Inside a barbershop, a bald man in black shirt stands with arms crossed in front of a mirror and barber chairs, with shelves of bottles and a Moncton St sign above. Richmond branding photographer Michelle Baril.

vancouver branding photographer

Brand photos that feel natural, confident, and unmistakably you - while quietly doing the strategic work of positioning you well.

Created for founders, service providers, and small sports teams, especially curling teams, who need polished, on-brand images for websites, launches, LinkedIn, media, social, and sponsorship opportunities.

A woman with shoulder-length brown hair standing on a narrow concrete pathway, holding a professional camera with a large lens in her right hand. Portrait of Michelle Baril Photography.

Hi I’m Michelle, your Vancouver Branding Photographer!

I see you.

You are wearing all the hats. Running the day to day. Serving your clients. Answering emails at night. Trying to keep your website updated and show up on social in between everything else.

It is a lot. Running a small business is no joke.

And showing up online can feel like another full time job. If your brand photos do not truly reflect who you are and how you work, it becomes harder for people to trust you, connect with you, and choose you.

That is where I come in.

Together, we will create branding photos that feel natural, confident, and aligned with the heart of your business. Images that tell your story clearly so your website, LinkedIn, launches, and social media all feel cohesive and intentional.

Not stiff. Not overly posed. Not generic.

Just you at your best.

I look forward to partnering with you to create a tailored branding photography strategy.

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kind words

A smiling woman with dark hair in a high bun, wearing earrings, a dark sleeveless top, and light blue jeans, holding a Nikon camera, standing against a bright pink textured wall. Richmond branding photographer Michelle Baril.
“I love the photos Michelle did for me! Her calm, confidence, and warmth made me feel at ease, and made the entire experience fun. I would definitely have her do my portraits again!”
— Rebecca Bloomfield
A man walking on a wooden dock at a marina, carrying a black bag with white script writing and a bouquet of red roses, wearing a black coat, black turtleneck, and black pants, by richmond branding photographer Michelle Baril.

what’s included in your branding session

  • creative direction tailored to your brand.

  • location scouting (studio, office, outdoors - your call).

  • styling guidance (outfits, props, colour palette).

  • poses that look natural, confident, creative, and on-brand.

  • a branding photoshoot that is relaxed and a seamless experience.

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the process

  • step 1 - say hello

    You will love how your brand’s personality comes to life in every shot. We will get to know each other, and I will learn what makes your business unique.

  • step 2 - plan

    Once everything is official, we will plan your perfect location, offer wardrobe guidance, and ensure you are fully confident for your branding session.

  • step 3 - your photo day!

    Enjoy your session! Relax, have fun, and let your authentic self shine. We will capture portraits that reflect your business at best.

  • step 4 - gallery

    Receive your branding photos in a custom online gallery, ready to elevate your website, social media and other brand needs.

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faqs

A person getting a haircut, with a hand holding hair cutting scissors and another hand steadying the person's head, as hair is being trimmed. Richmond branding photographer Michelle Baril.

  • Branding photography is about the full story. Your work, your space, your personality, and the little details that make your business yours. Headshots are clean, simple portraits. If a headshot is all you need, get in touch and we’ll talk through it.

  • Of course. I’ll check the light, see how the space works, and bring whatever’s needed so everything looks great.

  • Yes, guidance is part of the process. I’ll help you choose outfits and details that fit your brand and photograph well.

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A young man with black hair and a beard sitting on a wooden dock, holding onto a rope, with a boat labeled 'Snow Drift' behind him during sunset. Richmond branding photographer Michelle Baril.

contact me for session details

As your branding photographer in Vancouver, BC, my goal is simple. I want your session to feel relaxed and comfortable, like working with someone who gets you. No awkward posing. Just natural photos that show who you are and what your business is about.