I set up a meeting with Sonia and was a bit nervous as I have never had professional headshots done. She picked a great location which was very convenient for me and immediately made me feel at ease. Had some really great suggestions during the shoot and I could not be any happier with the results. She is absolutely amazing to work with and I HIGHLY recommend her if you need headshots. Also, her turn around time was extremely fast which was great! read more

The best ever. Thank you for my headshots for my new website and marketing. Not only were the results better than I had anticipated, but it was a pleasurable and effortless experience. And another thank you for getting the pictures to me quickly. You are very talented thank you. read more

I can't give Sonia more than 5 starts, but if I could, I would! She is so warm and kind that she made me feel so comfortable being myself in front of the camera. She definitely has the eye to catch such amazing shots. I highly recommend her if you are looking for a professional headshot. read more

Sonia is INCREDIBLE and I highly recommend her to anyone needing a headshot. From the very beginning, Sonia was very responsive and professional -- providing very detailed driving instructions and recommendations for hair/makeup/clothing to make me look the best for these photos. She made me feel comfortable throughout the entire shoot (even though I normally feel so awkward taking photos). She provided wonderful suggestions for poses to make me look and feel my best. I absolutely loved how the photos turned out. Sonia is so talented and professional...true 5 star experience read more

I needed some business headshots as well as a few pictures that would be appropriate for a magazine editorial within a week. I first reached out to two photographers who were recommended by friends. One had just gone on maternity leave and the other photographer didn't have a website or any portfolio put together, which sounded strange. When I asked to see her photos, they were a bit cheesy and not what I was looking for at all. So, I turned to yelp.... I reached out to about several photographers through yelp and Sonia responded within a few hours and had availability that week to shoot some photos for me. She was very easy to schedule with and open to shooting in various locations (I worked with adolescents so I also wanted some pics for my website in front of a painted wall or something more hip). Sonia was very open to my ideas for a location and different poses, but also gave me advice about what would look good for some professional shots that would be used to LinkedIn or business cards (like no jewelry or colorful wall behind me). I really appreciated her openness, as well as the advice and direction. We went to several locations, including my office and probably spent about 5 hours shooting/driving to locations. Sonia got the shots to me right away and offered a good number to choose from for edits. She had the edits done the next day and made several adjustments. I have no complaints. Sonia was very nice, spent a lot of time with me, was professional and prompt, easy to communicate with, and very affordable. I would definitely use her services again! read more

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I cannot say enough good things about Sonia! She is beyond accommodating and is so fun to work with! I was in a pickle this week and needed to get a headshot ASAP! I found Sonia on Yelp and messaged her on Sunday evening to see if she was available. She responded back within an hour and explained her process and was able to work with me to get me scheduled within the next few days. I emailed her on Monday confirming that I could make a Tuesday morning appointment and she made it happen! She was very fun and entertaining and made me feel extremely comfortable and COVID safe while taking pictures. She only shoots outdoors and her eye for what makes a good background is amazing! She shot my pictures with an RV in the background and it turned out amazing!!!! She sent me my proofs on Tuesday evening and sent me final edited shot this evening! Super fast turn around and super professional person to work with! I'll definitely be recommending her to all of my friends! read more

Sonia was such a pleasure to work with! What caught my eye was the price and the fact that she does not hold your photos hostage. Setting up an appointment with her was simple and she is very clear on what she needs from you. When I arrived, she was gave a very warm welcome and was gleaming with positive vibes. She really tries to make you laugh to get your natural happy side out! Sonia was super professional, yet very open and personable. After we finished taking photos, she was quick to upload ALL the photos she took in a gallery for me to download. I was allowed to pick one photo for her to edit which she did within 24 hours. Every photo turned out amazing!! Everything was so quick, high-quality, and professional. Just make an appointment with her! You will not be disappointed. 10/10 recommended, don't even bother with anyone else, especially if they charge you per photo! I will definitely come back in the future! read more

