Joni called me asking about a professional headshot. She needed one great image and she needed it quickly (like yesterday)! No problem. She mentioned that she was an attorney and asked if it would be okay to bring a flag. Sure, I thought, let’s go for it (although I wasn’t certain about the type of...
I met April at the Pink Petro launch party in May. As part of the event, I provided headshots for all members and guests attending. It was a whirlwind – folks lined up outside the door to get a headshot! Mayor Anise Parker was in that line too. After the event, April decided to come in...
You might remember the Pink Petro launch party where I took headshots of attendees. One of those attendees (a Shell employee) contacted me about taking headshots for the Shell Women’s Event the following week. Of course! I arrived at the United Way building for the event. I set up background and lights and the women...
That song, See You Again, by Wiz Khalifa keeps playing in my head. It’s about loss. We all go through it at some point, in different ways and times. How can we not talk about family, when family’s all that we got? Your family may be by blood or by choice but they’re your family....
I met the Gama family at the church following her First Holy Communion. We took photos with the family and priest and her friends. What a momentous occasion for all of the families. Then we went to Mercer Arboretum for more photos. I absolutely love the close-up shots of her. Every gorgeous detail: those lashes,...
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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What does your headshot say about you? 🤔👇🏻
It can make you look:
→ confident or unsure
→ approachable or closed off
→ polished or outdated
And most people don’t realize how much that one image shapes a first impression.
Because whether it’s LinkedIn, your website, or a referral… people are forming an opinion before you ever have a conversation.
The goal isn’t just to “have a headshot.”
It’s to have one that actually reflects who you are and the level you’re operating at now.
✨ If your current photo doesn’t feel like you anymore, it might be time for an update—link in bio.
Mid-session. Camera in hand. Client in front of me…
and suddenly my camera starts throwing error codes.
I turn it off. Pull the battery. Take the card out.
Put everything back in and hope it works again.
And then it happens again.
Three memory cards failed on me during that shoot.
After that, I switched to Sony Tough cards—and haven’t had an issue since.
It’s one of those things you don’t think about… until you’re in a high-pressure moment and your gear has to perform.
📥 If you’re a photographer and want a breakdown of the gear I actually use and trust, I’ve put together a guide—link in bio.
👇🏼 But I`m curious, what cards have been working for you?
Your firm’s first impression is happening long before a conversation ever starts.
It’s on your website.
Your LinkedIn profiles.
Your marketing materials.
And whether it’s intentional or not—your photos are shaping how potential clients perceive your firm.
Outdated or inconsistent images can quietly create doubt.
While clean, cohesive, professional photography builds trust immediately.
It’s not just about looking polished—it’s about reflecting the level your firm operates at today.
📩 If your team’s photos don’t feel aligned with your brand anymore, it may be time for an update. Link in bio to schedule a consultation.
It’s never just pressing a button.
It’s reading the room.
Adjusting in real time.
Knowing how to bring out confidence—even when someone feels uncomfortable in front of the camera.
The technical side matters.
But the connection, the instinct, and the ability to see what others don’t… that’s what turns it into something more.
📩 If you’re ready for photos that feel like you, you can book through the link in my bio.
If your brand hasn’t been updated this year… this might be your sign 👇🏻
Summer is one of the best times to refresh your branding imagery—and most people don’t take advantage of it.
Things tend to slow down just enough to step back and actually look at what your brand is communicating.
And for a lot of businesses, this is when it becomes clear:
→ the photos don’t match the level you’re operating at anymore.
A mid-year refresh isn’t about starting over—it’s about making sure your visuals reflect where you are now, not where you were a year ago.
Because when your brand feels aligned, everything else becomes easier—your content, your messaging, and how people perceive your business.
📩 If your brand feels a little off lately, this is a great time to fix it. Link in bio to start planning.
Come along with me as I set up for a headshot + branding session 👇🏻
When you’re just getting started, it’s easy to think you need all the gear before you can take on client work.
You don’t.
For in-office headshots, a solid setup really comes down to a few essentials:
✅ reliable lighting
✅ a strong lens
✅ a backdrop
✅ reflectors to help control light and keep skin tones consistent
That’s how I’m able to create clean, professional headshots—without being in a studio.
And for branding? That’s where I shift.
Instead of a backdrop, I’m using the client’s space—capturing environmental images that feel more natural, personal, and aligned with their business.
Same session, two different approaches—both intentional.
Because at the end of the day, it’s not about having more gear…
it’s about knowing how to use what you have.
📥 If you’re a newer photographer, I’ve put together resources to help with gear, lighting, and posing—click the link in my bio to check them out!
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Serving the Greater Houston, Texas Area
tara@taraflannery.com
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