Specialties
What makes Photoumbra Studios unique
At Photoumbra Studios, we create professional images that do more than look good, they’re designed to help you build trust, elevate your brand, and stand out.
Our approach is strategy-first. We start with a discovery call to understand your business, audience, and goals, so your headshots or branding images feel intentional and aligned.
We’re known for a guided, stress-free experience. You don’t need to know how to pose, we coach you through expression, posture, and wardrobe so you look confident, natural, and approachable.
For companies and events, our on-site headshot studio brings a full professional setup directly to your office or conference. With instant proofing, participants can view and select their images right away, increasing participation and ensuring consistent results across your team.
Clients choose us for studio-quality lighting, fast turnaround, natural retouching, and a seamless process from start to finish. With 20+ years of experience and recognition like Best of SLC and Best of State, we help professionals and businesses put their best face forward.
History
Established in 2004.
Photoumbra Studios was founded with a simple goal: to create professional images that feel authentic, natural, and truly represent the people behind the brand. What began as a passion for portrait photography quickly grew into a specialized focus on headshots and business branding.
Over the years, we recognized a gap in the market, many professionals had photos, but few had images that actually worked for their business. That insight led us to develop a more strategic approach, combining photography with brand storytelling and guided client experiences.
As demand grew, Photoumbra expanded to serve corporate teams and large-scale events, bringing a mobile studio on-site to make high-quality headshots more accessible and consistent for companies across Utah.
Today, with over two decades of experience, Photoumbra Studios continues to help individuals, teams, and organizations present themselves with confidence through clean, modern, and impactful imagery.
Meet the Business Owner: Monica B.
Photoumbra Studios is led by Monica Burby, a professional photographer with over 25 years of experience specializing in headshots and branding photography.
Monica focuses on creating natural, approachable images that help individuals and businesses present themselves with confidence. She takes a guided, hands-on approach, coaching clients through posing, expression, and wardrobe so they look their best.
Her work spans individuals, corporate teams, and large events, with a reputation for consistency, efficiency, and a comfortable client experience. Monica believes great headshots aren’t about being photogenic—they’re about being well-directed and authentically represented.
Under her leadership, Photoumbra Studios has become a trusted partner for professionals and companies across Utah.
Under her leadership, Photoumbra Studios has become a trusted partner for professionals and companies across Utah, offering both studio sessions and on-site headshot services for teams and events.