Young Einsteins Academy is a small preschool in Spring, TX. A photographer friend of mine usually does the preschool portraits but was unable to do them this year. She asked if I would be interested. Of course! Look at these precious faces. These kids were exceptionally well-behaved and did exactly what the teachers and I...
Miss Riley was such a treat! She wanted to explore and absolutely adored the chairs that I brought for her to try! Everywhere we went, she was looking for the chairs. Which worked out great for this first photo – happy as a clam! And nothing beats the pure joy of the photo where Dad...
What a beautiful family! And we had so much fun on this shoot…taking a walk in the park with your friends and ending up with great family photos. This was the first photo shoot the family had ever done…can you imagine? Say it isn’t so. I hope this starts a long tradition of family photos from here...
It turns out that I’ve been photographing this beautiful spunky little girl since she was 2! Really?!?! I am honored and blessed. I love how her personality shines in these photos – every smile and expression says something new. We had a blast during our session. She would recommend some place to take a photo...
These beautiful families are part of the Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN) at Northwest Assistance Ministries (NAM). I have been photographing IHN families for several years and every time I meet a new beautiful family – full of personality, family dynamics, and love. Always love. Despite not having a place to call home, these families persevere…they...
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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!
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.
But before you even book new photos… you need clarity.
What do you want your brand to feel like?
How do you want to show up?
That’s exactly why I created my Brand Personality Workbook—to help you define that first, so your photos actually align.
📥 Grab it through the link in my bio, and then let’s plan your next session.
Shooting outdoors doesn’t always mean “perfect lighting.” 👇🏻
One of the biggest challenges with natural light is inconsistency—
skin tones can shift depending on shade, surroundings, and even reflections (hello green grass 👀).
That’s why I use off-camera flash, even outside.
It helps create:
✅ consistent skin tones
✅ balanced lighting
✅ a cleaner, more polished final image
So instead of guessing what the light is doing…
I’m controlling it.
📥 If you’re a photographer trying to figure out lighting + gear, I’ve put together a guide with the setups I actually use—link in bio.
What it looks like behind the camera… vs. what you get 👇🏻
Different sessions, different people, different goals—
but always the same focus: helping you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera.
Headshots, branding, families, seniors, and more… it all comes back to capturing people in a way that actually feels like them.
✨ If you’re ready to start planning your session, you can click the link in my bio.
You don’t need the most expensive gear to be a good photographer.
When I first started, I thought I needed everything—top-tier camera, expensive lighting, all of it.
The reality?
A solid camera and a good lens will take you a long way.
If you’re just starting out, keep it simple:
✨ A versatile zoom lens (24–70mm or 70–200mm)
✨ Gear you can rely on and learn inside and out
And when it comes to lighting—especially outdoors—don’t overinvest too early.
Wind happens. Gear gets knocked over. Things break.
Light is light.
Focus on learning how to use what you have before worrying about upgrading everything.
📥 I’ve put together resources for new photographers covering gear, lighting, posing, and more—click the link in my bio!
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Serving the Greater Houston, Texas Area
tara@taraflannery.com
713-412-5437
