Lisa is known as the best in the San Francisco Bay Area for a reason. I last shot with Lisa two years ago. I trust her so much there was no doubt I would return and it just happened that I needed some updated looks so here we are. She understands the entertainment industry and what is needed for headshots that garner attention. She makes the sessions fun with her approachable personality and charisma. She is such a genuine person and a joy to collaborate with. I highly recommend her to those looking to upgrade their headshots and get to booking in 2026. read more

Lisa Keating Photography - Headshot session today with Lisa, Arabella, and Star Boy - Session Photography Near Me

I just wrapped my second shoot with Lisa and once again I'm so grateful for her artistry and her humanity. The proofs show her gently and persistently drawing out a spirit of play she saw under my defenses. Lisa understands the power of an image and cares deeply about the reflection she offers you. read more

This is my 3rd session with Lisa- she is very professional, fun and has great energy start to finish- you will love your shots! highly recommended! read more

Attention Actors and Professionals needing photos: Not only have I shot headshots with Lisa multiple times, but I coach actors and always recommend Lisa Keating as the best headshot photographer in the Bay Area. (and a lot of my referrals come from out of state!) And every time I update my photos with her, the results are almost immediate - I start getting more auditions, because if Casting websites were dating websites, casting directors can't possibly swipe right after seeing these awesome shots. Lisa, I can't thank you enough! Cora you are MUAH with the most. They made this shoot so fun. They help you figure out what the best looks are for your "brand". Lisa will show you photos on the viewfinder of her camera along the way so you can see how things are going and also acknowledge that you are getting great shots which helps you totally relax and make the more effective and efficient and productive. Its literally like hanging out with two good friend that happen to be amazing at photography and capturing your best photo likeness Thank you both for an amazing experience and I can't wait to come back and shoot again sometime soon. read more

I had a really great photoshoot with Lisa and Arabella. Lisa called me a few days prior to our shoot and asked me what I was aiming for so that she could best help prepare me for our shoot. The day of our shoot I brought clothing options and Lisa helped me pick out the best outfits to shoot in. Arabella did my makeup. Both Lisa and Arabella were so supportive and made me feel comfortable and confident during the shoot. I let Lisa know I wanted to capture more edgy looks and during our shoot she directed me and came up with fun stories/scenarios to put myself in to capture the tones I was aiming for. We definitely nailed edgy type look I was aiming for and now I have so many new photos to work with! These new headshots help show my range and I'm so excited to see how it will help my acting career. Lisa and Arabella are so great to work with. I can't recommend enough! I also really enjoyed cuddling up to Lisa's dog Star! When I walked into the studio Star gave me the warmest welcome ever! read more

Lisa Keating Photography - Arabella doing my makeup before my shoot with Lisa. Cute dog on the left is Lisa's dog Star! - Session Photography Near Me

From scheduling your appointment to the day of the shoot, everything was stress-free! After scheduling your appointment, she sends you a link to help you to choose colors for your outfits that will work best for commercial and theatrical looks. Lisa is also great about replying to messages if you have any question before the shoot. She is also great about returning calls in a timely manner. In regards to working with her on the day of the shoot, she makes you feel at ease from the very beginning. From helping you to find your parking space in the studio's parking garage to offering you cold bottles of water upon arrival, her hospitality is amazing! She has such a warm aura about her; even though it was the first time we worked together, I felt like I was visiting my best friend; we immediately bonded. The same goes for her makeup artist, Arabella is amazing! The two of them are basically your best friends for the day along with Lisa's dog, Star (he's so sweet). When you come prepared with different wardrobe options for each look, Lisa helps you to narrow it down and you don't feel rushed at all. With each look that you shoot, Lisa shows you some images from her camera so you can immediately see what she is capturing through her lens. Conversations during the shoot are very entertaining so it's easy for her to capture authentic looks of happiness; you don't feel like your smiles are forced: She brings out the best in you. And for theatrical looks, she helps you to bring out expressions that are more serious but also tell a story (perhaps feelings of nostalgia or hopefulness are conveyed with subtle changes in your eyes; she helps your eyes to tell a story. Once your eyes tell the story, your other facial expressions come to you naturally). Her eye for detail, angles, poses and lighting is fantastic; she will let you know if there is a hair out of place or a distracting wrinkle in your clothing prior to taking images. When she shows you her images on her camera, WOW, they look retouched without being retouched. Lisa will leave you speechless with her work and your feelings of happiness will last long after the shoot day has taken place. Please take the opportunity to work with her, even if it means saving up over a couple of months to pay for the shoot. You won't be disappointed; she and her makeup artist are worth the investment! I highly recommend working with her! read more

