For over two decades, Shea Swinford has been capturing the essence of personal brands with empathy and curiosity.

Her journey began in San Francisco, where early experiences shaped her deep understanding of human stories. Shea's passion for photography ignited in her youth, evolved into a powerful tool for revealing authentic selves.

Shea is a visual storyteller with a camera who empowers entrepreneurs and industry leaders to showcase their genuine selves. She transforms traditional headshots into powerful branding imagery, helping clients recognize their true beauty and value. Through her lens, Shea doesn't just take pictures—she collaborates with you to define and amplify your professional narrative. You've poured your heart into building your brand, but is your visual narrative truly showcasing your best self? I understand that being in front of the camera can be daunting, especially if you've never felt photogenic. But with my 25 years of experience photographing real people—not just models and actors—I know exactly how to make you shine. My goal is to create powerful imagery that goes beyond a mere likeness— it amplifies your expertise. It transforms an impression into a lasting connection, thus impacting your revenue goals.

Brandi is an experienced brand strategist, entrepreneur, and website designer passionate about helping businesses and creatives build brands that truly stand out. She has launched brands in nationally recognized stores like Amazon, Walmart, and Scheels.

Brandi's background in occupational therapy deeply shapes her approach to branding and client care, grounding everything she does in empathy, creativity, and a holistic understanding of people’s needs. She is trained to see the whole person—their challenges, motivations, and environment—which allows her to design brand strategies and websites that genuinely resonate with clients and their audiences. Creative problem-solving and adaptive thinking are at the core of her process, so she develops innovative solutions tailored to each client’s unique goals.

Brandi guides entrepreneurs and visionaries through every stage of brand development—helping them turn ideas into brands and websites they love. Her hands-on, story-driven methodology creates authentic, magnetic identities that drive growth and connection.

Jody is a digital media marketing manager and content creator, is responsible for the creation, execution, and oversight of marketing campaigns designed to enhance the visibility of The Personal Brand Studio and Shea Photography. With a strong foundation in narrative photography, she possesses a deep insight into how photography can engage viewers and embody the core values of an organization's brand.

Elle empowers clients through wardrobe styling and posing coaching--creating standout images that not only reflect their confidence but also elevate their brand's visual narrative. Balancing strategic marketing with creative execution, her goal is to consistently deliver innovative solutions that drive brand engagement and client satisfaction.