TESTIMONIALS

Natural Studio is a photography studio based in New York City that specializes in portraits and headshots shot in an authentic natural style. The way we work is very open, relaxed, and collaborative. Here on this page we’ve provided some client testimonials to provide more background on what it’s like to work with us. You can also get to know us better by reading our reviews on our Google Business page here or checking out our blog. It’s really nice to work with people who ‘get’ what we do here and we love making them happy through both our photography and the overall experience. Please feel free to reach out.

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TESTIMONIALS

Natural Studio is a photographer studio based in New York City shooting both in studio and on location throughout NYC. We specialize in portraits and headshots shot in an authentic natural style. With an evocative vision of refined simplicity, we shape beautiful light and compositions to create images that feel relaxed and capture the unique personality of an individual. Below are some client testimonials to give more background on what it’s like to work with us.


Natural Studio was understanding, sensitive, and genuinely interested in finding out what I needed and how I wanted my photos to look. They are professional, responsible, and easy going as well as very passionate about photography. Their work stood out as being fresh and real instead of all the other plain identical works of other studios I had found before. After I began using the new photos, I definitely started getting more job offers as the pictures gave clients a better perspective of my personality. It was a wonderful experience and the pictures are great!
— Kristina Shakhpazian, Model & Actress

It was a pleasure to work with Natural Studio! They were really patient and thorough, allowing me to try out several combinations of outfits, accessories, and locations during our outdoor shoot. The turnaround in terms of getting the images back for selection and getting the final, edited images was really quick, allowing me to start using them immediately. What’s more, the photos feel natural and really captured my personality.
— Annie N., Research Analyst

Brad is absolutely incredible. His work speaks for itself! He is so talented and professional. He has done multiple shoots of my children over the years and his ability to capture them was truly special. He is also a pleasure to work with. Can’t recommend Brad enough!
— Caroline Friedman, Mother, Brooklyn, NY

I did a photoshoot with Brad, and after over 20 years in the industry and working as a model, I can tell you he is amazing. He understands your face and creates the best light.
— Charlotte Bonstrom-Assaf, Model, NYC

I liked how laid back the experience was, and I love the bright, natural, lived in feel of the images. I already feel they have more power than my current headshots.
— Tonya Glanz, Actress

We worked with Brad on team photos and individual headshots and he was responsive, professional, friendly, and on time. We would happily work with him again and recommend him to anyone! Photos turned out great just as expected.
— Eleanor Mooney, Owner & Founder at deVivre Concierge Services

I loved the bright natural light photo style of Natural Studio’s portraits and headshots. They were very relaxed and open to my ideas. It was a very positive experience of friendliness and openness yet guiding toward getting that great shot. I’m very pleased with the photographs—they look great, and the fast turnaround time made it even better!
— Jonathan J. Detrixhe, Ph.D., MFA, Clinical Psychologist

Great photographer, great results!
— Joe Brittain, Art Curator, NYC

Natural Studio creates a safe professional environment and provides amazing creative direction to their shoots. I chose to work with them because I love how their images are very natural and realistic. Their style of photography helped me with my brand by adding more natural feeling images to my portfolio of work— and this helped me add more range to my portfolio. The best thing about working with Natural Studio was how consistent they were with the whole process—both with shooting images of outstanding quality and also executing the turnaround on edits and final product. Overall I very much enjoyed my experience and I will definitely be recommending Natural Studio to my clients and colleagues.
— Cameron Ramos, Model & Fashion Stylist

Brad is such a pro! I needed a new headshot and rarely like professional photos of myself but he helped me prepare for and then took a ton of great options! Great communication before and after the shoot, and I ended up with photos I’m so happy with.
— Chao Wang, Co-founder and CEO, Dopple

My new headshots are perfect. Brad is a master of his craft. He has an amazing eye and really captures the character of his subject.
— Robert S., Brooklyn based Financial Consultant

It was amazing working with Brad at Natural Studio! 10/10 experience and he took some of the best photos ever taken of me!
— Nick Sterlacci, Financial Services Professional, NYC

