New York CITY and Westchester Photographer
Personal Branding Portfolio
Explore this portfolio to see the full scope of what is possible for your personal brand through luxury branding photography and professional headshots. Whether you are a founder, business leader, creative, or navigating a career pivot, your story shapes your visibility, authority, and direction, and it deserves to be captured with intention and impact.
Capture your story
Your brand is your presence, your confidence, and the story people feel before they read a word. As an award winning NYC and Westchester based personal branding photographer, I create editorial, authentic branding photography for women leaders, founders, and visionaries who are ready to be seen, trusted, and remembered. This portfolio reflects the range of personal branding and headshot photography we can create together to elevate visibility, authority, and connection with the right audience.
The Photoshoot Experience
Client Diaries
As one of the best photographers in NYC and Westchester, Priyanca Rao Photography is known for delivering high end, luxury photography experiences that clients genuinely love. In these client diaries, founders, CEOs, creatives, and women leaders share what it is like to work with a top rated personal branding and portrait photographer in New York City and Westchester, from the white glove experience to the confidence and visibility they gain through powerful branding images. If you value exceptional quality, artistry, and a luxury experience that feels as good as it looks, you will love what our clients have to say.
comedian and actor headshots and branding
World’s #1 Funny Aunty Zarna Garg
Zarna’s first comedy special, “One in a Billion,” is available for streaming on Amazon Prime, showcasing her sharp and relatable humor, drawing audiences into a world where laughter and thought-provoking conversations coexist. Zarna was recently featured on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Zarna has also crossed over to the film world, starring in “A Nice Indian Boy.”
Priyanca took stunning photos of us even under rushed circumstances with lighting that was not her own. We were blown away. Her kindness, attention to detail, and beautiful portraits have made us huge fans, and we can’t wait to work with her again.
NYC real estate broker headshots and branding
Selling Dream homes: Fainna Kagan
An Associate Broker with Corcoran and an experienced attorney, Fainna Kagan is highly attuned to her clients’ needs and goals when it comes to buying and selling homes. She is a top producer, skilled researcher, and savvy negotiator who leverages her legal training and experience to anticipate and overcome roadblocks, and streamline complex real estate transactions with finesse and expertise.
We collaborated Fainna Kagan on her NYC realtor broker headshots and personal branding shoot designed to elevate her presence in the luxury real estate market. Built around her vision for the year ahead, the session focused on creating a strong, cohesive brand story. From wardrobe styling to hair and makeup, every detail reflected how she presents her high-end brand online. We sourced a location that mirrors the caliber of homes she represents while capturing polished, confident headshots and personal branding images that feel both editorial and authentic.
cpa headshots and branding images
Money Matters with Lisa Niser
Lisa Niser is a Financial Educator & Tax Strategist who helps people gain clarity so they can use money as a tool to move toward the life they want. With over 25 years of experience in tax and financial education, she brings a rare behind-the-scenes perspective to conversations about money, choice, and alignment.
“Priyanca pushed me out of my comfort zone in the best way. I felt safe being seen. The experience helped me see myself as a guide someone with presence and a message worth sharing. Putting on the flouncy skirt and pink shoes sparked joy and I want to spark conversations about money to help people realize they are smart and that they have options.”
musician headshots and bradning
Musical Kristen Mather de Andrade
Mather de Andrade recently won a grant, affording her the opportunity to perform Sem Fim on March 30, 2025 with the album’s 15-piece orchestra. In the future, she aspires to bring the album to life with more orchestras. She says: “I hope I can share this music with people all over the world.”
From hair and makeup to brand storytelling and creative photos, the entire process was convenient, thoughtful, and well put together. Priyanca made sure we had time to capture a wide variety of looks. I was amazed at how many unique and artistic shots we got. Priyanca – thank you for the experience and beautiful photos which I am looking forward to use for my upcoming album!
physician and coaching headshots and branding
Holistic Coach and Physician Sonal Bhatia
My approach is rooted in evidence-based healing, guiding individuals on a journey to optimize their health, awaken their inner healing intelligence, and achieve lasting well-being. Through this integrative path, I help others move beyond disease management and into a life of true vitality (Ojas) and alignment to life (Vida).
