When it comes to professional headshots, most people feel one overwhelming emotion: nervousness. “I’m not a model,” you might think. “How am I supposed to know how to pose?” That’s where your photographer comes in. The truth is, headshot posing isn’t your job—it’s mine. As a professional headshot and branding photographer, I help my clients pose in ways that highlight their best features while conveying the message they want their headshot to communicate.
As a professional headshot and branding photographer, I believe in creating images that capture each client at their best, while still looking like themselves. My approach to photo retouching is about enhancing, not altering, so you can look polished, confident, and authentic without any drastic changes to your natural features.
A professional headshot can be your ultimate networking tool, leaving a powerful first impression on potential clients, employers, and colleagues…
Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP), Photographic Craftsman, and Master of Photography 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! Group Composites vs. Group Photos When it comes to corporate team photos, there’s always the question: do we go for...
When it comes to professional headshots and branding photos, what you wear can make all the difference. It’s not just about looking good…
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Most people step in front of the camera thinking, “I have no idea what to do.”
That’s where I come in.
Every small adjustment you see here — posture, hands, angles — is intentional. It’s what turns a quick headshot into something confident and professional.
If you want to learn the poses I rely on most, I put together a guide breaking them down.
📥 Grab my FREE guide that includes 5 Powerful Poses Every Professional Should Know.
✨ Link in my bio!
If you’re just getting into headshot photography, it’s easy to feel like you need everything to get started.
You don’t.
A solid light setup, a reliable camera, and a lens you can trust will take you a lot further than you think.
📸 For me, that looks like a Nikon Z7II mirrorless camera + a 70–200mm lens, paired with a simple lighting setup that keeps things consistent and professional.
It’s not about having the most gear — it’s about having the right setup and knowing how to use it.
If you want the full breakdown, grab my FREE Photography Gear Guide!
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What are volume headshots? 🤔⬇️
They’re a quick, efficient way to give professionals access to high-quality headshots—without needing a full session.
Perfect for office buildings, coworking spaces, and companies that want to offer something valuable to their teams or tenants. Everyone signs up for a time slot, gets guided through a short session, and walks away with a polished, professional image.
Simple, streamlined, and a great experience all around.
Want to bring this to your office or building?
📩 Click the link in my bio to book a consultation with me!
Senior season is here… and it goes by faster than you think. 🎓
If you’ve been meaning to book senior`s photos, now is the time — spots are limited and the calendar fills quickly this time of year.
Don’t wait until it’s too late to capture this moment.
📩 Click the link in my bio or DM me to book your session!
When your building brings this in, everyone wins.
Quick, professional headshots your team can actually use — without the hassle of booking individual sessions.
It’s simple, efficient, and one of the easiest ways to elevate your company’s image.
📩 Want to bring this to your office or building?
Click the link in my bio to book a consultation with me!
The kind of gift that actually means something 🤍
Not flowers. Not something that gets put on a shelf…but photos you’ll come back to for years.
Mother’s Day will be here before you know it — and these sessions always fill up quickly.
If you’ve been thinking about it, this is your sign.
📩 DM me or click the link in my bio to book your Mother’s Day session.
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Serving the Greater Houston, Texas Area
tara@taraflannery.com
713-412-5437
