Environmental Portraits | Houston Headshot Photographer

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

Environmental Portraits

Headshots have been a major portion of my business since it’s beginning in 2010.  I have refined my skills since then and my practices surrounding headshots.  I ask a lot of questions.  The answers to my questions help to direct the shoot and help me to give you suggestions for what to wear, what backgrounds we will use, and so on.  The standard studio headshot with a white, black, or grey background is a classic.  You can’t go wrong with the studio shot.  However, sometimes a more casual outdoor look with a natural environment is a great choice for a headshot.  This environmental portrait provides a relaxed atmosphere.  It is professional yet warm, friendly, and relatable.

Headshots for Glen

Glen contacted me needing updated headshots.  He knew from the beginning that he wanted both a classic studio shot with his coat and tie but also an outdoor environmental shot.  So we started with the studio shot in my home studio.  Then we went to the park as the sun was just about to do down for the evening.  We found some beautiful light coming through the trees behind him and set up shop in the park.  The natural green background and touch of sun provide a warm glow and a very natural headshot.  Glen can use these environmental portraits for anything from social media profiles to proposals and still look professional.  I’m so glad that we made the effort to capture both the studio and the environmental headshot.

Environmental PortraitsEnvironmental Portriats

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

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Shutter speed is one of those things that feels confusing… until it clicks. 😉📸

For headshots, you don’t need anything complicated — just a solid, consistent range and an understanding of how your lighting plays into it.

If you’re a new photographer trying to figure all of this out, I’ve put together a few resources to help you get started — from gear to posing and more.

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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.

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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.

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They’re a quick, efficient way to give professionals access to high-quality headshots—without needing a full session.

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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.