✦ Summer Specials · Ends August 31 | Performer Portraits · $275 · 2 hrs · 20 photos · Details → | Professional Headshots · $200 · 10 photos · Details →

Starfall Studios

West Seattle Photo Studio

Your photos don't look like you. They look like stock photos.

Every time someone Googles you, looks at your LinkedIn, or pulls your speaker bio — they're forming an opinion. A blurry phone photo or a stiff corporate headshot from three years ago isn't doing you any favors. You deserve a photo that looks like the person you actually are today.

That's what
Starfall is for.
  • ✓ 1,137 sq ft studio in West Seattle — 14-ft ceilings, full lighting kit, multiple backdrops
  • ✓ I stay on-site the entire session — not a booking platform, a real photographer
  • ✓ All gear included — lights, stands, modifiers, backdrops, props
  • ✓ Complimentary drinks (yes, cookies too)
  • ✓ Full refund with 72+ hours notice
  • ✓ 45 five-star Google reviews — read them before you book
  • ✓ Open 10am–10pm, 7 days a week
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$80/hrStudio Rental
45Google Reviews · 5.0 ⭐
2,000+Photos Delivered
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45 reviews · 5.0 ⭐ on Google Starfall Studios · West Seattle
45 Google Reviews · 5.0 ⭐ Rating · 2,000+ Photos Delivered · West Seattle · 4435 35th Ave SW · Open 10am–10pm Daily
Three Ways In

Which One Fits
Where You Are?

Rent the space on your own. Hire me to shoot. Or start with a summer special and see what the studio can do.

Shoot in progress at Starfall Studios

Studio Rental

Other Seattle studios charge $120–150/hr and leave you alone in a room.

Starfall is $80/hr and I stay on-site the entire session. 1,137 sq ft. 14-ft ceilings. Every light, backdrop, and prop included. 2-hour minimum. Room for your whole crew.

$80 / hour · 2-hr minimum Full refund with 72+ hrs notice

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Professional headshot photography by Jason Surh

Photography by Jason

You don't want to direct your own shoot. You want to show up and trust the photographer.

I spent 8 years as a Program Manager at Xbox and a Software Developer at Lockheed Martin. I bring that same precision to every shoot — headshots, teams, events, and brand content. Posing direction included.

Headshots from $300 Summer Special: $200 · 10 photos · ends Aug 31

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Social Proof

45 Five-Star Reviews.
And Counting.

45
★★★★★
five-star Google reviews
Read them on Google →
★★★★★

"Jason is a BRILLIANT photographer and videographer! Not only is his work world-class, the studio he has built is absolutely gorgeous. We had an incredibly supported time between the use of all of his equipment, interchangeable backgrounds, varied and fun lighting options, as well as the facilities of the studio. The bathroom is fully stocked with a shower, toiletries, and towels. We had warm cookies and were offered many different drink options to stay comfortable. Jason is easygoing, detail-oriented, and very professional. If you are considering booking, I couldn't recommend it enough!"

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Esjay Powell
Fashion & Style Shoot
★★★★★

"I had an amazing experience with Jason at Starfall Studios. From the start, his availability was incredibly flexible — he offered multiple dates and times to accommodate our group. During the shoot, Jason made everyone feel comfortable and confident. His turnaround time was also impressive — I had my photos taken on Sunday and received the edited images by Monday evening. The entire process felt seamless from beginning to end. I truly couldn't have asked for a better experience, and the photos turned out absolutely amazing."

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Shelby Clary
Headshot Photography
★★★★★

"As soon as we got there it smelt of fresh baked cookies and music was playing. It was such a welcoming atmosphere that all my nerves about the photoshoot seemed to melt away. I will definitely be telling my friends and others about StarFall Studios. 10 out of 5 stars!"

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Kitty Rage
Model · Dark Horror Group Shoot
★★★★★

"Jason is a true gem. His professionalism was clear from the start. The booking process for a team of 9 was so smooth and well organized. He kept in great communication through the whole booking process, leading up to the dates, and even after the shoots were all finished. The shoot itself was flawless, he gave great posing direction for the vision we had and the photos we received show just that! Will absolutely work with Jason again for future photo shoot needs!"

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Jeana McPherson
Team Headshots
★★★★★

"Let me just start with Jason is the best!! I had to get a headshot as a spin instructor for my studio and it was such a fun experience. I am typically someone that tries to stay as far away from a camera as possible, and I ended up having the greatest time at this shoot. He made everything so comfortable and easy. I'm SO EXCITED to get the photos back!! Seriously, I cannot recommend him enough."