I highly recommend Lisa Keating for your headshots! I have shot with her several times over the years in my career as an actress and have always been impressed with her ability to capture stunning images of me. She's easygoing and light-hearted which helps me relax immensely and she knows how to direct her subjects so even if you're new at having your picture taken you'll walk away with amazing headshots. My agency was always impressed with the work Lisa and I did together. I would bet my money on Lisa's pictures helping me book jobs in the industry. She's been in the industry for years and knows what they're looking for. I recommend doing multiple looks as it will help you portray different characters, and if you're still looking for an agency, having multiple looks will help them see you in a variety of ways and help them understand how they can market you and the various ways in which you can be cast so the more the merrier! read more

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Aww Lisa !! These were phenomenal. I so greatly appreciate having done headshots with you, these are excellent! And the site was really easy to navigate and mark favorites/share with actor friends, family, and my agent. You made the headshot process fun and relaxing - Thanks again, Lisa! read more

Excellence through and through! Lisa was recommended to me by someone who works very closely in the commercial/movie casting space in the Bay Area and I can see why they would suggest her. From the minute you check her portfolio to the steps you take while booking, her professionalism stands out. She's super well organized, thorough with details and incredibly good at what she does. She also cares about her clients! Lisa called me a few days before the shoot to ask about the type of work I was looking for, so we could best cater the headshots for those roles. Then she walked me through the colors/clothes that will help me and the vibes I'm trying to portray. She has a great studio, will answer all your questions, has a great pup and the MUA Cora is excellent. Book with Lisa, beyond just the great photos you get to know a great person. read more

I got back into acting after a long time away and feel like a newbie again. Lisa and Cora, her make-up artist, treated me with such enthusiasm and respect it was as though I was a seasoned pro. We got to explore so many ideas and Lisa's eye for what any look means and how it's marketable meant that we could dig deeper every time we struck gold. She does that (along with her sweet dog Star) by giving impeccable gentle direction that is easy to follow and put me right at ease. And Cora's keen approach to make-up meant that I still looked like me in my shots, just the best possible version! Truly one of the most affirming experiences of my life. read more

If you're looking for professional headshots then Lisa Keating is the person to go to! She is incredibly talented and will make you feel at ease while shooting you. I am so happy with my recent visit to her studio for my first set of professional acting headshots. I look forward to future sessions with her! read more

