I was tasked with finding a headshot photographer for our team of 20. COVID-safe, convenient, within our budget, etc. Tiny Space Studio was the perfect fit! If you're near Ravenswood, Mike and his space are likely only a few blocks from you. We wanted something professional, but fun and also on brand. We opted to purchase some color paper backgrounds that matched a few of our brand colors. Mike helped us acquire those and had them set up for us when the first small group arrived. Mike was very professional, friendly, and fun to help those who were a bit apprehensive about the whole process (re: everyone!) feel a lot more at ease. He was great about answering questions ahead of time and the process to pay the deposit and balance was a breeze - no issues there. We opted to have one shot per person lightly retouched. The first gallery with all the photos to choose from was laid out nicely. It included Mike's favorites, ones he thought the subject liked, and one that had all images. This really helped our indecisive teammates narrow things down. Once we had the first gallery back and one final image selected per person, Mike worked his magic to make us all look good. Final gallery was delivered within the time frame promised and everyone was very pleased with the final results. We are continuing to use him for our new hire headshots as teammates join and I would gladly recommend his services to others. It was a great experience! read more

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First off, I really liked the ease of booking. I was able to book online and find an appointment within the next week. Taking the photos themselves, was actually really fun. Mike was personable and helped me consider different outfits (i brought like 8 options...). It was great because he had a huge monitor where you could view the image right after it was taken to make sure my hair and clothing looked right. I got some really great headshots and ended up purchasing another retouched image because I liked so many of the looks he suggested. read more

Had a great experience at Tiny Space Studio! Mike is fantastic and does a great job making you feel comfortable, especially for people like me who don't particularly enjoy photos lol. Loved the end result and would definitely recommend! read more

I'm a real estate agent and I had been wanting new headshots for quite a while. My agency recommended a photographer. The result of that photo session were pictures I was not happy with and therefore did not even ask for copies of them. I felt that the photographer didn't capture my spirit, my energy, my features or expressions. In fact, that photo session was flat with no real enthusiasm from the photographer and that translated into photos that did not turn out well. I can happily say that Mike, at Tiny Space Studios, was a 180 degrees from that other experience!!! Mike's intro alone calmed my nerves because he showed me where we'd be shooting, outlined what we would ultimately do for each outfit and background change, how he was going to guide & direct me and gave his advice as to which backgrounds would look best with which outfits I brought. This is exactly what I needed because I then entrusted that I was in great hands and that I would be assured to get great pictures. We went through a variety of body stances & postures with Mike guiding my expressions and head, chin & eye placement yet allowing me to be me so that the camera would pic up on my energy and personality. Mike has the eye for the smallest of details that creates the perfect photo! We shot for about 90 minutes, took about 195 photos and I had roughly 90 great pictures to choose from. The photos were so good that it made choosing 2 very difficult. He offers different packages and one includes all of the pictures from the shoot. I was temped to purchase this but, the photoshoot was so good and the results were so amazing - and plentiful - that I'll just go back to him when I need new headshots. I've found the photographer who captured my essence and I'll use him for my headshots until he's sick of me or he retires. read more

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I can't recommend Tiny Space Studio highly enough! Mike was a joy to work with, and I'm so thrilled with how my photos turned out. I refreshed my acting headshots, and I've never felt more confident that the photo I'll hand a casting director really reflects what I want it to AND makes me feel confident and happy with how I look. Mike is very collaborative, efficient, thorough, and encouraging, and he'll review what's been captured along the way to make sure you're happy with what you're getting! Highly recommend. read more

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Mike is a pleasure to work with. The space is comfortable, he puts you at ease and gets the best out of you, and the conversation is interesting to boot. The overall experience is great, with time for clothing changes, honest exchanges about what works and what doesn't, and plenty of options to choose from when it comes time to pick the winning shots. I'm very happy with how my photos came out, and I highly recommend Tiny Space Studio. read more

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I found Tiny Space Studio through a Google search and am very pleased with my experience. Scheduling was easy, Mike was helpful and honest about what clothes would look best and he made the process move quickly. My new headshot looks great! read more

I had some headshots done at work that didn't quite cut it, so I booked a session with Tiny Studios for a redo. Mike is super personable. He made the session fun and created images that I love. Highly recommend Mike and Tiny Studios. read more

Mike did a great job taking new professional photos for me. Very easy experience, great person to work with. Would 100% recommend working with him if you need new photos. read more

I had a great experience working with Mike and Tiny Space studio. Their location is conveniently located in the Ravenswood neighborhood close to Andersonville. Plenty of parking and good access to CTA. Mike was a natural conversationalist and put me at ease from the start all the way through the shoot. He had proofs for me same-day and returned the final headshots in less than week. All in, 10/10 experience and I highly recommend if you're not a natural in front of the camera like me! read more

