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4 Tips To Get The Perfect Headshots

December 27, 2022
Blog  ·  Lifestyle  ·  Photography

When taking corporate headshots, there are a few things you can do to make sure you get the  most out of your photos, and come out of the session feeling happy and excited with the end result! 

When you feel relaxed and confident, its much easier to capture those awesome photos you’re going to be sharing all over!!

  1. Get comfortable

Feeling comfortable with getting your photos’ taken is really helpful when it comes to headshots. I know it;s easier said than done, but if you’re really nervous with the thought of getting your picture taken – have your friends or family take some practice shots to make you feel comfortable and at ease!! Make it fun, silly and take them in a space that feels right to you. That way, when you’re gearing up for your official shoot – you can take the feeling from your practice sessions and apply it here

2. Opt for clothing that screams you!

You want YOU to shine through in your headshot session. So, why not wear clothes that you would actually wear or align with your business. Choose an outfit that makes you feel confident, cause trust me … it will show through your photos

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3. Get clear on time 

Schedule out the timing for your session. This is something I always help my clients with so we are maximizing time and getting as many shots as possible. We can block out photos for certain outfits, locations and more so we know what headshots you want to capture and the vibe you want to give off

4. Get Rest

I know this sounds like a simple one .. but it really makes a difference. When you feel well rested and rejuvenated for your session, your energy really shifts. Feeling awake and refreshed translates in photos!

Don’t worry, when having your headshot taken … its a team effort! I’ll help guide you through each part of your session and make sure you’re fully prepared. That way, you can show up at ease and excited for the magic we’re going to create together!!

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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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