My workplace needed a professional but approachable headshot, and Kyle delivered! Working with him was fast, easy and very comfortable, which was much appreciated, since it was my first time having my portrait taken. He was also quick to reply to email and answer any questions I had. If you need an affordable but top-notch headshot in Chicago, I highly recommend him! read more

Look no further for your headshot photographer! I have never had something be so easy to schedule and had the results so spot on and so quick. While researching headshot photographers I reached out to Kyle with some specific questions. He responded quickly and I could tell from the tone of his emails that he was a great guy and was going to be easy to work with so it was an easy decision to go with him. It was very easy to schedule an appointment via his website and when the big day came, his studio was very easy to find with ample parking. Kyle's studio is very well designed and he instantly made me feel comfortable. Kyle was able to give me easy to understand instructions during the shoot to make my headshots turn out perfectly. He shared shots with me instantly to make sure what he was capturing was what I was looking for. He has an easy space to change into another look and before I knew it we were wrapped up. He clearly let me know what to expect next and he was true to his work. My initial untouched proofs were sent exactly when he said they would be, I selected my two photos and then right on time, he had the final product returned touched up and ready to go. I can't believe how amazingly simple Kyle made everything and delivered such great looking photos. There's no one else I'd use in Chicago -- thanks, Kyle! read more

If you're in the Chicago area, no need to look any further. Kyle Bondeson Photography is awesome. Deserves more than five stars. I have had headshots from other photographers photographers and never was really happy. Recently I've had significant weight loss and needed new head shots. I searched and found Kyle Bondeson Photography. His website was informative and it made me feel at ease. Clear communication to set up the session. The photoshoot was incredibly easy and his direction was spot on. Checked with me throughout the shoot to see if I was happy or looking for something different. The proof turnaround was quick. He offers packages to choose from. I won't be going any where else. The price was very reasonable. Thanks Kyle! read more

Listen when I tell you that Kyle Bondeson is extremely talented!! He will make sure you are looking A1 and creates a comfortable environment that helps bring out your best self! Kyle was professional and collaborative. He shared preliminary photos along the way and made sure I was pleased. I was free to try as much as I wanted and Kyle's studio has a variety of equipment and backdrops to ensure that your outfit choices showcase the best version of yourself!!! I strongly recommend booking with Kyle today! You will thank yourself for it! This man is clearly immensely talented and will make sure you leave satisfied with your photos! I thoroughly enjoyed my actor headshot session and his turnaround time for photos was scary fast!!! I will be working with Kyle again to try even more looks whether it's for acting or music promo! They say a picture is worth a thousand words so I'll end this review by letting my attached photos do the talking! BOOK TODAY and BE HAPPY! read more

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Kyle is genuinely great. He shot some acting headshots for me and my agency as well as well as myself loved them!! His set up is organized, clean, and professional with as many different colorful backdrops as any sane person would need. He was quick and fluid with the shooting process and really made sure that you also enjoyed the photos you were taking. He offers direction if needed and shows you the shots every couple poses you do which I really appreciated in case there was some thing I wanted to change. I got my work sent back to me incredibly quick and we shot during the holiday season, which is beyond appreciated. You're in good hands with him!! read more

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Kyle's skill and professionalism definitely set him apart! I'm incredibly happy with my actor headshots and am excited to use them as tools for growing my business! The turnaround time for finished edits is very reasonable, and I had so many great options to choose from! I recommend Kyle Bondeson Photography to anyone who needs some updated photos! read more

Kyle was super professional, took a whole bunch of pictures, knew how to make me feel comfortable and look better for professional photographs. I met with Kyle at this studio on a Friday evening to get head-shots for my employer. Kyle was very relaxed and made me feel at ease as well. After a few minutes of chit chat and showing me about the place, we got into the picture portion. Kyle was good at moving me around and positioning me to get the most flattering photos. Additionally, he was very prepared, both professionally and personally. There was a private room where I could change outfits, a bathroom and even bottled water. He had a collection of "photographer" tricks as well which helped get me more flattering photographs as well as tricks to ensure light was not hitting the wrong parts of my face. I highly recommend! read more

This was my first experience getting headshots, so I was a bit nervous. Arranging the session was easy and Kyle promptly reached out to confirm my appointment and provide me with all the necessary information. Both his studio and manner were welcoming, relaxed, and professional. I actually had fun doing the shoot and am very happy with the final photos and the great price. I highly recommend! read more

Kyle is a great guy as well as an outstanding photographer. The process was quick and easy - I highly recommend! I have provided Kyle's info to 8 of my co-workers already... JasJ read more

