Portrait of Santiago Leon, a Seattle-based photographer, standing outdoors with his camera and tripod amidst geometric concrete structures, surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage.

Seattle Photographer for Founders, Creatives & Brands

Santiago Leon is a Seattle-based commercial photographer and videographer whose work has been published in Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Architectural Digest (Italy), and the New York Post.

He is represented by Agency 26 in New York City for premium commercial and brand photography. His client roster includes Hyatt Hotels, The Plaza New York, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, GMC, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tiffany & Co., CB2, and DUER.

Santiago holds an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate and integrates aerial drone photography into architectural, landscape, and commercial projects.Santiago holds an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, integrating aerial drone photography into architectural, landscape, and commercial projects. He has photographed total solar eclipses for commercial clients, bringing the same editorial eye to some of nature's most demanding lighting conditions..

He produces a Spanish-language photography education YouTube channel and leads photography workshops internationally.

Every project, regardless of scale, starts the same way — with a conversation about the story worth telling.
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Where light meets adventure, every moment becomes its own story.

Credentials and recognitions

Logos of various brands including GMC, Hyatt, Tiffany & Co., Polo Ralph Lauren, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, New York Post, CB2, Architectural Digest, One Madison, DUER, Yahoo, San Juan Seltzery, The Plaza Hotel, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, and Compass.

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Modern living room with grand piano, wooden flooring, and city view through large windows. Includes white sofa, flat-screen TV, and indoor plants. Architectural Digest logo at the bottom.
Minimalist living room interior with white walls, light wooden floors, a white sofa, a wooden table with chairs, black spherical sculpture, and modern decor.
Elegant living room with vintage furniture, paintings, large windows, and Forbes logo.
Room with a grand piano, framed artwork on dark walls, stained glass window, bookshelf, and modern furniture; Architectural Digest watermark.
Modern living room with abstract art, beige furnishings, and a wooden table. Features a plush armchair, white chairs, a stylish lamp, and books on the table. Large window with curtains and "NEW YORK POST" logo at the bottom.

From the Blog: Stories Behind the Images

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Client Spotlight: Harkov Lewis Team
Client Spotlight: Harkov Lewis Team

Confident, relaxed portraits don’t happen by accident. Go behind the scenes of our SoHo branding shoot with NYC’s Harkov Lewis Team and hear why their marketing director said, “Working with Santiago was an absolute pleasure.”

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Portraits vs. Headshots: What’s Right for Your Brand?
Portraits vs. Headshots: What’s Right for Your Brand?

Not sure if you need a headshot or a branding portrait? Discover the key differences, what each session includes, and how to choose what fits your brand best.

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Top 10 Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Seattle
Top 10 Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Seattle

Discover the best Seattle locations to photograph cherry blossoms. Capture the elegance and beauty of spring through professional tips or your smartphone.

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Night sky with the Milky Way over a mountain; a person sitting on the ground in a blue jacket observing with a red lamp.

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