March 23, 2025
Camera vs Artist
- Personal
NOT JUST A HEADSHOT. A LEGACY.
Stand out in a competitive market with an image that feels alive.
THE ART OF THE EXTRAORDINARY.
Because a casting director shouldn't just see your face—they should see your range.
BEST KNOWN FOR
Creating cinematic, high-end portraits for performers and professionals who refuse to settle for "decent" images of themselves.
I approach every session as a portrait artist with a genuine curiosity for who you are. By capturing your presence in its best light, I create imagery that helps you fall in love with your own story.
CLIENTS
Proudly Serving Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia
Portraits that demand to be seen. Images that immortalize your essence.
EightFive Studios is a premier portrait and headshot studio in the Washington DC area, dedicated to the art of capturing individuality.
Whether you are an actor pursuing a defining role or a professional ready to command your industry, you deserve more than a "decent" shot. I combine technical precision with a genuine curiosity to capture the version of you that you’ve always seen in your mind’s eye.
The Definitive Washington DC Corporate Headshot
Fifteen Years of Technical Mastery. A Lifetime of Artistry.
In a city built on first impressions, your image counts for a lot. It should be undeniable. With over a decade of experience across New York and DC, I don't just provide a service; I provide an investment in your legacy. Whether you're an actor seeking a career defining role or a professional ready to command the room, I am here to ensure you're sending the right message. Let’s create the best image ever captured of you.
This is our process:
I. Book the date
The first step is to book your session date and time. From there we'll get a pre-consultation done to understand the specific needs of your project.
II. PHOTO SESSION
During the session, we'll work together to capture a variety of poses, expressions, and angles to showcase your personality. We'll provide guidance on posing, expression, and body language to ensure that the client looks confident and natural in front of the camera.
III. Post processing & Delivery
After your session you'll get same day delivery of all images and once you select your favorites they'll be retouched within 72 hours. This may include color correction, blemish removal and cropping to achieve the desired look.
TESTIMONIALS
Working with Marvin was such a pleasure. He made me feel very relaxed and comfortable and spent a lot of time with me to get just the right picture. I was so pleased with how the pictures turned out and I highly recommend him.
Jessica
ACTRESS
TESTIMONIALS
Marvin was the perfect professional. He scouted a superb location, and had everything prepared before I arrived. He was efficient and respectful of my time without rushing the process. He had a sharp eye and a quick wit. I’d definitely recommend him to anyone looking for professional headshot photography services.
NAthan
Business professional
TESTIMONIALS
Marvin was efficient and professional in dealing with a number of staff getting their photos taken. He clearly knew how to coach someone quickly on how to pose. He had a system for organizing the photos and the turn around was timely.
Jessica
Writer & SPeaker
TESTIMONIALS
Working with Marvin was a really fun experience. He’s very knowledgeable about photography and explained to me what he was doing in an accessible and interesting way. He has a great sense of humor and I would work with him again in a heartbeat!
Dave
Musician
TESTIMONIALS
Marvin was such a pleasure to work with! He really made me feel comfortable in front of the camera and was always trying new things to try and get the best shot possible. He made the whole experience easy, breezy, beautiful- covergirl style! I couldn’t be happier with the way my photos turned out and would highly recommend Marvin for any photographic needs you might have.
LISA
medical professional
TESTIMONIALS
My experience shooting with Marvin was nothing but positive! He is professional, pleasant to work with and very encouraging for those who have little experience in front of the camera. I absolutely love my new headshot!
AMY
Soprano SINGER
TESTIMONIALS
Marvin was awesome to work with. Flexible and responsive with scheduling; timely on location; professional, funny, and personable through the process of picking spots, posing, and shooting. Managed to take great photos despite the handicap of having to work with me.
alex
news media
TESTIMONIALS
Working with Marvin was pleasure. Not only was he professional, but he also knew how to make the picture taking process seem easy! He knew exactly where to place me and how to direct my movements to create the perfect picture! Not to mention, the turn around time on the photos was great!
ANGELA
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
TESTIMONIALS
Working with Marvin was a breeze. He had a flexible schedule, an easygoing attitude, and some serious picture-snapping skills. 10/10 would photo with again.
GEORGE
MUSICIAN
TESTIMONIALS
As someone with anxiety I was nervous going in, but he put my anxiety at ease right away and made me laugh a lot during the whole process. The headshot photos came out spectacular and it was a wonderful experience. I’m hoping to meet up with him again in the future and take some summer photos.
Savan
IT professional
