BAY AREA PORTRAIT STUDIO

Feels editorial but open-ended enough for branding, personal, or maternity.

WELCOME TO

LUMINOUS SPACE

Luminous Space is a San Mateo–based photography studio founded in 2021 by Jessie Zhang. Known for her intuitive and emotionally attuned approach, Jessie captures more than just appearances—she reveals the spirit within.

Inspired by editorial aesthetics, Luminous Space blends art and fashion to create timeless, emotionally rich visual stories.

We work with a diverse community—career women, mothers-to-be, models, brand owners, families. Here, you don’t need to pose or be perfect—just be yourself.

Branding Portrait
Luminous Space maternity couple portrait
Model Portrait
Portrait of a smiling woman with long dark hair, wearing a gray blouse and matching skirt, standing against a plain gray background.

BUSINESS PHOTOGRAPHY

Get standout professional headshots in San Mateo with editorial-style portraits perfect for LinkedIn, branding, and more. Book your session today!

Editorial-style portrait
Model portrait of a man in black turtleneck against a soft gray background.

BRANDING & FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY

From model portfolios and designer lookbooks to personal branding and fashion editorials, we tailor every shoot to reflect your story, your style, and your ambition.

Maternity portrait of a woman in a sheer gown, lying under soft light.

MATERNITY PORTRAITS

Celebrate your pregnancy with elegant, editorial-style maternity portraits at our studio. Each session includes designer gowns, professional styling, and timeless images that honor the beauty of motherhood.

Family Portrait

FAMILY & MILESTONES

Capture life’s most meaningful moments—engagements, anniversaries, family portraits, and more. With expert lighting, curated backdrops, and guidance, we create a relaxed, beautiful space where your most authentic self shines.

OUR SERVICES

THE STUDIO

Luminous Space is a bright, modern portrait studio located in central San Mateo, California—designed for high-end editorial and branding photography. Our studio features natural sunlight, professional Profoto lighting, a fully equipped makeup station, private wardrobe area, and convenient parking right in front and back.

We specialize in creating powerful, magazine-style images for creative professionals, models, fashion designers, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking premium portraits. From branding photoshoots and model portfolios to maternity, family, and fashion editorials, every session is tailored to tell your story with clarity, emotion, and style.

Best Portrait Studio in San Mateo
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Luminous Space Studio
Comfortable Shooting Space
Outfit for filming
A white teddy bear made of artificial roses with a black ribbon around its neck, positioned on a white and green surface, in front of a green privacy screen.

 

  • A pregnant woman with long blonde hair wearing a black dress with a high slit, standing against a gray background.

    “From start to finish I was in amazing hands. The photographer was so fun and professional!”

    Lindsey

  • A multi-ethnic family of five standing together on a dark grey background, smiling and looking at each other.

    “We LOVE Luminous Space! It is the BEST PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE EVER.”

    STELLA Y.

  • A smiling woman in a white dress embracing a seated man in a white shirt and black pants, both against a plain gray background.

    “Very Talented photographer for sure, but her thoughtfulness and kindness impressed me even more”

    Georgia

  • A smiling man in a blue suit, white checkered shirt, and black tie, standing with arms crossed against a gray background.

    “I had a good time taking a photo in this downtown studio. They helped me with my poses and facial expressions.”

    John