I had really high hopes for my photo session but ended up feeling like I wasted $500. I had never done a photo shoot before and needed some headshots for my first audition. The online booking process was slightly glitchy, but no big deal. At the time, there were discrepancies in the address and the confirmation email sent confusing information. I called to verify and Lisa called me back to not only answer my question, but also to discuss the shoot. This was a nice gesture and I was very satisfied and left feeling confident things would go well. I had no trouble finding the place and Lisa's assistant/make up artist, Cora (who I loved), came down to greet me and show me where to park. Both were incredibly friendly and helped me decide which outfits would work best for the shoot. Cora did makeup, and allowed me to give some feedback. We did a test shot. I didn't like it so we changed it. This is where is went downhill. There was no second test shot. Instead, Lisa launched into the shoot. She gave some direction, and kept saying "great!" Etc. And then at some point she made a comment that proved she had completely forgotten this was my first time. There was barely any change in my posing throughout, only changes in the background and my outfits. She did not evoke much expression from me but continued to encourage me that it was going well and that we were almost done. I wasn't in a hurry, but it seemed like she was. I realize it's not totally on Lisa to get me to express, but since it was my first time and her feedback continued to be positive, I figured things were going well. I left feeling like it went well. Unfortunately when I received my shots, I didn't find any of them to be usable. The angle is unflattering (and she said she uses this angle only because it's what directors need, despite evidence to the contrary as seen in the headshots portfolios of many big Broadway names in NYC), there is almost no variation of expression in the entire portfolio, the lighting washes me out, and in many of the shots my whole head doesn't even fit in the frame. Thankfully she had agreed to expedite getting my shots to me (which I appreciate), which meant that I had time to find a solution. I emailed her to let her know I wasn't satisfied. I wasn't really expecting anything in return, but just wanted to provide feedback. I would have left it at that but she got defensive in her replies, first trying to blame the printing (I didn't print), and ultimately ending up blaming me for my lack of experience saying "you get what you put in." I ended up using a selfie I took in the bathroom and touching it up myself. I got a callback with that. For free. So maybe if you're experienced with shoots and naturally photogenic, you will have a good experience with her, but I can't recommend her for first timers. Unless you like blowing $500 on nothing. read more

Lisa is great. Easy to schedule and reasonable prices. Used number of times. Good eye and ability to get the most incredible looks out of you for headshots. Would recommend read more

This review is long overdue, but I must share my amazing experience with Lisa! Firstly, I LOVE LOVE LOVE my headshots! It was my first time ever getting headshots, so I was really nervous and a little intimidated, but it was one of the most relaxing and fun experiences I have ever had. Lisa and the makeup artist, Arabella, made me feel so beautiful and comfortable. When I saw myself in the mirror after Arabella finished my makeup, I couldn't believe it was me. When Lisa showed me the photos she took, I DEFINITELY couldn't believe it was me. Lisa is super professional, creative and knows what will work for you in regards to backgrounds and lighting. She talks you through the photoshoot, helping you showcase emotions that are already in there. I appreciated her calling me ahead of time to talk over about what to think when choosing outfits to wear, how the process/day will go and what to expect. She is such a happy and warm person. It was such a fun experience, especially for my first time. So a real special shout-out to Lisa and Arabella. Such a great team and I am grateful to have met both of them. read more

I have shot with Lisa twice. Both bad. The first time I was very young, and she (or the make-up artist) made me look 20 years older than I was. Literally. So, a CD booked me in a "mom" role solely from the pic, sight unseen. They released me as soon as I got to set because I looked way too young. The second glorious time I shot with her, the make-up artist made me look like I was a completely different race. People laugh when I say that, but no joke. Needless to say, I was not able to use one. Single. Shot. So, between the two shoots, about 1600 bucks down the stinker without a usable product. After that, I vowed that I would never shoot with Lisa Keating again. I moved to LA, shot with photographers there; one of whom actually snickered when Lisa Keating's name came up. They have a history of sorts. Not a positive one, according to him. We laughed. 2020: enter COVID stage left. I am temporarily back in the Bay Area after COVID forced massive production shutdowns in LA. My impetuous LA manager decides it's a great time for me to shoot more headshots. Seriously? In this climate, not going back to LA just for that. Do I dare shoot in the Bay again after... ? Do I dare try.... ?? I decided to let bygones be bygones; both shoots with LK were a long time ago, and maybe she's improved. I email her. Explained that I was not able to use any of my previous shots because of the bad make-up. How dare I think that she might apologize, and maybe even appreciate me giving her another shot (bad pun; not intended ). Not to be. She got defensive. But she did say that she doesn't use any of those artists anymore. Ok. Great. Can I see samples of your current artists' work? Clearly a fair request - she forces you to hire her artist; I'd like to know WHO I'm hiring, especially since I trusted her judgment twice before to the tune of 1600, and it was way off both times. And uh... does anybody anywhere hire any artist for anything ever without seeing their work first??? But, they must lol. Because my request to see samples of her make-up artists' work online ahead of time seemed to present some sort of a problem. She started suggesting that maybe I should just shoot in LA instead and then stopped replying. Huh?? I persisted, and asked her if any of her artists have Instagram? Anything? So, she gave me the Instagram for the artist who happened to be with her that day... whose account turned out to be private. So... I can't see it. I explained this, and asked if I could see any of her other artists' work. She stopped replying altogether. Again. It's bizarre. So, that's it. No more trying to support a local business. Back to LA I go. My fiancé shot with her a few months back, and he said he's not going to shoot with her again either. Buh-bye. read more

