Headshot photography
Elevate Your Professional Image
Headshot photographer New York CITY & Westchester
Headshot Photography
Our luxury headshot photography captures confidence, presence, and authenticity in a way that feels effortless and refined. Each session is thoughtfully designed to feel relaxed and personalized, allowing your true personality to come through naturally in front of the camera. With a clean, editorial approach, we create timeless headshots that feel elevated, professional, and unmistakably you, it’s perfect for individuals and brands seeking a full-service experience that is both intentional and unforgettable.
Every image is carefully crafted to highlight your individuality, confidence, and personal brand with elegance and clarity. These portraits go beyond a simple photograph; they are visual statements designed to make a lasting impression. So when you look back, you don’t just see a headshot, you see yourself at your best; confident, polished, and ready to be seen.
We have two types of headshot sessions- Full custom headshot session or a Mini Headshot Session.
Powerful imagery that captures who you are elevates your personal brand, builds trust, and presents you at your very best.
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Your image deserves more than an ordinary headshot. Through luxury headshot photography, I create intentional, brand-driven portraits that reflect your confidence, personality, and presence. Each bespoke session is thoughtfully designed to feel effortless and authentic, resulting in polished, timeless headshots that elevate your personal brand—so your story shines through before you ever say a word.
NYC & westchester HEADSHOT photography
Bridgett Strickler
what to expect
During your luxury headshot photoshoot
Designing the session
We start with a one-hour design meeting to dive into your story concept, personality, colors, and keywords. Together, we create a blueprint for your shoot concept and locations. You’ll leave the session feeling confident, prepared, and inspired.
Hair and makeup
Our professional hair and makeup artists ensure you look polished and camera-ready. Our team enhances your natural features without overdoing it. You’ll feel confident and radiant during your entire session. We will plan your look during your concept meeting ahead of the shoot.
multiple locations
Choose from our NYC studio, Westchester (Briarcliff Manor) studio, or custom locations. We brainstorm optimal locations to showcase your story during your concept meeting. We can also travel worldwide to bring your vision to life.
Photoshoot
Your session brings the blueprint to life with professional lighting and creative direction. We capture a mix of lifestyle, environmental, and posed shots. Every image is designed to elevate your story and make an impact.
Photo selection
After your session, we help you curate the strongest images from your session, in-person. We review shots together to choose those that best reflect your personality and goals. This ensures a consistent, polished collection for all platforms.
Wall Art
We transform your most iconic photos into custom wall art that reflects who you are and reminds you of it every day. Thoughtfully designed and made in Italy, each piece is tailored to match your home and interiors with timeless craftsmanship.
FAQ about headshot photos
Do I need to be an executive or model to book a headshot session?
Not at all. Headshot sessions are for anyone who wants a polished, professional image—whether you’re a business owner, creative, entrepreneur, actor, or simply updating your personal brand. No matter your industry or experience in front of the camera, each session is designed to help you look confident, authentic, and like the best version of yourself.
I’m not comfortable in front of the camera. Is that okay?
Absolutely. Most people feel this way at first. You’ll be gently guided throughout the session with clear direction and natural prompts, so nothing ever feels forced or awkward. The goal is to create headshots that feel relaxed, confident, and authentically you. With a calm, supportive approach—and a few tried-and-true techniques—we help you feel comfortable, natural, and at ease in front of the camera. The experience is designed to be just as memorable as the images themselves, not just a quick photo session.
What should I wear for my headshot session?
You’ll receive expert styling guidance to help you select outfits that feel polished, professional, and aligned with your personal brand. Thoughtful wardrobe choices ensure your headshots look timeless, confident, and photograph beautifully. We’ll go through all the details during your design consultation so you feel fully prepared and at ease for your session.
Where do headshot sessions take place?
Headshot sessions can take place in-studio or at a location that complements your personal brand and professional image. We’ll select a setting that enhances your look—clean and modern, warm and approachable, or creative and dynamic—depending on the impression you want to make. We’ll discuss the best options for you during your design consultation, including our favorite NYC locations for on-location headshots.
