I’ve spent more than 20 years helping medical students and professionals look their very best for ERAS photos, and I’m proud to serve clients in Florida, Chicago, and nationwide. Whether you meet me in person at one of my studios or connect with me remotely, I’ll guide you step by step to capture a photo that not only meets every ERAS requirement but also shows your confidence and professionalism. My goal is simple—to make you stand out and feel proud of the image you submit with your application.
With 20 years of experience, I specialize in working with people who hate being in front of the camera. I’ve become one of the highest-rated Headshot and ERAS photographers nationwide. Feel free to ask for reviews—or simply search “Studio RedLeaf” to see why students trust me to capture their best side.
I start with your master photo in RAW format, then carefully edit it in Photoshop before exporting the final image as a high-resolution JPG.
With 20 Years of photography experience and an expert of photographing all skin tones for ERAS students to make you stand out. Specialized for medical program such a AAMC MyERAS application, Fellowship Program and other Medical School Applications
I’ve loved photography ever since I picked up my first 35mm film camera back in grade school. As a perfectionist, I relate well to medical students who also strive for precision. My goal is simple: to make you look like the smartest in your class. Let me help you capture the perfect ERAS photo, land your dream fellowship, and start your f
I’ve loved photography ever since I picked up my first 35mm film camera back in grade school. As a perfectionist, I relate well to medical students who also strive for precision. My goal is simple: to make you look like the smartest in your class. Let me help you capture the perfect ERAS photo, land your dream fellowship, and start your future on the best possible path.
Being a medical student is challenging enough—now you also need to prove yourself through a self-promoting application and a photo that sets you apart from the rest. With 18 years of experience, I know how to capture more than just an image. I’ll make sure your photo reflects confidence, expertise, and the qualities that show you’re ready
Being a medical student is challenging enough—now you also need to prove yourself through a self-promoting application and a photo that sets you apart from the rest. With 18 years of experience, I know how to capture more than just an image. I’ll make sure your photo reflects confidence, expertise, and the qualities that show you’re ready to stand out as the top candidate.
You’ll receive all of your high-resolution photos, and when you decide on your favorite, I’ll take care of resizing it for your fellowship application upload. The current ERAS requirement for fellowship applicants is a maximum file size of 100 KB, with dimensions of 2.5" x 3.5".
Our remote team has done thousands of headshots for students and business professionals. To make it even easier, we’ve created a simple method to help you capture a great photo using just your iPhone. From there, we provide professional retouching, editing, and background removal to give you a polished, professional result.
You’ll receive a simple booking link to choose a day and time that works for your VIP one-on-one remote session with the highest-rated headshot photographer in the country—someone who knows the ERAS requirements inside and out. During this call, you’ll get step-by-step guidance on how to take a phenomenal photo. Your chosen image will the
You’ll receive a simple booking link to choose a day and time that works for your VIP one-on-one remote session with the highest-rated headshot photographer in the country—someone who knows the ERAS requirements inside and out. During this call, you’ll get step-by-step guidance on how to take a phenomenal photo. Your chosen image will then be professionally retouched for skin imperfections, with the background seamlessly removed for a polished, studio-quality result..
You’ll receive one perfectly sized ERAS photo at 150 dpi, formatted to meet the current fellowship application requirements (maximum 100 KB file size and 2.5" x 3.5"). We’ll also provide two background versions—white and grey—so you can choose your favorite for ERAS while keeping both for future use. 🙂
Receive in correct size and 2 backgrounds
Receive in correct size and 2 backgrounds
Branding isn’t just for products—it works for people too. A modern, high-quality headshot can help convince a hospital or organization that you’re the perfect fit. You don’t need to look like a supermodel; with great lighting and the expertise of a seasoned photographer, your photo will showcase confidence and professionalism, giving you an edge over the competition.
analyzed ERAS photographs submitted by residency applicants based on photograph characteristics related to composition, attire, facial expression, hairstyle, and accessories. Pubmed.gov has analyzed ERAS photographs submitted by residency applicants, focusing on key characteristics such as composition, attire, facial expression, hairstyle, and accessories.
