I found Jolie right here on Yelp! From the initial phone call with Jolie to the photoshoot and the retouching, everything was professional, well-timed with high-quality results. Jolie was able to accommodate me right away and I was so pleasantly surprised I was able to find parking right in front of her studio. I found Jolie to be very smart, personable and extremely passionate about her work. Before getting to the actual session, we chatted for a bit: she got to know me and vice versa. She inquired what I did for a living, the purpose of the headshots and the impression I wanted to make with them. We then combed over the outfits I brought with me, analyzing the colors and the message the looks would send. The actual photo session was very relaxed. Her directions spoke to me and I sensed she wanted the real me to come out. The whole process was very natural. Jolie knows her craft and has a strong intuitive approach to her work. She had a great turnaround time on the retouching services. The photos were beautiful, extremely natural and of very high caliber. The photos say, "This woman is an expert in her field, confident, thoughtful and interested in what you have to say." I was able to walk away with the perfect headshots for my company website, LinkedIn, and Twitter... and a wonderful experience. I highly recommend Jolie's services! read more

Beyond amazing for actor headshots. She made me feel good, confident and I had a ton a fun which only made my headshots look better. Worth every penny and I will continue to use her for whatever else needed. NYC she is what will get you the best photos!!! read more

Jolie is the best photographer I've ever shot with. She's warm and welcoming. I came to the shoot in a rush but ended up staying longer than expected just because she made me feel so comfortable. She knows her angles, knows her lighting and is excellent at touching up photos. If you're looking for a photographer Jolie is your gal! read more

I bought a professional headshot session for my boyfriend, an aspiring comedian. The pictures turned out AMAZING and Jolie was so personable. My boyfriend does not like getting his picture taken and is shy on camera. Jolie was able to put him at ease and pull out his personality for the photos. Her studio/apartment was very inviting yet professional. She had the perfect set up. To top it all off, I thought the pricing was very reasonable. Highly recommend! read more

Unlike the masses in LA, I am not an actor (or is it pronounced "waiter"?). I'm also not particularly comfortable in front of the camera. In fact, there are few pictures of me from the age of 13 to 24 (for good reason - puberty is not sexy). However, even for us regular folk, headshot requests from prospective and current employers are becoming the norm. Jolie Kinga is fantastic. I read the reviews on Yelp today, contacted her right away and she was able to fit me in the same day. She's easy to get along with and the experience was fun, comfortable, and, even for me, enjoyable! No weird poses. No looking off into the distance. Just natural settings. Most importantly, the pictures came out fantastic. It *almost* makes me want to be an actor/waiter/bartender/whatever. read more

This post is a little late but much deserved- Sorry for not posting sooner Jolie. What can I say- We Love Jolie! She has rescued me several times now. I've scheduled at her studio and on location. At her Studio she had lighting and a backdrop set-up. She worked with my boss, and I along with another co-worker directing via FaceTime. That project had a very small time frame and she easily worked with our schedule. Immediately after that session she handed over the high-res images we needed. On Location my Boss told me that day- "Hey! We need a Photographer- now!" Aahhhh!!! I didn't know what to do and hoped and prayed that Jolie could make it and she did! I was so grateful. She came to the location in Downtown LA and did some photo journalism and a few shots we needed to submit to a contest. She stayed with us all day until the project wrapped. Both of my Bosses were there that day and we were all very grateful that she was able to stay and work with us for hours. Now for the images- they are awesome! Exactly what we needed for both projects or should I say images that we have used for many projects. Thanks Jolie! We look forward to working with you again. read more

When a piece of art is truly great it contains an emotional truth that transcends time. Jolie's work does just that. She has a remarkable sense of story, and can work on a tight budget. Her approach to filmmaking makes it obvious for the editor what to do. Jolie has a sense of composition that is stunning, and sometimes overshadows her real strength - working with talent! My background is in social media and music. I was the first ever head of Online Entertainment for FoxKids, and I have toured the USA including performing at Willie Nelson's Farm Aid. I engaged Jolie for social media music project. In the course of developing a product for a client, we co-produced two music videos and a series of stills for the campaign. Her work went far beyond a test and turned the project into a true piece of art that stands by itself. Top studio executives, advertisers and social media experts universally agree that the photography and videography in this series is outstanding. Jolie is equally comfortable in a corporate environment presenting to executives, as she is out on the set working with different personalities. My opinion is: if you can hire her, do hire her! Judge for yourself. Here's a link to two videos: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7X8bs027iaY - Hippie California http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfHWRpw4ibc - Bob Dylan's Sweetheart Like You The look she created: https://www.facebook.com/dandubelman read more

