Business Details
3 Years
experience
Im Kate, owner and principal photographer of Pacifica Studio. Photography is not just my professionits my lifelong passion. I work with both film and digital media, finding balance between the evocative depth of film and the precision of digital techniques. Film photography offers a sense of nostalgia and artistry, while digital tools allow instant creativity and adaptability. Merging these methods, I strive to produce imagery that captures emotion and meaning. Its an honor to serve each client who entrusts their memories to Pacifica Studio.
Served areas
- San Francisco Bay Area
Details
- Year established: 2023
- Employees: 1
- Licensed
- Insured
Highlights and features
- We are owned by professional lead photographer Kate Zotova.
- We have over 135 combined 5-star Google and Yelp reviews.
- We offer natural retouching that preserves your authentic appearance.
- We provide end-to-end service from booking to final delivery.
- We serve Santa Clara and the greater Bay Area on-location.
Payment methods
- Cash, Checks, Debit cards, Credit cards, Mobile payments, Bank transfers
Services
Headshot Photography
Our headshot photography service is dedicated to helping professionals and companies present their best image. We deliver expertly lit, high-quality portraits that capture the essence of your brand and character. Whether for individuals or corporate teams, our approach combines artistry and precision to create impactful, memorable photographs.
Portraits
Pacifica Studios Portraits sessions are built around genuine expression and comfort. We specialize in capturing the essence of who you arewhether for a graduation celebration, dating profile, or lifestyle portfolio. Each session is thoughtfully designed to bring out your natural confidence and showcase your personality effortlessly.
Events & Candid Photography
Our Events & Candid Photography service captures the essence of your special occasions through genuine, expressive imagery. We document the laughter, atmosphere, and heartfelt interactions that make your events memorable. Each photo reflects the individuality of your gathering, from lively birthday celebrations to meaningful corporate events.
Reviews (16)
Zahra Shokri Varniab
Sep 10, 2025
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I had such a great experience at this studio! She was incredibly nice and respectful, and when I asked to change my outfit, she was so accommodatingI switched between three different colors of blazers with no problem at all. She followed every pose and line I requested perfectly, and the retouching process was super fast. Everything turned out exactly the way I wantedhighly recommend!
John Paul Turnage
Sep 09, 2025
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Kate worked magic. She gave me exactly what I needed, a professional head shot, in only twenty minutes, for an excellent price. I cant recommend her highly enough. I drove an hour to get to her studio, and the value I received was well worth the trip.
Amy Lambert
Sep 01, 2025
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I had such a great experience with Kate at Pacifica Studio! She was warm, friendly, and very accommodating throughout the session. She took the time to ask what my headshots were for so she could recommend the right style and background colors to fit both my needs and my outfit. Kate gave helpful guidance on posing, and I never felt rushed or uncomfortable. The photos turned out beautifully, and her touchups were subtle yet professionalexactly what I was hoping for. Ill definitely return to Kate for future photos and highly recommend her to anyone looking for professional headshots.
David Box
Aug 26, 2025
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I have to say I was extremely impressed with Kates professionalism and talent! She was able to find the right details for my perfect headshot I needed for work. I will definitely come back and refer friends to Kate.
Madelaine Altman
Aug 14, 2025
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Kate was incredibly professional, kind, and accommodating. Her work was detail oriented and incredibly quick, and I appreciated that I got the entire portfolio of photos (and 3 excellently retouched). It was very easy to change outfits and she tried several different backgrounds based off my needs. Would absolutely recommend!
Jc N.
Jul 13, 2025
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I had a fantastic experience working with Kate! From the moment we started, she was incredibly kind, patient, and professional. She has an amazing eye for detail, lighting, and angles, every shot felt intentional and elevated. I especially appreciated how comfortable and confident she made me feel during the session.
Kate stayed in touch with me throughout the process, answered all my questions, and delivered the edited images super fast.
The final photos were stunning. I'm beyond happy with the results. Thank you, Kate, for your outstanding professionalism and for capturing me so beautifully. I absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for high-quality photography with a personal touch!
Kate stayed in touch with me throughout the process, answered all my questions, and delivered the edited images super fast.
The final photos were stunning. I'm beyond happy with the results. Thank you, Kate, for your outstanding professionalism and for capturing me so beautifully. I absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for high-quality photography with a personal touch!
Joyce Jang
Jul 05, 2025
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Kate was super easy to communicate with and answered all my questions leading up to the shoot. She gave super clear directions to her studio, was on time, and made the whole experience so fun and comfortable. The photos came out amazingI got all my pictures the same day, and the retouched ones just a couple days later! I'm very happy with how everything turned out :)
Young
Jul 04, 2025
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I highly highly recommend this Studio! We went there for my teen daughter's "A Few Good Shots Headshot Package". Kate (the photographer) was kind and thoughtful through the whole process. She didn't rush to just get the job done, but worked with her patiently the whole time, giving professional input and exploring different ideas. The turnaround was very fast (same day). Photos turned out amazing, and the retouch was excellent. We're very happy with the outcome and the experience. I'd go back to Kate when we want our next photos done!
Felicia Hung
Jul 03, 2025
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Kate was amazing to work with! She was patient in fixing my crazy hair and helping me find my angles. I needed a headshot for residency photos and she absolutely nailed it. Photo turnaround was super fast and the edits were perfect.
Christina Batelle
Jul 02, 2025
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Kate was AWESOME to work with! I needed professional headshots for a new position and everything from the initial booking, payment, guided photo session, and retouching was a breeze. I highly recommend Kate and will definitely be back! She knows what shes doing, is very efficient and delivers a beautiful product!
Zhantao Chen
Feb 22, 2025
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Kate is so professional and patient. We tried many different backgrounds, poses, and outfits within just half an hour. Kate is very experienced and knows exactly how to make you look best! I am very happy with my photos. HIGHLY recommend!!
Nitin Shastri
Feb 17, 2025
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Kate was very professional, friendly and we experimented with a lot of different photo angles / styles. She also communicated proactively and turned around the photos quickly. I would highly recommend engaging Kate for your next professional headshot.
Rui Zhang
Jan 06, 2025
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Kate did an excellent job taking photos for me. Her photography style is very natural and captures daily life beautifully. Although we booked for 1 hour, the session ended up lasting over 2 hours, as Kate made sure I was completely satisfied with the results. She was incredibly patient and attentive to my needs. We explored multiple spots on the Stanford campus, and at each location, Kate took the time to find the best angles, considering the background, lighting, shadows, and overall composition. In the end, the retouch part is also very detailed and of great quality. I highly recommend her business to any potential customers.
Aprajita Mathur
Sep 12, 2024
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I found Kates business through yelp. This was my first time getting professional shots clicked. Kate is excellent at what she does and guided me through the process and things to consider before the shoot. She is very prompt with her communication and she helped me build a wonderful portfolio of pictures that I can use now. I am thankful to have found her. The quality of work , time of delivery and the overall experience is great. I would highly recommend her.
Svetlana Pushkareva
May 22, 2024
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I had an amazing experience working with Kate. From start to finish, she was professional, creative, and attentive to every detail. The photo session was fun and relaxed, and Kate made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process. The final images exceeded my expectationsthey beautifully captured the essence of the moment with stunning clarity and artistic flair. If youre looking for a photographer who is both talented and a pleasure to work with, I highly recommend Kate. You wont be disappointed!
Jacque Fong
May 20, 2024
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Kate did a lovely job, from the resources available at her studio, to the professionalism as a photographer (to include how to help instruct how to pose), to her availability and flexibility to work with the client's request. Would highly recommend if anyone wants professional photos done!