The photograph you forget was being taken.

Portraits, headshots, couples, families, and graduation sessions throughout Orange County; for people who don’t love being photographed. Built around the moment you stop noticing the camera.

Based in Irvine — photographing throughout Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Costa Mesa, and Orange County.

Ryan Taylor
“A portrait isn’t a record of how you look. It’s a record of what it’s like to be near you.”
Ryan Taylor, on the approach behind every session

Selected work

A working portfolio — five bodies of work, updated as new sessions wrap.

Portraits

04 images
Roll 01 · Frame 03 · 85mm
Roll 01 · Frame 07 · 85mm
Roll 01 · Frame 11 · 135mm
Roll 01 · Frame 14 · 85mm

Headshots

04 images
Roll 02 · Frame 02 · 50mm
Roll 02 · Frame 05 · 50mm
Roll 02 · Frame 08 · 85mm
Roll 02 · Frame 12 · 50mm

Family

04 images
Roll 03 · Frame 02 · 35mm
Roll 03 · Frame 05 · 50mm
Roll 03 · Frame 08 · 35mm
Roll 03 · Frame 11 · 50mm

Couples & Engagements

04 images
Roll 04 · Frame 02 · 105mm
Roll 04 · Frame 06 · 35mm
Roll 04 · Frame 09 · 105mm
Roll 04 · Frame 15 · 50mm

Graduation

04 images
Roll 05 · Frame 03 · 85mm
Roll 05 · Frame 07 · 50mm
Roll 05 · Frame 10 · 85mm
Roll 05 · Frame 14 · 35mm

How a session works

Three steps, from first message to finished gallery.

01

Consult

A short call to talk through what the photos are for — a role change, a launch, an engagement — and plan the location, wardrobe, and timing around it.

02

Session

60–90 minutes on location. Minimal posing direction — most of the strongest frames happen in the movement between poses, not the pose itself.

03

Delivery

A private online gallery within 10 business days, fully edited and ready to download in web and print resolution.

Sessions

Professional Headshots

Polished, natural headshots for individuals or full teams — LinkedIn, company websites, press kits, career updates. Also available as a customized branding session with a few working/lifestyle shots included.

From $425 Learn more →

Personal Portraits

For the photo you actually want on your wall, your dating profile, or your desk. One location, several looks.

From $450 Learn more →

Couples & Engagements

An unhurried session at a location that means something to you, shot candid-first — engagements, anniversaries, and couples portraits.

From $650 Learn more →

Family

Relaxed, natural family portraits — parents, kids, and extended family — at a favorite local spot or your own home.

From $550 Learn more →

Graduation & Senior Portraits

College graduation, high school seniors, and other milestone portraits — ready in time for announcements.

From $450 Learn more →

Also shoot for businesses: food & beverage, interiors, and lifestyle photography for restaurants, clubs, and hospitality brands — including recent work for the Southern California Golf Association.

See commercial & hospitality work →

Let’s plan your session.

Tell me what the photos are for and roughly when you’re thinking. I’ll follow up within a day with availability and next steps.

Based in — Irvine, CA
Email — hello@ryantaylorphoto.com
Response time — within 24 hours

Prefer a longer read first? Visit the full contact & FAQ page.

Before you write in

How far in advance should I book?

Two to four weeks generally works well, especially for engagement sessions where timing and location matter. Headshots can often be turned around faster if you have a deadline.

Do you travel outside Orange County?

Yes — Southern California travel is included, and longer-distance sessions are available with a travel fee, quoted once we know the location.

What should I wear?

Once a session is booked, you'll get a short wardrobe guide by email — simple guidance on colors, textures, and what to bring as backup options.

How many images do I get?

Final counts depend on session length and type, and are confirmed at booking. Every delivered image is fully edited — no separate retouching fees.