J Heroun Portrait Photography

BOSTON’S PREMIER PORTRAITIST

Portraits with presence. Custom photography for discerning individuals.

  • Portrait of New England Patriots’ linebacker Jamie Collins, pointing a finger, slot on a dark background.

    Editorial-style Branding

    For entrepreneurs refining their brand, artists expressing identity, and families preserving legacy. Perfect for creative professionals, authors, and senior portraits.

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  • Close-up of a woman with curly dark hair looking at the camera with a neutral expression.

    Modeling & Fitness

    Elevated, editorial image-making for models, actors, and fitness professionals—shaped by the refined sensibility of a seasoned magazine Creative Director.
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  • Close-up portrait of a smiling woman with shoulder-length brown hair, wearing a blue top, against a white background.

    Premium Headshots

    Exquisitely crafted, modern headshots that reflect your ambitions and elevate your professional presence. Distinct by design—never formulaic.

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  • “Working with Joseph was fun and easy. Joseph is calm, kind and professional, fully aware of the challenges that taking a portrait or headshot may bring for the inexperienced client. Great photoshoot and photographs. Five stars.” —Anja Park

  • “I had an absolutely wonderful experience. From the very beginning, Joseph was warm, responsive, and incredibly thoughtful. He understood what I was hoping to capture, and brought not only technical excellence but also genuine artistic insight to the session. The entire process felt relaxed, efficient, and inspiring. Joe’s attention to detail, professionalism, and kindness made me feel completely at ease, and the final photos exceeded my expectations — they’re both beautifully composed and full of character. I’m so grateful for his time, care, and creativity, and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer who truly understands both the art and the person in front of the lens. Thank you again for everything, Joe!” 🥰 —Ziwei Ma

  • “It was my second time visiting the studio for a professional business profile headshot. Last time I did it about 2 years ago and the picture helped me to land my first job. It has always been a pleasure to work with Joe. Highly recommend!” —Alice Tan

  • “Joseph came highly recommended, is a great guy, very professional, and knows how to make great results happen. Would 100% use him again.” —Chris McDonough

  • “It was my first time at a phot shoot and I was nervous as hell! J quickly made me comfortable and it was an absolute pleasure working with him. He really mastered his craft and will always capture the best shot. He is inspiring and a great person to chat with. I’m already looking forward to working with him again.” —Kosta Kalmanides

Signature of J. Heroum in black cursive handwriting

Coming Attraction

The Wall Art Visualizer
What good is beautiful art if no one sees it?

Treasured photographs deserve a prominent place in your home for everyone to appreciate.

Coming soon, we will feature a virtual service that allows you to visualize art in any room and at any scale. Once you’ve decided, we can guide you through the printing options, and to help you make informed choices regarding mounting, framing, and more through our partner WhiteWall, the world’s finest full-service photo lab.

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