A person in a blue patterned top crouching on a rock at the edge of a clear, turquoise body of water. They have their eyes closed and hands clasped near their face in a moment of serenity and reflection.Two entrepreneurs standing together outdoors, each holding up a glass jar of handcrafted salsa. One wears a "Farmers Market" t-shirt and glasses, and the other wears a black cap and corduroy shirt.Two people embracing warmly in the center of a well-lit boutique filled with crystals and wellness products. They are looking at the camera with a serene and welcoming expression.

Brand and Commercial Storytelling

A triptych banner showcasing diverse professional environments: (1) A person with braided hair in a red top and blue patterned apron carefully grating cheese over a bowl of soup in a professional kitchen. (2) A person with short dark hair wearing a denim jacket and a large grey knit scarf, sitting thoughtfully in a yellow armchair. (3) A person in an olive green dress posing joyfully with eyes closed in front of a shimmering gold tinsel backdrop.

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A triptych banner highlighting stylized narratives: (1) A person in a textured orange jacket and plaid scarf looking upward against an urban, industrial background. (2) A close-up of a person with a red "Obama Kush" headband looking into the camera with intensity, highlighted by blue and red lighting. (3) Two people in high-fashion, oversized neutral-toned coats posing back-to-back against a blurred night-time city skyline.A triptych banner featuring dynamic commercial portraits: (1) A DJ with headphones and pink glasses smiling and raising an arm while performing behind Pioneer equipment. (2) A person with blue-tinted hair wearing a vibrant red dress, smiling confidently in an urban outdoor setting. (3) A close-up editorial portrait of a person with long light-brown hair wearing a blue blazer and leopard print shirt, looking off-camera with a focused expression.

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screen grab from a video featuring the senior staff of Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette

Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette Isn't Going Anywhere

Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette
This year, with Roe v Wade no longer enshrined, we have seen an unprecedented-this-century barrage on comprehensive reproductive healthcare. People are losing access to the vital cancer screenings, contraception, infection treatment and abortion services that they depend upon.
A person in a dark blue uniform and a baseball cap smiling while standing in front of a red emergency vehicle featuring the Cowlitz Indian Tribe logo.

A Communications Firm and a Fire Rescue Join Forces in SW Washington

Point North
Community is about how we show up. And right now, our community needs us. We were glad to partner with PointNorth to showcase a homegrown win and a group of professionals trying to better care for their neighbors.
A joyful commercial portrait for a case study with Affect's 'Disabled and Here' series. A smiling trans and disabled person with pink hair and glasses is surrounded by bubbles. This showcases inclusive photography for a T4T pride campaign in Portland, Oregon.

Trans, Disabled and Here — Celebrating Pride with Genuine Portraiture

Affect
When Affect hired Human Centric Media to produce commercial portraits for their Disabled and Here stock photography and interview series, I was overjoyed. As a bonus, the theme this year was T4T Pride, which filled my sweet trans heart with glee.
A composite image for a case study with Soluna Career Consulting. On the left, a person smiles at a table with coffee and pastries. On the right, a person with tattoos and a black t-shirt with a wolf on it poses with her arms crossed. This showcases commercial photography and brand storytelling for a business coaching company in Portland, Oregon.

Evidence of Trusting Rapport in this Commercial Photoset for a Portland Business Coach

Soluna Career Consulting
Alondra brings a presence to her work that's empowering, curious and wise. You can see, in her interactions with clients, the trusting rapport she takes time to build.
an entrepreneur sits smiling in their workshop in Portland

Crafting Connection with Dogs in SE Portland, One Leash at a Time

Trailblazing Tails
You can tell a lot about a person by how they treat animals. Working with Tricia and her team granted me a renewed insight into my dog's feelings, expressions and experience.
A composite photo of two smiling therapists from Pulse Wellness for a commercial shoot. This showcases inclusive headshots and commercial photography in Portland, Oregon.

A Cooperative Committed to Northeast Portland's Radical Well Being

Pulse Wellness Cooperative
We all need support sometimes. I don't know about you, but that surface level, "think positive thoughts" sort of therapy ... it's not doing for me.

Build Lasting Trust and Engagement

A person with a beard and a red hardhat standing with arms crossed in an active construction site. They are wearing a neon safety vest and grey cargo pants, projecting a sense of leadership and expertise.A person in a turquoise polo and black apron smiling down at a silver tray holding a perfectly roasted whole chicken on a bed of lettuce. They are standing in front of a bright orange food truck.Two people laughing and eating donuts on small plates in front of a blue "Pip’s Original" vintage food truck during a professional community gathering.A diverse group of six dental healthcare professionals posing together in a modern clinic. They are all smiling warmly at the camera, dressed in professional blue and neutral tones.Two professionals engaged in a deep conversation at a white table. The person in focus wears a black blazer and a large beaded necklace with a gold pendant, looking intently at their colleague during a collaborative strategy session.A person with curly hair posing in front of an urban bar, playfully pulling a patterned brown and red jacket over their head to frame their face. They wear a white crop top and light-wash jeans.A vibrant portrait of a person with short blonde hair laughing while wearing a lavender wide-brimmed hat and a white button-down shirt. They are holding the brim of their hat against a bright, airy architectural background.
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