What Clients Say About Jose Lara Photography

“I put off getting new corporate headshots for as long as possible. Like so many, I was dreading being in front of the camera. However, Jose is so friendly and kind, he helped me get through the anxiety. By the end I was even laughing and could recognize myself when some of the shots were good. I ended up with several great shots. Very highly recommend anyone looking for photography in our area — he's so easy to work with, and has that artist's eye that is needed to find the great shots.”

— TNCA, Corporate Headshots, Ventura County

“I had never taken professional headshots before, but walked away very happy with the results. Working with Jose was fantastic. He was very professional.”

— Adam Larson, First-Time Headshot Client

“Photo shoots are definitely out of my comfort zone but he made me feel as comfortable as possible, every step of the way. He had great ideas on how to pose which I greatly appreciated. I have already recommended a few people I know to Jose and will continue to do so!”

— Brenna Webb

“Jose did an amazing job with my headshots! He made me feel comfortable and natural during the shoot, and the photos turned out even better than I expected. He was fantastic to work with! I highly recommend him!”

— Ashley Harrigan

“Jose is incredible to work with! As someone without much experience in front of a camera, Jose made me feel very comfortable from start to finish. He is highly professional and immensely talented. I am always thrilled with how my photos turn out! Thank you for an amazing experience. Can't wait for next time!”

— Talia Attia

“First time taking headshots working on my modeling portfolio, so I was very nervous but Jose helped me work through the jitters — it was fun and exciting. Photos came out PERFECT. I love them. Studio was clean and private. Bathroom and changing room too. 100% recommend.”

— Paola Gomez, First-Time Headshot Client

“I'm not used to being in front of the camera, but he made me feel so comfortable and helped me find all my best angles and poses. I definitely recommend working with him if you want to get some killer photos!!”

— Tyson Leon-Guerrero, Realtor, Beverly Hills / Ventura

“I enjoyed working with Jose! I needed to get professional headshots for my real estate business. Really easy going and he used multiple backgrounds to find the perfect headshots for me. Absolutely recommend him!”

— Misato Rosengren, Realtor, Port Hueneme

“Working with Jose was such a great experience! He set up a professional and comfortable environment that made it easy to relax and be myself in front of the camera. The photos came out amazing — I couldn't be happier with the results. I've already recommended him to others and will continue to do so because his talent and professionalism are unmatched!”

— Nicole Otero-Garcia, Realtor, Oxnard

“Jose was great! He made the process easy, comfortable, and allows you to view the photos during the session to make sure you're happy with them. Fair pricing and the edits came out great. Looking forward to working with Jose in the future!”

— Sara Brinkman, Realtor, Westlake Village

“Jose was truly amazing and provided a spectacular experience! I needed to update my real estate headshots and he impressed me completely with the results. I have already referred him 4 of my closest friends and family in just the last 6 months and will continue to do so because he is THAT incredible!”

— Fonzo Aguilar, Real Estate Professional

“Jose is amazing! He took my headshots for real estate and I absolutely love them.”

— Sofia Rubio, Real Estate Professional

“Jose is amazing! I highly recommend him to anyone and everyone looking for his services, he truly captured the essence of who I am! I love how my photos came out!”

— Fallon O'Brien, Real Estate Professional

“I used Jose for professional headshots for our tech startup. He was so patient and made great suggestions on how to pose and even what to wear to come across with a certain image. The photos came out so good and I was so impressed how the shots projected exactly the look I was after. His pricing is very reasonable and he is very very easy to work with. I'm sending my whole team to do photos with him once we launch. Jose is fantastic. You will have no regrets if you use him.”

— Christopher Go, Tech Startup Founder

“By far the best portrait pictures I have ever taken. Jose's setup is nothing short of a studio. From lighting, to the camera, to helping you pose — the experience was awesome. Allowed me to check out my photos during the shoot. Highly recommended for any professional looking for headshots for business cards etc.”

— Hilario Guerrero

“Let me start by saying Jose is an amazing photographer!! I needed to get business headshots. Scheduling with him was seamless, he helps guide you on how to pose if you are unsure, he shows you the photos so you can see if you want to change something up, and just an overall nice guy! I got my photos back VERY quick and they look amazing!”

— Kylie Festerling, Business Headshots

“The thing I appreciated most about this whole experience was his attention to detail. He was beyond determined to capture his vision in every image and did so perfectly. Genuine guy and makes you the priority.”

— Lucca Camarillo

“Jose is patient and a great director. I also appreciated that he suggested color backgrounds and helped me explore different options. Thank you, Jose!”

— S J, Studio Session

“I recently had my headshots done by Jose, and I couldn't be more pleased with the results. The session was smooth and enjoyable, thanks to his incredible flexibility and professionalism. The final images exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Jose Lara's Photography for anyone in need of top-notch photography.”

— Deicy Ramirez

“Amazing photographer! Super professional, easy to work with, and the photos turned out incredible.”

— Kaja Mlakar

“He is absolutely incredible! I had such an amazing headshot session. The photos turned out stunning, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Highly recommend!”

