Headshot/ Portfolio Photography London Ontario

Business Headshots are usually done because of a need for an updated photo for a business card, website or other advertising. It is so important in our world now where everyone shops online for products and services to make a good first impression with high quality images. No matter what you are selling, as people buy people, making a good first impression could mean all the difference! I would love for you to watch the slideshow of my portfolio above (takes a few seconds to load). I keep headshots, dating app profile photos and model portfolio shoots as quick and easy for you as possible but here are some things to keep in mind for your business headshot London Ontario photography session. 

Location

Typically these sessions are done in studio but if you are going for a less formal approach they can be done outside at a location of your choice.

Time

If you are doing the headshot session because of a need for a certain event, the thing to think about is when you would be able to do the session around your schedule, the sooner the better to allow time for editing the images. Also think about if you plan on drastically changing your hair or other features anytime in the near future as it might be better to wait until you have done that so that you are still recognizable in your photo.  Click here for Erin’s availability.

Hair and Makeup

We cannot stress the importance of having a high quality hair and makeup artist for your headshot session. A professional will be able to bring out your features and will know how to apply the makeup so that it will look good on camera but also keep it natural enough so that you are still recognizable.  Fake tanner is a personal choice but I recommend not to use it unless you have had a trial run and know how your skin reacts to it, nothing worse than having to have the whole shoot in black and white because you don’t like your fake tan!

Clothing

We recommend that you have a few options in regards to clothing so that you have variety and options for different backgrounds.  Generally, I would start with something a bit formal like a suit, and suggest you bring along a change of tie or shirt for variety in the shots. Bringing a casual outfit is optional. For colours, I recommend that you bring at least one black outfit and one outfit that is uniquely “your style” as far as the colour is concerned.

Most importantly, wear something that fits well and you are comfortable wearing! Other things to think about are wearing clothing that is form fitting- not baggy and not too tight. For women having definition in the waist by adding a belt and think about accessories. It is also important to wear form fitting under garments that will enhance your figure and that will not be seen in your clothing (bra straps etc). When viewing your photographs, the eye will be drawn to patterns, lines, lace or textured detail, large chunky accessories, contrast and rich/bold colours. Avoid these things in areas that you don’t want the eye drawn to, and use them in places that you do want the eye to be drawn!

Props

Most of the time if a prop is being used in a headshot session it has a relation to your profession, for example if you are a real estate agent bringing a sold sign or keys, a baker bringing a tray of cupcakes and cute apron or if you are a musician bringing your musical instrument.

What to do with the images

You will receive the high resolution images and I love when you tag or link back to my website. These images can be used in advertising, on business cards and on social media, however I still retain the copyright so you are unable to sell the images.

Other tips-

– Bringing a variety of accessories can add variety to your session

– Be sure to send me any requirements that you may have- for example sometimes it is required that the portrait be taken on a white background, or that you need a full body shot or a required turnaround time.

– Yes, I give receipts so that it can be claimed as a business expense!

Headshot pricing starts at $150+hst.

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