A great headshot is more than just a photo—it’s your first impression, your personal brand, and a powerful tool in today’s professional world. Whether you’re updating your LinkedIn profile, refreshing your company website, or building your personal brand, the right headshot can make all the difference.
To ensure you get the best results, it’s important to know what to expect before, during, and after your session. From preparation tips to the in-studio experience and final delivery of your professionally retouched images, this guide will walk you through everything you need to feel confident and ready for your headshot session.
How to Prepare for a Professional Headshot Session
Getting the perfect headshot isn’t just about showing up and smiling—it’s about preparation, confidence, and looking your absolute best.
To make the most of your session, start by choosing the right outfit: solid colors and classic styles tend to photograph well, while busy patterns and overly trendy pieces can be distracting. Grooming is key, so consider a fresh haircut a few days in advance, a clean shave or neatly trimmed facial hair, and, for those who wear makeup, aim for a natural, polished look. Hydration and rest play a major role too—drink plenty of water and get a good night’s sleep to keep your skin looking fresh and vibrant. Arriving with a relaxed mindset makes a huge difference, so give yourself extra time before the session to avoid feeling rushed.
Finally, think about the message you want your headshot to convey. Are you aiming for friendly and approachable? Strong and confident? A mix of both? Communicating this with your photographer will help ensure you get a headshot that truly represents your professional image. With the right preparation, your headshot won’t just look great—it will work for you.
What to Expect in the studio
Stepping into the studio for your headshot session is an easy, relaxed experience designed to bring out your best. From the moment you arrive, we’ll take our time to ensure everything is just right—whether it’s adjusting the lighting, fine-tuning your posture, or making sure your expression conveys exactly the image you want to project.
As we shoot, I’ll show you the images in real time, giving you a chance to see what’s working and make any adjustments as needed. This way, we can refine your angles, tweak expressions, and ensure every shot gets closer to that perfect, confident look.
There’s no rush—we’ll keep shooting until you’re not just satisfied, but genuinely excited about your new headshot. Once we’ve captured a selection of great options, you’ll have the chance to review them and choose your favorite right there in the studio, ensuring you walk away with an image that truly represents your best professional self.
My goal is for you to leave not just with a great headshot, but with the confidence that your image will work for you in the best way possible.
After your Headshot Session
Once you’ve selected your favorite image, I take it through a professional yet natural-looking retouching process to ensure you look your best without appearing overly edited. This means refining details like skin tone, blemishes, stray hairs, and lighting adjustments while keeping the image true to you—polished, but never artificial.
Once the final edit is complete, you’ll receive your headshot in multiple formats: both cropped and uncropped versions, as well as high-resolution files for print and low-resolution files optimized for web and social media. This way, you’ll have everything you need, whether for LinkedIn, your company website, press features, or any other professional use. My goal is to provide you with a headshot that not only looks great but feels authentic, helping you make a strong and lasting impression wherever you use it.
Your Best Headshot, Made Simple
A professional headshot is an investment in your personal brand, and my goal is to make the entire process seamless, enjoyable, and stress-free. From preparation to the final delivery, every step is designed to ensure you look and feel your best.
With expert guidance during the session and natural, professional retouching afterward, you’ll walk away with a headshot that truly represents you.
Whether for business, networking, or personal branding, your new headshot will be ready to make a lasting impression wherever you use it.