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A practical guide to the essential photos every business website needs to look professional, trustworthy, and current — without overthinking it.
Get ready for your NJ brand photography session with this step-by-step prep guide. From outfit tips to prop checklists, learn how to feel confident and camera-ready.
See how Solhaus Media captured the Survivor Wealth Summit in DTLA through nonprofit event videography rooted in storytelling and social impact.
Looking for the best New Jersey brand photography locations? Here are 5 client-tested spots—from peaceful trails to bold, beachy backdrops—that elevate your visual brand story.
Amy Young’s New Jersey brand photography session with Bernadette Marciniak was filled with laughs, empowerment and a shared inability to explain to family and friends what you do for a living.
See how this speaker reel for leadership and Enneagram coach Tracy O’Malley captures powerful stage presence, emotional storytelling, and audience connection — helping position her for keynote bookings and media opportunities.
What makes a speaker reel actually work? Learn what footage, structure, and storytelling turn a collection of clips into a speaker reel that gets you booked.
Hiring a video production company for your nonprofit? Learn what questions to ask, what to look for in a portfolio, red flags to avoid, and how to find a true strategic partner.
Go behind the scenes of Dr. Gertrude Lyons’ professional speaker reel. Learn how we crafted a story-driven speaker reel using TEDx, media, and live event footage.
See how Los Angeles branding photographer Solhaus Media captured bold, high-energy brand photos for business coach Kaitlin Anthony of The Beam Life—no blazers or boss-babe clichés here.
Explore how Solhaus Media captured the essence of Woman in Bloom, a women’s empowerment and hormone health event in Los Angeles. Full panel coverage, sponsor highlights, and authentic photo + video storytelling.
Pitch Club Founder Rebecca Cafiero uses event videography in Los Angeles to capture the emotions of feeling and seeing a story unfold, resulting in $250k ROI.
See how Los Angeles event photography and videography by Solhaus Media brought the Latinas in Beauty nonprofit launch to life. From red carpet moments to keynote speakers, this Beverly Hills event was one to remember.
The story behind parenting coach Susie Menkes of Healthy Little Sleepers warm, real-life brand photography session . This Los Angeles photo session captured in-home moments, baby sleep routines, and strategic b-roll for her rebrand.
Abby is a Bay Area fashion stylist in the Silicon Valley experiencing a tremendous amount of growth in her business, so she knew it was time for a Bay Area video production for her brand with brand videographer Bernadette Marciniak of Solhaus Media.
Los Angeles women’s event photographer and videographer Bernadette Marciniak shares about Erin Porter’s Energetics of Business event, where Solhaus Media provided video coverage.
Feeling nervous about booking a brand shoot because of body image? Los Angeles personal brand photographer Bernadette Marciniak shares her raw, honest journey with body positive branding—plus why your dream clients are not waiting for you to shrink first.
This Los Angeles event videography for the non-profit Every Day Action documents their annual gala to raise funds for the greater good. Video by Solhaus Media.
Los Angeles brand photographer and videographer Bernadette Marciniak shares about her session with Ilene Cohen, a registered dietician educator coach.
Ready for brand photos that actually work for your business? Here’s everything you need to plan a powerful brand photoshoot—from finding the right photographer to styling, props, and prep tips that help you feel like a boss.
SF Bay Area brand photographer Bernadette Marciniak shares about her session with Rebecca Cafiero on collaborations, using prompts vs scripts, and other tips for branding sessions.
Discover how Los Angeles brand photography brought April Clemmer’s fashion styling business to life with a team of designers ranging from wardrobe to makeup.
SF Bay Area event video production company founder Bernadette Marciniak of Solhaus Media shares her story about growing her business from a one person team to her dream agency made up of women and allies.
Take a look how SF Bay Area event videography can be used to promote an inaugural business event with some staging and stock footage, all while staying on brand.
Looking for personal brand photography in the SF Bay Area? See how Solhaus Media captured bold, fine art-inspired brand photos for a creative photographer with a vibrant, personality-filled style.
Parenting coach Megan Thompson was ready for a new set of brand photos to promote her new podcast and launch her new website in this SF Bay Area brand photo shoot.
Brand photos for esthetician Monina Wright of Moderne Beauty by SF Bay Area brand photographer Solhaus Media. See behind the scenes of a personal branding session designed to highlight her beauty expertise and dynamic personality.
This Bay Area brand video production for Melissa Dean resulted in a library of videos for Melissa’s midwivery business, Casa Natal Birth & Wellness Center
HI, I’M BERNADETTE!
Founder of Solhaus Media, a woman-owned brand photography and video production company. We work with impact-driven organizations, businesses, coaches, healers, podcast hosts, educators and creatives to create powerful imagery that converts audiences into clients.
I’m a cat mom of two, love good pizza, am a sucker for California cabernets, and I’m usually bingeing on the hottest new true crime documentary, or finding solace in the upteenth repeat of Ted Lasso or Friends.
Solhaus Media is based in Los Angeles, the SF Bay Area, and New York City.
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Discover how this hybrid speaker reel for Dr. Liza Marquez combines stage footage, personal brand messaging, and testimonials to create a powerful marketing video for speaking engagements.