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Build a Better Connection | Houston Headshot Photographer

Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)  and Craftsman based in Houston, TX.  Tara Flannery Photography specializes in corporate headshots to build a better connection.  See more headshots in the gallery.  Contact me to book your professional headshot today!

Build a Better Connection

A March 2022 article by the same title in Entrepreneur magazine gave me pause to think about this in terms of headshots.  The article was focused on how to make a connection on Zoom – the way many of us are still doing business rather than in person.  What are the ways in which we can make a personal connection without being in the same room as the other person.  Here are some suggestions from the research and adapted for headshots.

  1. Warmth Cue: Raised Eyebrows  “We raise our eyebrows to communicate excitement or curiosity or simply signal that we want to engage, studies show.”  While we don’t want to raise eyebrows in a headshot, keeping an open, bright eye is helpful for an open expression.  There is always a delicate balance between the smile and eyes – the bigger you smile, the more your eyes squint.  During the headshot session, I’ll help you find the best balance for you.
  2. Confidence Cue: Distance between Earlobe and Shoulder “When we are anxious or afraid, we shrink into ourselves – shoulders up, head down.”  We sometimes do this in a headshot as well.  It’s best to have a straight back and neck and maximize the distance between your ears and shoulders.
  3. Danger Zone Cue: Lip Purse  “When someone tightens their lips into a line, they’re often holding back or disengaging.  That’s the opposite of warmth and confidence…”  So, relax the mouth during your headshot and you’ll appear more friendly.  I really prefer and nice big “toothy” smile.
  4. Bonus Eyebrow Tip: Never Furrow “A furrowed brow doesn’t just show us to be unhappy or less agreeable – it actually causes us to feel more negative emotions.”  Again, relax the eyebrows to communicate and feel your very best.

Headshots with Connection

Here are a few recent headshot sessions.  Keep in mind that I’ll help you during your entire session so you don’t have to remember these things!  And we will review the images before you leave and can fix anything that needs adjustment and re-photograph.

Build a Better ConnectionHeadshot for woman in greenProfessional business headshot for womenBusiness headshots Houston

Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)  and Craftsman based in Houston, TX.  Tara Flannery Photography specializes in corporate headshots.  See more headshots in the gallery.  Contact me to book your professional headshot today!

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You don`t need to BE confident to show up for a headshot session. The session creates the confidence.

Most professionals avoid updating their headshots because they think they need to feel confident first. But that`s backwards.

My clients are always surprised by how great their photos look—and that instant confidence boost changes how they show up in their business.

Here`s what happens when you work with me: 👇🏼

→ I guide your posing so you look natural and professional
→ I direct your expression so your personality shines through
→ I handle the lighting so you look polished and approachable
→ You walk away with imagery that makes you feel like the expert you already are

You don`t need to know how to pose or what to do with your hands. That`s my job. Your job is just to show up.

Ready to stop waiting until you "feel confident enough"? Let`s create the confidence together.

DM me to schedule your FREE consultation!

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You don't need to BE confident to show up for a headshot session. The session creates the confidence. Most professionals avoid updating their headshots because they think they need to feel confident first. But that's backwards. My clients are always surprised by how great their photos look—and that instant confidence boost changes how they show up in their business. Here's what happens when you work with me: 👇🏼 → I guide your posing so you look natural and professional → I direct your expression so your personality shines through → I handle the lighting so you look polished and approachable → You walk away with imagery that makes you feel like the expert you already are You don't need to know how to pose or what to do with your hands. That's my job. Your job is just to show up. Ready to stop waiting until you "feel confident enough"? Let's create the confidence together. DM me to schedule your FREE consultation! #professionalphotography #headshotphotographer #corporateheadshots #businessphotography #thewoodlandstx #houstontx #brandingphotography #linkedinheadshots #confidenceboost #corporatephotographer #headshots

Here`s the truth 👇🏻

Most professionals avoid headshots because they`re scared it`ll feel awkward, forced, or fake.

But here`s what happens when you skip it ⬇️

❌ Outdated LinkedIn profiles
❌ Inconsistent team branding
❌ Missed opportunities to build instant credibility.

Your headshot isn`t just a photo. It`s your first impression working 24/7 across every platform where your business shows up.

Ready to get this handled without the stress? Let`s create headshots that actually represent the confident professional you are.

Click the link below to book your consultation 👇🏻

https://linktr.ee/taraflanneryphotography

#professionalheadshots #corporatephotography #businesscredibility #linkedinprofile #personalbranding #houstontexas #thewoodlandstx #headshotphotographer #corporateevents #teambranding

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Here's the truth 👇🏻 Most professionals avoid headshots because they're scared it'll feel awkward, forced, or fake. But here's what happens when you skip it ⬇️ ❌ Outdated LinkedIn profiles ❌ Inconsistent team branding ❌ Missed opportunities to build instant credibility. Your headshot isn't just a photo. It's your first impression working 24/7 across every platform where your business shows up. Ready to get this handled without the stress? Let's create headshots that actually represent the confident professional you are. Click the link below to book your consultation 👇🏻 https://linktr.ee/taraflanneryphotography #professionalheadshots #corporatephotography #businesscredibility #linkedinprofile #personalbranding #houstontexas #thewoodlandstx #headshotphotographer #corporateevents #teambranding

Can you spot the difference? 👀

Same company. Same brand consistency. Three different years.

