Clients become friends. . . . . friends you can ask for help. Here’s some photos from my friend Aaron’s headshot session. When my partner Denise had a job interview approaching with RIM, she wanted an inside scoop on how to prepare (she’s smart that way). I called on Aaron, who has done his share…
Had great fun doing promo photos with Michael. He’s just totally relaxed and being himself, which is genuine, funny and down to earth. Two things really stand out to me about him. First, his performing persona is not flashy; it’s real. Like you’re just having an inviting, personable conversation with him around the kitchen table….
I had a fun afternoon session with Cathie and her professional linkedIn headshot session conveys the same character I experienced in person: lively, professional, friendly and fun. A big thank you to Michael, who is a total natural at lighting key grip and stylist duties. I really enjoyed hanging out with you two!
My friend Rebecca came in for some pregnancy portraits. It was too cold out to try the outdoor location pictures I have been aching to do —> so we stuck to the studio portion only. Maternity photographers often work year round in the studio exclusively. I have so many ideas I want to play with…
Dave and Anne had a family session on Saturday – the day they were married. I was not so secretly hoping the weather forecast would be wrong – NOPE – rain and 60km/hour winds! We stayed inside while wet furniture tumbled across back yards outside. These parents are the kind that join in on imaginary…
I was photographing Katherine for her symphony headshot. She was completely open to the approach of showing something of herself that is central to her work. . . . . while not so traditional, I find this so much more compelling and interesting to see! Being happy doing this; enjoying it; the sense of warmth…
Out in the woods, in the snow. …. shooting dust cover and promotional portraits with local Author, Erin Bow. In 6 months, her novel, Plain Kate, will be released and on bookshelves. I’m expecting to greatly enjoy it . Erin’s imagination and creativity spill out in conversation too. There’s a lively interest and amusement in…
Colleen is friendly and easy to chat with. I can tell she’s just being herself. What is the opposite of being stiff? posing? posturing? …… the opposite is being real; being yourself. What happens when you show your character and personality in your professional headshots? …. People see someone they can relate to. That doesn’t…