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New Year, New Look: Why Team Headshots Matter for a Fresh Start

A new year is the perfect time to hit the reset button, not just personally but professionally. For businesses, it’s an opportunity to refresh your image, align with updated goals, and make sure your brand stands out in a competitive market. ...

Holiday Mini Sessions

Holiday mini-sessions are a great way to capture your family’s milestones and they also make a great gift for the holidays. Don't have children? You are welcome to use these sessions however you like... couples session, maternity session, ...

Fun Headshot Ideas

Are you bored with your same old headshot? Do you want a headshot with more personality and fun? You’re in luck! I love shooting fun headshot sessions. Here are some of my favorite headshot ideas: Different ...

Why You Need Photography Specifically Designed for Marketing

There’s photography, and there’s photography designed specifically for marketing. What’s the difference? Usability. Not all photography is created equal! Have you ever tried cropping your face out of a photo and using it ...

10 Tips for Women on What to Wear for your Business Headshot

What to wear for Business Headshots—Guidance for WomenOne of the most common questions I get asked when commissioned for business headshots is, “What should I wear?” It’s a question I get asked by both men and women ...

How to Decide What to Wear to Your Photoshoot

Top tips for getting the most out of your professional photography session. If you are prepping for your first photoshoot you probably have a couple questions about what to expect. A common concern for people having their photos taken for the ...

Why You Need Headshots Before Graduating from College

If you’re reading this, there is probably a safe bet that you are a college student quickly approaching your graduation or recently graduated from your dream college. For many of you, you are about to embark on an entirely new ...

When is the Best Time to Book My Senior Photo Session?

When is the best time to book my senior photo session?There is no one answer to when you should book your senior photo session – there are several variables to take into consideration. AvailabilityTo ensure you find a time that works for ...

Top Tips for Choosing the Ideal Location for Your Senior Photo Session

There are a number of decisions you need to make when planning a senior photo session and choosing a location is one of them. You can’t choose just any location either – it needs to fit in with your personality and the style of your ...

Top 5 Tips for Making a Photo Session with Kids Easier

If you’re preparing for a photo session with your children, you may be feeling a bit apprehensive. Children aren’t always easy to deal with, which is why the below tips will definitely come in handy before your upcoming photo ...

The Top 5 Excused for Not Updating Your Headshot (and why they don't matter)

What’s preventing you from updating your headshot? I could make a long list of the excuses I hear. Your headshot is your digital identity. Keeping it updated should be a priority. It’s like a calling card. Business cards are out, ...

A Guide to Senior Portraits for Parents

A Guide to Senior Portraits for ParentsFor most parents, senior portraits are a distant memory. They have changed a lot over the last two decades, incorporating more creativity and individuality than ever before.Seniors have a lot more options ...

Why Professional Photographers are Worth it!

Why Hire a Certified Professional PhotographerThe way that I personally look at it is if I were going to get my hair cut, I am going to look for someone who has been to beauty school and who has the license to prove it, not just some random person ...