Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Portrait Photographer in Columbus, Ohio
Simon Yao Studio has been capturing life's most meaningful moments since 1999, specializing in portrait photography that blends authenticity with sophisticated artistry. Our founder, Simon Yao, brings a unique perspective shaped by his Taiwanese heritage and American education, creating images that balance modern elegance with timeless tradition. We offer comprehensive portrait services including family portraits, high school senior sessions, professional headshots, and wedding photography, all enhanced by our European-inspired garden studio.With over 25 years of experience documenting generational milestones, our team combines technical expertise with a warm, personalized approach to create cherished visual legacies. Our commitment to excellence extends to every aspect of our work, from pre-session consultations to final image delivery, ensuring each client receives exceptional service and artistry.
Services
Portrait Photography
Wedding Photography
Family Portraits
Professional Headshots
Senior Portraits
Lifestyle Photography
Commercial Projects
Garden Studio Rentals
Photo Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 25 years documenting generational milestones with artistic expertise
- Unique European-inspired garden studio designed over seven years
- Customized approach combining natural light and sophisticated composition
- Specialized in multi-generational family portraits and professional branding
- Consistently featured in top wedding and lifestyle publications
Services
Portrait Photography
Custom portrait sessions capturing individuals, families, and couples with artistic authenticity. Our approach combines natural light techniques and sophisticated composition to create timeless images that reflect personal stories and relationships. Sessions available in our studio, garden, or on-location.
Wedding Photography
Comprehensive wedding documentation preserving your special day with elegant, storytelling imagery. We blend candid moments with artistic direction to create a cohesive visual narrative, offering both traditional and modern photography styles tailored to your celebration.
Professional Headshots
Modern headshots designed to enhance professional branding for individuals and businesses. Our sessions focus on capturing authentic expressions and polished presentation, with options for studio or on-location photography to suit your specific branding needs.
Family Portraits
Multi-generational family portraits that celebrate connections across ages and time. We specialize in creating cohesive images for families of all sizes, with expert guidance to ensure natural, joyful interactions that become cherished heirlooms.
Lifestyle Photography
Authentic storytelling through on-location photography capturing personal moments and milestones. Our approach emphasizes natural environments and genuine emotions, creating images that reflect individual personalities and life stories in meaningful contexts.
People
Simon Yao
Founder & Lead Photographer
Simon Yao is an award-winning portrait photographer with 25+ years of experience. Born in Taiwan and based in Columbus since 1999, he combines Eastern aesthetics with Western techniques to create timeless images. His work has been featured in top wedding publications.
Questions
What photography services do you specialize in?
We specialize in family portraits, high school senior photography, professional headshots, weddings, and lifestyle portraits using natural light techniques.
Do you travel for photography sessions?
Yes, we offer on-location photography services both locally in central Ohio and globally for special assignments.
What's included in your session fees?
Session fees include photographer's time, pre-session consultation, editing, and image preparation. Prints and digital files are purchased separately.
Can I use your garden studio for photos?
Our European-inspired garden studio is available seasonally for portrait sessions, offering a unique backdrop designed over seven years.
How experienced is your photography team?
Simon Yao has 25+ years of experience documenting generational milestones, with work featured in top wedding and lifestyle publications.