Natural Studio’s down-to-earth demeanor and authentic approach to photography really stood out to me. I really like that they go for the “natural” look (hence the name of the studio). They were very communicative and responsive from the moment I contacted them and answered all my questions and concerns. I was overall very pleased with everything from start to finish. I was also pleasantly surprised by the quick the turnaround time. I could not more highly recommend Natural Studio. During the shoot you will feel totally at ease and as if you’re having a casual conversation with a friend while getting some awesome shots. They are very communicative, talented, and timely with their work.
— Darden Livesay, Marketing Manager, New York

It was a delight working with Brad! He responded to my inquiry within 24 hours and was incredibly communicative throughout the entire process. The onsite experience was speedy but thorough - he showed photos throughout the session to ensure I liked the direction we were going. As someone who doesn’t love being in front of a camera, Brad made me feel comfortable and was patient throughout the session.

I highly recommend Brad to anyone looking for headshots or portraits - I will definitely book again should the need arise!
— Ally Martinelli, Business Operations Specialist, NYC

Shooting with Brad was super smooth and I was very happy with the results. He’s very responsive to questions to help you prep for the shoot, then is great at putting you at ease in front of the camera and making sure you’re happy with the test shots along the way. Fast turnaround on well-edited shots. 10/10!
— Lindsay Harrison, Marketing Executive, NYC

I had to get some last minute headshots and Brad was so quick and so helpful throughout the whole process. Fully recommend!!
— Darlie Kerns, Actor, NYC

Brad was such a kind and collaborative partner in creating the images I was needing for my commercial portfolio! I would 100% recommend Natural Studio for anyone needing a portrait and headshot photographer.
— Kayla May Suarez, Actor, NYC

Natural Studio provides a great environment for the actor—keeping the vibe relaxed and comfortable. Their work captured my eye because it was so amazingly real and natural. Amazing portraits and headshots like the ones Natural Studio provided me will help my career so much and I can’t wait to see all the work these photos get me. I couldn’t be more pleased with Natural Studio—everything about this process was amazing and I will be a client for life!
— Bryan Dromerhauser, Actor


When I was looking for a portrait and headshot photographer, Natural Studio stood out to me because of their solid portfolio and experience. When I viewed their website I saw a wide range of people photographed in different settings, not just actors or businesspeople. Their fast response time, straightforward pricing, and local connection made me feel at ease about choosing to work with them. When shooting, Brad helped me learn more about engaging with the camera and was very versatile in his approach to different types of photography situations. My new photos, used on business sites, social media, and speaking engagement publicity materials, have provided me with exactly what I was looking for to take the next steps in my career.
— Hal, NYC Tech Industry

I had never worked with other photographers but working with Natural Studio felt very friendly and chill, in a good way! They were very flexible, with lots of images to choose from.
— Jan Cieslikiewicz, Artist/Photographer

Brad was a pleasure to work with, my photos came out beautifully and he delivered my photos very quickly!
— Lena Grundhoefer, Entrepreneur, New York

Your relaxed attitude was really great. You allowed our voices to be heard and you didn’t move forward until we were confident that we’d found photos we felt great about. Your photos are fantastic! That’s what made us so excited to work with Natural Studio. We were looking for a bright, smiley, commercial headshot and you did just that!
— Kimberly and Ashley Carvalho, Filmmakers/Actresses

The style of Natural Studio’s photography captured the impact of the vision we sought to express. The images they created for us are helping to reshape our brand and expand our presence. Natural Studio was a perfect fit and helped us think outside the box.
— Otis Danne, Talent Manager & Event Producer, Brooklyn

Brad has been wonderful to work with! He described the process clearly from the beginning, was great to shoot with and was open to working together on the vision for the shoots. The results were awesome and delivered fast. Highly recommend!
— Anastasiia Timashova, NYC Tech Industry

