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4 Types Of Photos You Need To Capture For Your Brand

May 16, 2023
Blog  ·  Lifestyle  ·  Photography
4 types of photos to capture for your branding

There are sooo many things to choose from and that you should have in your photo library to use in your business. One of the most effective ways to stand out on social media is through high-quality visual content. That’s where a brand photoshoot comes in!!  A brand photoshoot is a dedicated photoshoot that captures your essence and creates high-quality imagery that can be used across all your social media channels.

Let’s dive in to the types of photos you should consider taking at your shoot that can be used annnywhere and everywhere to showcase your epic biz!! 

In-studio branding session with Krithika
Branding session with Krithika. Photos taken by Vancouver branding photographer Kate Paterson
  1. Product photos

Product photos are essential for any brand that sells physical products. These photos can showcase your products in their best light, highlighting their features and benefits. When capturing product photos, it’s important to focus on details such as color, texture, and shape, as these little details can make a significant impact on how your product is perceived.

  1. Lifestyle photos

Lifestyle photos are images that show your products being used in real-life situations. These are great for showing your audience how your products or services fit into their lives and can be used to create imagery that resonates with your followers! Lifestyle photos can be shot in so many ways, such as in a studio or on-location, and are a great way to build community around your brand.

  1. Behind-the-scenes photos

Behind-the-scenes photos are a great way to give your audience a sneak peek into your brand’s personality and processes. These photos can include images of your team working on projects, your workspace, or the production process of your products. Behind-the-scenes photos are really great at humanizing your brand and creating connection – cause you’re a real person behind that photo my friend! 

  1. Branded photos

Branded photos are images that incorporate your brand’s logo, colors, and other little details. These can be used to create a consistent identity across all your social media channels – which are a really great way to help reinforce your messaging. Branded photos can be simple, they don’t need to be too complex at all! Just keep in mind that they should align with your vibe or aesthetic and remain on brand.

4 types of photos to have for your business or brand
4 types of photos to have for your business or brand
4 types of photos to have for your business or brand
4 types of photos to have for your business or brand
4 types of photos to have for your business or brand
4 types of photos to have for your business or brand
4 types of photos to have for your business or brand
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So, when it comes to finding your branding aesthetic and vibe – it’s so important to make sure you are creating a successful brand and  photoshoot. Dont forget to research your competitors, create a brand board, choose the right location, and everything in between!! You can showcase your brand in a way that resonates with your clients and helps you stand out in a crowded marketplace …. who doesn’t love that!?


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For the motivated and inspired

One of the most overlooked parts of a branding ses One of the most overlooked parts of a branding session?
How you feel walking into it.

Hair and makeup is not about looking overdone or unlike yourself. The goal is always an elevated version of your everyday look, polished, confident, and camera ready without losing you in the process.

It also completely changes the energy of a shoot day.

No rushing to get ready. No stressing in the mirror five minutes before your session. No trying to mentally switch from “busy work mode” into being on camera.

Instead, you get time to slow down, settle in, feel taken care of, and step into the session feeling prepared and confident.

And trust me… it shows in the final photos and video every single time.
There is something about a fresh set of headshots There is something about a fresh set of headshots that just shifts something in you.

You update your website. You actually feel good sending your inquiry link. You stop cringing when someone Googles you. You start showing up a little differently because for the first time in a while, the photos actually look like who you are right now.

Q2 is here. New goals, new energy, new season of your business. And if you have been putting off updating your photos because it feels like one more thing on the list, this is your sign.

You don’t need to lose weight first. You don’t need a new office or a perfect backdrop. You just need a couple of hours and someone who knows how to make you feel comfortable in front of a camera.

Branding photography in Abbotsford is exactly that. A chance to finally show up online as the version of you that your clients already know you are.

What would feel different for you if your photos actually matched where you are right now? Tell me below. 👇
If people don’t see you, they can’t choose you. O If people don’t see you, they can’t choose you.

One of the biggest gaps I see with business owners is not a lack of skill or experience… it’s visibility.

You can be incredible at what you do, but if your online presence doesn’t reflect that, you’re getting overlooked by people who are ready to hire right now.

Video changes that.

It builds familiarity, shows your personality, and gives people a sense of who you are before they ever reach out.

This is Charlie, showing up in a way that feels natural, confident, and aligned with how she works. Not forced, not overdone, just clear, intentional presence.

That’s what makes the difference.

If showing up on video has been sitting on your “I should probably do this” list… consider this your nudge.
In a world where everything starts to look the sam In a world where everything starts to look the same… the brands that stand out are the ones people remember.

Not louder for the sake of it, but intentional. Confident. Clear in who they are and how they show up.

This is what happens when a brand leans fully into its personality. The colour, the energy, the details, all working together to create something that actually catches your attention.

Because blending in might feel safe, but it rarely gets you noticed.

Drop a 🔥 if you stand out with your content!

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