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Picking the right outfit for your headshots

2/19/2015

The 4 Main things to remember when dressing for photos

The first thing you should consider when selecting your clothing choices for your headshots is how comfortable you'll be. Comfort sometimes gets forgotten and shoes that hurt or a really tight dress can wear on us subconsciously and after awhile you're also wearing a grimace. Pick out something that you feel comfortable and confident in and it will resonate in your final headshot.

The second thing you need to consider is the pattern of your outfit. If it has one... skip it. Stripes, polka dots, plaid and houndstooth may look great on you, but that's all you'll see in your headshot. Keep the pattern to a minimum or skip it all together for the best headshot.

Thirdly select colors that compliment your skin tones. Lighter colors on lighter skin tones can look great. Think ice blues or camel tones. Jewel colors like emerald are great with light hair. Darker skin tones look best with light yellows or gray and always red. Black is safe but ensure the collar flatters the face.

Fourth is the most important, clean and press your outfit prior to having your photo taken. If you can bring your outfit on a hanger and change in studio. Having to sort out wrinkles in post can be destructive to the quality of your image. Look polished and professional!

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Every Photo Tells A Story

2/5/2015

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Why Should You Have a Professional Headshot?

Did you know that about 90% of all HR professionals are checking applicants social media profiles prior to deciding if a candidate is a good fit for their culture? Every photo on your profile tells a story. Do you need to separate your work persona from your play persona? If this is a case here is why you should have a professional headshot.

By having a professional headshot of yourself taking you are taking control of the image you project. Professional photos are lit correctly, composed, and relaxed. Everyone is photogenic if the person wielding the camera knows how to make you feel at ease.

Trusting a Friend to Take your Headshot

Having someone close to you take your portrait is sometimes a good idea, and sometimes it's not. I find that having someone take my photo that is unbiased and objective often captures me in a more flattering way. Not knowing what my primary facial expressions are means that the person photographing me is looking for my best expression. A professional photographer is looking to capture a moment where you are engaged and exuding confidence. Having an understanding of light is a huge bonus!