing a black hat and white shirt.
black and white portrait of a black man with short hair wearing glasses and button up shirt. he is leaning on a black table and is holding his hands up near his face. photo taken by vancouver photographer Michele Mateus

what we’re covering

process & pricing

FREQUENTLY asked questions

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Process

Sep 1: Initial Consultation. Let’s chat about your vision and see if we’re a perfect match.

Step 2: Secure Your Date. Lock in your session with a signed contract and non-refundable $500 deposit, that will be applied to your chosen collection.

Step 3: Planning Call. We’ll dive deep into styling, locations, and bringing your story to life.

Step 4: Photoshoot. The main event, where we drop the beat on your story.

Step 5: Swoon at Your New Photos. Receive your gallery and feel the power of seeing yourself celebrated

book a consultation
portrait of a blonde woman sat near a record player putting on a new record smiling. photo by michele mateus
Lifestyle brand portrait in natural setting with woman writing in journal on desk
Portrait of a woman with brunette her hair in a trendy minimalist apartment setting wearing a black vest with a blazer over top and white wide legged pants by Vancouver Portrait photographer Michele Mateus

I believe in

Transparent pricing.

quality over quantity.

clear communication.

vancouver Brand photoshoot Pricing

pricing

A $500 non-refundable deposit locks in your date, and gets applied to your total.

Travel fees will apply for on location photoshoots and will be calculated based on location.

For larger groups/projects a custom quote will provided to account for needs of the project.

*Please note that pricing is based one person per photoshoot, additional people $200/each

Vancouver Personal Branding Pricing

Personal Branding Collections

Full gallery // $2300

Enjoy an artist curated collection of images
(min. 40 images). This collection is great for
entrepreneurs and creatives offering you a library
of images for all your marketing and promotional
and of course perfect for the person who wants it all!

20 images // $1900

20 high resolution retouched images.

10 images // $1300

10 high resolution retouched images.

Vancouver Personal Branding photoshoot extras

Add ons

hair + Makeup

Add hair and makeup for $200/person

Additional People

$200 added for additional people attending the photoshoot.

additional images

An additional image is $200 or save with the special bundle of 5 for $550,

Portrait of a blonde woman in a jean jacket on Granville Island by Vancouver Portrait Photographer Michele Mateus
Professional male realtor in contemporary brand portrait wearing a suit sitting on stairs.
Contemporary brand portrait for female entrepreneur with pink hair and red lipstick.
black and white portrait of a woman wearing a black suit with a white hoodie sweater and white converse sneakers sitting on a concrete floor with a brick wall. photo taken by vancouver portrait photographer michele mateus
Portrait of a blonde woman wearing glasses and a black tshirt and black jeans sat in a large window of a brick building. photo taken by vancouver portrait photographer michele mateus
portrait of a black woman with a short afro. she is wearing a simple strappy black dress and stood in front of a grey canvas backdrop. photo taken by vancouver portrait photographer michele mateus
Vancouver Personal Brand Photography Headshot of female with shoulder length brown hair and glasses smiling next to a window.
Woman in professional realtor brand portrait wearing a black blazer, grey pants, standing in a kitchen and leaning on the counter.
Lifestyle brand portrait of woman dressed in blue leaning on a counter with her hands crossed.

Amplify your brand story

Get started by booking a chat with me, and then we can take it from there!

CONNECT
Vancouver personal brand photograph indigenous woman on the beach.

Vancouver Personal Branding FAQ’s

Personal branding photography is professional imagery that captures who you are and what you stand for as a business owner or entrepreneur. Unlike traditional corporate headshots, personal branding sessions create a cohesive library of images for your website, social media, marketing materials, and online presence. In Vancouver, I specialize in editorial-style brand photography with a minimalist aesthetic for conscious entrepreneurs and creative professionals.

While corporate headshots typically focus on a single professional portrait, personal branding photography is more comprehensive and editorial. We create a range of images that tell your story such as environmental portraits, lifestyle shots that reflect your values, detail images, and beautiful headshots too.

My approach is rooted in a minimalist, editorial aesthetic, intentional composition, emotional depth, and imagery that feels timeless rather than generic. The goal is to create brand photography that makes you stand out with a cohesive visual identity that actually reflects who you are, not just another polished corporate photo.

Personal branding photography is ideal for entrepreneurs, coaches, consultants, creatives, and purpose-driven professionals who want to elevate their visual identity. My clients are typically conscious business owners who value a minimalist aesthetic and want imagery that reflects their values, not just what they do, but who they are.

I sure do, all rad humans are welcome here. I do have personal boundaries around intimate/boudoir photoshoots so please share your vision and I can share if I am able to bring it to life.

Personal branding Sessions can take place in my Vancouver studio or on location, whichever best suits your brand. Studio sessions offer clean, minimalist backdrops and controlled lighting, while location sessions can incorporate your workspace, favorite coffee shop, or outdoor settings that reflect your lifestyle and values.

Every personal branding session includes a pre-session style consultation, a 2-hour photoshoot in studio or on location, and a neuro-affirming approach. There’s no pressure, just exploration and collaboration to create images that truly represent your brand.

Yes you bet! If you have a small team (under 5 people) there is no additional charges, teams over 5 people up to 10 people will be charged an additional $500 as it takes more time to work with that many people.

I have two types of collections: digital and art collections. Full pricing can be found on my pricing page. Photoshoots start at $1300 and what you invest in is totally up to you.

You can add hair and makeup to any type of Vancouver photoshoot that I offer. I will set up my
preferred professional hair and makeup artist to pamer you.

I like to suggest 4 weeks before your desired date
so that you have time to prepare with ease.

I believe in consent, and will ask your permission before I share your photos.

Your final gallery will be delivered within 2 weeks of your session.

As I believe connection is key to having amazing photos the next step is setting up a call with me
so you can share your vision and ask me all the questions you may have. If we feel like a good fit
then I get you booked in and the fun begins!

let’s do this
Professional brand portrait with contemporary minimalist aesthetic woman sitting on a stool wearing a black hat, white shirt , and black pants.