I only have great things to say about Sonia. I found her via yelp due to all her wonderful reviews. She was super quick and responsive and very accommodating. I really liked that on her website, in her emails and in person she made sure to state that she is vaccinated, masked and follows social distancing guidelines. She was very safe the entire time; she needed to approach me occasionally to fix my hair or show me the camera, but she always masked up before she approached me. She was lovely to work with, made me feel comfortable and the photos turned out wonderfully! I was kind of nervous at first and I think that comes across in the initial photos, but she gave me all sorts of tips and tricks that helped. I am so happy with the end product, and really needed updated headshots. She has a beautiful lot with lots of options for unique and different photos and backgrounds. Her prices are also incredibly reasonable; I shopped around, and you definitely get the most bang for your buck with Sonia. I reached out to a couple other photographers, who were great but most of them seemed to specialize in weddings or parties and could do headshots. I like that Sonia specifically specializes in headshots, you definitely can't go wrong with her. read more

Sonia is an amazing photographer. She is caring, kind and very easy going. She is fun to talk with and I have enjoyed every session I have booked with her. She was my son's headshot photographer and we LOVED the experience and my kids loved her too. She is so great with children and my son was nervous but she got him to laugh and smile. She also got my 6 month old to laugh and smile with his brother at the same time. Now, I have some of the most precious, professional photos from her of my baby boys. She most recently helped me with my headshot for my business as a Realtor. She is so amazing, we got lots of good shots! She takes amazing quality photographs. Even from the first time I met her, it was like being with a good friend. I highly recommend her services!!!!! read more

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First off I want to start by saying that I was blown away with the photos on Sonia's website. I loved the shots and the quality of the photos. This caused me to reach out to her and to schedule a photoshoot. As every professional knows, I being a real estate agent, a headshot photo really matters. I was so glad and happy to have given that job to Sonia. She is very professional, patient, and understanding. She is very knowledgable and creative and helps you to feel relaxed and comfortable during your session. The photo turnaround was processed in a timely fashion. I also liked how convenient it was to access my photos with the system she uses. read more

I was needing a headshot session last minute and Sonia was responsive and accommodating. She took the time to give me helpful tips in preparation for the photo session. During the shoot, she was kind and caring. I was nervous about not knowing how to pose, but she guided me, gave me feedback, used humor to help me relax, and just worked her magic. The turn around for the photos was quick and her retouch was perfect (nothing too edited or excessive). I highly recommend Sonia if you're looking for headshots that you will LOVE. read more

Sonia was very nice and very professional. She got some great shots with quick turnaround on the edit. Would highly recommend to real estate agents, actors, business professionals, and anyone else who is in need of a headshot. read more

Sonia is AMAZING! I was able to make an appointment right away. She made me feel comfortable right away. We had an instant connection. I hate taking pictures, it is always nerve-wracking. We chatted the entire time with her inserting pointers along the way. By the time we finished the last shot, I was posing on my own and ENJOYING IT! I received the proofs the next day. I have received so many compliments she is worth every penny. I enthusiastically recommend her to anybody in need of headshots! Yes! read more

Sonia was so kind and welcoming. I received the photos quickly and they were excellent.

I was in need of a great head shot photo for an upcoming presentation and to update my LinkedIn profile. I had a really tight timeframe and needed a same-day turn around. Sonia completely surpassed my expectations in every aspect. You can tell she really loves photography and treats it as a professional craft and as an artist. Sonia made the entire experience fun and enjoyable and delivered way more photo shots for me to choose from then I was expecting. She met my urgent need for a same day turn around. I'm lucky to have found her in time for my presentation submittal. read more

Sonia is extremely talented she took stunning headshots and is very professional! Plz don't hesitate and book. She knows what she's doing unlike other photographers who state they know how to take headshots! Will be taking more headshots through the year! Thank you again Sonia. read more

Great feedback from the photographer to get the exact result of what I wanted. No crazy touch ups and no corny backgrounds. Strongly recommend. read more