Lisa takes the best headshots you can hope for. In her relaxed and comfortable studio she'll highlight your unique personality while capturing what you truly look like on your best day. I've shot with Lisa a handful of times and she always surpasses my already high expectations. An investment in Lisa's expertise will pay off in the confidence you'll feel knowing you have outstanding headshots. A+ read more

Lisa did my head shots a few years ago and looking back on them, I recall feeling so comfortable during our shoot. She's extremely talented and kind. However, please keep in mind that her photo shoots REQUIRE you to have her make up artist do your make up prior to the shoot. I wasn't a huge fan of the makeup that was done on my face, and I feel as though I was unhappy with my shots because of that. And although I paid so much money for my headshots, I have not used them since because I wasn't a fan of how the makeup made me look. read more

Lisa Keating is a master at what she does .She is very professional and captures beautiful pictures. This was my first professional head shots in San Francisco and I made the right decision. Everything was easy from booking an appointment with her online to receiving my images .I had no problem whatsoever. She also had a professional make-up artist (Jesse Turner) who was very helpful . Her loving Labrador (Happy) sure played a role in making me feel comfortable during the shoot. Thank you once again Lisa for the beautiful pictures and will surely come back to you for new images.:) read more

Lisa knows what she's doing. She knows how to extract the best out of you. I tried to "get by" with an okay headshot, but the truth is, if you are serious about your career, then you'll go to someone who is serious about their's, and Lisa is that someone. I am very very very very happy with my new headshots, as well as all the other shots I got for my media sites. You owe it to yourself to play in the big leagues, and Lisa is the big leagues! read more

I'm in the modeling business and Lisa Keating provides the best headshoots ever! She's super professional and very efficient. My session with her is only 1.5 hours and within that time she didn't waste a minute. I took several combination of images (hair up and down, several wardrobe changes and probably created 500 images). She really know how to work with natural light and angles to create the best agency quality images. Thanks to Lisa Keating's images, it landed me gigs like Reebok, Saucony, Tiffany&co and several beauty magazine covers. Thank you Lisa for your amazing images! read more

Lisa is the best photographer that I have worked with in my long career as a hair and makeup artist. Her knowledge of light is outstanding. She has an eye to capture the best of a face and preserve the artistic concept that you still look like yourself. I've had so many photos over the years where I look so idealized that I am no longer recognizable in person. She works hard with attention to details and juggles making her subjects feel at ease. A true artist with light, subtle texture and color! Her work is so unique and timeless that the photos last for years. I also loved her makeup artist, Sarah. One of the most difficult artistic tasks is to work on another professional. Sarah did brilliant photo work, as I am a fussy one with my makeup, and that I like a business look with undertones of artistic drama. I'm both an artist and also a clinical psychologist, so I am left impressed by their range of work. I can't recommend Lisa and her team enough. Her work is an experience that leaves you with outstanding shots and a good feeling inside. read more

Your headshot is your calling card. If you're new to the industry and have a great headshot, it's going to open doors. For the session, your job is to show up on time with a variety of wardrobe choices. If Lisa does ALL the work, you're going to get some REALLY good pictures. If you show up on time with the above mentioned wardrobe AND you stay engaged and present, you're going to get PHENOMENAL shots. I've worked with Lisa 5 times now. She is my "go to" for a terrific headshot. read more