I really appreciated taking the time to understand what kind of photos I was looking for before the shoot. This was very reassuring and made me look forward to the shoot. Giving me some simple tips during the shoot was really helpful. I liked the freedom you gave me in choice of outfits and how I wanted to pose. I got the photos really quickly and they looked very professional! All my friends thought they were from a model agency when they saw them!
— Floriane Blanc, Fashion Consultant

Couldn’t recommend Brad as a photographer enough. I went in being honest about not knowing my angles, about not being the most photogenic, and about needing instruction - and he responded to those needs and beyond. We had a super comfortable session, we got the photos done and had fun doing it, and I know I’ll be recommending Brad to friends and colleagues. The set of photos turned out great and his edits were fantastic. 2022 is off to a good start now, thanks Brad! :-)
— Jacqueline Johnson, NYC

What a delight! I am SO HAPPY I shot with Brad. I got all the looks I wanted and he totally nailed the natural but heightened look. I’m thrilled with how they turned out. The studio was easy to get to, Brad was quick to respond to my emails, everything felt flexible and relaxed. 10/10 would recommend!
— Abby Pierce, Actor, NYC

I highly recommend Brad! I’d never had professional photos taken and was nervous about the whole thing. Brad put me at ease from the beginning, and was responsive to and patient with my questions and requests over the course of a 1.5 hour session. I am very happy with the photos he took, which are both professional and relaxed-looking.
— Abigail F., Brooklyn

Overall a fantastic experience! I highly recommend adding the makeup package as I feel it gave me a lot more confidence in the photos and looked great on camera. Brad is really easy to work with and communicative and the turnaround for getting the photos was quick and easy. Can’t recommend Natural Studio enough!
— Brooke Powers, Author, New York City

My experience with Natural Studio was great! Smooth flow of communication — Brad responded to my request right away and then day-of planning was a piece of cake (I hadn’t done headshots in a while). We were fluid with postures / outfits and the environment was low-pressure and casual. I ended up with a handful of great shots.
— Emily Marquis, Author, New York

Great headshots. The shoot was less than half an hour and Brad understood without needing a long explanation exactly what I was looking for. He was very good at providing specific instructions during the shoot that resulted in great photos. The whole experience was seamless and very professional. I’ve already recommended Natural Studio to multiple people.
— Meredith M., NYC

Really great experience getting headshots. I felt 100% comfortable and got so many great shots to choose from. Brad did an amazing job with the lighting and the results far exceeded my expectations. I think the best part of this experience is that I wound up with headshots that feel more real and reflect who I feel I am… more so than the kind of headshots one might typically expect. Highly recommended.
— Peter Noah, Product Designer, NYC

Had such a great experience! Brad’s so talented and made me feel at ease. Also highly recommend the makeup artist he works with; they’re a great team.
— Sarah Myers West, Brooklyn, NY

As someone who doesn’t like having their photo taken, I was a bit nervous going in. Brad is a very laid back, and calming person who made the entire process quick and easy and the results are terrific. Couldn’t be happier.
— Sean Ferrell, Brooklyn, NY

Loved working with Brad on my headshots! The photographs turned out incredibly well. He was super friendly while we worked together, and he made me very comfortable being in front of the camera (something I’m definitely not used to!). He gave great suggestions of various poses and outfit changes for each look I had, which I was very grateful for. I would highly recommend going to work with Brad on your headshots! 10/10 would work with him again.
— Maranda Janky, Content Director — Financial Times, New York, NY

Brad is easy to communicate with, super friendly, professional, and an awesome photographer. Highly recommend!
— Fernanda Martinez, NYC

It was super easy to set up a shoot with Brad - he was very responsive and helpful to my scheduling and questions. The shoot was fun, professional, and enjoyable. And I’m really happy with how the pictures turned out.
— Olivia Adams, New York

Brad was responsive and very communicative before, during, and after the shoot. He was a consummate professional and his brand of photography is natural and warm. Would highly recommend to anyone who needs portraits done.
— Clara Cho, NYC

Brad was an easy going guy and made the shoot go easy. Pictures came out better than expected and would highly recommend his services. Looking forward to work with him in the future when I need his services.
— Patricio Garcia