Highly recommend Tiny Space Studio! I booked a Tiny Headshot Package and it's amazing how many quality photos can come out of a ~30 minute photo shoot. Everything, start to finish, was easy and seamless. I was able to book my session online and the pricing was very wallet-friendly compared to some other quotes I received. Once I arrived, Mike was very personable and I instantly felt at ease, even when I was asking silly questions like "what should I do with my hands???" Mike is a total pro and was able to direct me on how to stand/sit, where to look, etc. All in all, the shoot netted out with several great options! I had a quick turnaround for my headshot and for a small additional fee, Mike and his retoucher were able to turn a great-looking headshot around the next day. I'm so pleased with how things turned out! read more

Make an appointment with Mike at Tiny Space Studio & you will not be disappointed! I needed headshots for work & media & the photos far exceeded my expectations. In fact, a colleague said they were magazine worthy. Mike is great to work with & I felt very comfortable getting my pictures taken. His studio is very nice & sets the tone for your shoot. Again, I highly recommend Tiny Space Studio!!! read more

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Cannot say enough about how great this experience was. Mike truly is a master at his craft. It's no surprise he has experience shooting for big names like Old Navy. I could not be happier with my photos. I thought if I get one good one, I'll be happy. Imagine my surprise when I had so many good photos that I had difficulty choosing which one I wanted retouched! I ended up choosing multiple photos for retouching. But honestly he did such a great job that I even sent photos around without retouching. His retouching was also fantastic and very natural! Highly highly highly recommend! read more

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Mike was amazing! My previous headshot was outdated and, well, not what I was looking to continue on with so I wanted something more current and representative of my "brand". The photoshoot was very comfortable and Mike took time during the sessions to run through what both he and I thought were good shots. This made it much easier when I received all the photos to choose from, as he sorted the favorites first. He took so many great shots that I didn't even need to use my full time block (credit to the photographer, not the subject). If you want a comfortable setting with a professional that has a great eye for your personal image, then Mike is highly recommended. I'll go back again when I need to refresh my image again in the near future. read more

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Had a great experience here for professional headshots! I'm not the most comfortable in front of the camera and Mike did a great job coaching me. The end result was better than I expected! read more

What a great experience! First time using a service like this, and I would highly recommend Mike. Not only is he a consummate professional, but he is a wonderful person. I felt at ease immediately, and great conversation with Mike. The end result was terrific, many compliments on the photos. Highly recommended if you need this service. read more

Mike was fantastic to deal with. I am not one to take great pictures, and the process was easy and the end product I received is fantastic.

I highly receommend Mike and Tiny Space Studio! I've never liked having my photo taken, but this experience was actually fun! Mike put me at ease and the results were beyond my expectations. read more

Mike is great at putting you at ease and taking candid and well positioned pictures. Delighted with the final product!

Mike is super professional and easy to work with. He's technically proficient and personable, book him already!

I needed an updated professional headshot for my LinkedIn profile photo. I found Mike through google search and decided to work with Mike since he is specialized in professional headshots. Mike is very personable and made me feel at ease. I am very happy with the photos. Overall, it was a great experience. I highly recommend Mike and Tiny Space Studio. read more

Had a great experience with Mike! Lots of back drop options to work with... The entire process from start to finish was seamless! Great price as well! read more

Had headshots taken. Booking was easy online and the session was quick. Mike was pleasant and made it so easy and comfortable. I would highly recommend read more

I accepted a new job offer and was asked to provide a headshot for the corporate website. I decided to invest in a professional headshot over simply cropping an existing photo of myself. I contacted Mike and he was quick to respond and was able to schedule time right away for me. Mike provided clear direction for how to come prepared and we knocked it out in less than 30 minutes. And with understanding that I was under a tight deadline to provide the headshot to my new employer, Mike was able to turn around the finished photos within a day. The photos turned out even better than I imagined. I wish that had done this years ago. 10 out of 10 for Mike and Tiny Space Studio! read more

I'm a real estate agent and I had been wanting new headshots for quite a while. My agency recommended a photographer. The result of that photo session were pictures I was not happy with and therefore did not even ask for copies of them. I felt that the photographer didn't capture my spirit, my energy, my features or expressions. In fact, that photo session was flat with no real enthusiasm from the photographer and that translated into photos that did not turn out well. I can happily say that Mike, at Tiny Space Studios, was a 180 degrees from that other experience!!! Mike's intro alone calmed my nerves because he showed me where we'd be shooting, outlined what we would ultimately do for each outfit and background change, how he was going to guide & direct me and gave his advice as to which backgrounds would look best with which outfits I brought. This is exactly what I needed because I then entrusted that I was in great hands and that I would be assured to get great pictures. We went through a variety of body stances & postures with Mike guiding my expressions and head, chin & eye placement yet allowing me to be me so that the camera would pic up on my energy and personality. Mike has the eye for the smallest of details that creates the perfect photo! We shot for about 90 minutes, took about 195 photos and I had roughly 90 great pictures to choose from. The photos were so good that it made choosing 2 very difficult. He offers different packages and one includes all of the pictures from the shoot. I was temped to purchase this but, the photoshoot was so good and the results were so amazing - and plentiful - that I'll just go back to him when I need new headshots. I've found the photographer who captured my essence and I'll use him for my headshots until he's sick of me or he retires. read more

I was a little apprehensive about getting a professional head-shot, but it got instantly cleared up upon meeting Mike. He's a genuinely nice person who effortlessly makes you feel comfortable. Tiny Space Studio was a bit of a drive for me, but the price difference compared to studios in my area (Streeterville) and the exceptional quality outweighed that. The hardest part about the whole experience was selecting a photo out of the dozen that I loved read more

Headshots turned out great! Mike was quick to make the photoshoot relaxed and comfortable which in turn produced natural great shots, plus he knows angles and lighting! Literally only had to snap a couple to get "the one". Highly recommend! read more

Absolutely fantastic experience. I do not like having my picture taken and they made it friendly, fun and enjoyable. Highly recommend!!!!