Lisa is the best head shot photographer hands down! I am an actor/model and have been working in the bay area for the past 4 years. As soon as I moved here I wanted the best, so I did my research and found Lisa Keating through countless industry referrals and online reviews. I saved up the money and went for it! Lisa is engaging and great to work with. There was a make-up stylist on site so I didn't have to worry about "looking my best". The entire process was just...fun! I brought a bunch of clothes and we went through them together picking out what would be the best to capture based on the character I was portraying and the style of the shoot. Her knowledge of photography is really impressive and she works incredibly well with natural light AND studio lighting for those rainy days! She makes all of her own backgrounds, so they are all unique and creative. Lisa is an artist! I digress... :) Shortly after my new head shots came out, I started direct booking jobs and going out on bigger castings like national commercials, which I booked for Priceline, Lexus, Cal Tourism, etc. I have no interest or desire to use anybody else for my head shots. Lisa is great and I am so thankful for all of our shoots over the years. read more

This was my first official headshot session. Lisa has great grounding and nurturing energy, which makes anyone feel like they're in good hands. On top of that, she produced quality photos that seem to make me look better than in real life! I would recommend her to anyone looking to invest in quality headshots. I can't wait to shoot with her again! read more

I went to Lisa on recommendation from another software engineer friend who is running a side business-- we both went for her corporate/PR package and she listened perfectly and helped us find what we needed to look like in order to present ourselves professionally and come across as competent and confident. She put me at ease immediately and the session flew by, and even though it barely felt like work for me I walked out with some incredible shots that will help me grow my business. Thanks Lisa! PS Also she has the cutest dog. The dog can teach you how to pose if you are nervous. He can do serious face and happy face :) read more

Simply the best! When a friend and I were searching for the best photographers in the Bay Area to get head shots from, Lisa Keating was the first to show on Google. I'm an upcoming actor and as competitive it is in the world of acting, if you get a head shot from Lisa then you are already a step ahead of the game. She is a HUGE reason why I am represented by an agency. She makes you feel comfortable and relaxed which shows in your shots and it's absolutely brilliant. I only brought a few outfits to wear and I didn't know how it was going to work but she goes through it and helps you find what looks best. I really can't see myself getting shots from anyone else after having Lisa. She's worth every penny! This is real art, and I appreciate everything. Simply the best. read more

Some of the greatest headshots you can get in the bay. Worth every penny. Got my shots updated before my move down to Los Angeles and couldn't be happier- she definitely set me up for success in my careers transition. Thank you so much Lisa! read more

I am truly fortunate to have found and met Lisa Keating. I'm just starting out as an actor and as I begin to pursue my dream, I often feel overwhelmed by all the unknowns lurking on my path. One thing I was sure of, though, is that first impressions matter, and that getting "perfect" headshots was my number one priority. After weeks of research, I found Lisa Keating, whom I believe (and so will you) is heaven-sent. Before ever meeting her in person, she graciously spent a great deal of time speaking with my partner about the process and about all of my various concerns, just to ensure I would be both comfortable and prepared. Before I ever set foot in her studio, I was confident that Lisa was the right person to take my, ever-so-critical first headshots. Then came the day I had my photos taken. I met Lisa, her wonderfully talented make-up artist Jesse, and the most fabulous, Happy. Lisa's studio was welcoming; it's energy positive and calm. I have never felt so comfortable in front of a camera let alone in front of such an accomplished professional, whom I just met. I am sincerely grateful for you, Lisa. Your genuine effort to connect and help me take my career to the next level is truly rare and unforgettable. You have not only made me look glorious in my photos but, you really "see" me. Thank you, Lisa! read more

My daughter recently went to Lisa for her first professional headshots, and everything about our experience has been perfect. Lisa is warm and engaging in the studio and kept everything relaxed, upbeat and professional at the same time. The photos are just stunning and both fees and delivery time were very reasonable. Highly recommended! (Shout-outs, too, to her wonderful makeup artist, whose name I blush to have forgotten, and Happy the Studio Dog!) read more

