Seattle Headshot Photographer

I can't say enough about Rachel and how great it has been to work with her! She has fantastic photographic skills and a ton of experience but most importantly, she is an absolute pleasure to work with from beginning to end. Her warm and engaging personal style brings out natural smiles and real expressions that capture the essence of her clients. I’ve had several dozen corporate headshots and profile pictures taken over the years and I’ve never enjoyed the process or have been as satisfied with the outcome as I have been working with Rachel.John Sage Chief Executive Officer at Pivotal Ventures. I had such a great experience working with Rachel to take a new professional headshot. I chose to book a signature session and it was so worth it. The extra time to get the photo just right was terrific and she edited while I was right next to her. I was blown away by the quality of her work and how tailored the experience was. Rachel has a great personality and helped me feel comfortable. I researched a few different photographers in Seattle but decided to go with Rachel when I saw her video on her website. She’s just like that in real life too :) Canaan Reeverts, P.E. Vice President at Kimley-Horn. Rachel is an absolutely phenomenal photographer, and I couldn't be happier with my LinkedIn headshots. From the moment we started, she made me feel completely comfortable and at ease in front of the camera. She took the time to listen carefully to my insecurities and the specific feedback I had about how I wanted to look, and she thoughtfully tailored the entire photoshoot to make sure I felt confident. Not only is Rachel incredibly talented, but she's also kind, patient, and genuinely invested in helping her clients look and feel their best. The final images exceeded my expectations—they're polished, professional, and still feel like me. If you're looking for beautiful, high-quality professional photos and a photographer who truly listens and knows how to bring out your confidence, I can't recommend Rachel highly enough. She is simply stellar!Christina T., MBA, CPA Sr. Finance Manager at Microsoft. Working with Rachel was one of the best decisions I've made for my business. I kept putting off getting professional photos done, and I honestly didn't know what to expect going in. Rachel made the entire experience so easy. It took me a little while to warm up to the camera, but she coached me through the session so naturally that I didn't even realize I was getting comfortable until I already was. I never felt rushed or awkward, just good vibes the whole time!! What really sets Rachel apart is her collaborative process. You actually get to sit with her, review the photos together, and walk through the retouching so you leave with images you genuinely love. I've never had that with a photographer before. Her studio in Pioneer Square has so much variety that I walked away with headshots, lifestyle shots, and branding images all from one session!! When I saw my favorite photo, I immediately updated my LinkedIn, my website, everything. It was the first time I actually enjoyed looking at close-up portraits of myself, and it made such a difference to my confidence. If you've been going back and forth about booking - stop overthinking it!Alina Nadoyan Strategist, writer & professional organizer. I had such a wonderful experience getting my new headshots taken with Rachel Alves. From the moment I arrived, she made me feel completely relaxed and comfortable — which is no small feat when you’re posing in front of a camera. Her calm, friendly approach helped me loosen up, and it really shows in the final photos. What impressed me even more was the time Rachel took to edit the images right there in her studio. Being able to review everything together and walk out with two fully polished, professional headshots felt like such a thoughtful, efficient, and collaborative process. I’m so happy with the results and would absolutely recommend Rachel Alves to anyone looking for a photographer who combines talent with a truly welcoming experience.Suzanne Infantino Event Experiences Director at Little Engine, Inc. Rachel is so amazing. I get self-conscious taking photos, but the second I walked in the room, she made me feel so comfortable. I went to get headshots done for my company. She provides a "warm" environment and great conversation. I felt like we were friends from the jump! She has a way of also making sure we feel like our best selves. I had never met her before and we were together for about an hour and I just had the best time. She also does pet photos, too! I saw some samples and she's REALLY good. Go see Rachel!J Johnson. I just had a photo session with Rachel for an updated corporate headshot. Before the session even began, she provided great tips on what to wear for the best outcome. Then, from the minute she greeted me in her studio, it was a relaxed and fun experience. She was warm and welcoming and put me at ease. She guided me through the various options on angles and styles, talked through lighting and real-time touch-ups. The process was personalized, engaging, and collaborative, and I walked away with an image that I'm super happy with.Adam Johnson DPR Construction National Lead. Rachel was incredible! She was responsive, creative, funny and professional. This was my first professional headshot and she made sure it all went perfectly for me. She even sent me tips before hand to prep for the HMU. I loved the process but more than anything I love my photo. It was an unexpected delight to be included in the editing process and to go home with my image. I can’t say enough good things about her and I will definitely be using her again.Nichole B. Rachel was great to work with! I needed a new headshot after six years of the same one. She was very detailed in her approach and worked with me to make sure the shot was as perfect as possible. It was a great experience overall!David DuBose. Rachel is a pro! I came to get headshots for board positions and she made me feel so comfortable. She has an eye for what will work but is also open to your own thoughts. She made the shoot easy and fun. I wholeheartedly recommend Rachel if you’re looking for professional head shots.