A successful branding session starts long before you step in front of the camera. You’ve already completed the hardest task, finding the right photographer, and now it’s time to bring your vision to life. This complete preparation guide will walk you through each stage of the process, helping you plan strategically, feel confident, and show…
It’s the million dollar question and the most stressful part of your photoshoot – what do I wear for my headshots? Suddenly, you hate everything you own, and panic sets in. The right clothing really does make or break your final images, but chances are you have exactly what you need in your closet right…
Planning your Raleigh company headshots? There is so much that goes into successful team photos – coordinating schedules, managing personalities, and finding the right photographer (hey, that part is done!). What often gets left out of the process is prepping your team so they show up polished, coordinated, and looking their best. Here is a…
While branding photography is not a new concept, it’s gone from being somewhat niche to a necessity for small businesses and those growing a brand. More than likely, your online presence is your first impression. Sometimes your ONLY impression. Social media is no longer just for content creators, it’s expected. LinkedIn prioritizes posts with photos….
When you’re organizing a corporate group photo, whether it’s for your leadership team, your whole staff, or a board of directors, preparation is everything. The better prepared your team is, the smoother the shoot goes, and the more confident and professional everyone looks in the final image. Below is a practical, no-nonsense guide to help…
Photographing Tamara Adams at her beautiful Juniper Creek Farm turned into the best kind of session – we hit it off immediately, and there was just as much chatting as there was photography. As someone recently navigating HRT myself, I couldn’t wait to pick her brain, and I can’t wait to connect other Raleigh women…
We have rented a gorgeous farm in Raleigh for two private mini session events. Mini sessions are are short sessions scheduled back to back for a quick photoshoot experience. With such a tight timeline, shooting at public locations like parks and gardens can be complicated when there are crowds – and there are always crowds…
Crops are something we get questions about often. Traditionally, headshots were shot in portrait orientation (a vertical crop) with one shoulder in the image and one shoulder cropped out of the frame. While this is still a standard look for business headshots, it can be limiting for other needs. Often we will shoot headshots in…
If you’re planning that picture‑perfect, once‑in‑a‑lifetime cake smash for your little one, but don’t want to deal with the mess (or sugar high!) that comes along with cake <OR you have a picky eater or sensory sensitive baby that won’t appreciate sticky fingers> this post is for you! You don’t have to choose between amazing…
Choosing the right clothing for a headshot session can feel overwhelmingly tricky – what looks good in person might not always translate well in photos, and finding colors that complement your skin tone (while also working with photography lighting) takes a trained eye. If you’re feeling stressed, or want a bit of fun self care,…