Soulful Headshots | Visual Storyteller for Creatives & Entrepreneurs

“Lisa Keating is an Oakland-based photographer known for soulful, modern headshots that reveal the light and confidence of creatives, executives, and entrepreneurs across the East Bay.”

A photo shoot, at its best, is a sacred collaboration — a moment of presence, trust, and truth.

For over 25 years, Lisa Keating has captured more than 15,000+ actors, creatives, and entrepreneurs through her lens — not simply to make them look good, but to help them be seen. Her work is rooted in essence: the subtle magic of presence, personality, and purpose.

Often called an “actor’s director” behind the camera, Lisa brings an intuitive ease to every session — gently guiding her clients into alignment with their own light. Whether you’re stepping into your next creative chapter, building a visionary brand, or preparing for a new role, she meets you at the edge of your becoming.

Her portraits have appeared in publications like The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Essence, Fortune, and Harvard Magazine, and she’s been honored with awards including Best Headshot in the U.S. and Best Solo Entrepreneur in North America. But her focus has never been on accolades — it’s always been on people.

Lisa’s studio is more than a space — it’s a creative sanctuary. A place to exhale, reflect, and show up as your full self.