Question 1

Where will we be shooting my headshot?

Accepted Answer

Headshots are usually taken in my studio located in Mt. Lebanon, Pennsylvania. I have great lighting and beautiful backdrops that will make your portraits look great. You can even have you hair and makeup done there!

For branding portraits, we can shoot on your site, on location, outdoors, or in my studio.

Question 2

What do I wear to my headshot session?

Accepted Answer

Always wear clothes that match your style and personality. Color is great for tops, but keep in mind that bright colors tend to draw attention away from your face, so consider choosing something neutral that complements your eye color and skin tone. Be sure that your clothes are clean and neatly pressed. This is especially true for collared shirts and suits. Have them looking sharp, as the camera picks up a lot of detail. If you are doing a headshot, your lower half won't make it into the final pictures. But don't neglect wearing pants or a skirt that will make you feel confident for your appointment. Make sure to dress comfortably, but in attire that is appropriate for your line of work. Confidence and comfort help you achieve your best image. Stay away from clothes are are too tight or uncomfortable. Don't underestimate being well-rested, and be sure to drink plenty of water in the days before your shoot.

Question 3

Can you teach me about photography?

Accepted Answer

I teach individual classes and also corporate training. Soon I will be offering a much wider assortment of classes online. Join my email newsletter and I will keep in touch with the latest updates! For individual classes and corporate training, please dee my Photography Education page for more details.

Question 4

How do I get my newborn ready for a photo shoot?

Accepted Answer

The primary goal during your newborn session is to help your baby feel calm & sleepy when we are ready for portraits. To facilitate this goal, please try to get in a nice full feeding about 20-30 minutes, give or take, before our scheduled shoot time. Baby will most likely be ready for pictures at our session time. If baby wakes up hungry during our session, we can always pause for a feeding!

Question 5

How much retouching do you do on headshots?

Accepted Answer

I take great care to get your images loaded into my computer straight from the camera. My goal is to make sure that you look your best by using appropriate lighting along with flattering posing techniques. Any shots in which you are blinking or out of focus will be eliminated. Post-processing typically involves color correction and cropping, and then your selected images will be retouched for a more polished look. This includes removing flyaway hairs, smoothing skin, and can include more extensive enhancements such as slimming and shaping.

Question 6

What is your style for headshots?

Accepted Answer

My style for headshots is simple, clean and expressive. The goal is to end up with a portrait that feels like your best self caught on camera.