A Different
Kind of
Headshot Experience

We're not in the 80s anymore—skip the tie unless it's something you regularly wear for important meetings at work. Dress authentically for your professional context.

No, but I work with professional makeup artists who can come to the studio. If you'd like to book a makeup artist, let me know and I'll coordinate the timing for your session. Read my guide on the best makeup for headshots.

I value authenticity over perfection. While makeup artists are excellent for hair styling, they often apply more makeup than necessary for professional headshots. You should look like yourself in your photos—polished, but recognizable. Most clients do their own makeup and are happy with the results. Here's my full guide on DIY makeup for headshots.

Dress as you would for an important business meeting in your industry. Bring options if you're unsure—we'll work together to choose what photographs best.

Bring at least three looks: something formal you'd wear to a work ceremony, business attire for an important meeting, and something more relaxed like you'd wear meeting a friend for coffee—but still professional enough to be photographed in.

My private studio is in Gilbert, Arizona. I also offer on-location sessions across the Phoenix metro — including Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, and Chandler.

Yes. I bring professional lighting and portable backdrops directly to your office, coworking space, or job site. On-location sessions are popular with corporate teams who need consistent headshots without pulling everyone away from work. I can photograph groups of any size in a single visit.

A headshot is typically a close-up from the shoulders up, focused on your face—ideal for LinkedIn, company directories, and professional profiles. A portrait can include more of your body, your environment, or styled elements that tell a broader story. Many clients book a session that includes both: professional headshots for everyday business use and more expressive portraits for branding and marketing.

Start with grooming—get a haircut a week before, not the day of. For clothing, stick to solid colors in darker tones like navy, charcoal, or black, which photograph well and convey authority. Avoid busy patterns and logos. Bring two to three outfit options so we can see what works best on camera. Most importantly, get a good night's sleep—it makes a bigger difference than anything else.

Most individual sessions run about 60 minutes, which gives us time to work through multiple outfits, backgrounds, and expressions without feeling rushed. Team sessions vary depending on the group size—I can typically photograph 15–20 people in a half-day session. Either way, the focus is on getting the right images, not watching the clock.