East Side Cincinnati Headshot Photographer

Cincinnati's east side is home to some of the region's most established professional communities, from the prestigious neighborhoods of Indian Hill and Hyde Park to the thriving business corridors of Kenwood, Madeira, and Montgomery. Whether you are a physician at one of the many medical practices along Montgomery Road, an attorney serving high-net-worth clients, a financial advisor managing portfolios in Kenwood, or a senior executive in one of the area's corporate headquarters, your headshot is often the first impression you make on prospective clients, employers, and partners.

K Dalton Photography's studio is conveniently located for east side professionals, offering a short, easy drive with free parking. Kim Dalton has been photographing Cincinnati-area professionals since 2009 and understands the high standards expected by east side clientele — polished, professional imagery that communicates credibility and approachability. Every session is tailored to your specific professional context, ensuring your headshot aligns with the visual language your industry and audience expect.

As a Mentor and Associate Photographer under Peter Hurley — one of only a handful of women worldwide to hold the Mentor title — Kim brings world-class expression coaching to every session. This is not a point-and-shoot portrait experience. Kim will guide you through subtle adjustments in posture, jaw position, and eye direction that transform a stiff photo into a headshot that radiates genuine confidence. East side clients consistently say the session was more comfortable and enjoyable than they expected, and the results exceeded what they thought was possible from a headshot.

The east side of Cincinnati has long been synonymous with affluence, education, and professional achievement. The communities of Indian Hill, Madeira, Hyde Park, Kenwood, and Montgomery are home to physicians, attorneys, financial advisors, corporate executives, and entrepreneurs who understand that perception matters. Your headshot is a critical piece of your professional brand — it appears on your LinkedIn profile, your firm's website, your speaker bio, and your marketing materials. A poorly executed headshot can undermine your credibility before you ever have the chance to demonstrate your expertise.

The Montgomery Road corridor is a hub for medical practices, legal firms, financial services, and corporate offices. Kenwood serves as a retail and professional services center with a dense concentration of businesses. Hyde Park and Indian Hill are home to boutique firms, independent consultants, and professionals who serve discerning clients. Each of these contexts demands headshots that feel polished and professional, but not overly stiff or generic. Kim adapts her approach to match the visual language your specific audience expects — whether that means a soft, approachable look for a healthcare provider or a sharper, more assertive presence for a litigator.

For businesses with teams on the east side, Kim also offers on-site corporate photography. She brings professional lighting, backdrops, and all equipment directly to your office, photographing entire teams with consistent quality in 5 to 10 minutes per person. This is a particularly popular option for medical practices, law firms, and financial advisory groups that want a cohesive team page without the logistical burden of coordinating schedules for a field trip to an external studio.

The studio is stocked with complimentary beverages — Fiji water, sparkling water, cold brew, and energy drinks — along with personal care items like hairspray, bobby pins, lint rollers, and a straightener. You will start with a quick conversation about your goals and where the headshot will be used, then Kim guides you through wardrobe selection and the session itself. Unlimited outfit changes mean you can explore different looks without feeling rushed or pressured to commit to a single image.

Images appear in real-time on a large studio monitor as Kim shoots. You will see exactly what the camera sees, which takes all the guesswork out of the experience and allows you to provide immediate feedback. After the session, your selected images are professionally retouched and delivered within one week in multiple crops (LinkedIn square, circle, vertical portrait, full uncropped) and resolutions (300 DPI for print, 72 DPI for web). You receive full usage rights — no licensing restrictions, no recurring fees.

Business headshot sessions start at $190, with individual images at $195 each. Photo packs offer savings: 6 images for $1,050 (save $120), 9 for $1,490 (save $265), or 12 for $1,890 (save $450). Acting headshots start at $140 with images at $175 each. Professional makeup artistry is available for +$185. Corporate team pricing is customized — contact Kim for a quote.

See the full pricing page for a complete breakdown of all sessions and packages.