Business Details
Award-Winning Portrait Photography in the Bay Area
Jana Marcus Photography has been creating award-winning imagery for over 30 years, specializing in luxury portrait experiences that empower clients through magazine-quality visuals. Our California Bay Area studio offers personalized sessions including headshots, personal branding, theatrical stills, and the transformative 40 Over 40 Portrait Experience. With a focus on contemporary fashion-inspired portraiture, we combine professional makeup, wardrobe consultation, and expert guidance to help clients discover their beauty and strength.Our process includes pre-shoot design consultations, fully guided photo sessions, and curated reveal appointments where clients select from handmade Italian photo products. Recognized for excellence through accolades like the UC Berkeley International Photojournalism Award, we prioritize client experience and artistic integrity while maintaining strict adherence to professional standards.
Services
Luxury Portrait Experience
Headshot & Personal Branding
Theatrical Stills
40 Over 40 Portraits
Fine Art Photography
Documentary Photography
Family-Couple Portraits
Personal Branding Sessions
Theater Photography
Photo Mentoring
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of award-winning photography experience
- Personalized sessions with professional makeup and styling
- Customized wardrobe consultation and design planning
- Professional retouching focused on natural enhancement
- Inclusion in annual 40 Over 40 magazine and exhibition
Associations and certifications
- The Portrait Masters
What people say
Life-changing experience
Professional and artistic
Empowering and fun
Exceptional quality images
Personalized attention
Services
Luxury Portrait Experience
Our flagship luxury portrait experience includes pre-shoot design consultation, professional makeup, up to four wardrobe changes, and a fully guided two-hour photo session. Clients receive professional retouching services and a reveal appointment to select from our handmade Italian photo products. The $2350 investment includes the Silver Portrait Collection with eight images in a velvet-lined folio box.
Headshot & Personal Branding
Designed for actors and professionals, this $990 package includes camera-ready makeup, two to three wardrobe changes, and four digital images with professional retouching. Sessions focus on creating authentic representations of clients' professional personas while maintaining artistic quality. Additional images and collection upgrades available during reveal appointments.
40 Over 40 Experience
This $690 experience celebrates women aged 40+ through professional photography sessions that include pre-shoot consultation, makeup application, and three wardrobe changes. Participants receive a $500 credit toward portrait collections and inclusion in our annual magazine and exhibition celebrating aging beauty and wisdom.
Fine Art Portraits
Custom-designed fine art sessions priced at $2000 allow clients to explore creative concepts like warrior, angel, or goddess themes. Includes wardrobe/costume creation, professional makeup, and a 24x30 inch Italian fine art print with corresponding digital image, plus 15% off additional purchases.
Theatrical Stills
Specialized theatrical photography services for live productions and performers. Captures dynamic stage moments and character portrayals with professional lighting and composition techniques. Pricing available upon consultation for both individual actors and production companies.
People
Jana Marcus
Master Photographer
Award-winning photographer with over 30 years experience, specializing in contemporary portraiture and theatrical imagery. MFA graduate from San Jose State University, recipient of multiple photography awards including UC Berkeley's International Photojournalism Award. Author of two books and creator of the 40 Over 40 Portrait Experience.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We offer luxury portrait experiences, headshots, personal branding sessions, theatrical stills, fine art portraits, and the 40 Over 40 empowerment project.
How long does a typical photo session last?
In-studio sessions typically run 2.5 hours including makeup application, with additional time available for location shoots or special requests.
Do you offer location photography?
Yes, we offer location sessions within 20 miles of our Watsonville studio for a $100 fee, with custom quotes available for longer distances.
What's included in the 40 Over 40 package?
The $690 package includes pre-shoot consultation, professional makeup, three wardrobe changes, and a $500 credit toward portrait collections featuring your images.
How do I book a session?
Contact us through our website or call 831-458-2377 to schedule a free consultation and reserve your session date with our online booking system.
What payment options are available?
We accept credit card payments through our secure Stripe portal and offer interest-free payment plans for portrait collections.
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