Brad is a very gifted photographer and very kind soul! I would recommend his services over and over to anyone who is in search of a professional image. Worth every penny :-)
— Briani Griffin, Brooklyn, NY

Natural Studio NYC was extremely proficient at creating the perfect professional headshots, even for the less photogenic like me. Brad put me at ease, flexibly adapted to different ideas and sent them back to me the same day. Quotes allow you to choose the number of pictures that would suit you and leaves you with the ones you love for years to come. Sent his details to colleagues and friends afterwards for this very reason!
— Pimpernel Maria Preston, NYC

Brad was so great to work with! Very easygoing, and good at making me feel comfortable in spite of the jitters :). And the shots are exactly what I was looking for: simple, clean, professional and showcasing variety. Would highly recommend Natural Studio NYC!
— Angela Radulescu, Brooklyn, NY

Natural Studio NYC (Brad) is the perfect solution for anyone looking for a professional photos at a fair price. Setup was simple and the response and turnaround time was fast and efficient.
— Eric Craig, New York

I could not have had a better experience with Natural Studio! I needed headshots for upcoming press, and Brad went above and beyond to ensure that i came away with what I needed. The shoot day was a pleasure — and Brad’s photography expertise was evident with every shot. Speedy delivery of the proofs the next morning was also much appreciated. All in all, I am thrilled with my headshots and look forward to working with Natural Studio again as soon as possible!
— Katherine Neukomm, Attorney, New York

Brad was wonderful to work with! He is professional, friendly, and answered my questions quickly. Perhaps most importantly, he has an excellent eye, and I absolutely loved the final products (corporate headshots). Highly recommend his services. Thanks, Brad!
— Julia Chen Rinaldi, Brooklyn, New York

Brad was easy going, the price was right, and I still use my shots from our session today! He really captured what I was wanting - a headshot that doesn’t feel like an actor-y headshot. Would def go back for another shoot.
— Tonya Glanz, Actor, NY/LA

Had a wonderful experience with Brad and Natural Studios. Really needed a head shot to capture me, something that when people visited my homepage they knew it was me. Brad did just that! I felt confident and he was able to capture that. Thank you!
— Ashley Full, New York

My experience with Brad was incredible—he immediately put me at ease, my photo session was painless, and I absolutely loved his results! A+++
— Jenny Douglas, Brooklyn

Brad was great to work with and made me feel so comfortable as this was my first time taking headshots! Would highly recommend and his prices can’t be beat!
— Katie McHale, New York

Brad is fantastic! Highly recommend!
— Lila Samperton, NYC

We are so happy with our pictures. Thank you so much again!
— Prisca Bommeli, New York City

Great experience with Brad getting clean, professional-but-relaxed photos for my new website for my creative business!
— Emily Simpson, Brooklyn, New York

Brad is an amazing photographer. He very quickly captures the best shots and makes you feel comfortable. He also worked with my tight timeline and was quick to respond to emails. Would highly recommend to anyone needing professional headshots. Thank you Brad!
— Sunny Lee, Creative Director, NYC

Brad is a very kind soul, who is easy to work with, and knows how to capture exactly what you’re looking for.
— Marc Johnson, Actor, New York

Needed a new professional head shot and coming from someone who is terribly awkward, Brad made me feel so comfortable! Suggesting different positions and working with me until we got a set of photos that were the vibe I was going for. The process was so easy and he had a quick turnaround on the touched up images. Highly recommend.
— Kristin Kelly, Consultant, New York

Had an amazing experience with Brad from Natural Studio. It was my first time ever taking professional headshots, but he made me feel relaxed and comfortable. He was incredibly responsive and turned over the photos quickly, and I couldn’t be happier with them! Thank you for an excellent experience.
— Zoe Schlittenhardt, Talent Manager, New York

Great experience with Brad. Made it very simple taking the photos. Communication pre and post photo shoot is a 10/10. Very helpful and knowledgable. Super easy process, headshots came out great.
— Jake Abraham, Client Executive, NYC