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My cousin referred me to Kyle and I contacted him to do headshots for me. He is very prompt and responds quickly to texts and phone calls. I loved the location, he was extremely helpful regarding the best angles to try, and he let me see the photos between shots. He also took me around the neighborhood and I really enjoyed shooting outside as well. My photos are beautiful as well as the retouching! I also loved his background choices and with the outfits that I chose, they really complimented my skin tone! I would definitely recommend Kyle and I will use his services again! read more

So glad I booked a headshot refresh with Kyle at his home studio. He is very professional and conversational and the setup was great with a private changing area and fun buzzer to indicate when you're ready. He was ready to go when I arrived and allowed me to do a few outfit tweaks along the way, and gave helpful feedback on my positioning and facial expressions to guide me through my awkward photo nerves. If you need headshots, highly recommend Kyle's services. read more

If you need amazing headshots for any professional setting - Kyle is your guy. He is a true photographer who knows what to tweak in order to get the best shots. Most importantly of all, Kyle is laid back and makes his clients feel comfortable/relaxed which is imperative for a quality shoot. My photographer cancelled on me when I called up Kyle and he was able to fit me in that night! A true professional and the shots turned out extremely well. He works with you every step of the way to ensure you are happy with the pictures and end result. Lastly, pricing is very reasonable as well - much better than other photographers in the area. If I ever need any additional headsets - I will be returning to Kyle Bondeson Photography. read more

Kyle took my headshots that I plan to use on Linkedin, Zoom, etc. He is extremely good at what he does, and is a real pleasure to work with. The headshots were great value. Kyle was extremely flexible and patient with me as we got the perfect shot. I'm sure I will be returning for more headshots in the future. I highly recommend Kyle. read more

Kyle was sooo nice and very professional! It was my first headshot experience and he made it such a positive and fun environment. He is a great conversationalist and you can tell he deeply cares about your own opinion of the photographs taken, not to mention the price is the best in town for the level of quality you get! I will be sure to keep using him as a photographer and I highly recommend him! read more

Kyle was great - he made things incredibly easy, was very professional and organized, and helps you feel super comfortable (especially if you're like me and feel a bit awkward getting your photo taken). He was very accommodating, provided a lot of different options and gave helpful guidance throughout to ensure I'd be happy with the results. I'd definitely work with Kyle again. read more

Working with Kyle was a pleasure. I needed headshots in a hurry and he was able to accommodate me with an appointment right away. His home studio set up was lovely, and he did a fantastic job explaining what he was doing throughout, making sure I was comfortable. He shared images throughout and wanted to be sure I was satisfied. The lighting and background were fantastic and I was happy with his work. The final shots were lovely. I highly recommend Kyle - his work is top notch. read more

Even if you have a headshot of yourself and you think it looks pretty good, Kyle can make it look 100 times better. He is professional, makes you feel at ease, and provides clear directions for how to hold your head, shoulders, feet, etc to get the perfect headshot. I also booked him for a family photo shoot, and he made my family look fabulous. Despite my quarantine 15 weight gain, it is still the best I have ever looked in a photo. Finally, if you have shopped around for prices on headshots or family photos you know they can be a small fortune and photographers can upcharge you a bunch for prints and digital access, etc. But Kyle's fees are very reasonable and he doesn't play games with pricing the images. read more

Amazing photographer! I am very impressed with Kyle's work. He has an eye for beauty and will make you look great in your pictures. His studio is very cozy, his equipment is sophisticated and he is very easy to work with. His pictures are stunning! You won't be disappointed with your session. read more

He did a great job with my headshots this past weekend. He was very easy and friendly to work with. And trust me I hate having my picture taken. More importantly the whole process was fast, and he got back to me with the retouched images in less time then what I was expecting. read more

Came in to get my first headshots and the whole process was fun and relaxed ! Will come back

Highly recommend. I found Kyle Bondeson Photography through an online search and, after reading reviews and comparing pricing, booked my session to have new professional headshots taken. After reviewing the proofs, I can say that it was difficult to narrow down my choices because there were so many great options. He did a fantastic job. I was very comfortable in his home studio. He was very professional and worked with me to get just the right look. I appreciated seeing some of the images along the way to be sure that we were getting some good options. I highly recommend Kyle. read more

I went to Kyle to update my headshots. I'm soooo happy with them! I felt very comfortable and relaxed shooting with Kyle. He made a point to get the shots I wanted and made some great suggestions of his own. Being a person of color it's not always easy to find a photographer who knows how to light the right way for my skin tone. Kyle had no problem. I will definitely be using him again! read more

I went to Kyle to have pictures taken for work. I am not one who generally feels comfortable in front of a camera. Kyle was very personable and made me feel comfortable from the beginning. He took a lot of photos at multiple angles and with different backgrounds in order to get the best shots. He paused several times along the way to show me the photos and get my opinion which allowed me to be a part of the process. We received the proofs a couple days later and they look great. My wife also had pictures taken and had a similar experience. read more

