Dating apps like Tinder, Bumble or Hinge focus on the visual aspect. That means if you have low-quality photos, you're going to get low-quality matches - even if you're in a beautiful city like LA.
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Get stunning portraits for your online dating profiles in Los Angeles. It's the easiest way to stand out and get more matches on dating apps like Tinder, Hinge, Bumble and Match.com.
Get stunning portraits for your online dating profiles in Los Angeles. It's the easiest way to stand out and get more matches on dating apps like Tinder, Hinge, Bumble and Match.com.
"After using the new photos I'm getting roughly 10x more matches every day."
- Matt, Long Beach, CA
Dating apps like Tinder, Bumble or Hinge focus on the visual aspect. That means if you have low-quality photos, you're going to get low-quality matches - even if you're in a beautiful city like LA.
We specialize in capturing photos that are candid, authentic and eye-catching. They're designed to highlight your confidence and grab people's attention in dating apps. Your photos will be optimized for more matches.
We've photographed over +1,000 clients since 2018. We collect data on what photos work best (ie. poses, locations, outfits and editing styles). This helps us figure out exactly what kind of dating photos work best in LA.
We've worked with well +1,000 clients since 2018. In this time, we've learned a LOT about what works (and what doesn't). We continuously try to improve our understanding of effective dating photography, including:
Dating apps don't have built-in analytics, so we've built a custom testing framework that shows our clients how to measure the performance of their photos.
After 6 weeks we follow up to learn what worked (and what didn't). This helps us better understand current trends, seasonality, location factors and more. It also helps us fine-tune our approach, allowing future clients to benefit from the learnings.
After all our research we've developed a recipe that produces high-performance dating profiles. It's not rocket science, but here's the secret sauce:
Basically, people just want to see that you're a good, trustworthy person. They want to see that you have a life (hobbies, career, etc.) and they want to know they're going to be safe with you.
We'll find all of your best angles and photograph you looking your very best. Your photos will showcase all of your best assets, while highlighting your charm, personality and confidence.
Our style is often referred to as "candid lifestyle". It's natural, unposed, unstaged, authentic and in the moment.
It's not supposed to look like you hired someone to take photos of you all day. Instead it will look like you were out enjoying your day, and one of your friends just happened to snap a photo with their fancy camera.
We're going to be your best friend on shoot day.
We'll get you to laugh, open up and not take yourself so seriously. These natural laughs will help the photos look authentic and genuine.
We also let you change outfits during the shoot, giving you multiple different looks from one session. Each time you change your outfit, we'll bring you to a new backdrop nearby that suits what you're wearing.
When the shoot is done you'll have a private gallery of authentic, high-converting photos to use on your dating apps.
Here's a few key reasons you should work with us to optimize your dating profiles.
We've helped over 1000 clients optimize their profiles, collecting data & insights along the way.
We'll show you exactly how to structure your profile for the best results. We're always optimizing.
Our copywriter will write a witty, original bio to make your dating profile even better.
Get access to our member portal where we share detailed guides & tips to increase conversions.
We'll provide coaching on posing & facial expressions to ensure your photos look amazing.
Want more matches fast? Most of our shoots are wrapped up and delivered in less than a week.
We ask for feedback every step of the way to make sure you're having an incredible experience.
Bookings are 100% confidential. We won't share your photos unless you give us explicit permission.
Dating shouldn't be this difficult. When you sign up we'll take care of everything, including a detailed onboarding, preparation guides, shoot reminders and more.
Find a time/date in our calendar that works for your schedule. Can book 6 weeks in advance.
We're great with beginners, so we'll coach you on areas like posing & facial expressions.
We guide you how to structure your photos & custom bio for the best results possible.
We teach you how to measure & optimize your profiles so you can find your upper limit.
"Over 30 matches and 14 likes the first day."
- Matt, Santa Monica, CA
We want you to get photos that match your unique personality and show you at your best. That's why we have two starting locations in Los Angeles to choose from, depending on the kind of vibe/style you're going for.
Haila shoots in Culver City.
You'll meet outside of The Culver Hotel and make our way around the area. We love shooting in Culver City and Haila always kicks off her shoots near The Culver Hotel. The area is very fun, lively, and artistic. It's also full of great coffee shops, Nice architecture with a mixture of modern and historical buildings. Great backdrops and lighting for any time of the day. The Culver Hotel, 9400 Culver Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232, United States
Cayla shoots in Manhattan Beach
You'll meet outside of Pete’s Coffee in Manhattan Beach. This area is perfect for capturing authentic, unstaged photos with TONS of backdrops to choose from. We'll meet at the cafe, get to know you a bit and then work our way around the neighborhood! Pete’s Coffee, 328 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266, USA
Xenia shoots in Santa Monica.
You'll meet outside of Hotel Casa del Mar and make our way around the area. There's so many fantastic backdrops nearby, from high-end buildings to quaint coffee shops. This way we can give you as much variety as we possibly can during your photoshoot. 1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405, United States
We have three photographers to choose from.
Hi, I'm Haila! 👋
I'm an online dating photographer based in Los Angeles, specifically on the west side. I'm passionate about photography, meeting new individuals and getting their most authentic self to shine through their photos. If it's your first time having a photoshoot, don't worry, we will have fun taking stunning photos that you will treasure!
I have been a photographer for more than 10 years. Photography first came to me back in 2008 as a passion, a place of joy where I found the best version of myself. I focused my work on taking portraits in 2017 when I found my biggest strength in connecting with people.
