Tomiko's Photography provides tailored studio portrait sessions in Birmingham, creating professional headshots and expressive portraits. Tomiko's approachable style helps clients feel confident and natural.
Tomiko Franklin is a Birmingham-based portrait specialist whose studio practice is built around making people look — and feel — like their best selves. As the heart of Tomiko's Photography, her portrait work centers on deliberate, human-focused imagery: professional headshots, studio portraits, branding photography and social-media-ready images that communicate personality and purpose. Why choose Tomiko's Photography? Tomiko blends technical precision with a relaxed, conversational approach that immediately puts clients at ease. Whether you need a polished LinkedIn headshot, a set of professional portraits for your company profile, or a refined personal portrait, Tomiko focuses on authentic expression over forced poses. Her sessions emphasize flattering light, refined composition, and subtle direction so every image reads as both professional and unmistakably you. What makes her approach special is the combination of craftsmanship and care. Tomiko treats each session as a collaboration: she listens to your goals, offers guidance on styling and posture, and adapts lighting and backgrounds to suit your brand or personal aesthetic. Her experience with professional headshots and branding photography means she understands what recruiters, clients, and audiences respond to — from eye contact and body language to clothing choices that read well on camera. How she works: sessions are intentionally paced to reduce pressure and encourage natural moments. Tomiko starts with a short conversation to establish the look and tone you want, then guides you through relaxed posing and subtle adjustments. The studio environment is calm and supportive, with an emphasis on making the photo process straightforward, efficient, and enjoyable for people at every comfort level in front of the camera. Tomiko's Photography is proud of its reputation in Birmingham for consistent, high-quality portraits that help professionals and individuals present themselves with confidence. If you want studio portraits or business headshots that feel professional, genuine, and tailored to your goals, Tomiko brings the technical skill and personal attention to make images you’ll be proud to use across profiles, portfolios, and printed materials.