HI! MY NAME IS TIEN
I am a fashion and brand photographer based in the San Jose, CA and work all over the greater Bay Area. I primarily work with models and actors, local and national brands, and families in the fall season. (Ask me for a family portfolio link!)
My photography journey started in 2011 on my first trip to Paris, with my first “fancy” camera. After that I was hooked. Since then, I went from travel photography, to capturing families, kids, moms, entrepreneurs, and now models, actors, dancers and brands. Photography as a hobby overlapped with my career as a women’s clothing designer for 10 years, designing and trend forcasting for well known companies such as Old Navy, Gap, Athleta and Levi Strauss. You can see my love for fashion has lead me full circle into fashion and brand photography.
I am a mother of 3 incredibly photogenic children. I have lots of practice trying to evoke authentic moments in front of the camera, trying to get real smiles and laughter that are genuine. I’ve worked with dozens of models of every race, size, gender, and walk of life. My clients tell me that I make them feel comfortable. It’s probably because I tell so many stupid jokes. Every photoshoot I do, I strive to make it unique and special, because getting your photos taken is a very personal and intimate experience! I am honored every time someone chooses me to help represent themselves to the industry.
I am agency preferred! What does that mean? It means your agency trusts me to guide you, and ensure you get the best photos to represent you. I’ve worked with multiple agencies and have tons of experience with what they are looking for (and why!) I’ve spent countless hours pouring over hundreds of proof galleries, edits, working one on one with agents, and all this experience helps you get what you need.
When you are in a shoot with me, you can trust that everything I’m doing is to fulfill this purpose with the utmost care and expertise.
*photo courtesy of Amy Nghe, www.amynghephotography.com