3 Best Portrait Photographers in Thousand Oaks, CA

I have worked with Ashli multiple times, and she photographed me for the cover of a magazine and the cover of my book. She is talented, professional and very fun to work with. She made me feel very relaxed in front of the camera. I was pleased at how many photos I was able to use from one photoshoot. After working together she was extremely helpful when I needed additional pictures, and sees the value in having a long term client. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

From start to finish, the experience was truly wonderful. Beginning with hair and makeup, to a gown selection from Ashli’s studio wardrobe, to being made comfortable in front of the camera. I felt like a rockstar in this exclusive studio. There were so many luxurious products from which to choose. I decided on an Italian leather bound album. I now need to treat myself to a piece of wall art, doesn’t every woman deserve this What a lovely way to be remembered - Ann Banks.

We did our engagement photos with Ashli and it could not have been a more incredible experience. Ashli is amazing at making you feel like the most beautiful / handsome people in the world. Her positive energy and love for the craft is contagious and we had so much fun capturing our moments of love and joy. Her attention to detail, warm presence and commitment to our vision made the entire experience such a special part of our engagement journey and a day we look back on so fondly - she made it so much fun! We took our time at each location to perfect every detail and appreciate her thorough approach so much - the photos speak for themselves! We truly could not be happier. She’s the best in the business for any photography needs, but she really knocked it out of the park with our engagement photos. Thank you so much Ashli - Caitie & Luke.

Karen did an amazing job on my personal photos! Not only does she have a great eye in capturing me candidly in shots that made me look my best, but she also went above and beyond in making sure the photos were exactly what I was looking for. I wanted to look authentic with some minor refinements, and she did exactly that. Prior to the shoot she spent a ton of time making sure she clarified what I wanted, and prepared backgrounds and sample photos for the shoot. Then after a long day of shooting she personally sat with me for far longer than any standard photographer would to make sure I got the shots I wanted, so I left feeling confident. She truly cares about the end result and your personal goals, and has unbelievable talent. I highly recommend her.

We visited Karen's home studio for portraits ahead of a retirement gala, and the experience was fantastic from start to finish. Her professionalism was evident immediately — she made the whole session feel comfortable, organized, and un-rushed. What truly amazed us was her editing artistry. Karen has this incredible gift for retouching — every photo came back looking flawless. It's a rare skill, and it made the photos feel like a genuine gift to everyone celebrated at the gala. The portraits captured everyone's warmth and joy perfectly, and they were the highlight of the celebration. We couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. Thank you, Karen.

Karen is an absolute pleasure to work with. She brings a level of authenticity and artistic creativity that truly sets her apart—something you can really only experience in a thoughtfully executed, in-person photo shoot. Her portrait work is exceptional, capturing both beauty and personality with ease, and her retouching skills are nothing short of masterful. I highly recommend Karen Vaisman Photography to anyone looking for stunning, high-quality images. I’m already looking forward to working with her again in the future.