ALISO VIEJO HEADSHOTS
Does Your Headshot Open Doors for You?
Exceptional Headshots For Driven Professionals
Get Expert Coaching & Direction To Elevate Your Career
Your headshot is your first digital impression. If it's not exceptional, you're leaving opportunities on the table.
ALISO VIEJO HEADSHOTS
Does your headshot open doors for you?
Exceptional Headshots For Driven Professionals Get Expert Coaching & Direction To Elevate Your Career
Serving Aliso Viejo Professionals
Aliso Viejo has a stronger professional market than most people outside South OC realize. The business parks along Aliso Viejo Parkway and Pacific Park Drive are home to financial services firms, technology companies, healthcare organizations, and professional services practices that operate at the same level as anything in Irvine or Newport Beach. The difference is that the headshot options in this part of OC have not kept up.
Soka University of America adds consistent demand from faculty, researchers, and staff who need professional images for publications, directory pages, and speaking engagements. It is a small institution with a professional profile that punches above its size.
We work with Aliso Viejo businesses regularly. A financial services firm on Pacific Park Drive updating its advisor team page before a client acquisition push. A technology company off Aliso Viejo Parkway coordinating headshots for a new leadership cohort. A Soka University faculty member who needs a current headshot for a journal submission and a conference in the same month.
For teams of three or more, we bring the mobile studio on-site. We set up at your Aliso Viejo office, photograph the full staff without pulling everyone away from their desks, and deliver within 48 hours. For individuals, the studio in Fountain Valley is about 20 minutes up the 73 and worth the drive.
We handle everything. Clean, professional images ready to go wherever you need them. No back and forth. No waiting around.
Your Headshot is your digital first impression.
If it's not exceptional, you're leaving opportunities on the table
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"Christopher has photographed my team multiple times over the years. He is one of the best headshot photographers in Orange County. Always easy to work with. Results are always exceptional. "
Ashleigh Aitken
Mayor of Anaheim
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Headshot photography
Your team's headshots represent your company before anyone meets.
When images are inconsistent, outdated, or off-brand, they create doubt before the conversation starts.
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EST. 1999
Hello, I'm Christopher
Hi, I’m Christopher Todd! I launched Christopher Todd Studios back in 2000, but my love for photography started long before that.
I specialize in creating headshots that stand out. With expert lighting, composition, and background selection, I craft images that highlight what matters most, your personality.
Located in Orange County, I’ve helped professionals across industries elevate their image with headshots that get results. With my unique techniques, and expert guidance and coaching, I’ll ensure you look confident, approachable, and ready to make your mark.
Let’s create a headshot that helps you get noticed!
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Book & Prepare
Instantly book online with latest Studio availability or email/text for a custom photoshoot date, and start planning.
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Photoshoot
Receive individual attention, posing guidance, and help selecting the best outfit. Review your images immediately.
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Image Delivery
Final headshots will be retouched, exported in several formats, and digitally delivered to you within 48 hours.
headshot prices
Headshot for one in our studio
- Studio photoshoot up to 1 hour.
- "What to Wear" Prep Guide
- Unlimited looks/outfits
- Posing/expression coaching
- Immediate image review and selection
- Expert retouching
- 1 high-resolution image of your choice
- 48-hour guaranteed delivery
$297
Additional images are available for $197 each
Headshot for one on location
- OC Location photoshoot up to 1 hour.
- "What to Wear" Prep Guide
- Unlimited looks/outfits
- Posing/expression coaching
- Private Image Gallery online
- Expert retouching
- 1 high-resolution image of your choice
- 48-hour guaranteed delivery
$597
Additional images are available for $197 each
frequently asked questions
How far is your studio from Aliso Viejo?
Our studio is at 18818 San Felipe St. in Fountain Valley, about 20 minutes from Aliso Viejo via the 73. For individuals the studio is a straightforward drive with easy parking. For teams of three or more we bring the mobile studio on-site to your Aliso Viejo office.
Do you work with Soka University faculty and staff?
Yes. We can work with Soka University faculty, researchers, and staff who need professional headshots for department directories, publications, and speaking engagements. Sessions are available in-studio in Fountain Valley or we can arrange on-campus sessions for larger groups.
Can you come to our Aliso Viejo office for team headshots?
Yes. We bring our full mobile studio directly to your office. This works well for teams of three or more. We set up on-site, photograph the entire staff without interrupting the work day, and deliver edited photos within 48 hours. Most team sessions are completed in two to three hours.
How quickly will I receive my photos?
Most clients receive their professionally edited photos within 24 to 48 hours of their session. If you have a deadline such as a website update, a directory refresh, or a conference, let us know when you book and we will plan around it.
What outdoor locations do you use near Aliso Viejo?
We shoot at several locations accessible from Aliso Viejo including the Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park for a natural outdoor backdrop, and select locations in nearby Laguna Beach and Laguna Niguel for a range of professional settings. We can also shoot on-location at your Aliso Viejo office.