Kyle was fantastic. I had a great session with him and all the headshots came out great. I needed corporate headshots and he made it extremely easy. I highly recommend Kyle for anyone who needs headshots. read more

My photo session with Kyle was booked by my employer. Admittedly, I had a few concerns at first given the on-going concerns about the pandemic. My concerns were immediately set aside when I arrived for my appointment. Kyle is extremely warm and pleasant. His home studio was very welcoming. Kyle wore a mask throughout the entire shoot and was sure to let me know from the start that was his intent. Our conversation was pleasant and I had an overall positive experience and would recommend hiring him without a doubt. Thanks for making my experience so pleasant! read more

I take great pleasure in writing this review of Kyle Bondeson Photography, located at 5444 N. Campbell Avenue, in Chicago, IL, 60625. Phone: 505.604.9896. With so many headshot photographers to choose from, this is not an easy task. Fortunately, however, I found just the right person to help me out. And that individual was Kyle Bondeson. First came our initial conversation on the phone, which was followed by a free, no-obligation, in-person consultation. To be sure, I knew, after those two steps, that I wanted to work with Kyle. This photographer is professional with a capital P. And yet, unlike a number of other individuals in this profession, he does not have an over-size ego. Of course, he is still quite confident in his abilities, all the same. With Kyle, you are truly a partner in creating the best possible headshot, and no question you might ask, is considered inconsequential. I would say that he demonstrated a knack for making me feel quite comfortable in front of his camera, and he took his time. I never felt rushed. But the time he spent taking shots, is only part of the equation. For, after the shoot, he spent a good deal of time going over the variety of shots he had taken, and helped me come to a decision as to the best one. Furthermore, after he had sent me 2 PDF's, one for print, and one for the Web, we still did some fine-tuning--together. Finally, I can't say enough about Kyle; he is a solid Pro, who knows how to treat his clients, in a warm, positive way. And for this individual, who has been away from "the game," for quite awhile, he is helping to make my re-entry just a little bit easier, with a headshot that definitely looks like me. My kudos to Kyle! Michael D. read more

I felt it was time for new headshots and what drew me to Kyle, aside from his great prices, is the undeniably professional quality and style of his photos. These days, especially in cities like Chicago, photographers get far too ambitious and creative. Beyond the quality of the photos, I enjoyed my time with him and felt relaxed and confident in a way that maximized my overall experience and quality of photos. Would recommend Kyle to anyone looking for top-notch, crisp, and timeless headshots. read more

Excellent photographer. Relaxed vibe, professional, great space, accommodating. Makes sure you're happy w/results.

I am glad that I chose Kyle Bondeson's photography. All thanks to my friend's recommendation. I was looking for someone to do my acting headshot. His work exceeded my expectations! Especially for a real good pricing. I love how he'd give me tips on how I should smile and all. He is easy person to work with. Choose him and you will be satisfied! read more

Kyle was excellent. Very professional and knowledgeable about what you need for quality headshots. I definitely recommend!

Kyle is the man!!! I was searching all of the best headshot places in Chicago when I stumbled upon Kyle Bondeson. I was ready and willing to shell out another $300-$400 for a top notch shot. That's a pretty standard price these days, and in the acting business you have to do anything it takes to stand out. I was excited once I saw Kyle's portfolio. I thought it was up there with the best and for about half the price. Plus, I ended up getting 5 shots instead of one. Our shoot was so awesome! He went above and beyond experimenting so that we could get the best product possible. In the end, I was left with too many good shots to choose from. My last couple shoots I was lucky to get a few that were worthy of using. In all fairness, I'm a little better behind the camera these days. But, that's beside the point. I had to deliberate so hard to pick 5 out of the 15-20 that were all good enough to be THE SHOT. I finally sent my top 5 to Kyle and they were sent back, retouched, within a couple days. He was so appreciative of me as a client, and as a person. Low key, me and Kyle are homies now, lol. Main point is: Best, most involved, and most personal touch I've ever experienced from a photographer. I am still blown away by what I got for my money. Do not snooze on Kyle Bondeson! read more

It was a great pleasure working with Kyle. He's relaxed, flexible and creative about getting the most out of every shot. Was very impressed with the quality and turnaround of the headshots. Recommend 100%. read more

I am a recent graduate and had been putting off getting a headshot for a while. I found Kyle online and liked his photography style. Scheduling was easy and he was quick to reply to my questions. Kyle is a genuine person and skilled photographer who wants to customize the shoot to what you want. He found my best angles, adjusted the lighting, and made recommendations throughout the shoot on how to pose naturally. He sent over proofs in a couple days and the retouched final photos that same week. The headshots turned out great and I had a hard time picking my favorites! I recommend Kyle to anyone looking for a headshot! read more