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Elisabeth was going to try out for the Houston Texans Cheerleaders and needed a head shot.  We had a fantastic session and lots of fun getting different shots.

Elisabeth was going to try out for the Houston Texans Cheerleaders and needed a head shot. We had a fantastic session and lots of fun getting different shots.

Elisabeth contacted me asking about a head shot session.  She explained that she was going to try out for the Houston Texans cheerleading squad.  I was thrilled to help her and so set the date for a shoot.  When I arrived at our location, she had a whole bag of outfits, props, and accessories for our shoot!  I thought, this is going to be good.  And it was.  What a fun shoot!  We got lots of different looks and images and just played with different ways to capture her beautifully spunky personality.  She tried out for the squad and unfortunately did not make it.  This was her first time at tryouts.  A learning experience.  But I have a feeling that she will go on to more tryouts or other things and be hugely successful.  I am behind her all the way.  You see, once you become a client, you become a friend, and I’m totally invested in your journey, where ever that takes you.  A little part of me goes with you and I’m behind you 100%.  All my best, Elisabeth in wherever you are on the journey.

 

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I put together a Guide to Photography Gear for those of you who need some help deciding what is actually worth investing in (and what's not). The link is in my bio!

Lighting is one of those things that feels complicated when you’re starting out… but it doesn’t have to be.

At the end of the day—light is light.

You don’t need the most expensive setup to get good results. What matters more is having something reliable that you understand how to use.

Especially if you’re shooting outside… the last thing you want is a $2,000 light going down in the wind.

Start simple.
Focus on gear you can trust.
And build from there.

Curious—what lighting setup are you using right now?
My Photographer Gear Guide is linked in my bio if you’re trying to figure out what’s actually worth investing in when you’re first starting out.

Because the truth is—you don’t need everything right away.

When you’re new, it’s easy to feel like you need all the gear… but really, it comes down to a few key pieces.

A solid camera body and a really good lens will take you further than a full bag of equipment you don’t know how to use yet.

If you’re deciding where to spend your money, start there.

A 24–70mm or 70–200mm lens will cover more than you think—and give you the flexibility to shoot a wide range of sessions without overcomplicating things.

Curious—what was the first piece of gear you invested in?
‼️ No clients (or videographers) were harmed in the making of this video 🤣

(For the record—this is very much a joke.)

But if you are a photographer, you know the real challenge isn’t getting someone in front of the camera… it’s knowing how to guide them once they’re there.

Small adjustments = big difference in how confident and natural someone looks.

And having a go-to posing flow makes everything feel easier—for you and your client. (so you don't resort to violence 😉)

➡️ I put together a Headshot Posing Flow Cheat Sheet to help with exactly that—link in bio.
A quick look at the people and brands I had the chance to photograph this month 👇🏻

Grateful for every person and team that trusted me to capture this season of their business.

Each session is different, but the goal is always the same—to create images that actually represent you well and support where you’re going next.

If you’ve been thinking about updating your headshot or branding photos, now is a great time to get it scheduled before things get busy later in the year.

📩 You can book your session through the link in my bio.

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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.