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What makes a great headshot? | Houston Headshot Photographer

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

What makes a great headshot?

A successful session takes just a little bit of planning.  Before meeting a client for the first time, I like to discuss a few things in preparation for the session.

  1. Location: do you want a studio session, environmental, or outdoor location?  Take a look at some headshot examples and consider your company, role, and brand.  The studio headshot can be formal or casual, traditional or modern.  Environmental headshots give a sense of place and ground you in your space.  Outdoor headshots are more casual and friendly.
  2. Wardrobe: do you want a more formal look with a suit jacket or more casual yet still professional.  Talk to your photographer about options.  Always stick to the general rules of solid colors, well-fitting items, and no bold statement pieces.
  3. Variety: consider all of the places and uses for your new headshots.  Perhaps your website pages (about, products/services, contact), flyers, publications, business cards, proposals, and internal communications.  Think about the different types of images that you might need.  Talk to your photographer about these images so that you have a variety of poses and looks.  Your photographer can vary backgrounds, lighting, posing, and location to create a portfolio of images to satisfy those needs.

In summary, plan for all aspects of the headshot session.  From there, execution on the plan leads to a success and a great headshot!

Examples

Here are some recent headshot examples from my studio.  Most of my headshot session are business or corporate sessions.  Sometimes, the company already has a certain look and a new employee needs to have a headshot that matches that look.  Other times, we can create an entirely new look for the headshots or several looks so that you have a variety of images to pull from for websites and social media.  Either way, we can accomplish your goals in the headshot session.

Professional headshot man in dark suit

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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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These 5 photos will completely transform your real estate brand 👇🏼

Whether you’re a solo agent building a personal brand or a growing team trying to stand out in a crowded market—your photos matter.

Because real estate is personal. People want to see who they’re working with and feel like they can trust you.

Here are 5 must-have brand photos I recommend for every real estate professional:

📸 Professional Team or Solo Portraits
Polished but approachable. Whether it’s a team shot or a solo headshot, these are the foundation of your brand.

📸 Cohesive Headshots
A unified look builds brand recognition and creates a stronger first impression—especially across platforms.

📸 Lifestyle Images
Show yourself (or your team) in action: walking a property, chatting with clients, reviewing listings. These help clients picture the experience of working with you.

📸 Detail Shots
From signage to coffee cups and closing folders, detail shots add depth and personality to your brand story.

📸 On-Location Photos
Highlight your market and your vibe—whether it’s downtown, the suburbs, or somewhere in between.

✨ Ready to level up your real estate brand? Contact me and let’s create images that actually work for your business.

📍Serving Houston, The Woodlands, and surrounding areas

#realestatebranding #realestatephotos #photosforrealtors #brandingforrealtors

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These 5 photos will completely transform your real estate brand 👇🏼 Whether you’re a solo agent building a personal brand or a growing team trying to stand out in a crowded market—your photos matter. Because real estate is personal. People want to see who they’re working with and feel like they can trust you. Here are 5 must-have brand photos I recommend for every real estate professional: 📸 Professional Team or Solo Portraits Polished but approachable. Whether it’s a team shot or a solo headshot, these are the foundation of your brand. 📸 Cohesive Headshots A unified look builds brand recognition and creates a stronger first impression—especially across platforms. 📸 Lifestyle Images Show yourself (or your team) in action: walking a property, chatting with clients, reviewing listings. These help clients picture the experience of working with you. 📸 Detail Shots From signage to coffee cups and closing folders, detail shots add depth and personality to your brand story. 📸 On-Location Photos Highlight your market and your vibe—whether it’s downtown, the suburbs, or somewhere in between. ✨ Ready to level up your real estate brand? Contact me and let’s create images that actually work for your business. 📍Serving Houston, The Woodlands, and surrounding areas #realestatebranding #realestatephotos #photosforrealtors #brandingforrealtors

Let’s be real—getting your photo taken can feel super awkward.
You’re standing in front of a camera, trying to look natural… and it doesn’t always come naturally. That’s where I come in.

My goal isn’t just to take a great headshot—it’s to make sure you feel great while we’re doing it.

