How much of your body is in a headshot? When you’re photographing a headshot it’s worth taking a few moments to remember the purpose of a headshot.  In the article “what is headshot photography” we look at this in more detail and explore five components of a great headshot.  Composition (cropping) The background Eye contact  Expression  Personality  Let’s take a…

The terms headshot and portrait photography are often mixed up and frequently used in the wrong context. The difference is subtle, but there are important differences. So let’s take a look.  In the article “what does a headshot photo look like” we explored the DNA of a headshot.  A couple of decades ago, very few of us had a headshot.…

In the article “what is headshot photography” we explore the building blocks of a great headshot and where they’re commonly used. We also defined a headshot as a photographic image, where the focus is typically on the head and shoulders.  Hopefully that article answers in depth what are headshots and who uses them. There are three elements you’ll find in…

There’s a few basics we need to get right in every headshot. Before we dive into what a headshot should include, let’s quickly consider why it’s important to have a great headshot. Your headshot creates an initial connection with a new customer, colleague, or maybe someone who’s reading an article you’ve published. They might see your headshot on LinkedIn, another…

What’s considered a good headshot? Let’s keep this one simple and I’ll give you a couple of links if you’d like to find out a bit more.  A good headshot is a bit like your email signature, logo or your LinkedIn headline. It follows you around and allows people to recognise you quickly. The style might vary a little depending…

What is the purpose of a headshot? When it comes to creating a positive first impression a professional headshot is a great way to help you stand out. Whether it’s on your website about page, part of a magazine article or your LinkedIn profile , you’ll want to show up looking your best.  A headshot can be described as a…

If you’ve decided to invest in a headshot or personal branding photo session, you’ll probably be thinking about what to wear. There are often a lot of questions around what should a woman wear for a headshot. You may feel really confident about your style or happy to have a chat with close friends to get a second opinion. If…

If you’ve been thinking about refreshing your headshot you’ll want to make sure it’s worth the investment. In our modern digitally enabled world a good headshot is an essential part of your marketing toolkit. Whether you work for yourself or for an organisation you need a professional headshot that captures you looking your best. When I’m photographing a headshot there…

A common concern I hear from my clients is – how can I be more photogenic for a headshot? We’re all born with different characteristics. The way we look is to a large extent determined by our genes. They control our height, hair colour, bone structure, skin tone and our body shape etc. As we get older we may see…

Let’s keep it simple, a great headshot needs to do three things really well. It should be up to date and a fair reflection of how you look now. Help you build a quick connection with people you don’t know or a quick reminder for the people you do know. The style should fit with your personality or your personal…