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Photography by Cristal — EST. 2004
Where your image meets your imagination and your identity becomes paramount.
Hi everyone,
I’m Cristal VanCarson, international model and photographer with over 30 years of experience in front of the camera, behind the camera, and throughout the entertainment industry. I built this community to give you something I never had growing up in Hollywood or Tokyo: a safe, supportive place where you can learn, grow, and build a real career.
Whether you’re here to:
📸 Build a modeling portfolio
🎭 Improve your acting headshots
👑 Prepare for a pageant
⭐ Get guidance on signing with an agent
📱 Create high-impact social media content
🎞️ Develop multimedia for brands, reels, or auditions
💼 Receive total management and direction for your image
…you are in the right place, and I’m here to help you rise.
Inside my studio, you’ll get:
✨ Professional portfolio development
✨ High-end headshots (studio + on location)
✨ Image consulting + posing guidance
✨ Modeling and acting coaching
✨ Social media branding support
✨ Pageant preparation + sponsorship opportunities
✨ Career advice and introductions where possible
I’ve traveled the world as a model — Tokyo, Osaka, Los Angeles, New York — and I’ve spent decades crafting images, coaching talent, and helping new faces break into the industry with confidence.
Now I’m bringing all those years of experience directly to YOU.
This community is your studio.
Your safe space.
Your training ground.
Your place to evolve.
I’m honored you’re here — and I can’t wait to begin shaping your next chapter together.
Welcome to Photography by Cristal.
Let’s create something unforgettable. 💫