Hi, I'm Cayla! 👋
Hi there! I'm Cayla, an online dating photographer based out of Los Angeles. I love working with people who have never had a photoshoot done before. I enjoy watching their reactions change from "I hate photos of myself!" to "Wow - I can't believe I could look that good!".
I've had a camera in my hands ever since I can remember. I studied broadcasting in college and have been a videographer/photographer professionally for about 5 years now. Photography is such a passion for me, it never feels like a job at all!
Let's work together! 🙏
Hi, I'm Xenia 👋
I capture stories with an intuitive approach diving into human essence and the ability to be connected to a broad spectrum of people.
I've been shooting professionally for 5+ years. It started as a hobby, but I quickly realized how much I enjoyed the act of making people look and feel their very best (and then capturing that on-camera).
Many photographers shoot landscapes, or weddings... but for me, it's always been people. I love building a 1-on-1 connection with my clients and pulling them out of their shell. I believe everyone has a photogenic element to them, we just need to find your right angles. 😉
"... 51 likes on Tinder and 37 on Bumble. At no point in history of using any dating apps have I ever seen numbers above 10 likes over a month or more."
Alex
Choose the package that works best for your goals.
Images will be edited to "pop". This includes color, sharpness, blemishes and aspect ratio.
We will guide you through the whole thing, including posing & facial expression coaching.
You can bring 1 outfit to the shoot.
A step-by-step guide with examples to teach you how to implement & test your photos for the best results possible.
Images will be edited to "pop". This includes color, sharpness, blemishes and aspect ratio.
We will guide you through the whole thing, including posing & facial expression coaching.
You can bring 3 outfits total. Make sure to wear your first outfit to the shoot, then we'll do 2 outfit changes to switch up your look. This gives your profile some variety and makes it look like the photos were taken on different days.
A step-by-step guide with examples to teach you how to implement & test your photos for the best results possible.
📝 Our copywriter will learn about you & write an original, custom bio for your online dating profiles.
Images will be edited to "pop". This includes color, sharpness, blemishes and aspect ratio.
We will guide you through the whole thing, including posing & facial expression coaching.
You can bring 4 or 5 outfits. Make sure to wear your first outfit to the shoot, then we'll do the outfit changes throughout the session to switch up your look. This gives your profile some variety and makes it look like the photos were taken on different days.
A step-by-step guide with examples to teach you how to implement & test your photos for the best results possible.
📝 Our copywriter will learn about you & write an original, custom bio for your online dating profiles.
Download ALL original, unedited photos from the shoot (200-500 photos). Downloads available in either RAW or JPEG formats.
Get a FREE 15-minute consultation with Kimberly Hill; recently awarded Top 10 Dating Coach in North America and host of The Self-Confidence Project.
Most clients see a 20-300% increase in the first week.
Photos that show your charm, charisma & confidence
Add a few more date nights to your weekly routine.
We won't share your photos unless you say we can.
Because every online dating app prioritizes photos. You could look like Brad Pitt in real life, but if your photos suck and people can't see that - then you're not going to be matching with many people.
Most people don't have great photos. So we scrap together whatever old photos we can find, add in a few bathroom selfies and hope for the best. We know these awkward photos don't do us justice, but it's all we have.
An online dating photographer will help showcase all your best features. They'll highlight your charisma, charm and confidence. The'll find all your best angles, help you look natural and deliver stunning photos that will stop people in their tracks.
Do you feel like you're getting the matches you deserve? Do you find yourself endlessly swiping and only getting a few matches?
We work with men and women of all ages, orientations and backgrounds. And while we think everyone could benefit from having great photos of themselves, there's a few areas where photos can really make a difference:
Our core offering is dating photography, but we have a few more related services that might help.
Bio Copywriting - Our copywriter Vanessa is a pro at writing witty, high-converting bios for dating profiles. This is included in our Pro and All-Star packages, or can be purchased separately here.
Better Matches Academy (Coming soon) - We're building an online learning resource that shows you how to optimize your dating profile for the best results possible.
Fill out a short survey and our copywriter will create a 100% custom, original bio for your dating profiles. Choose the tone, tell us what kind of person you're trying to attract and we'll take care of the rest.
Nope! 20% of our clients are women who want to improve the overall quality of their matches. We believe everyone deserves to find connection and love.
Don't sweat it! We're great with beginners.
For 90% of our clients this is their first photoshoot. e've taken extra steps to ensure you are well prepared and comfortable for your shoot, including:
We're experts at working with beginners. In fact, most clients end up telling us how much fun they had on their shoot. We also routinely get clients who re-book with us simply because they enjoyed the first experience so much.
Bottom line? You're in good hands.
This is one of the most common questions we get asked. Trust us, everyone has a good side. You just haven't worked with a photographer who is dedicated to finding yours.
Our superpower is being able to break people out of their shells and make them smile, laugh and look confident on camera.
You don't need to be a professional model. We'll coach you through poses and facial expressions to help you natural and confident. We can make normal, everyday people look fantastic in photos.
We ask clients to bring a few changes of clothes in a duffel bag so we can switch up their look throughout the shoot.
We will photograph you in the outfit that you'll arrive in, then you'll do two outfit changes during your session. We recommend bringing a few different looks:
Outfit changes are quick and easy. We just hop into a local coffee shop (such as the one we're meeting you at) and use the restroom. Or if you prefer, you can do the outfit changes. inyour car.
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