Dora Westerlund, CEO & President, Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation
Photography for professionals.
Visuals that match the quality of your work.
Three Ways to Get Started
Chef Maegan, private chef, sous chef and pâtisserie at Trelio Food & Wine.
1. Headshots & Portraits
Professional headshots show people you’re serious about what you do. Portraits reveal the person behind the work. Together, they create a presence that feels both credible and approachable.
From LinkedIn profiles and company websites to proposals, reports, and executive meetings, your image often speaks before you do. When it’s clear and intentional, people will trust you faster.
Through guided direction, I help bring your confidence and professionalism to life in a way that feels natural and authentic.
World boxing champion Canelo Álvarez at the Fresno Area Hispanic Foundation Gala, Table Mountain Casino Resort.
2. Event Photography
Events are more than moments. They’re a reflection of how your team shows up, communicates, and delivers.
I capture the interactions, energy, and details that define your brand in real time, creating imagery you can use across marketing, internal communications, and future campaigns.
Because when people see how your team works, they understand who you are. And that’s what builds trust over time.
Model Stiltz at the Neighborhood Industries Annual Report Event and Fashion Show, Forestiere Underground Gardens.
3. Branding Photography
Before anyone experiences your product or service, they experience your brand. Branding photography makes that first moment clear and unmistakable.
It reflects your quality, your confidence, and how seriously you take your work, across your website, marketing, and every place your business shows up.
In a crowded market, clarity wins. And clarity starts with what people see.
Here’s How It Works
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Whether it's a headshot, an event or a branding shoot, every photo, video and visual has a job to do. Before I pick up a camera, I want to know your business, your audience, and where these images will live. Because the right image in the right place is what moves people to act.
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From there I’ll build a clear scope, timeline and list of deliverables. No guessing, no surprises. Just a shared vision you can see before I ever start shooting.
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This is where the work gets made. I'll execute the plan and deliver visuals that are ready to work for your business. For headshots, you'll have the opportunity to review and approve your favorite images before final delivery. For events, I capture a mix of candid moments, posed group shots and details that tell the full story of your event. For branding projects, every package includes revisions because getting it right matters more than getting it done.
Pricing
Headshots
Starting at $200 - On-location session with multiple angles, professionally edited with color correction and light retouching. You'll walk away with up to three polished, professional images that actually look like you. Want to add a second look? Additional outfits are just $75 and there's no need to book a separate session.
Booking for a team? Groups of 5 or more are $160 per person. All participants must be present within the same session.
Event Photography
Starting at $850 for a 3 hour minimum - From corporate events and galas to fundraisers and beyond, I capture the moments that tell your event's story. Every package includes a minimum of 75 professionally edited images delivered through a private, password protected online gallery that's easy to view, share and download at your convenience.
Branding
Custom pricing based on your project scope. Your brand is unique and your visuals should be. Whether it's on location or in studio, photo or video or both, every branding package is built around your business, your audience and your goals. No templates, no one size fits all. Just a custom visual strategy designed to make your brand impossible to ignore.
Let's talk about what your brand needs.
Let’s Build Something
Chef Matt, Executive Chef, The Painted Table.
A Little About Me
I was born and raised in Fresno, CA and bring over a decade of photography experience to every project. My background spans weddings, headshots, corporate events and studio work. I specialize in capturing moments that feel true to your brand, highlight your professionalism, and help you connect with your audience.
When I'm not behind the camera you can find me outdoors, traveling with my wife, exploring new restaurants, discovering new music around a bonfire, or deep in a home renovation project.
@photos.by.carmelo
FAQ
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I offer headshots, event coverage, and branding photography tailored to your needs.
Each session is designed to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and a stronger visual presence.
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That’s part of the process.
You don’t need to have it all mapped out. I’ll help you determine what makes the most sense based on your goals, your business, and where your visuals are being used.
The focus is on creating the right visuals, not just more visuals.
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Yes. My work is rooted in how your business is seen and understood.
Photography is the primary tool, but every project is approached with a strategic mindset so your visuals support your marketing, communication, and overall brand presence.
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Getting started is simple. Reach out through the contact form and I’ll guide you through the next steps.
If you’re ready to book, I’ll need:
the date
the type of session
how many people are involved
the location
The more details you can share, the better.
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My work is focused on how your business is seen and understood.
I don’t just take photos. I approach every session with intention, making sure the final images align with your brand, your goals, and how you want to be perceived.
The goal is not just strong visuals, but visuals that build trust, communicate clearly, and support your business long after the shoot is over.
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Not at all. Most people feel that way.
My role is to guide you through the process so you feel comfortable and confident. I’ll direct you throughout the session and help bring out a natural, professional presence that reflects how you already show up in your work.
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Yes. All sessions are done on location.
This keeps your workflow uninterrupted and allows your environment to naturally become part of the shoot, making everything feel more authentic and aligned with your business.
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AI-generated portraits can be quick and inexpensive, but they often create an idealized version of how someone looks rather than how they actually show up. In modern terms, it can feel like catfishing.
That disconnect can create hesitation. When your visual presence doesn’t match your real presence, trust is affected from the start.
Professional headshots are guided and intentional, capturing how you actually show up so you look clear and confident across LinkedIn, websites, and marketing.
When your image aligns with who you are in person, trust builds immediately and becomes part of your reputation.