Headshot | Houston Headshot Photographer

Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) based in Houston, The Woodlands, and Conroe, TX.  Tara specializes in headshot, family, and senior portraits.  See more headshots in the gallery.  Contact me to book your individual or corporate headshot session today!

Headshot

A headshot is an important part of any business.  Why hire a professional?  Just about anyone can take a good picture every now and then. But when your image (the likeness of you) is on the line, don’t risk it. Entrust your photography needs to a Certified Professional Photographer and see the difference for yourself.  Thank you for taking the time to learn more why hiring a Certified Professional Photographer matters.

Because when things matter, you’ve only got one shot. And there’s no substitute for experience.

“The way that I personally look at it is if I were going to get my hair cut, I am going to look for someone who has been to beauty school and who has the license to prove it, not just some random person who says, ‘oh I’ve been cutting hair for years. It’s the same for searching for a photographer.” 
– Tracy McGee, CPP

These days, photography is practiced by anyone with a smartphone, but it’s mastered by few. When it comes to those once-in-a-lifetime moments—when you’ve got one shot at getting it right—you better make sure the person behind the camera is a pro. A proven professional photographer that is.

There’s no greater proof than when the letters “CPP” follow a photographer’s name. They designate a Certified Professional Photographer, someone who is putting in the extra work to stay above the rest. It assures you of this photographer’s professional knowledge and experience, while also declaring that photographer as one who has achieved and maintains a higher standard.

Derrick’s Headshots

Derrick needed a headshot for his business.  He was super busy though because he’s skilled in home construction and we had just been through a hurricane here in Houston.  He was busy helping people with their homes that had flooded.  He was tearing out sheet rock and educating people on where they could save money on a doorway trim here and there – those little bits add up at the end of the day.  Tired and beaten up, Derrick came in for his headshot session.  We chatted through most of it sharing stories about the storm.  I’m so fortunate to meet so many great people in my business.  For residential and commercial audio/video needs, please contact Derrick at Harkin AV.

 

Houston Headshot PhotographerheadshotTara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) based in Houston, The Woodlands, and Conroe, TX.  Tara specializes in headshot, family, and senior portraits.  See more headshots in the gallery.  Contact me to book your individual or corporate headshot session today!

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Headshots and branding photos… aren't they basically the same thing? 📸

Not quite! While both are meant to represent you professionally, they serve different purposes.

Professional headshots are typically more traditional and polished. Think head-and-shoulders portraits with a clean studio backdrop or a professional office setting. They're perfect for LinkedIn profiles, company websites, business cards, and anywhere you need a professional first impression.

Branding photography, on the other hand, tells a bigger story!

We're talking full-body portraits, candid moments, interactive shots, and photos of you doing what you do best. Branding sessions can absolutely include headshots, too, but often with more personality and environmental elements that reflect your business.

The biggest difference? A headshot shows people who you are. Branding photography helps show them what you do and what it's like to work with you.

And depending on your business and goals, you might benefit from both!

Which type of photography does your business need right now? Let me know in the comments 👇🏻
Just a little reminder that if your professional headshot has been sitting on your to-do list for the last six months (or six years 😅), I'm here when you're ready!

Whether you're updating your LinkedIn, stepping into a new role, refreshing your website, or just realizing that your current headshot doesn't quite look like you anymore, having a professional photo you're confident sharing makes a difference.

And if the thought of getting in front of the camera makes you a little nervous, don't worry. You don't need to know how to pose, what to do with your hands, or how to find your best angle.

That's what I'm here for! I'll guide you through the whole process so you walk away with photos that feel natural, professional, and most importantly, like you.

📸 Ready to finally check those headshots off your list? Head to the link in my bio to book your session!
Well, since I'm already here… we might as well get those family photos on the calendar! 😂📸

I know how it goes. You keep saying you need to update your family portraits, but between school, work, sports, and everything else on your calendar, another year somehow slips by.

And suddenly, the kids are a little taller, everyone's a little older, and you're still looking at the same family photo from three years ago.

Here's your reminder that family photos don't have to be complicated or perfectly planned.

I'll help you choose a location, coordinate outfits, and guide you through the session. And yes, we'll get those classic everyone-looking-at-the-camera photos, but we'll also capture the laughs, the cuddles, the silly moments, and all the little things that make your family YOUR family. 🤍

🍂 Still hoping to get family photos done this fall? I have a few weekend openings left, and I'd love to get your family in front of my camera before the season wraps up!

Head to the link in my bio to reserve your session. Let's make those family photos you've been talking about actually happen! 😉

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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.