This is the power of a group composite - and it`s a game-changer for growing teams.

Here`s how it works 👇🏻

Instead of wrestling with everyone`s schedule to get your entire team in one place at one time (we all know that`s impossible), I photograph each person individually. Then I composite them together into a polished group photo that looks like everyone showed up on the same day.

Why this solves your biggest scheduling nightmare:

✅ New hire starts next month? Add them seamlessly to your existing team photo
✅ Team member leaves? Update the composite without re-scheduling everyone
✅ Remote employees? They can get photographed separately and added in
✅ Someone`s unavailable on photo day? No problem - we`ll catch them later
✅ Your team photo always looks current and complete

Most businesses struggle with outdated team photos because coordinating 15+ calendars feels impossible. Group composites eliminate that friction entirely.

Ready to create a team photo solution that actually scales with your business?

DM me TODAY and book a consultation!

#CorporateHeadshots #ProfessionalHeadshots #TeamHeadshots #groupcomposites #compositephotography #thewoodlandstxphotographer

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Can you spot the difference? 👀 Same company. Same brand consistency. Three different years. This is the power of a group composite - and it's a game-changer for growing teams. Here's how it works 👇🏻 Instead of wrestling with everyone's schedule to get your entire team in one place at one time (we all know that's impossible), I photograph each person individually. Then I composite them together into a polished group photo that looks like everyone showed up on the same day. Why this solves your biggest scheduling nightmare: ✅ New hire starts next month? Add them seamlessly to your existing team photo ✅ Team member leaves? Update the composite without re-scheduling everyone ✅ Remote employees? They can get photographed separately and added in ✅ Someone's unavailable on photo day? No problem - we'll catch them later ✅ Your team photo always looks current and complete Most businesses struggle with outdated team photos because coordinating 15+ calendars feels impossible. Group composites eliminate that friction entirely. Ready to create a team photo solution that actually scales with your business? DM me TODAY and book a consultation! #CorporateHeadshots #ProfessionalHeadshots #TeamHeadshots #groupcomposites #compositephotography #thewoodlandstxphotographer

Here`s the truth: feeling awkward on camera isn`t about you—it`s about not knowing what to do with yourself.

Most professionals freeze up because they`re thinking about how they look instead of what they`re communicating. That self-consciousness? It shows up in every frame.

Here`s what actually works:
✅ Give yourself something to do with your hands (gesture naturally, hold something meaningful)
✅ Think about your MESSAGE, not your appearance
✅ Remember: confidence comes from preparation, not perfection

When you show up prepared and focused on serving your audience, that natural confidence comes through. And that`s what builds credibility and connection.

Need professional imagery that actually represents the confident leader you are?

Let`s talk about creating headshots and brand content that work as hard as you do.

#CameraConfidence #ProfessionalHeadshots #PersonalBranding #HoustonPhotographer #ExecutivePresence #BrandPhotography #CorporateHeadshots

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Here's the truth: feeling awkward on camera isn't about you—it's about not knowing what to do with yourself. Most professionals freeze up because they're thinking about how they look instead of what they're communicating. That self-consciousness? It shows up in every frame. Here's what actually works: ✅ Give yourself something to do with your hands (gesture naturally, hold something meaningful) ✅ Think about your MESSAGE, not your appearance ✅ Remember: confidence comes from preparation, not perfection When you show up prepared and focused on serving your audience, that natural confidence comes through. And that's what builds credibility and connection. Need professional imagery that actually represents the confident leader you are? Let's talk about creating headshots and brand content that work as hard as you do. #CameraConfidence #ProfessionalHeadshots #PersonalBranding #HoustonPhotographer #ExecutivePresence #BrandPhotography #CorporateHeadshots

Exciting update for 2025: I’m now using Headshot Tools to make your team headshots even smoother!

Here`s the truth: The hardest part of team headshots isn`t the photography—it`s the chaos that comes after.

Tracking who chose which image. Chasing down approvals. Keeping everyone organized.

This year, I`ve integrated a system that eliminates all of that:

✨ Private proof galleries for each team member
📸 They choose their favorite on their own time
✅ I see selections instantly and deliver retouched images back to their gallery

No group emails. No confusion. No chasing people down.

When you bring me to your next corporate event, your team gets professional headshots without the coordination nightmare.

Ready to simplify your team`s headshot experience? Lets Talk.

#CorporateHeadshots #ProfessionalHeadshots #TeamHeadshots #BusinessHeadshots #HeadshotSession

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Exciting update for 2025: I’m now using Headshot Tools to make your team headshots even smoother! Here's the truth: The hardest part of team headshots isn't the photography—it's the chaos that comes after. Tracking who chose which image. Chasing down approvals. Keeping everyone organized. This year, I've integrated a system that eliminates all of that: ✨ Private proof galleries for each team member 📸 They choose their favorite on their own time ✅ I see selections instantly and deliver retouched images back to their gallery No group emails. No confusion. No chasing people down. When you bring me to your next corporate event, your team gets professional headshots without the coordination nightmare. Ready to simplify your team's headshot experience? Lets Talk. #CorporateHeadshots #ProfessionalHeadshots #TeamHeadshots #BusinessHeadshots #HeadshotSession

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Tara is a member of the Professional Photographers of America PPA.
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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.