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I’m AJ, a professional portrait photographer with over 20 years of experience behind the camera, specializing in expressive, cinematic, and emotionally driven imagery. Photography has been a lifelong craft and creative outlet for me, and although I now balance it alongside my full-time career, my standards, vision, and passion for producing exceptional work have never changed.

I’m currently rebuilding and refining my portfolio under a new business name and am seeking motivated models (18+) interested in creating strong, portfolio-quality imagery through collaborative shoots. I work throughout Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino, and Lake counties and am always interested in connecting with individuals who value creativity, professionalism, and artistic expression.

I welcome both experienced models and those newer to the industry who are serious about developing their portfolio and creating meaningful work. My shooting style focuses on authenticity, atmosphere, emotion, and strong visual storytelling rather than overly posed or generic imagery.

What you can expect when working with me:

• A professional, relaxed, and collaborative shooting environment
• Full access to all proof images delivered via secure cloud gallery within one week
• Your selection of up to six professionally retouched high-resolution images per look
• Any additional portfolio or publication edits created by me will also be shared with you

I am open to TFP collaborations when the project is creatively beneficial for both parties and am fully respectful of personal comfort and safety, escorts or chaperones are always welcome.

If you have a concept, mood board, wardrobe idea, or creative vision you’d like to explore, I’m always interested in building something visually powerful and unique together.

Let’s create work that stands out.

Please feel free to message me with questions, concepts, or availability.

Please note: I am not seeking retouchers. All editing and professional retouching is completed personally by me. I have been retouching professionally for as long as I have been shooting and have had work featured in multiple magazine publications.

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