I was long overdue for a professional headshot and found Tiny Space on Yelp. I'd absolutely recommend it to anyone. Mike was great to work with and made the whole experience very interactive and comfortable. read more

The Tiny Space Studio team is fantastic! Our company located in the Merchandise Mart Chicago used Tiny Space Studio for 150 personal headshots all in one day. Mike and the team were awesome! The experience was so good that we had them join us at our Holiday Party setting up a fun photo opportunity for over 650 people. Great quality, friendly team! read more

I cannot tell you how refreshing it was getting my headshot done with Mike. Like most people, I hate getting my picture taken and never like the results. I usually feel very uncomfortable and that the end result looks forced. Mike made sure I was comfortable, tried a number of poses, and managed to get a smile out of me that I didn't know was possible. The whole process was extremely fast and painless - there were even some laughs. To top it off, I was in kind of a crunch and he turned around the finished, retouched images super fast. The final product totally won over my marketing guy who was insistent we needed a white background (which Mike took), but is now in love with the black background that Mike suggested. I highly recommend Tiny Space Studio and Mike! read more

My boyfriend and I went to Mike for new professional headshots. After researching various photographers in the city we chose Tiny Space, and I am so happy we did! We were extremely pleased with Mike's work from start to finish. To top it off, we absolutely love our new headshots. I would highly recommend Mike and Tiny Space Studio if you are looking for a new professional headshot. I know I will certainly be back when I am due for a new one. read more

I would highly recommend Tiny Space Studio! Mike was very professional and skilled in creating a relaxed atmosphere. He knows how you create a strong professional headshot and I could not be happier with how they turned out! read more

Mike was so friendly and I really like my photos. Getting headshots for my new job at a law firm was a bit stressful for me but he made it a good experience. The studio in Ravenswood is very nice (not super tiny, by the way- appropriately sized!) and Mike had no problem with me bringing a friend to help/provide moral support. He also helped me pick what to wear which was helpful. He was able to give good direction and feedback. My photos were ready in an incredibly short time. And I will say that the price was very fair- I don't think you'll find better. I wish I had upgraded to do the multiple look package. It's not that much more expensive than the headshot price and then I'd have something different but still good quality for Linkedin or other settings. It's something I will definitely do in the future! If you are worried about the pandemic, this studio is in a really cool commercial building that is not heavily trafficked and we didn't run into anyone in halls or elevators. In other words, totally safe! read more

Mike is great. Excellent quality and turnaround time at a very good price point. Would highly recommend if you're in Chicago.

My experience with Mike was definitely 5 star. Although getting photographed by a person you've just met can be a little unnerving, Mike was quick to make me feel comfortable and had me laughing straight away. Mike is professional, very down to earth and extremely talented. Mike took time to direct me, in order to get the best shot. He also allowed me to check out my photos as we went along, so I could share my thoughts. Mike's turn around time was quick and the quality of the photos was top notch. I am very impressed with how the photos turned out! I would highly recommend Mike to my friends and colleagues for their photography needs. Thank you, Mike! read more

Have never had headshots done before. I started researching and saw the great reviews for Tiny Space Studio. I checked out the website and really liked the style of the photos. It was very easy to schedule my session and get to this location. Mike was awesome! Very welcoming and he coached me through the entire process. He worked with me to get the style I was looking for and my photos turned out great. Will definitely be back for any future photo needs! read more

Was a really great experience. Mike knew exactly what he was doing and was able to easily coach me through everything. I'll be going back for my next headshots! read more

Mike was recommended to me by a friend who is a make-up artist. When she sent me over his info and I checked out his portfolio I was blown away. I have to admit, my first thought was "my pictures will never look as good as that! " Well, I was proven wrong. I hate getting pictures taken and Mike made me feel super comfortable. By the time we started taking pictures, I felt like I had known him my whole life. I was very relaxed and I definitely think that showed up in the photographs. From beginning to end Mike was very responsive, organized, and timely with his work. His studio is great and I would definitely recommend him to my colleagues. In fact, I already have. I'll be using him again when I need a refresh! read more

We used Mike for a corporate event that we hosted in Chicago. Himself and another photographer were there early, brought everything they needed to do the headshots and were so great at working with our employees! We received our retouched images within the 20 business days (they were beautiful!!!) and Mike was just overall so lovely to work with. I cannot recommend Tiny Space enough! read more