I couldn't be happier with my entire experience! Sonia's grounding and calming energy created great energy for the shoot. She's the real deal. High quality photos and top notch editing. Excited to kick off my real estate career with these epic photos! read more

I had a great experience with Headshot LA. Sonia's talant and professionalism is out of this world!! She was also very nice and easy to work with which made the whole process fun. The photos came out far greater than I could have imagined. I definetly reccomend Headshot LA for anyone looking for professional headshots. You would never go wrong with Sonia! read more

Sonia is amazing! I never thought a photoshoot could be so fun and amazing. Sonia is hip, bold, and very detail oriented. Her passion and creativity is seen through her work. Working with her is good for your soul. She makes you feel confident and relaxed with her ongoing positive energy. If you are anything like me and have no idea how to pose in pictures, don't be alarmed- Sonia will help you with everything from A to Z. You will be very comfortable! She sent me my pictures very soon after and responds quickly to emails. Book her for all your photography needs, I promise you will be very happy! read more

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Sonia was great! She was very kind, patient, and professional. I really appreciated that she was so friendly and easy to talk to! Very responsive as well and the photos and edits were received in a timely manner. She is also a dog lover which was a major plus for me. I had to take my senior dog with me because her health has been declining and Sonia was so understanding about it. I had also requested to get photos with my dog for my shoot and they came out great! read more

Finally found the photographer who captured me! Sonia did an excellent job in keeping her eye on detail- whether it was pose, angle, lighting, backdrop, clothing or facial expression/smile, she was spot on. After two sessions with other photogs that produced less than stellar results, I couldn't be happier with Sonia. Her retouch was perfection- I wanted a fresh, natural look and that's exactly what I got. I am not a fan of a heavy-handed makeover that cause people to question if they are talking to the same person in the pic. 5 Stars All The Way! read more

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Sonia was great to work with and my photos turned out better than I thought. Would recommend!

Sonia is great to work with! She is so knowledgeable of photography. She is very helpful and fun to shoot with! I would definitely recommend her for any and all professional/business photography needs. read more

Sonia is the best!!! I called here inquiring about headshots and prices. She has excellent prices, and she was able to see me the next day hassle-free. During that day of the shoot, she was able to take pictures from all different angles with great clarity, edit them and send me the final product before the next day. I'd recommend Sonia 10/10 she is very informative, humorous, and knowledgeable about posture, smiling, and everything else photography. read more

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Working with Sonia on my headshots was a great experience. She responded to my emails in a timely manner and setting up an appointment was really easy. I was able to get one within a few days. The photo session was a pleasant experience. Sonia had a lot of great ideas and took many poses to ensure that I got just the right shot. Proofs were delivered within one day and the final photos were delivered within a day also. I am very happy with Sonia's work. I would definitely recommend her to friends and colleagues for professional/business headshots. read more

I was recently looking for professional photos with reasonable rates. I happened to come across Headshot LA and had an amazing experience. I arranged an appointment with the Photographer and owner Sonia, who was very nice and flexible with my schedule. When I arrived the day of the photoshoot I was welcomed as soon as I arrived and felt right at home. The photoshoot was outside with a nice background, and Sonia takes shots with different angles and lighting and has you see the photos throughout the shoot and lets you put in your own input so that you are satisfied. After all the photos are taken she sends them with a very short turnaround and edits one picture of your liking(which comes out amazing). All the photos came out amazing and I highly recommend booking an appointment with Headshot LA whenever you need professional photos. read more

To tell you the truth, I am the least photogenic person when it comes to other people taking my pictures. My experience with Sonia is great because she worked with me and made me feel comfortable. She shot my pictures in her driveway and the results were amazing. The lighting is perfect and she is a pleasure to shoot with. I use the pictures everywhere: LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram profile photos, applications, dating sites... Definitely worth the investment. read more

Sonia is hands down the best at what she does! I was in the market for headshots to gift my husband for his recent promotion. She responds right away, and was willing to work with our schedule. She has the best prices available; it's honestly a steal. She is very experienced and knowledgeable when it comes to postures, dress etiquette, and smiling techniques. We are very happy with the product and would 100% recommend her to anyone looking for great quality headshots! read more