Working with Priyanca for my Ayurvedic branding photo and video shoot was an incredible experience. She understood my mission, my values, and the calming, holistic essence of my brand right from the start. As an Ayurvedic healing advocate, it was important to have visuals that were authentic, earthy, and aligned with the healing energy of the practice, and she captured all of it beautifully.
CEo, leadershit & podcaster headshots and branding
The Visionary Leader Deepali Vyas:
In a world where leadership, innovation, and personal branding intersect, few names resonate like Deepali Vyas. As a top executive recruiter, thought leader, and advocate for career literacy, Deepali has shaped the careers of countless C-suite executives, CEOs, and top-level leaders.
“Getting glammed up, putting on these gorgeous outfits, and seeing yourself reflected as someone who has paved your own path—it’s empowering.”
What’s included?
90% of my clients say they are not photogenic…
Read what one of them said after their shoot…
I did a personal branding photoshoot with Priyanca and I absolutely loved my experience. She was extremely communicative about what to expect and she listened to my wants and needs, planning the shoot accordingly. The hair and makeup, as well as the outfit advice, was so empowering and even though I started out shy, Priyanca’s attitude made me so comfortable, which you can see in the photos. The photos look incredible and I don’t think I’ve ever looked better!
Peggy K, Priyanca
NYC broadway actor musician and performer headshots and branding
Broadway Dreams: Kristin Hammerick
Kristen trained in Musical Theatre at Northwestern University with dreams of Broadway.
This year, after more than a decade away, Kristen returned to voice lessons and auditions. Her voice teacher delivered unexpected news:”He says I finally grew into my voice,” she shares. “A 25-year-old that sang like Ethel Merman was tough to cast, so I’ve been told.”
Flying into NYC from Chicago for broadway actor photoshoot with Priyanca was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. From the moment I arrived, I felt supported, inspired, and completely confident. Priyanca has this amazing way of bringing out your energy and personality — whether it was for my session, my actor headshots and musician photos, every image captured my essence.
poet writer and author headshots and branding
Whimsical Poet: Lauren Kalli
The funny thing about stories is they always seem to find you at the right time—don’t you think?
They show up like heroes or companions.
(Same thing, really.)
They brush against your grief, thrill, or longing and say, I see you.
These are the books that found me at just the right time—
when the tale woven became the exact balm my soul was calling for,
and the sky answered.
There’s magic in them.
and maybe they’ve been looking for you too.
-Lauren Kalli
WOW. I am in the words business, but somehow I’m at a loss for them!
It’s not a branding shoot. It’s ALCHEMY. The physical art piece selection she offers is stunning. It was tough deciding which pieces to get as I’m still inspired by the idea of seeing myself through her lens. She makes you see yourself as worthy of being on gallery walls.
AESTHETICIAN injector headshots and branding images
Sex And The City: Jubilee Po
Dewy Aesthetics is a NYC medspa where expertise meets intention.
This modern, medically grounded aesthetic practice is focused on natural results, honest guidance, and thoughtful care. Founded by CRNA and aesthetics expert Jubilee Po, Dewy offers advanced treatments including Botox, filler, PRP, microneedling, and skincare that’s as smart as it is effective.
I was looking for a branding photographer in NYC to revamp my website and social media, and I came across Priyanca’s work. I don’t love being in front of a camera but Priyanca and her team made this whole process stress-free and, dare I say, fun! We did a 3 hour indoor/outdoor photo shoot- with Priyanca literally risking life and limb in the middle of a busy NYC street to get the shot!
interior designer and architect headshots
Luxury Designer Christine Wetzel
Christine’s heartfelt philosophy centers around making the client’s home a safe and warm haven for them to surrender to every day. At the end of the day, Christine wants her client to feel that the home is theirs and their taste, not Christine’s. “I believe the first function of decoration is to make itself invisible, reflecting the taste and above all, the lifestyle of the client.”
June 2021. Christine Wetzel Design was recognized with the prestigious Westchester Magazine, 2021 Home Design Awardfor Best Use of Color, for her creative use of multi pastel tones and dark wood hues in an extensive kitchen renovation in an English Tudor home in Pleasantville, NY.
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