My Story

I believe portraits have the power to change how people see themselves—and how others see them.

For years, I focused on executive headshots and personal branding portraits, helping professionals look confident, capable, and trustworthy. But over time, I noticed something missing in the photography world: real, professional images for online dating.

Too many people—especially men—are missing opportunities because they rely on phone selfies, outdated photos, or pictures taken by friends who mean well but don’t know how to light or direct properly. The result? Photos that make good people look unapproachable, awkward, or simply uninteresting.

That’s why I decided to focus my work on online dating photography. It’s one of the most needed yet ignored forms of portraiture today. A great dating profile photo can completely change the quality of your connections. I’ve seen how the right image builds confidence and helps people attract the kind of attention they actually deserve.

I work exclusively in Union and Morris Counties, New Jersey, creating portraits that feel authentic and natural. I photograph men and women of all ages—from young professionals just entering the dating world to middle-aged and senior clients rediscovering it. Everyone deserves to have photos that show who they really are, without filters or fakery.

While my main focus is online dating, I still offer personal branding portraits because authenticity matters there, too. Whether you’re building your career or looking for someone meaningful, your image tells your story before you ever speak a word.

At Verle Obri Portraits, my goal is simple: to help people look like themselves—confident, genuine, and ready for new opportunities, both personally and professionally.

Let’s create portraits that open new doors.