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For many people, stepping in front of the camera can feel surprisingly vulnerable. As a photographer, I see this every day - people who are confident, amazing, warm, and accomplished feeling very uncomfortable when they first step in front of the camera. This is completely normal. But a bit of preparation and the right photographer can turn this uncomfortable experience into a fun experience that results in authentic images.Whether you're preparing for new headshots, a branding session, or a long-overdue family portrait, here are some tips to alleviate your uneasiness.1. CHOOSE YOUR CLOTHING WISELYClothing that fits well will…

Are branding photos any different from headshots?That's a great question. Everyone needs a great headshot, and branding images go above and beyond. They are great for a business, coach, artist, anyone who needs to highlight their personality or the personality of their business.Branding photos are images that tell the story of you and your business.Branding images go beyond the classic headshot. They include a whole collection of images. Creating branding images is fun. You can express yourself in a variety of ways. These images might include:photos of you in actionlifestyle imagesyour workspacethe tools you usebehind the scenes momentsproduct…

It was cold and rainy outside, but inside, spring was in the air. Beautiful tulips from Gale Nurseries adorned all the tables. Good food, good wine, music, and wonderful silent and live auction items. The mood was upbeat, warm, and friendly. What a wonderful way to spend an evening raising money to beautify our county. Enjoy the images!

"What should I wear?" is the question I get asked the most often. It's a good idea to bring more than one outfit to your photo session so you have different looks to post for different occasions and different purposes.Be sure your clothing reflects your profession and your brand. A suit might not be appropriate for every business or every site you post on.Here are some general guidelines: Proper FitMake sure whatever clothing you choose fits well. Too tight and you will see wrinkling and gaping. Too loose and you will look heavier than you are.Your Face Is Most ImportantYou…

You probably don't like being in front of a camera. (I know I don't.) And, of course, you're a busy person. You have a business to run, a family to take care of, a life. You don't want to take time to update your business portrait. "How important could my headshot be, anyway?" you might think.Today, more than ever, when people are looking to work with a small business, they want an idea of the personality of the business. They want to know something about a person or a business before they meet them. When you're evaluating your business…