I have to say, run, don't walk to Sonia for your headshot. She is an expert at her craft, awesome pricing, and make you feel and look wonderful. I have never had professional photos before (except for my wedding) so I was a little nervous. Well Sonia eased that, made the shoot fun and and I am so happy with the end result. I fact I hope to use Sonia again to take photos of my husband and I, since we need updated professional pics (since, did I mention, the last time was our wedding, lol) read more

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I've been going to Sonia for my son's acting headshots for couple years now. I'm very happy with her. She's so professional, creative, and accommodating. Really great with kids! My expectations have been exceeded time and time again. She'll give you over and beyond, I couldn't ask for more. She's amazing! read more

Sonia is amazing!!!!!!!!! I found her on yelp and gave her a call, and right away knew I wanted to take my professional headshot by her!! She was so fun to work with, she took 84 pictures of me with different backgrounds and lighting to make sure I have the best possible picture. I am starting my own business and having a picture I love is very important for me. Sonia had the pictures uploaded and sent over within a few hours and had my edited picture in less than two days. I couldn't have been happier with her service, she really knows what she is doing!! I will recommend all of my friends and family to her. Thank you so much Sonia for your outstanding work!! read more

Working with Sonia was amazing. I contacted her through email and she responded real quick with in 30 minutes and said she was available the next day to shoot, which was perfect for me. I showed up the next morning , she greeted me at the gate and helped me decide what looks I wanted to go with. We proceeded to take the photos and she taught me how to pose for the camera and gave me feedback, so she could get a great shot. After about an hour or so we had over 100 great photos. She also told me about how she could touch up the photos through editing. She sent me a link to all the photos on her website which I downloaded and then I chose several photos I really like and she got back to me the next day with the improved pictures. Incredible customer service!!! 10/10 read more

Sonia did my 7 year olds headshots and she was excellent! My daughter likes to do these fake smiles but Sonia knew how to make her smile genuinely. All the pictures came out beautiful and she gave the most competitive price! I will definitely be using her for all our future needs read more

Sonia is by Far the best photographer in all of Los Angeles. She is friendly and outgoing and knows how to capture the best shots and is very detailed in her craft. I have used Headshot LA for two of my portfolio shots for my Real Estate website , and they were both amazing. I cannot wait to use Headshot LA for my next portfolio shoot. If you are seeking your best looking photo shoot, seek no more, HeadShot LA is the only way to go. Thank you Sonia!! read more

I worked with Sonia on headshots and video and the experience was amazing, her attention to detail, location and lighting was exemplary. She works so quickly and efficiently that there are no cost or time overruns. If you are looking for professional headshots, videos or photos, I highly recommend her! read more

Sonia Alvarado is a consummate professional and stellar human. We had several conversations prior to our photo session which immensely enhanced our time together. I wanted my session to be held in a natural environment and Sonia found the perfect location. She was patient, encouraging, kind and a complete joy to work with. I highly recommend Sonia Alvarado as a top notch head shot photographer. read more

Had a very pleasant experience getting headshots with Sonia at Headshots LA! Prices were very reasonable and she also generously went over our allotted time to get the shot I needed. read more

Sonia was a pleasure to work with! She actually made me look photogenic, which is no easy feat! I am very pleased with her communication, professionalism, and attention to detail. She made the whole process very smooth, and returned my pictures very quickly! I had my photo shoot on a Thursday morning, and by Friday afternoon I had my finished pictures! I highly recommend!!! read more

I rarely write reviews. Time is precious but so is Sonia Alvarado! I am very selective and researched at length on line before finding Sonia. Her website and work spoke for itself. Her Emmy awards were proof positive of her exceptional talent and passion. After meeting and working with her I can easily understand how she's won the accolades of so many and recognition from her peers. Everyone was amazed at the quality of the pictures she did for us. I can't wait to work with her again and will recommend her highly to everyone we know. read more