Amazing talent and energy! My shots got me my first agent in Los Angeles and I'm currently auditioning and being called backed for national commercials! Thank you Lisa for your work :) read more

lisa is the BEST! she's warm, friendly, creative, talented and discerning. i'm an actor/model and needed to update my headshots. lisa has your best interest in mind as she creatively changes backgrounds/angle of camera, etc. she loves what she's doing and she makes it so much fun. i had a wonderful time.....which went by so fast! and i now have to make the difficult decision of choosing only one photo for my main headshot. but i want a minimum of 30 of them! well, back to the photos. have my work cut out for me. read more

Lisa has taken my headshots twice now and the experience is like no other. I am at ease from the moment I walk in and despite how nervous I get about what to do with my eyes, mouth and everything else, she always makes me feel so comfortable. The last time she did my shots, they were so good..I was scared this time (6 years later) that there was no way they could be better. And ..yes they were just as great. She shoots with natural light and she is all about bringing the best me to the surface. I had so much fun today. I wish I could do it again tomorrow. Highly recommend! read more

Just an all around great experience. You almost forget why you are there. Lisa and her make up artist Arabella make you feel comfortable and truly interested in you as a person, in addition to capturing the perfect photo. I had heard Lisa was great, but assumed it was all about her photos. She is much much more. I also feel more confident going to my auditions w these new headshots as they truly represent ME now. Thank you!! read more

Would give Lisa 6 stars if that was an option. She was a wealth of information prior to my shoot. My first ever headshots and she helped to put me at ease. Clearly a perfectionist and her knowledge is unbelievable! The photos were absolutely flawless. She was very easy to work with and her dog Happy even helped to make it a warm experience. Jesse with make up was also great and the overall experience was fabulous! You will not be disappointed. read more

I loved every minute of working with Lisa . From the time I called in to enquire about the shoot , scheduling it and then all the way through the shoot - Lisa is a warm , witty , friendly person - who makes you feel comfortable all way through . The end product is REALLY good too. Lisa understands how the industry works and is very helpful with making choices . Bottom line - you get a great experience , awesome headshots , lovely conversations and some snuggles with 'Happy'. read more

I not only think Lisa is the best, most professional, headshot photographer in the Bay Area, I think she's as good or better than any photographer in LA. Previously, I would search through my headshot contact sheets taken by other photographers looking for a handful of pics that were usable but, when looking through the results of a shoot with Lisa, the problem is narrowing down choices because almost all of the shots are workable. Not to mention she makes the session relaxed, fun, and effortless. A total pro! read more

I came to Lisa because I needed new corporate headshots and I can't say enough about how great my experience was with Lisa Keating. She answered every question I had, was very professional, I loved my make up, and my pictures were absolutely the most beautiful pictures I have ever had. If you are looking for that headshot that is going to make you stand out you HAVE to get headshots by Lisa Keating. I did a lot of research before I went to her and no one else even compared to her work. read more

Beautiful head shots guaranteed! I've always felt like I don't photograph well, but Lisa's warm personality, the relaxing environment she creates, and her amazing eye, truly proved me wrong. Not only will you leave with shots you love, you will love the time you spent during your photo session! Lisa's work is easily recognizable. She is unparalleled in taking photos that are beautiful, dynamic, and engaging. Well worth the investment, and I will absolutely book with her again in the future! read more

Of all the things I do to promote my acting career - aside from honing my skills and working my craft - getting my headshots done by Lisa Keating is one of the most important. Her understanding of the various aspects of the business, combined with her artistic sensibility, makes her the best in the San Francisco Bay Area. Plus she is just a very nice person. I always have a good time in her studio. And her rates are very reasonable. read more

Lisa is an artist with her camera. My headshots are the best I have ever seen. I will recommend my actor friends. I do not take good pictures, Lisa made me feel at ease and comfortable. I know that I will get work with these photos. read more