Beginner photographers: learn practical tips from a full-time freelance photographer on growing a photography business from scratch.
Beginner photographers: learn practical tips from a full-time freelance photographer on growing a photography business from scratch.
Tara Flannery is a Houston corporate headshot photographer based in The Woodlands and Conroe, TX. See more headshots in the gallery. Contact me to book your individual headshot session or corporate headshots for the entire company. Corporate Headshots A corporate headshot session can include headshots, office photos, and team photos. These building and office images...
Photo Session I’ve been a contract photographer for LIVING Magazine since I started my business in 2010. So, I’ve photographed some clients a number of times. Kingwood Orthodontics is one of those clients. I photographed the office years ago and now Dr. Blake Swearingen has taken over the practice. It was great to photograph the office...
I met Dr. Neville on a shoot for LIVING Magazine several years ago. We did our shoot then, and another shoot at a later date in the operating room. When his office called asking for a shoot this month, I was thrilled to work with him again. He and his wife are the sweetest people...
The Global Edge Consultants are a full service firm specializing in the recruitment of technical and project personnel for industries such as Government, Upstream/Midstream/Downstream Oil and Gas, Aerospace/Defense, Chemical, Engineering,Power, IT, Nuclear and Manufacturing. Their staff of highly-experienced professionals makes The Global Edge Consultants one of the fastest-growing recruitment firms in the Houston area. I had the pleasure of photographing all...
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Senior portraits are just one piece of what I do 👇🏻
I also work with:
✅ professionals who need updated headshots
✅ business owners building their brand
✅ families capturing this season of life
✅ and actors/models creating strong portfolio images
Different sessions—but the same goal:
helping people show up confidently and authentically on camera
📩 If you’re not sure what kind of session you need, let’s figure it out together—link in bio to learn more.
Senior sessions with moms and sons are always… an experience 😂
A little back-and-forth, a few eye rolls, and somehow we still end up with photos everyone loves.
Honestly, those in-between moments are usually the best part.
📩 DM me if you’ve been putting off senior photos—there’s still time.
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!
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Serving the Greater Houston, Texas Area
tara@taraflannery.com
713-412-5437
