3 Super speedy photo tips for a speedy headshot session

Preparing for your corporate headshot photo session to make the most of your short headshot shoot.

3 Super speedy photo tips for a speedy headshot session #1: Colour

That’s it!  If that’s all you have time to read, that’s my very quick advice.  Make your headshot stand out amidst a sea of corporate black, and wear something colourful! 

It doesn’t need to be bright pink, but add some somewhere: a pop of colour with your tie / necklace / lipstick, or even with your shirt / top / jacket.

Don’t worry, you will still look professional, and it really will help you feel and look more confident, especially if you can choose a colour that really suits you.   

See the examples below.

3 Super speedy photo tips for a speedy headshot session #2 Relax 

I know you don’t necessarily like having your photograph taken, but don’t worry, it won’t take long and I will gently pose you to get a professional looking headshot that we are both happy with. 

I will show you on the camera and you choose which ones you prefer, or we can take some more until we’ve got the right shot.

3 Super speedy photo tips for a speedy headshot session #3: …and smile

I am naturally smiley, and it helps relax you in your photos!  I'm often asked whether you should smile or not, and I do like to see that reflected in my sitters.  I think it really helps to convey your approachability and warmth, so important when selling yourself and your business through a photograph not just in person. 

However, if you are naturally more serious, we’ll use that too, you do still need to look like you in the photos. 

Confident and capable is what we need to show in your headshot.

PS A bonus tip

(Mainly!) for the ladies – wear a bit of makeup.  Even if you don’t usually.  It helps your features stand out, and show up in a photograph, rather than you looking washed-out.

A bit of mascara to define your eyes; please go for matte rather than shiny skin!; and find a colour lipstick that suits you.

If you’d like a few more tips, or have an Individual Headshot Session booked (with more time and outfit changes), then have a look at my post on 5 Tips for making the most of your headshot session. Let me know if you have any queries:

Ready to book some headshots with me?  Find out more on my website here: Capture Your Brand. 

Or speedy corporate headshot session info is here!

Lastly, enjoy your photo session!  It’s really not scary.  Do let me know if you have any other queries: Contact Me.

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- Interested in finding out more about my branding photography or headshot packages?  Here you go: Capture Your Brand.  

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Blog topics / categories: 

#All About Branding Photos, Headshots And Selfies

[This blog was first written in December 2017, then transferred to this website, February 2024]