Candidates who chose a white background over grey gave their photos a clean, modern look that conveyed professionalism and polish. This style, first popularized by Apple commercials, has since been adopted by many of America’s largest and most trusted brands. Research also noted that students who smiled and wore jackets in their photos were more likely to match successfully. Interestingly, gender-specific characteristics were not found to influence match outcomes.
Your photo should include your full shoulders but they will still except it cropped like the example above. It's always better to have the photographer take a wider shot so you can crop it after to make sure you meet the taller height of the 3.5'" portion of the photo. Many students ask if it must be only forward facing like a passport photo and the answers is no, just make sure your dont do more than a 15 degree angle like all the photos on this page.
A photo file should not exceed these requirements:
Only photos with a lot of colors will be saved at the full 100kb. If you are wearing only 3 colors its perfectly normal to be 55-80kb in size. (Resolution will still be a full 150DPI)
Tips:
1)Bright lighting looks bests! it's always better to be a little over exposed than un exposed (darker) This will show way more face blemishes and have a muddy effect.
2) White background tends to have a more professional and modern feel. Grey was very popular in the 80s and 90s and can come across as dated.
3) Even if you take the photo yourself, Make sure you hire someone with Experience to properly compress your photo, Because this photo is so small and dimensions are not meant to be zoomed it's crucial to have a properly compressed so that it looks its best.
Certain characteristics of an ERAS photo have been found to be associated with more favorable match outcomes. A flattering, professional photo can be a powerful tool to improve your odds and help you stand out from the crowd.
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5 months ago
I was late to my appointment with Nick but fortunately he was still able to accommodate me kindly. I came in for an ERAS medical residency picture and he guided me with great detail (I don’t know anything about headshots so I appreciated it). He’s very professional and I could tell he puts in a lot of work to create a good business too. I’d recommend him to everyone!
5 months ago
Nick has great pricing and very flexible with timing, especially for a busy medical student schedule. Would recommend for anyone applying for Residency.
7 months ago
My husband and I took headshots at Redleaf for our medical residency applications. Nick was incredibly kind and helpful and his prices are unbeatable! I would recommend him to any medical student who is looking for an ERAS pic.
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10 months ago
Fast, professional and skilled. Nick made my medical residency application headshots easy and affordable.
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10 months ago
Nick was awesome! I needed photos for my residency application and he was quick and I received a link to my photos within 10 minutes of leaving the studio! Pricing was reasonable and unlike many places he gives you access to all your photos from the shoot without watermarks. Highly recommend!!!
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11 months ago
I came to Nick to do my ERAS/Residency headshot and I couldn't have been more pleased! He was very professional and kind throughout the entire shoot. He stops in between multiple times to let you see the pictures and will help you to pick the best headshots for your needs. I was sent the photos from the shoot within 1 hour of leaving (actually on my drive home). His prices are very reasonable and I recommend him for anyone that needs headshots done.
a month ago
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Great photo studio. I had an amazing and professional. Nick is a very experienced photographer and knew exactly what I needed for my residency application. He was thorough and the price was very good, I also got the pictures super fast. I would absolutely recommend!!
a month ago-
Nick was very helpful in guiding me through the process of a successful photoshoot and made sure I left with pictures that I was happy with. I highly recommend his services, especially for residency photos.
11 months ago
Nick was amazing! He explained what was going to take place and executed the shoot. I needed professional head shots for my residency application and I was able to review them before leaving the studio and with the next hour my photos were available. He takes plenty of photos from different angles so you’re able to choose the one to your liking.