🗣 I keep things casual and conversational so you’re not stuck in your head.
🙌🏼 I give real-time encouragement to help you feel supported and at ease.
📲 And I stream your images to an iPad so you can see exactly how things are going—and speak up if something feels off.

Because the best photos don’t happen when you’re perfectly posed.
They happen when you’re relaxed, confident, and feel like yourself.

Ready to finally love your headshot?
Contact me to schedule a session designed to make you feel good and look good. 🤍

#professionalheadshots #howtobeconfidentoncamera #confident #headshottips

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Let’s be real—getting your photo taken can feel super awkward. You’re standing in front of a camera, trying to look natural… and it doesn’t always come naturally. That’s where I come in. My goal isn’t just to take a great headshot—it’s to make sure you feel great while we’re doing it. 🗣 I keep things casual and conversational so you’re not stuck in your head. 🙌🏼 I give real-time encouragement to help you feel supported and at ease. 📲 And I stream your images to an iPad so you can see exactly how things are going—and speak up if something feels off. Because the best photos don’t happen when you’re perfectly posed. They happen when you’re relaxed, confident, and feel like yourself. Ready to finally love your headshot? Contact me to schedule a session designed to make you feel good and look good. 🤍 #professionalheadshots #howtobeconfidentoncamera #confident #headshottips

What is your headshot or branding saying about you?

Because whether you realize it or not… your image is already telling a story.
The question is — is it the right one?

Your photo is often your first impression: on LinkedIn, your website, your business card, even your email signature. And people will make assumptions based on what they see.

✔️ Does your headshot show confidence and approachability?
✔️ Does it reflect your personality, values, and professionalism?
✔️ Or is it outdated, unclear, or totally misaligned with where you`re headed?

Your image should tell your story before you even speak.
Make sure it’s the one you want people to hear.

Let’s capture photos that reflect the real you — with intention, authenticity, and style.

📸 Contact me to schedule your branding or headshot session!

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What is your headshot or branding saying about you? Because whether you realize it or not… your image is already telling a story. The question is — is it the right one? Your photo is often your first impression: on LinkedIn, your website, your business card, even your email signature. And people will make assumptions based on what they see. ✔️ Does your headshot show confidence and approachability? ✔️ Does it reflect your personality, values, and professionalism? ✔️ Or is it outdated, unclear, or totally misaligned with where you're headed? Your image should tell your story before you even speak. Make sure it’s the one you want people to hear. Let’s capture photos that reflect the real you — with intention, authenticity, and style. 📸 Contact me to schedule your branding or headshot session!

How to feel confident in photos 👇🏻

Let’s be honest — not everyone loves being in front of the camera. But confidence in your photos isn’t about being a model… it’s about feeling like yourself.

Here are a few ways to boost your confidence before your next session:

✨ Wear something that makes you feel good.
Choose outfits that fit well, reflect your style, and make you feel like the best version of you.

✨ Practice posture + breathing.
Good posture instantly improves how you carry yourself — and deep breaths help you relax and release tension.

✨ Shift your mindset.
Instead of focusing on how you look, focus on what the photo represents — your personality, your story, your growth.

✨ Work with a photographer who gets it.
That’s where I come in. I’ll guide you through every step of the process — from what to wear to how to pose — so you feel confident, comfortable, and genuinely you in every shot.

📸 Let’s create photos you actually love. Contact me to chat or book your session.

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How to feel confident in photos 👇🏻 Let’s be honest — not everyone loves being in front of the camera. But confidence in your photos isn’t about being a model… it’s about feeling like yourself. Here are a few ways to boost your confidence before your next session: ✨ Wear something that makes you feel good. Choose outfits that fit well, reflect your style, and make you feel like the best version of you. ✨ Practice posture + breathing. Good posture instantly improves how you carry yourself — and deep breaths help you relax and release tension. ✨ Shift your mindset. Instead of focusing on how you look, focus on what the photo represents — your personality, your story, your growth. ✨ Work with a photographer who gets it. That’s where I come in. I’ll guide you through every step of the process — from what to wear to how to pose — so you feel confident, comfortable, and genuinely you in every shot. 📸 Let’s create photos you actually love. Contact me to chat or book your session.

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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.