Specialties
What Makes HAWK Photography Unique?
At HAWK Photography, we specialize in creating high-impact commercial photography that elevates brands and professionals. With 20+ years of experience, we deliver exceptional corporate headshots, executive portraits, and LinkedIn headshots, helping individuals and businesses present themselves with confidence and professionalism.
Our expertise extends to real estate photography, capturing luxury homes, commercial properties, and interiors with precision to attract buyers and investors. We also excel in product photography, including wine bottle photography, cocktail photography, food photography, and industrial photography, ensuring your products stand out in competitive markets.
We also work with restaurants, resorts, wineries, and scientific industries, providing dynamic, engaging visuals for marketing and branding. Whether you need stunning marketing images, polished headshots, or high-quality commercial photography, we tailor each session to your specific needs.
Based in Silicon Valley and serving the Greater Bay Area, we offer both on-location and studio sessions designed for maximum convenience and impact. Book today to enhance your brand with expert photography that makes a lasting impression!
History
Established in 2003.
Founded in 2003, HAWK Photography has built a reputation for delivering high-quality corporate, commercial, and advertising photography. Based in Gilroy, CA, we proudly serve clients across Silicon Valley and the Greater Bay Area — and we’re available for travel across North America.
Over the years, our work has supported a wide range of industries, from real estate and high tech to financial services and law firms. We’ve collaborated with everyone from individual artists and startups to Fortune 500 companies, helping them elevate their brand with professional headshots, environmental portraits, product photography, and custom advertising collateral.
We’re passionate about making you, your team, and your products look amazing in every campaign.
Meet the Business Owner: Michael H.
Michael Hawk is the founder and creative force behind HAWK Photography. With over 15 years of experience behind the lens, Michael brings a unique blend of creativity, technical skill, and an energetic style to every project. His work is known for being fresh, bold, and polished — with just the right mix of fun and professionalism.
Clients love working with Michael because he knows how to make people feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Whether it’s a corporate headshot or a full-scale commercial shoot, he brings out the best in every subject.
From headshots and advertising campaigns to product and lifestyle photography, Michael’s wide-ranging experience allows him to problem-solve and deliver impactful, creative results — every time.