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August 21, 2020

How to Take a Professional Headshot | 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. See more headshots in the gallery. Contact me to book your headshot today!

How to Take a Professional Headshot

The professional headshot may be your first introduction to clients, employers, and patients. It’s important to make a great first impression! Here are a few things to keep in mind when preparing for your headshot session.

Hair and makeup (HMU): please consider HMU services. A professional HMU artist knows just the right amount of makeup and color to apply for studio and outdoor headshots. She will make you look your very best, well-rested self! And it can be completely natural-looking. She is just enhancing what’s there rather than creating something new that you’ve never seen before. A good HMU artist knows the difference between wedding makeup and headshot makeup.
Hydrate and rest: the night before your headshot session, be sure to hydrate and rest. This will make you look and feel refreshed and it will show in the photos!
Wardrobe: plan ahead for what you’ll wear to the session. This might be the most important item on your list! Depending on your job and your industry, wardrobe makes a difference. Choose according to the job you have and the job that you’d like to have!
Bring your HAPPY! I love a good “toothy” smile for headshots. Sometimes it feels like you’re overdoing the smile but in reality, it just looks like a nice friendly smile. I’m okay when folks don’t want to show teeth but then you really have to smile with your eyes. We want to new clients, patients, and employers for you so I want you to look friendly and warm.

Headshot Examples

Here are a few recent examples of headshot sessions. Again, depending on your job and industry, your wardrobe, background, and posing can be adjusted to suit you.

HMU: Linna Rowell

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how to take a professional headshot outdoors

Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) based in The Woodlands and Conroe, 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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My photography style is leaving my client with a photo they love to show off 🤍

Every session is designed to create images that feel elevated and effortless, capturing who you are now and where your brand is going next.

Photos that make a statement without trying too hard — and still feel relevant years from now.

If your brand calls for imagery that feels confident, cohesive, and unmistakably you, you’re in the right place.

✨ Ready to create something elevated?

Shoot me a DM and we`ll get starting planning!

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This is why you should NOT ask ChatGPT to turn your Facebook photo into a professional headshot 👇🏻

AI can do a lot of things… but representing the real you isn’t one of them.

In the AI version of my headshot:
❌ My hair was changed
❌ My makeup disappeared
❌ My face shape was different
❌ The lighting + posing weren’t tailored to me at all

On screen, it looked “close enough”…
But in person? It looked nothing like me.

And that’s the problem.

Ready to show up as yourself?

Link in bio to schedule your session.

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The best part of this job?👇🏼

Seeing clients recognize themselves in their photos — confident, professional, and proud — never gets old.

Your kind words, trust, and support mean more than you know, and they’re the reason I love what I do every single day.

Every session is about more than just photos. It’s about helping you feel seen, confident, and represented in a way that truly feels like you.

Thank you to every client who’s trusted me with their story — and shared such thoughtful reviews along the way.

✨ Ready to create images you’ll love just as much?

Click the link in my bio to get started. 📸

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The best part of this job?👇🏼

Seeing clients recognize themselves in their photos — confident, professional, and proud — never gets old.

Your kind words, trust, and support mean more than you know, and they’re the reason I love what I do every single day.

Every session is about more than just photos. It’s about helping you feel seen, confident, and represented in a way that truly feels like you.

Thank you to every client who’s trusted me with their story — and shared such thoughtful reviews along the way.

✨ Ready to create images you’ll love just as much?

Click the link in my bio to get started. 📸

#HoustonPhotographer #HoustonBrandingPhotograph #social #socialproof #clienttestimonials #houstonphotographer

Some poses might feel a little silly in the moment and that’s okay. 📸👇🏼

One of the biggest secrets to great photos is being willing to experiment.

What feels “unnatural” in real life often looks confident, effortless, and polished on camera. That’s why posing is such a big part of what I do during every session.

I’ll guide you through adjustments, test different angles, and fine-tune details so we find what truly works for you.

You don’t need to overthink it or worry about how you look — trusting the process is where the magic happens.

You show up. I’ll handle the posing.

📩 Ready to experience a guided, stress-free session?

🔗 Click the link in my bio to get started.

#ProfessionalHeadshots #BrandingPhotography #PersonalBranding #PosingGuidance #PhotographyExpert #HeadshotTips #BrandingSession #ConfidenceOnCamera #ShowUpConfident #BehindTheScenes #PhotographyTips #OnCameraConfidence #TrustTheProcess

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Some poses might feel a little silly in the moment and that’s okay. 📸👇🏼

One of the biggest secrets to great photos is being willing to experiment.

What feels “unnatural” in real life often looks confident, effortless, and polished on camera. That’s why posing is such a big part of what I do during every session.

I’ll guide you through adjustments, test different angles, and fine-tune details so we find what truly works for you.

You don’t need to overthink it or worry about how you look — trusting the process is where the magic happens.

You show up. I’ll handle the posing.

📩 Ready to experience a guided, stress-free session?

🔗 Click the link in my bio to get started.

#ProfessionalHeadshots #BrandingPhotography #PersonalBranding #PosingGuidance #PhotographyExpert #HeadshotTips #BrandingSession #ConfidenceOnCamera #ShowUpConfident #BehindTheScenes #PhotographyTips #OnCameraConfidence #TrustTheProcess

Updated branding photos aren’t just about looking polished — they’re about having the right tools ready when you need them.

A branding session creates a full library of images you can use throughout the year — for your website, social media, emails, speaking opportunities, and everything in between.

When you have those visuals ready, showing up online feels easier and more intentional.

Instead of scrambling for content or reusing outdated photos, you’ll always have on-brand images you can confidently pull from — whenever your business needs them.

That’s why branding photos aren’t just an expense.

They’re an investment in consistency, confidence, and long-term visibility.

📩 Click the link in my bio to plan your branding session.

#BrandingPhotography #PersonalBranding #BrandingPhotos #HoustonBrandingPhotographer #SmallBusinessBranding #EntrepreneurBranding #MarketingContent #ProfessionalBranding #BusinessVisibility #WomenInBusiness

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I hear this all the time — and the good news is, you don’t need to👇🏻

Guiding you through posing, angles, and expressions is literally my job.

During every session, I give clear, simple direction so you never feel awkward or unsure of what to do next.

My goal is to help you feel comfortable, relaxed, and confident — because that’s when you look your best.

You’re never expected to “perform” or figure it out on your own. I’ll position you in ways that highlight your best features and feel natural to you.

All you need to do is show up. I’ll take care of the rest.

📩 Ready for a stress-free headshot or branding session?

🔗 Click the link in my bio to get started.

#HeadshotTips #PhotographyEducation #ProfessionalHeadshots #BrandingPhotography #PersonalBranding #HoustonPhotographer #HoustonBrandingPhotographer #PosingTips

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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.