My mom is a breast cancer survivor – 17 years. But I remember the day she was diagnosed like it was yesterday. The doctor’s appointment took way too long. I sat at home waiting for my parents’ return from that appointment. Pacing the hallway with every agonizing minute passing. When they finally got home, I...
Ashley contacted me about a corporate shoot for Lead Construction (http://leadconstructionllc.com). Great! More updates to websites, LinkedIn, marketing material, etc. I brought lighting equipment and backdrop to their office in Tomball. We did some headshots and thankfully it stopped raining long enough to take some shots outside – headshots and a couple of group shots....
Katie Mehnert. CEO and Founder of Pink Petro. We went to high school together. We’re friends on Facebook so I keep up with her life. She left her corporate job and after some time and a conversation with a stranger on a plane, decided to start Pink Petro. Within 6 weeks, with the help of...
The Breast Cancer Charities of America, based in The Woodlands, is gearing up for their annual Wine, Women, & Shoes event on September 24, 2015! Erica asked me to get a committee photo as they start to make preparations for this year’s event. I photographed the event last year and had a great time! Men...
Taylor contacted me and said he needed a headshot for his company. “Just something quick,” he said. I told him that we could definitely do that. So we took the standard white background and studio lights shot for his company, complete with jacket and tie. Then I said, let’s try something. We then used natural...
Tara flannery photography specializes in Headshots and branding, family portraits, and senior portraits. Tara is a member of the Professional photographer's guild of houston , texas professional photographer's association (tppa), professional photographers of america (ppa) and is a certified professional photographer (cpp) and photographic craftsman. servING the greater houston, texas area and based in the woodlands / conroe. contact me for more information or to schedule a session!
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If your brand feels a little “off”… it’s usually not your content 👇🏻
It’s the lack of consistency behind it.
You’re posting, updating your website, trying to stay visible—but if your visuals don’t feel aligned, it creates a disconnect.
And that’s what people pick up on.
Your photos are one of the first things people use to decide if they trust your business.
If they feel scattered, outdated, or inconsistent, it affects how your brand is perceived—no matter how good your work actually is.
That’s exactly why I invested in my own branding session!
Because if I’m asking my clients to show up professionally, I need to do the same.
And if you’re not even sure what your brand should look like yet—that’s where you start.
📥 I created a Brand Clarity Workbook to help you define your look, message, and direction before you invest in photos.
Link in my bio!
Senior photos shouldn’t feel random… they should feel like you. 👇🏻
Before every session, we talk through a few key things to make sure your photos actually reflect this moment in your life:
✅ Location — what kind of vibe fits you? (nature, city, something more edgy?)
✅ Wardrobe — casual, polished, cap & gown, college tee… we plan it out
✅ Hobbies & interests — the things you love right now that you’ll want to remember later
Because the goal isn’t just to take photos…
it’s to capture who you are right now before everything changes. 🎓
📩 If you’re planning senior photos, let’s start with a consultation and build something intentional.
Click the link in my bio to get started!
Let’s talk about men’s ties in headshots 👇🏻
It’s one of the most common questions I get before a headshot:
“Should I wear the red one… or the blue one?”
The truth is, your tie isn’t about preference—it’s about how it looks on camera.
What works best:
✅ Solid colors or subtle patterns
✅ Navy, burgundy, or charcoal tones
✅ A clean, standard width
✅ A slight texture (not too shiny, not too flat)
What to avoid:
❌ Loud prints
❌ Large patterns
❌ Anything that pulls attention away from your face
And one thing most people don’t think about…
👉🏻 your tie can also reflect your brand or company colors
The goal isn’t to stand out—it’s to look polished, confident, and professional.
🌟 CLIENT SPOTLIGHT:
These images are from a recent session with Oilfield Service Professionals—always a great example of how simple, intentional choices come together.
📥 If you want a full breakdown of what to wear (including more tips like this), grab my Men’s Style Guide for Headshots!
✨ Link in my bio!
Cap and gown season is here 🎓
If you didn’t get senior photos done earlier, this is your moment—professional cap & gown photos and college tee shots are the perfect way to wrap up senior year.
And now that decisions are made, it’s the best time to capture where they’re headed next.
📩 Spots are limited—click the link in my bio or DM me to book a last-minute session.
And for Class of 2027 parents… it’s not too early to start thinking ahead 👀
Some yearbook deadlines come faster than you expect, and these photos make the perfect addition to senior pages.
Click the link in my bio to book a FREE consultation with me!
🌟 CLIENT SPOTLIGHT 👇🏻
What started as “just headshots”… turned into a full library of content.
Natalie and her husband, Rich, came to me as they were launching their new practice, Comprehensive Medical Specialists of Texas. Initially, they were looking for updated headshots and a group photo.
But as we started planning, we expanded the vision—creating not only individual headshots, but multiple group images and photos of their office space.
Now, they don’t just have one or two images…
they have a full collection they can use across their website, advertising, social media, and more.
And hearing Natalie say it was the best headshot she’s ever had? That’s always the goal 🤍
This is what a thoughtful branding session can do—give you content that actually works for your business long after the shoot is over.
📩 If you’re building or growing your business, let’s create a library of images that works for you—DM me to start planning your session.
One of the most meaningful parts of what I do… is getting to come back.
Seeing seniors step into their careers.
Watching families grow.
Photographing people through different seasons of their lives.
What starts as “just a session” often turns into years of memories—and that’s something I never take for granted.
It’s more than photos. It’s your story, over time 🤍
If you’re ready to have your story captured, weather it’s your professional or personal one... Shoot me a DM. 📩
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Serving the Greater Houston, Texas Area
tara@taraflannery.com
713-412-5437
