About Gina Cinardo

Gina Cinardo

Photographer and Strategist

"More than a headshot — it’s a legacy in the making.”

Gina Cinardo owns and operates Ginici Studios, a boutique studio in San Luis Obispo, CA. She is the visual architect of personal brands — a powerhouse behind the lens and at the strategy table. As the founder of Ginici Studios, she empowers ambitious women entrepreneurs to show up confidently, consistently, and authentically across every touchpoint of their brand.

She doesn't just take pictures — she translates personality into powerful presence. With decades of photography expertise and a sharp eye for visual storytelling, she blends art and marketing into a seamless experience. Whether it's an editorial shoot, a brand audit, or an in-person workshop, Gina guides women to own their spotlight and elevate their identity.

With a clear goal to grow Ginici into a global $500K+ firm offering courses, audits, mentorship, and high-end imagery, her vision is nothing short of iconic.

Gina is strategic, stylish, and sincerely invested in her clients' success — helping them see what’s possible when they align their visuals with their voice.

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Gina got her degree in Fine Art Photography at Arizona State University and has been working as a photographer and designer for over 30 years.

Gina specializes in personal brand photography, editorial photography, and commercial photography.

Gina Cinardo is a professional photographer in San Luis Obispo and serves the entire county, including Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, Grover Beach, Oceano, Avila Beach, Morro Bay, Cayucos, Cambria, San Simeon, Santa Margarita, Atascadero, Templeton, and Paso Robles.

"Besides being a photographer, I’m also a strategist and a visionary. Thinking from the customer's point of view, I uncover the emotional connection that communicates how the brand improves their business or life. Once I know the connection, I can envision the stories that illustrate the message."

Gina Cinardo

We live in an image-obsessed culture with such high standards even to be considered beautiful. After working over 10 years managing a glamour studio, I saw what other women felt. I felt what other women felt. These standards and pressures make all of us feel inferior and self-conscious about our appearance. This is not true; we are all beautiful. This idea of beauty is just an illusion. When I would take a shot and show the client how she looked, I always saw her eyes widen in amazement and joy.

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MISSION

My mission is to show women the true beauty and value of who they are inside and out.