Portland Branding Photographer
Yes, you are and I’ll show you exactly how.
Ready to confidently enter your visibility era?
Branding photos don’t just change how people see your business, they change how you see yourself. And that’s where confidence begins to grow.
If you’re the face of your business, how you show up matters.
Investing in brand photos instantly builds trust with clients who see where you are now, not where you started.
You are so in the right place.
It shows up after you take the first step. After you book the shoot and stand in front of the camera.
Then the photo gallery hits your inbox and you're like, "Wait...Is that me? Because wow!"
Yes it is, and you look incredible!
If you're feeling like, "Maybe I'm ready," you didn't end up here by accident.
Here's the truth no one tells you:
Trusted by Portland Small Business Owners Including:
Brand photography for YOU, the
designer
artist
practioner
coach
esthetician
lawyer
florist
therapist
baker
Former shy girl turned branding photographer now in her visibility era—I specialize in helping women entrepreneurs show up with confidence.
I know how uncomfortable it can feel to be in front of the camera, especially when you’re the face of your brand.
My approach is relaxed, supportive, and never forced—guiding you out of your comfort zone just enough to create images that are natural, and personality-driven.
I'M ANNELISE BLISS,
5-star Google reviews
photos taken
80 HS seniors
small businesses
Humble Brag Dashboard
I want you to know exactly where and how to use your new images. After you’ve viewed your gallery, we’ll hop on a strategy call to work on that.
after shoot consult
Session day is all about following our plan & bringing your vision to life, with multiple outfits and props. Your gallery will be emailed to you a couple weeks later.
photoshoot day!
Planning time!
You’ll start with a questionnaire, then we’ll create a vision that feels like you. Before your session, we’ll hop on a planning call to finalize the details.
Here's exactly how you step into your visibility era:
free CONSULT CALL
Book a no-pressure discovery call to chat about your business and goals. When you’re ready to schedule, I’ll send an invoice and contract and you'll be booked.
A great business owner can do anything.
A smart one knows when to hand over the camera.
Tara Reed Designs
"Amazing experience start to finish!"
"I booked a long overdue brand photo shoot with Annelise. She was a great listener and understood what I was looking for for my business. We had fun on shoot day and I ended up with so many photos I love for my website, social media and more. Will definitely be using her again and highly recommend to others."
Ascend Beauty Lounge
"Working with Annelise is an excellent investment in your brand and business."
She brings a level of professionalism and attention to detail that shows in every step, from planning through execution. Annelise takes the time to understand your vision and brings out the best in both you and your brand. The final image gallery exceeded my expectations both in variety and quality. I very happy with the results and am looking forward to using the images across all my platforms!
Renee Caballero
"She instantly put me at ease and made the process light-hearted and fun."
"As a new children's book author, I needed a small brand shoot for my website and social media. Annelise was prompt to reply and answered all my many questions about the process. She provided a helpful guide prior to the photo shoot. She instantly put me at ease and made the process light hearted and fun. Her props are amazing too. I highly recommend her services!"
Mary Czarnecki
"Annelise made the process super easy and enjoyable from start to finish"
I can't recommend Annelise more highly! I was in serious need of some updated personal branding photos for my consulting and speaking business, and she made the process super easy and enjoyable from start to finish - from deciding what kinds of poses and outfits to focus on, to where to do the actual shoot, to planning props and logistics for the day of the photo shoot. I love how the photos turned out!
BMG aesthetics
"Annelise is incredibly knowledgeable about the branding process"
"My experience with Annelise was absolutely wonderful! She guided me in choosing the types of photos that would best represent me. I really appreciated how organized she was. Annelise sent me a questionnaire and creative ideas weeks in advance, which made me feel so prepared for our shoot. She had a clear plan going in, and the whole experience was smooth and enjoyable."
Marika Maritz
"I had the most amazing experience from start to finish."
"The day of our branding session was perfectly executed and Annelise made sure that I was at ease the entire time. Not only did I thoroughly enjoy the experience, but I now also have the best photo collection I could ever ask for. Annelise is multi-talented and extremely knowledgeable with years of experience."
Align Wellness
"I highly recommend Annelise for growing your business and self-confidence on camera."
"Working with Annelise was amazing! I do not typically enjoy being photographed, and the entire experience with her was easeful and fun. She took time to get to know me and my business, and then added her creative genius to my shoot. She is adventurous, kind, and a joy to work with."
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brand photography packages
If you don't see a brand photography package that you absolutely love, send me a message and we'll chat about customized packages!
Perfect for when you need more than a headshot but less than a full brand session.
For businesses looking to elevate their brand
Ideal for personal brands and small business owners.
- 1 location
- planning meeting
- 1 focused hour of photos
- 25 edited images
- 2-3 locations
- planning meeting
- Detailed session plan
- up to 5 hours
- 200 edited images
- Post-session strategy plan
- Pro hair and makeup
- 20 content videos (b-roll)
- 1-2 locations
- planning meeting
- Detailed session plan
- up to 4 hours
- Post-session strategy plan
- It elevates your brand by adding depth, storytelling, and personality
- Builds trust: Shows the real you and helps clients connect faster.
- Creates versatility: Combine clips together along with music for social, website, and marketing.
add Custom BTS video to your signature session
If a photo is worth a thousand words...Imagine what strategic video can do for your brand.
- BTs video is a fast-track way to connect clients with your brand by showcasing your personality and process in 15 seconds or less.
- It's basically a way of saying to clients, "Here I am! Here's what I do and how I do it."
The Power of
BTS-Behind-the-Scenes Video
(aka b-roll)
FAQs
how many photos will i get?
Depending on your session, you’ll receive ~100 carefully curated and totally on-brand images (enough to cover 4+ months of content and a full website!).
What if I just need a headshot?
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If a full brand session seems like too much, I also offer headshot photography
what if I’m awkward in front of the camera?
Most of my clients feel this way about themselves before their session. Rest assured that my approach is calm, guided, and low-pressure—I’ll show you exactly what to do while keeping things natural and comfortable. We will only take photos of things you would actually do in your business to keep you looking legit.
Do you help with planning the shoot?
Yes! Every branding session includes pre-planning support to align your photos with your goals. We’ll talk through how you want your brand to feel, where you’ll use your images, and what visuals will best support that. From there I will create a branding shoot guide for us to follow on session day.
How far in advance should I book my session?
Branding sessions typically book a few weeks to a couple of months in advance, especially during busy seasons. Reaching out early is always encouraged.
A Note about Inclusion & Accessibility
I create photography sessions where everyone is welcomed, respected, and included. I believe people should feel free to show up as their authentic selves in whatever form that takes.
I proudly welcome people of all races and gender identities, and I’m committed to accessibility for neurodiverse individuals and people with disabilities. My work celebrates body positivity and embraces people across all ages and generations.
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