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Miranda Rankin
Headshot Photography
★★★★★

"Starfall Studios is an incredible space, and a lot of that comes down to Jason. You can tell he genuinely cares about creating the best experience for everyone who walks through the door. He's responsive, accommodating, and goes out of his way to make sure you have everything you need for a great shoot. The studio itself is beautifully designed — high ceilings, warm wood floors, and excellent lighting that makes every session feel effortless."

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Uche Ofuonye
Studio Rental · Seattle
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If You Don't Love Your Photos,
Tell Me. I'll Fix It.

Sharp, well-lit, professionally delivered photos of you at your best.
That's my end of the deal. If I miss that bar, I'll reshoot at no charge.

I give every shoot real posing direction, lighting adjustments, and as many passes as your session allows. If something is technically wrong on my end — focus, sharpness, lighting — email jason@starfallstudiosseattle.com and I'll book a free reshoot. No runaround.

Ends August 31, 2026

Summer Specials.
Priced to Actually Book.

Two fixed-price packages. No hidden fees. No "starting from." These are the prices.

Headshot Special

Professional Headshots

Comparable photographers in Seattle charge $400–600+ for this. You walk away with 10 photos, delivered in 48 hours, for $200.

$200
Comparable value: $600+
You pay $200. That's it.
  • ✓ 10 professionally retouched photos
  • ✓ 45 minutes on camera
  • ✓ Up to 3 outfit changes
  • ✓ Any mix of framings — headshot to full-body
  • ✓ Delivered in 48 hours
  • ✓ Full commercial use rights
Book for $200 → See Full Details ✦ Offer ends August 31, 2026
Performer Portraits

Ren Faire & Performer Portraits

You've built the costume. You deserve photos that match it. A 2-hour session with 20 final images — at a rate comparable photographers charge $500+ for.

$275
Comparable value: $500+
2 hours. 20 photos. Done.
  • ✓ 20 professionally retouched photos
  • ✓ 2-hour session — full studio yours
  • ✓ Multiple backdrop and lighting setups
  • ✓ Costume, cosplay, armor, period dress — all welcome
  • ✓ Delivered in 48 hours
  • ✓ Full personal and commercial use rights
Book for $275 → See Full Details ✦ Offer ends August 31, 2026
The Process

Three Steps.
That's the Whole Thing.

No lengthy intake forms. No back-and-forth. Book, show up, get your photos.

1

Book Online

Pick your service, pick a time. Square handles the booking — card held at booking, charged at the end of the session. Takes 2 minutes.

2

Show Up

I'll have the studio set up before you arrive based on your shot list. Walk in, grab a drink, and we get to work. I handle the direction.

3

Get Your Photos

Final retouched photos in your inbox within 48 hours via private gallery. High-res, no watermarks, full rights. Use them anywhere.

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Objections

The Reasons You Haven't
Booked Yet.

Let's run through them.

"I'm not photogenic."

That's almost always a lighting and direction problem, not a you problem. Phone cameras in office lighting produce office-lighting photos. Controlled studio light — aimed correctly, diffused properly — is specifically designed to do what your phone can't. If you've never been photographed under real studio gear, you genuinely don't know yet what you look like in a well-shot photo. Most people are surprised.

"Is it really worth it for a headshot?"

Every recruiter, client, or collaborator who looks you up online forms their first impression from your photo — before they read a single word of your bio. A professional photo that actually looks like you is the cheapest professional upgrade most people never make. The question isn't whether it's worth $200. It's how long you've been leaving that impression on the table.

"What if I don't like the photos?"

I give real posing direction during the shoot — I'm not handing you a camera remote and walking away. If something is technically wrong on my end (sharpness, focus, lighting), I'll reshoot at no charge. If you want to talk through your vision before booking, email me: jason@starfallstudiosseattle.com.

"I hate having my photo taken."

Most people say this. Almost none of them still feel that way by the end of the session. I'll tell you exactly where to look, how to hold your body, when to shift your weight. You don't need to know how to pose — that's literally what I'm there for. Read the reviews — the word "comfortable" shows up more than any other.

"What's the cancellation policy?"

More than 72 hours before your session: full refund. Between 24 and 72 hours: studio credit for future use. Less than 24 hours or no-show: non-refundable. Same policy for every booking at Starfall.

Starfall Studios · West Seattle

Ready to Look Like
Yourself?

Summer specials end August 31. Studio is open 10am–10pm. If there's a slot open, book it — I'll have everything set up before you arrive.

$200
Headshot Special
10 retouched photos
Delivered in 48 hours
Ends August 31, 2026
Book Now → Get a Quote
🛡 If you don't love your photos, tell me. I'll fix it.

Or call: 425-341-3024  ·  @starfallseattle  ·  4435 35th Ave SW, Suite 106, Seattle WA 98126

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