About Mike Harriel
Refined portrait, branding, and commercial photography designed to elevate presence, story, and identity
I enjoy creating imagery designed to elevate presence, and strengthen branding that leaves a lasting impression for my clients. Whether photographing portraits, entrepreneurs, commercial campaigns, or professional events, my focus is always the same - creating visuals that feel intentional, polished, and emotionally engaging. I love what I do.
Every session is approached with careful planning, professional direction, and an editorial eye designed to help my clients stand out with confidence and authenticity.
You should also know I have the necessary experience to be certified as a professional photographer (CPP), a designation received from the Professional Photographers of America (PPA), the world's largest nonprofit photography association organized for professional photographers, by professional photographers.
Based in Fontana, California, Mike Harriel Photography serves clients throughout the Inland Empire, Los Angeles, Orange County, and surrounding Southern California communities
My Approach
Photography should do more than capture a moment — it should communicate presence, emotion, and identity in a way that feels lasting and authentic
Every session begins with understanding the person, brand, or story behind the image. My approach combines careful planning, refined lighting, professional direction, and an editorial eye designed to create visuals that feel both elevated and genuine.
Whether working with entrepreneurs, professionals, families, or commercial clients, I focus on creating imagery that connects emotionally while maintaining a polished, high-end aesthetic.
I believe the strongest photographs are the ones that not only look beautiful, but also make people feel confident, seen, and remembered.
Designed with intention. Created to stand apart.
