Brand Photography in Ventura That Feels Like You

Written By Rikki Ramsey

Hey, you. Yeah, the small business owner with 42 tabs open right now…

You’ve got something awesome going on—a service, a story, a spark—and the world deserves to see it. Not through awkward headshots or stock images, but with real, personality-packed photos that feel like you.

I’m Rikki. I’m a photographer based in Ventura, and I specialize in fun, colorful, and totally unstuffy brand photography for small business owners, creatives, and anyone who wants to show up online with confidence (without faking it).

So… what is brand photography?

Think of it as the visual version of your elevator pitch.

It’s:

  • You, doing your thing (on camera, but not weird about it)

  • Photos you actually like using on your site and social

  • A shoot that doesn’t feel like a root canal

I work with all kinds of amazing humans— shop owners, stylists, creatives—basically anyone building something meaningful who wants to show up in a way that feels fun and real.

My style in a nutshell:

  • Vibrant (I love color, texture, sunshine)

  • Eclectic and cinematic (but never overproduced)

  • Down to earth (we laugh a lot—I promise)

  • Zero pressure (you get to just show up as yourself)

If you’re quirky, bold, quiet, creative, loud, or somewhere in between—we’ll make magic.

What it’s like to shoot with me

Let’s be real—most people do not love being in front of a camera. I hear it all the time:

“I’m super awkward in photos.”

“I never know what to do with my hands.”

But here’s the thing—I don’t expect you to know how to pose or be “on.”

My job is to make you feel comfortable, confident, and actually have fun with the process.

We’ll chat, plan, laugh, and get you a gallery full of photos that feel like your brand’s best version of itself.

Straight from the source:

“I have used Rikki now multiple times for my brand shoots. What I love about her is that I have requested multiple different styles and editing requests—and without fail, she nailed it every single time. She is very diverse with her shooting angles and can make anything look like a million bucks. If you’re local to Southern California, I highly suggest using her to capture not only your brand, but your family or any lifestyle shoots you want to do. Her turnaround time is quick, which is always a plus, and she is so communicative. I can’t recommend her enough.”

— Kylie B.

Based in Ventura (But Always Down to Travel)

I shoot all over Ventura, Ojai, Santa Barbara & LA. Whether it’s downtown alleys, colorful murals, cozy studios, or dreamy golden hour fields, I’ll help you find the perfect backdrop to match your vibe.

Let’s Create Something That Feels Like You!

If you’re ready for brand photos that are colorful, fun, and actually feel good to take—I’m your girl.

Let’s ditch the awkward and make space for something that feels real.

Reach out here or find me on Instagram @rikki_films_things and slide into my DMs.

Rikki Ramsey