Chicago Headshots for Professionals, Actors & Teams
Get noticed. Get hired. Get booked.
Getting a headshot should feel easy. You show up, I’ll guide you through it, and we’ll get you something you feel good about using.
17 Years Experience
Photographing people professionally since 2009.
Built Around You
Lighting, background, and direction change based on who you are and what you need the photo for.
Reshoot Guarantee
If we don’t get what you need, we’ll make it right with a reshoot.
CHICAGO BUSINESS HEADSHOTS
A headshot you’ll feel good about using.
The shoot is easy and collaborative, with direction tailored to how you want to come across. You can view images as we go, and if we miss it, I’ll make it right with a reshoot.
Sessions from $200 • Retouching included
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A range of looks built around you.
We’ll create images that feel specific to your type, with variety that makes sense. Different backgrounds, brighter commercial options, moodier theatrical looks, and a collaborative process the whole way through.
Sessions from $200 • Retouching included
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Clean, consistent headshots without dragging out the workday.
I keep things organized, keep people moving, and make the process easy for your team and the person coordinating it. You end up with a consistent set of photos without turning it into an all-day event.
Starting at $750
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About Kyle
Rapidly greying Chicago dad, music nerd, and chicken wing enthusiast. Full-time photographer since 2009.
I spent nearly a decade at Kim Jew Photography studio in Albuquerque, and four years shooting commercial work for WeatherTech before opening my studio in Chicago. Since then, I’ve photographed actors, professionals, and teams at companies like PepsiCo, Tropicana, and Morgan Stanley.
No matter who’s in front of the camera, the goal is the same: create something you feel good putting out into the world. I try hard to make the whole process relaxed, comfortable, and easy.
17+
Years Experience
1000's+
People Photographed
TESTIMONIALS
Customer Feedback
We worked with Kyle to coordinate corporate headshots for Emerson Appleton Group in Rosemont and he could not have been more accommodating, professional, and kind. He is a budget-friendly photographer and his work aligned perfectly with our company’s culture. He successfully delivered headshots for over 100 of our employees while incorporating his coaching skills and allowing every employee here to feel comfortable and confident. Thank you so much Kyle for your help on perfecting our professional image!!
My husband and I recently went to Kyle for headshots. Between the two of us, we had eight changes of clothes. Kyle made us feel comfortable, relaxed, and never rushed. He was thoughtful, creative, patient, and brought out our best, most smiley, selves. The finished photos look wonderful. And his rates were quite reasonable. We highly recommend Kyle for whatever your professional photography needs may be.
Kyle is a very talented and professional photographer. He helped me feel at ease and has a great eye for how to get the best shot possible! The background color choices were great and we even got to take some photos outside with natural light. I highly recommend Kyle to anyone interested in getting new headshots or portraits!!
Kyle was amazing!! Accommodating, professional, and friendly! I’m so happy with my pictures. Going forward, I’ll be referring everyone to him. I will certainly be back. Thanks, Kyle!
Fantastic experience! Kyle was professional, honest, and fun to work with. Highly recommended
FAQs
Quick answers to common questions. If you’re still unsure, shoot me an email.
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Sessions start at $200 and include retouched images. Most people choose the Signature session ($350), which gives you more time, more variety, and three retouched images.
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You can either pay in full or reserve your session with a 50% deposit. The remaining balance is collected after the session.
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Yes. Most people I photograph are not models and don’t love being in front of a camera. I guide the whole thing so it feels easy, and you leave with photos that actually look like you at your best.
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Express: ~30 minutes · Signature: ~90 minutes · Deluxe: ~2 hours. Most people choose Signature because it gives us enough time to relax, get a strong variety, and not rush the process.
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Proof gallery within the week. Final retouched images are delivered 2–3 days after you choose your favorites. Rush delivery is available if you need them faster.
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I guide you through the whole process and we review images as we go, so nothing feels like a guessing game and you leave with strong options.
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Simple, solid colors usually work best. Avoid busy patterns or logos. Bring a couple options and we’ll figure out what feels most like you and fits how you’ll use the photos.
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Yes. Signature and Deluxe sessions allow outfit changes. Express keeps things simple due to the shorter time.
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The studio is in Logan Square (2519 N California Ave) — a 7-minute walk from the Blue Line, two blocks from 90/94, with free street parking right outside.
KYLE BONDESON
With 17+ years of professional photography experience, Kyle Bondeson creates natural, confident headshots for actors, professionals, and teams across Chicago.
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Chicago, 60647