They’ve been missing out, yourself included.
Ryan Parker is a headshot photographer in Edmonton specializing in clean, modern portraits for business professionals, teams and actors.
What I shoot
Here for business headshots, team headshots, actor headshots, office portraits, group photos, office culture, editorial portraits, commercial photography, leadership headshots, personal branding, musician portraits, dance headshots, influencer & content, kids & teens headshots.
business headshots
“Working with Ryan Parker Photography was a fascinating experience. Taking me from "can't I just take a selfie?" to "Wow, working with a pro is an incredible investment". Ryan is a consummate professional, from the pre-shoot preparation, to the experience during the session and afterwards, Ryan was outstanding. I would recommend Ryan to anyone, and strongly encourage all to think about asking Ryan to help capture the most important part of your brand - you!"”
“I contacted Ryan to have my professional headshot updated, and he was just amazing to work with. He is a consummate professional who exudes exceptional care for his craft and subjects. His communication was prompt and detailed from the get-go, the in-studio experience was enjoyable and relaxing, and he delivered a truly stunning finished product. In addition to a fresh, clean feel, looking at the image made me say "it just looks more like me than any other headshot I've ever had." So very, very worth the investment.”
“I was sent to Ryan by Agent and was very nervous but the minute I arrived to his studio that went out the window. It was an amazing session and I was extremely comfortable. Professional as ever he’s able to get you outside your comfort zone in order to get the best photo’s possible. When I need headshots again I know where I’m going!!! :))”
292 five-star Google reviews, and headshots shot for teams and executives at companies like these.
The approach
The photographer
The process
The studio
In the studio, it’s one standard rate. Simple, relaxed and efficient, and you leave with pictures that look natural.
You don’t have to be good at this.
Edmonton headshot photography — FAQs
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It depends on the session. For a standard individual session in the studio, get in touch for the details. Commercial, editorial and larger projects get their own quote, since they carry usage rights, more planning and more creative direction. Send the scope and you’ll have a quote built around it.
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Everything from the moment you book: a conversation about what the headshot is for, help with your prep, and unlimited looks on the day. You see the pictures as they’re taken, you choose them, and the retouching goes the way you want it. Your proofs are still there a year or two later, so you can come back for more.
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Mostly it comes down to what you wear and a good night’s sleep. Solid colours with little pattern keep the focus on your face; save bold patterns and logos for when they’re part of your brand. Before your session, you’ll get a list of exactly what to bring.
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Sessions are booked in 2-hour blocks, though most wrap up in about an hour. Don't worry, I'll direct you — nobody shows up knowing exactly what to do in front of a camera. If you just need one quick look, we can be done in as little as 15 minutes.
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Well, that’s not a question but I’ll play along. I hear this day in and day out. Photogenic defined means to photograph well or to look attractive in photographs. Here’s the kicker, photographing well has nothing to do with you and everything to do with the person taking the picture. When you stop thinking about how you look, you look like yourself, and that’s all anyone ever means by photogenic. You don’t have to get there on your own. That’s what the direction is for.
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Yes, the whole way through. Nobody walks in knowing what to do in front of a camera, and you don’t need to — that’s my job. Every session is shot straight into the computer, so we look at the pictures together as we go and stay on the same page the entire shoot. You won’t leave with questions about how it went. You’ll know, and you’ll be happy, because I won’t let you leave until you are.
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Yes, it’s a big part of the work. Your whole team matched, with a day that stays simple and organized, at your office or in the studio depending on your headcount and your space. See how a team day runs →
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Yes, as long as there’s a room that fits the setup. Send a note about the space and your headcount and we’ll figure it out.
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The studio’s at 5950 87 St NW in Edmonton, by appointment, and it travels across Alberta and beyond: Red Deer, Calgary and Toronto so far, and further when the job needs it.
292 five-star reviews on Google.
Jennifer RuparellSeptember 2026Ryan, you made this experience fun! I’m not a person who likes my picture being taken and you made my uncomfortableness a relaxed and playful time. The session was quick and smooth-perfect. I love, and my company loves the headshot. Thanks Ryan!
Nathan WaltersNovember 2023I discovered Ryan Parker Photography while doing a Google search just over a year ago. And am I ever glad I did!
One thing was very evident when working with Ryan. He’s a premier-level photographer that has crafted his skills over the years. From his workflow, technical ability, artistry, and professionalism, he has it all dialled in.
I highly recommend Ryan for anyone seeking a high-calibre, yet approachable, professional that will consistently deliver above and beyond. A great investment all around.
Arya SubramanianAugust 2026My fiancé and I chose Ryan for updated professional headshots, and we had a great experience working with him! Ryan was both professional and fun, creating a very relaxed atmosphere from the moment we started the session. Ryan was also very patient and put a lot of care into helping us narrow it down to our final shots!
Andy ReynoldsJanuary 2026I chose Ryan for my headshots because of his acting experience and because his portfolio contained images that clearly communicated something, rather than just being a collection of smiley corporate vanilla. He immediately understood what I was looking for (and why), and helped me express it for his camera. We had the shots I wanted down in very short order, although I felt like he would have spent hours with me if that's what it took. The images were expertly retouched by the end of the week, and I couldn't be happier.
Kija LadoApril 2024Ryan is just the best to work with, personable, knowledgeable, and super kind. The photos he took made me feel like a million bucks.
Nina PowellJuly 2026I hired Ryan to take our headshots for our company website. He was beyond excellent. From the initial consult to the final results, Ryan was professional, personable, talented, flexible and reasonably priced. The end results of our photos were exceptional. I highly recommend his company for any of your photography needs. A++
Shyam GaneshSeptember 2021Ryan is an absolute professional. I'm not normally comfortable posing for or taking any kind of photos but he made feel totally relaxed and at ease. His studio is professional and really well-equipped. I loved that I could see the photos as they were being taken, and that he used that to coach me on why he's asking me to do certain things that sounded weird. I also loved that we narrowed down the top photos right then and there, and that his touchup turnaround time was pretty quick. Super happy with my headshots and highly recommend Ryan Parker Photography!
Anisa DattuApril 2022It was so easy to work with Ryan. He made the entire experience so comfortable and my headshot turned out beautiful due to his professionalism, high tech set up and guidance! Highly recommend Ryan for your next headshot!
Reed McColmJanuary 2024Ryan Parker is a delight and a boon to all of us looks-challenged hobos who want to appear smart and personable in a photo. His kind demeanor and professional know-how goes a long way in the studio. Heartily recommended!
Deidre HarrisonMay 2026I am eternally grateful to have Ryan on my 'life team'! For over a decade, he has been capturing the most professional and magical headshots for me. He is spectacularly talented, and I truly cannot say enough good things about him. Here’s to many more years of working together.