What types of headshots do you offer near Aliso Viejo?
We offer individual professional headshots, team and corporate office headshots, attorney and lawyer headshots, realtor headshots, doctor and ERAS application photos, Soka University faculty and staff portraits, and branding portraits. All are available in-studio in Fountain Valley or on-location in and around Aliso Viejo, CA.
Individual Headshots
Professional headshot photography in and around Aliso Viejo, CA. Love the way you look with updated professional headshots. Most individuals have a LinkedIn profile, make sure your profile photo is professional and stands out.
Team & Office Headshots
Business headshots that reflect your company's brand. If you have more than 3 employees it is more economical if we come to your office with our mobile studio. Get professional headshots for the entire team without interrupting the work day.
Attorney & Lawyer Headshots
We are Aliso Viejos' number one choice for attorney photography. Trusted by the largest firms in OC and the official photographer for the Orange County Bar Association. In addition, we are the main photographer for two attorney magazines, Orange County Attorney Journal and Orange County Lawyer Magazine.
Resident & Doctor Headshots
Resident application photos, aka ERAS pictures, are not only very important for a standout application; they're also a requirement as part of the application process. In the competitive world of medical residency applications, every detail matters. Doctor headshots in Aliso Viejo are just as competitive.
Realtor Headshots
Realtor headshots that look professional will attract the right client. As a realtor your headshot should look natural, friendly, and trustworthy. Feel confident using your business profile photo on marketing material, websites, social media, and business cards with a great headshot.
Actor Headshots
Casting directors make split decisions based on your actor headshots. For this very reason, I believe your acting headshots are extremely important. Like any job interview, the first impression you make is the most important one. I help people get the best headshots by getting the person I am photographing to look authentic and photogenic.
Branding Portraits
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branding session is essential for small business owners, creatives, authors, influencers, coaches and consultants, building a strong, recognizable presence. These sessions provide high-quality, personalized images that showcase you and your brand authentically. With a professional approach, I create images that elevate your brand and make a lasting impression.
Studio Headshots Are Perfect For:
✅ Author's book jacket
✅ Dating app profiles
✅ Facebook profile photo
✅ Instagram profile
✅ Professional Associations
✅ Media events
✅ Magazine Covers
✅ Email signature
✅ LinkedIn profile photo
✅ Press release
✅ Real estate agent
✅ Graduating college student
✅ Medical Residency application (ERAS)
✅ Doctor
✅ Actor's/model portfolio
✅ Executive
✅ Small business owner
✅ Entrepreneur
✅ Attorneys
✅ Corporate employee
✅ Consultant
✅ Artist or musician
✅ Marketing materials
✅ Keynote speaker
My Favorite Headshot Locations Near Aliso Viejo
We can also bring our mobile studio right to your office.
Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
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A natural canyon setting with open trails, native oak trees, and warm southern California light. Works well for professionals who want an outdoor backdrop that feels grounded and genuine rather than corporate.
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Aliso Viejo Town Center
An outdoor lifestyle center with clean architecture, open plazas, and good natural light year-round. Practical and accessible, with free parking on-site. A good neutral option for a polished outdoor look without a strong location identity.
Laguna Beach Coastline
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About 10 minutes from Aliso Viejo through Laguna Canyon. The coastal bluffs, harbor, and Main Beach area offer some of the most distinctive outdoor portrait settings in all of OC. Works well for real estate professionals, creatives, and executives who want something visually memorable.
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Soka University Campus
The grounds at Soka are well-maintained and photograph well. Available for faculty and staff sessions coordinated through the university. A professional and recognizable setting for anyone affiliated with the institution.
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Professional Portrait Studio
Our professional portrait studio is just off the 405 freeway, 20 minutes from Aliso Viejo and 10 minutes from most cities in Orange County.
What To Expect From A Headshot Session With Christopher Todd Studios
🗓 Flexible dates that fit your busy schedule
🏝 Location planning
🤠 Genuine smiles and facial expressions
🕺 Professional posing
👗 Outfit planning
🤗 Stress-free guided photoshoot
🌅 Headshots that stand out
🕰 24-48 hour turnaround time
👩💻 Professionally edited photos
Professional Headshots Near Aliso Viejo, CA
Professional headshots are made easy. Whether you come into our Orange County Studio just 20 minutes from Aliso Viejo, or we bring our gear to your location.
Christopher Todd Studios will deliver natural and authentic headshot portraits.
It is time to stand out from your competition and get the recognition you deserve.
We provide professional services to all cities in the OC and are happy to serve LA County as well.
Aliso Viejo, Costa Mesa, Cypress, Dana Point, Fountain Valley, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Laguna Beach, Tustin, Villa Park, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Lake Forest, Los Alamitos, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Orange, Santa Ana, Seal Beach, Westminster, Yorba Linda, Corona Del Mar, Anaheim