How long is a headshot session?
Sessions typically last 2-3 hours, allowing of time to travel between locations, connect, and capture a variety of beautiful moments without feeling rushed.
Can I use my headshots for multiple purposes?
Absolutely. Your headshots are designed to be versatile and adaptable—perfect for LinkedIn, social media profiles, your website, press features, speaking engagements, or any professional branding needs. We focus on creating images that feel polished, authentic, and timeless so you can confidently use them across all platforms.
What makes your headshot experience different?
Every session is intentionally designed with a luxury, story-driven approach. From personalized planning and wardrobe guidance to expert posing and refined editing, the experience is about more than just photos—it’s about capturing your confidence, personality, and professional presence in a way that feels authentic and memorable.
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Hillary Sobel
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The Transformation
Meet Erica
From the moment she arrived, everything shifted. She stepped into a space thoughtfully designed just for her to feel special. Our hair and makeup artists enhanced her natural beauty, while our stylist provided a pampering, professional experience from start to finish.
During the shoot, we gently guided Erica and her fiance to comfortable in front of the camera, so they could relax, connect, and truly enjoy the experience together. We captures photos in studio and where they went on their first date- a bar in West Village.
She left with more than photographs. She left with heirloom album that doubles as a guest signing book for the wedding guests.
Working with Priyanca for my headshots was an incredible experience from start to finish. Her ability to capture powerful, authentic storytelling through imagery is unmatched. Chatting and prepping for the shoot in advance with Priyanca helped me pack my things as I was traveling from Chicago to NY for the shoot. I needed headshots that truly reflected my personality, mission, and the direction of my business, and she delivered beyond expectations.
Lisa, New York
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Named “Best Photographer in NYC” by Photographer USA Magazine, Priyanca Rao is internationally acclaimed for her creative, magazine-quality portraits and portrait photography. Her signature style blends beautiful light, expert composition, and fashion-forward styling to capture personality, professionalism, and unforgettable moments.
With formal training from the London College of Fashion, Priyanca brings a unique eye for styling, wardrobe, and poses that elevate every shoot. She is recognized as one of the Top Fearless Photographers in NYC and worldwide and has been featured in The Knot, HuffPost, Brides UK, Maharani Weddings, and more.
Clients choose Priyanca for her ability to create striking, personalized images that showcase their love and make a lasting impression.
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Reviews & testimonials
New York Headshot photos
Priyanca was a delight to work with. She is enthusiastic and encouraging and was generous with her time. She captured images that will be very useful to me professionally and enjoyable personally for years to come.
Susan, New York
west village Headshot Photos
I hired Priyanca Rao, a top New York City headshot photographer, for my NYC therapist branding shoot, and she exceeded every expectation. The session went so well I brought her back to photograph our 15-person Talk Therapy team—with makeup, wardrobe styling, and professional portraits. We got stunning, branding photos and custom stock-style images that perfectly match our visual identity.
Nathilee, New York
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Working with Priyanca was incredible! She helped scout a stunning Brooklyn loft, guided me on wardrobe, hair, and makeup, and made the whole branding shoot feel easy and fun. As a top NYC branding photographer and NYC headshot photographer, she captured powerful, personality-driven images that truly reflect who I am.
Katie, Brooklyn
Long Island photographer
Priyanca was absolutely amazing to work with. She understood my branding vision and took it to the next level. She is attuned and really captures her clients essence. The quality of the photos are high end. She is also lovely, organized and takes her work very seriously. I would highly recommend her!!
Alba, Long Island
Soho Headshot Photographer
Priyanca is great to work with! She is so easy going and fun but also very professional. I was very tentative and a bit uncomfortable about getting my picture taken. I had so much fun with this experience from hair and makeup to outfit changes. Priyanca knows how to get you to relax and have fun with it. The photos are beautiful and empowering.