— Kailyn Crespin

“Jose is the man! I had an hour long photoshoot, and he took over 200 pictures. He captured all different types of lighting, angles, and poses, and was patient and knowledgeable throughout the entire process. 1000% recommend!”

— Ethan Balolong-Reyes, Corporate Headshots, Camarillo

“Awesome photos! I would recommend Jose to anyone looking to get professional headshots. He was easy to work with and turned photos around quickly.”

— JD Patton, Entrepreneur, Camarillo

“Jose was wonderful to work with! He was kind and easy-going, adjusted lighting as needed, and gave clear and easy direction for the best photos. The headshots I received were wonderful, reasonably priced and the editing was spot on.”

— Jordyn Yokoyama

“Since inquiring for a quote and dates of availability, Jose has been an excellent communicator. His demeanor was welcoming and he made me feel confident in my photo shoot. I would recommend him if you are here reading the reviews in need of a photography session.”

— Isabel Solis

“Jose has incredible talent that he's able to showcase in his work. He took my headshot and I couldn't be happier with the results. It was a quick turnaround time and the process was very smooth!”

— Nathalia Aguilera

“Jose was a pleasure to work with! He has a great artistic eye and will definitely recommend him to anyone I can!”

— Sean Robinson

“I loved my headshots!! Jose is extremely professional and excellent at what he does! It was a pleasure to work with him, loved his work.”

— Brianda Pineda

“The photos turned out even better than I imagined! Book with him!!!”

— Ashley Garcia

“Jose was awesome. Super friendly and gave me lots of options to pick from.”

— Ryan Rosenmund

“I've been following Jose for a while now on social media and I've always loved his headshots! It was time for me to get an update so we set it up and let me tell you — he is very professional, easy to work with and extremely patient. If you are interested in getting headshots or lifestyle photos, I highly recommend working with him.”

— Johnnie Mercado

“I had an amazing experience with Jose. He's incredibly professional, kind, and made me feel at ease throughout the entire session!! My headshots turned out beautifully. 100% recommend him for anyone looking for high quality, professional photos.”

— Naomi Ocampo, Actress/Model, Camarillo

“Shooting with Jose is always relaxed, fun, and productive. He has a lot of knowledge and experience and I can always go to him to ask for modeling or photography advice. If you need headshots or portraits, Jose is your guy!!!”

— Ariana Sloan, Actress/Model, Santa Clarita

“Great studio space and even better vibes. For professional shots, contact Jose Lara!”

— Ariana Sloan, Actress/Model, Santa Clarita

“I shot with Jose for my most recent headshot session and they turned out great! I was able to get 6 looks done in our shoot and had tons of options to choose from. The final edits looked great! A lot of headshot photographers will do too much editing but the edits were perfectly natural and only enhanced the existing photo. Highly recommend!”

— Kaitlin Doughty, Actress, Los Angeles

“I had the most amazing experience! He made me feel so comfortable throughout the process. He let me set what ideas and outfits I wanted and then suggested poses that would go along with the look. Overall had the best time!”

— Kacie Hernandez

“I cannot recommend Jose enough! He photographed my 40th Birthday session, as well as all of my business branding photos, and both experiences were absolutely incredible! For my birthday shoot, he made me feel confident, beautiful, and completely celebrated. The photos captured such a special milestone in a way that felt authentically me. For my branding session, he truly understood my vision and brought my business to life. He captured my personality, my professionalism, and the heart behind what I do. The images elevated my entire brand and gave me so much confidence in showing up online and in my marketing. He is talented, creative, organized, and makes you feel completely comfortable in front of the camera.”

— Julie Irey, Branding Session

“This is my first time taking professional headshots and I really appreciate his attention to detail. He made sure to clarify what I wanted and frequently asked for my input. If you want someone to capture you as your best self — he's your guy! It's great to have professional photos that you're proud of and excited to share with others.”

— Danet Salazar, Branding Session

“Jose has been wonderful to work with! I have enjoyed how prompt, thoughtful, prepared and kind he has been! He makes every shoot feel easy with his clear direction. He allows space for both of us to be creative. Highly recommend Jose for headshots or anything studio related, he is very versatile.”

— Mkay, Studio & Branding Session

“I've worked with Jose multiple times and he never misses. He has great direction and always brings my ideas to life! Thank you Jose, I'll definitely keep coming back!”

— Yeniva Landeros, Repeat Client

“The ABSOLUTE BEST!! Jose is so good at what he does truly!! Very professional and super kind, he makes sure you get the perfect shot and gives you many options to choose from! Unmatched photographer, his work and skill set is the best in the game!!”

— Virina Saad, Repeat Client

“Jose always does an exceptional job taking my photos! He makes me feel extremely comfortable and is very encouraging. He is helpful with tips and angles and always makes me laugh during shoots too. Highly recommend for an easy, comfortable and seamless experience!”

— Jasmine McGinty, Repeat Client

“Let me start by saying Jose is an amazing photographer!! I loved how my headshots came out. Very professional — will definitely be going back for more.”

— Jacqueline Gonzalez