I am takin the time to write this review because Jolie's photography has truly left a great impression on me. Jolie has a very unique combination of flexibility and tons of creative ideas as well as strong vision and the ability to hone in on your personality, best angles, and marketability which is so important as an actor in LA. Jolie also had a copy of my proofs on CD the very next morning. I highly recommend utilizing her service and I can assure you that you'll be happy you did!!! read more

As a massage therapist I haven't needed head shots or modeling photos, so my perspective is a little different, I know how passionate Jolie is about her work, I've seen her pour over hundreds of pictures, that to me looked the same, but she's able to scrutinize the subtle differences nuances of her work and get the most perfect image for that client. From location choices, to considering the clients personality, to just the brass tacks of their professional needs, she's a pro. Anyone can take a picture, but those qualities are what what make an artist. Jolie's images will be the first thing they see when you're looking for work, which is a very good thing, because she's one of the best. Photography is clearly her love, her life, and her passion. read more

I generally cannot sit still for photos and have never created a professional profile, so when I say working with Jolie was a pleasure, that says a lot. I found Jolie through yelp. I needed headshots and she had excellent reviews and was reasonably priced. She far exceeded my expectations. Initially, Jolie takes the time to understand your story and vision, and then uses that information to prompt you during the shoot. Her personality puts you at ease and she has great intuition about light, color, and composition. She is a very skilled photographer and that is reflected in the final product. I absolutely recommend working with Jolie. read more

Cannot, CANNOT say enough about Jolie! I came in to do some professional shots and some fun shots too and she really took the time to make me feel comfortable and make the environment fun. She was really go with the flow and really great at finding my best angle. I didn't come prepared and she made do with what I had so well that it didn't look like anything was missing! I loved that I was able to get shots right away-it helped tremendously with my deadline for my website. 5 stars!!! read more

People you better use this kind lady's fantastic photography services before she realizes how exquisite the quality of her work is and starts charging accordingly. I had her do head shots and interior photography and was pleasantly surprised with how she made both become magically alive with a beauty I hadn't seen before. Must be nice looking at the world through her eyes. Her down to earth charm and professionalism made it very easy to work with her and I felt like I was among friends throughout the whole process. read more

Jolie is an amazing person and a professional photographer. I'm not a person who I like to be photographed and I needed a photo of myself for my website so I was very nervous, Jolie knew to guide me and to get the best shots from the best angle. I have already used Jolie for the second time, but this time it was to shoot my work (Architecture) - again, she did an amazing job!!! I'll recommend Jolie to friend and family read more

Jolie is wonderful. She has a pleasant demeanor and makes you feel at ease. The photos for our new website are wonderful. She definitely captured the essence of the practice. read more

The most important thing in a photographer, in my opinion, is that they make you feel comfortable. If you don't have a good feeling when your photo is being taken, that comes across in the final product. Jolie is wonderful. She did a photo session for a project I was working on, and I barely knew she was there (that means I was very comfortable). The pictures turned out great. read more

I had a wonderful photo shoot with Jolie for my medical residency headshot! She is kind and extremely talented. She made me feel comfortable and helped me pose well for the photos. She was able to highlight my good features in the photos. I couldn't be happier with the results! I highly recommend her for professional headshots. read more

I had a excellence experience shooting with Jolie. She took the time to get to know me before we shot and it made all the difference in the final photos read more

My photo shoot with Jolie was a learning experience. It was my first time getting a professional photograph taken and she made me feel very comfortable and natural as if I have been doing this forever. She made me comfortable and the pictures came out amazing. I would highly recommend Jolie for any headshot/ professional photos and any form of photography. read more

Working with Jolie was a fantastic experience. My boss needed a professional, corporate headshot shot and retouched within two days, so I was panicked. Jolie was incredibly responsive and made herself available to come to my boss's hotel to shoot the photo the next day, and also arranged for makeup services. The shoot went great and she managed to get several excellent photos out of someone who abhors the camera! We got our finished photos ahead of schedule, with plenty of time for retouching. Thank you so much Jolie for your positive attitude and for helping me in the 11th hour! read more

As an actor I know how important (and stressful!) getting headshots can be. By far, working with Jolie has been the best experience I have ever had! She really took the time to consult with me about my personality and career goals which made all the difference. When I finally met her in person the day of the shoot I already felt so comfortable, like I had known her for ages! She made me feel completely relaxed in front of the camera and used her incredible understanding of art and emotions to get some of the most compelling shots I've ever had taken. Her amazing attitude and personality made the entire shoot such a wonderful experience. I HIGHLY recommend Jolie! She is the only photographer I'm going to from now on! read more