Alison, NJ
Central Park photographer
Priyanca was great. She was lovely to deal with, our time together during our shoot felt natural and fun and the final results were honestly beautiful. Would definitely recommend her and her work to anyone interested in capturing special or valuable moments.
Ibrahim S, Canada
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Priyanca is truly incredible at what she does! She has a warm, interactive, efficient, and professional presence. Every step of the way she was great to work with, and created some great photos for me.
Olivia, New York
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One of the best experiences I’ve had working with a photographer – she was fun, friendly, energetic – and most importantly absolutely brilliant. Her attention to detail, her timing, she made it so easy and enjoyable.
Chirag T, Australia
grand central Headshot photos
Priyanca creates the best photos while also putting those who don’t like taking pictures at ease during the process. You and whoever you bring will be amazed and will also have the best time throughout the process!
Kathy, NY
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Art That Reflects Your Professional Story
Headshots are not just about taking a picture; they’re about capturing your presence, confidence, and the essence of who you are. These images reflect your professional and personal brand, serving as a tool you can return to whenever you want to feel confident, inspired, and seen.
Fine art headshots should make a statement—elevated, intentional, and timeless. They remind you of your best self every time you see them.
Our custom prints and digital imagery are thoughtfully crafted to showcase your headshots at their finest, with curated materials and finishes that elevate your space or online presence while reflecting your unique identity.
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Capture Real Moments Together
Linkedin professional headshots
LinkedIn headshot sessions are designed to feel natural, professional, and confident. As a trusted LinkedIn headshot photographer in NYC, I guide you with clear direction and a refined approach so your expressions feel approachable, authentic, and polished.
beauty, model and AESTHETICIAN headshots
Headshot sessions for beauty professionals are designed to feel elevated, confident, and visually refined. As a professional beauty headshot photographer in NYC, I create clean, editorial-style portraits for models, aestheticians, makeup artists, and skincare professionals who want imagery that reflects expertise and aesthetic excellence.
ceo and leadership HEADSHOTS
Headshot sessions for executives and leaders are designed to feel refined, confident, and intentional. As a professional CEO headshot photographer in NYC, I create powerful, modern portraits for executives, founders, and leadership teams who want imagery that communicates authority, approachability, and trust.
realtors, lawyers and broker headhsots
Headshot sessions for real estate professionals, attorneys, and brokers are designed to feel confident, polished, and approachable. As a trusted professional headshot photographer in NYC, I create modern, high-quality portraits that communicate credibility, trust, and professionalism.
coaching, therapist, speaker and Actor headshots
Headshot sessions for coaches, therapists, speakers, and actors are designed to feel authentic, confident, and approachable. As a professional headshot photographer in NYC, I create expressive, modern portraits that communicate trust, presence, and personality.
finance, fintech, CONSULTANT headshots
Headshot sessions for finance and consulting professionals are designed to feel polished, confident, and strategic. As a professional headshot photographer in NYC, I create modern, high-quality portraits for consultants, analysts, advisors, and finance leaders who want imagery that communicates credibility, trust, and expertise.
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Headshot Portfolio
Explore our couples and engagement portfolio to experience the depth and emotion behind every love story we capture. From intimate studio portraits to beautifully curated outdoor sessions, each collection is designed to inspire and help you envision a photoshoot that authentically reflects your connection. Our portfolio invites you to imagine imagery that feels timeless, personal, and a true celebration of your love.
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Award winning couple and headshot photographer in New York
Our service areas:
Central Park. Grand Central Terminal. DUMBO Brooklyn. Brooklyn Bridge. SoHo. Tribeca. West Village. High Line. Bryant Park. Battery Park. Manhattan Bridge. Top of the Rock. Rockefeller Center. Flatiron District. Bow Bridge. Bethesda Terrace. Washington Square Park.Prospect Park. Untermyer Park and Gardens. Rockefeller State Park Preserve. Croton Gorge Park. Glen Island Park. Teatown Lake Reservation. Tibbetts Brook Park. Rye Playland Beach. Lenoir Preserve. Turkey Mountain Nature Preserve. Manor Park Larchmont.