11 months ago
I was having my ERAS picture taken for medical residency. Nick was excellent! He was very thorough in the beginning and explained out each of the shots would work. He stopped multiple times throughout the shoot to let me look and decide what I liked and didn't like. I did not feel rushed for time at all and the pictures looked great! I highly recommend! He has the most affordable price!
a year ago
Nick is amazing! I really did not like the previous headshot that I did and found Studio Redleaf after searching for a photographer that could do medical residency headshots. Being a broke med student, I really did not want to pay $300+, but Nick charges $125 for ERAS/VSAS photos. He is truly a professional. I never once felt rushed and he allowed me to take my time and fix my hair/makeup right before the shoot. What I liked most is how detail-oriented he is - from fixing my necklace to my shirt to even the tiny little stray hairs that were popping out. We tested around with different angles and different smiles and every so often, he'd let me look at the photos and choose which ones I liked and we tried to do a few more of those exact ones. In the end, I walked out with 70 photos to choose from, and he even asked me if I wanted to take more. He was super receptive to what I wanted, enthusiastic, and professional. He sends the photos within an hour, but if you check in on FB, he'll send you the pics within 10 min. I'm so happy with my new headshot and glad I came to studio redleaf!
a year ago
After doing quite a bit of shopping around for a good photographer for residency photos, I finally decided on Studio Redleaf and I'm so happy that I did! Nick is an excellent photographer and really knows how to bring out the best look for your photo. His attention to detail and friendly nature made for a casual and enjoyable photo shoot. I am so happy with my photos, and best of all, they were sent to me within 30 minutes of my photo shoot! I highly recommend Studio Redleaf photography to anyone looking to take professional photos. You will not be disappointed!
a year ago
I used Redleaf for residency headshots and it was a great experience. Very easy online booking, parking in the building, and the shoot itself was stress free. I was given clear, professional advice about how to pose and he adjusted his style throughout the session to fit my needs. Excellent experience. Highly recommend, especially for ERAS photographs.
Response from the ownera year ago
Thank you Laura, it was great working with you. You were very helpful on your feedback during the shoot. Congrats on your new position!
a year ago
Nick was awesome to work with and the photos turned out great! I got professional headshots for medical residency and I felt very happy with the end results.
a year ago
I went to Studio Redleaf for my graduation and residency head shots. Overall, it was a wonderful experience! Nick is very professional, thorough and patient. He made sure I parked in the proper location to avoid getting towed. Nick guides you every step of the way never doubting whether you missed any angles. I felt natural being in front of a camera again.
He ensures comfort and relaxation by letting you play a playlist on Alexa. Nick is also very fast. My photos were waiting for me in my inbox when I got home. He is affordable, reliable and provides a fun environment. I raved about his work to my colleagues seeking head shots for their applications to the upcoming Match season. I highly recommend Studio Redleaf for any occasion.
a year ago
HIGHLY recommend Nick at Studio Redleaf, he is a superb photographer with over 15 years experience who knows his profession well. He took wonderful professional photos that show my best side. He takes his time for light and clothing adjustments so you look perfect. Very easy to work with and absolutely worth it! I had the residency headshot package which is exactly what I needed, multiple photos with different angles and facial expressions, plus extras for the future. He even does touch ups on your favorite one. I was blew away with the great, fast service and quality of my photos. Pay a little extra than JC Penny or Walmart photo and LOVE your headshot!!
a year ago
Just had a photo shoot with Nick! It was a great experience!
I ordered a medical residency headshot for $125 and more than happy with the results. My goal was to get a nice professional headshots as soon as possible for a nice price. I saw a lot of offers from other studios for $30 or $40 but after that I found that it is only for 1 retouched image. Nick sent me all photos in 20 minutes after the shooting. He also offering retouching of any image you want, During the shooting he was very friendly, professional and I did not feel any anxiety.
Pros: Great and fairly price service, quick response, great variety of welcome drinks (sodas, coffee), free parking.
Cons: Was a bit difficult to find parking entrance due to wrong GPS location, but they were provided precise explanations with google maps links.
3 years ago
Nick is very patient and professional. I had my residency application headshot there. He gave me a lot a advices during the whole session. I get all the shots immediately after via Dropbox. Great job!
a year ago
Nick took excellent very professional photos in his studios. He was also a very nice person. I highly recommend him for interview pictures including for Medical residency interviews! Thanks again Nick.
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