Viviana’s Quinceañera | Houston Quinceañera Photographer

Mis Quince Años What a wonderful celebration of Viviana’s life – of where she has been and who she has become.  A beautiful young woman with dreams and hopes for tomorrow.  Thankful for God’s blessings in her life, we first celebrated with a Mass.  I am particularly in love with the photo of Vivi and...

Office Photos – WHY you need them. | Houston Commercial Photographer

Office photos are a crucial part of your online presence, along with photos of the people that your clients/patients/customers will meet when they come into your office or space.  All of these photos help your clients, patients, and customers know what to expect when they walk through your doors.  That’s a good thing.  The more...

Happy Baptism Day! | Houston Event Photographer

I am so honored when a family invites me into their space, into their lives, even if just for a couple of hours. I feel a connection with them and to this special occasion that has graced their lives. Happy Baptism Day, Dean! You have a wonderful family who loves you and will support you...

Gorgeous Family Photos | Houston Family Photographer

The last time I photographed the Hess family, the kids wanted nothing to do with me (or rather the photo session)!  But when Mom asked about a session, I was thrilled!  And look at these photos…all smiles and ready for their closeups…even hugging each other.  What?  I couldn’t believe it.  Such adorable-ness.  Yes, that’s a...

Dr. Keith Flak, Orthopedic Surgeon | Houston Commercial Photographer

Dr. Keith Flak

Meet Dr. Keith Flak, an orthopedic surgeon in The Woodlands, TX.  I was contacted by Eric at K+S Consulting to take some head shots for Dr. Flak.  Eric mentioned that they were creating a new website for him and needed some updated head shots.  Perfect, I thought…this is how it’s supposed to be done.  New...

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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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A small snapshot of the teams I’ve worked with recently 📸👇🏻

Headshots are one of those things that are easy to put off… until you realize your photos no longer reflect where you are now.

Outdated images, inconsistent team photos, or a mix of styles across platforms can quietly take away from how your brand is perceived.

A headshot refresh doesn’t have to be complicated—it just needs to be intentional.

If your team’s photos haven’t been updated in a while, this is a good time to take a look at what you’re currently using.

📩 If you’re ready for a headshot refresh, you can book a consultation through the link in my bio.
Some of my favorite senior photos always include something personal.

Instruments, sports gear, pets, cars—these are the details that make your photos feel like you.

Senior sessions aren’t just about getting a few good pictures—they’re about capturing this season in a way that feels real and meaningful.

And with senior year right around the corner, now is the time to start thinking about it.

Spots tend to fill up quickly once the school year gets going, so planning ahead makes all the difference.

If you’re ready to start planning your senior session, you can book a consultation through the link in my bio.
“Pick something you’d do for free…” It sounds simple—but building a career around it is anything but.

There’s a lot that goes into turning photography into something sustainable—learning your craft, understanding lighting, figuring out your gear, working with clients, and continuing to grow.

But if you’re willing to put in the time, it’s one of the most rewarding things you can do.

If you’re just getting started, I have a few free resources to help you figure out what actually matters (and what doesn’t).

🔗 You can grab them with the link in my bio.
At the end of the day, it’s not about the title—it’s about what the photos actually do for you.

For most teams, the hardest part isn’t getting the photos taken… it’s coordinating everything around it.

Schedules, availability, keeping the look consistent across everyone—it adds up quickly, and it’s usually why it gets pushed off.

That’s exactly why I created a Corporate Team Headshot Planner—to make the process simple, organized, and easy to execute from start to finish.

📥 If updating your team’s photos has been sitting on your to-do list, this will help you finally get it done—link in bio.
If headshot lighting feels confusing, I put together a guide with 3 simple setups that will get you consistent results—link in bio.

If your headshots feel a little “off”… it’s usually not your camera—it’s your lighting.

Here are 5 mistakes I see all the time:

1️⃣ Lighting from below 
  Creates unflattering shadows. Keep your light slightly above eye level.
 
2️⃣ Too much (or too harsh) light 
  Softer, controlled light will always look more professional.
 
3️⃣ No direction to your light 
  Flat lighting = flat images. You need some angle to create depth.
 
4️⃣ Mixing multiple light sources 
  This is how you end up with weird color and inconsistent tones.
 
5️⃣ Ignoring catchlights 
  Small detail, big impact—this is what brings life to your subject’s eyes.
 
Lighting doesn’t need to be complicated… it just needs to be intentional.

Curious—what’s been the hardest part about lighting for you?

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Serving the Greater Houston, Texas Area

tara@taraflannery.com

713-412-5437

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Tara is a member of the Professional Photographers of America PPA.
Tara is a Certified Professional Photographer.
Tara is a member of TPPA Texas Professional Photographer's Association.
Tara has earned her Master of Photography degree.
Tara has earned her Photographic Craftsman certification.
Tara is a member of the Professional Photographers Guild of Houston PPGH.