Pink Petro LAUNCH! | Houston Headshot Photographer

Katie Mehnert.  CEO and Founder of Pink Petro.  We went to high school together.  We’re friends on Facebook so I keep up with her life.  She left her corporate job and after some time and a conversation with a stranger on a plane, decided to start Pink Petro.  Within 6 weeks, with the help of Jive Software, Halliburton, and Shell, Pink Petro was off the ground and launched!  Way to go Katie!

Pink Petro is a social network for the support of women in the energy industry.  Are men members of this group?  Of course.  Real men wear pink, you know.

“Individuals, companies and organizations apply for membership [to Pink Petro].  We connect you to the best resources, content, and rich conversations because we hand select who joins. Our spam-free global platform provides all the features you’d expect from a business social community minus the noise.  (And, both women and men are welcome!)”

Pink Petro is the business social channel for women in energy.  “We unite, connect, develop, and grow women.”

Mayor Annise Parker spoke at the launch party.  She advised the group to “sharpen your ax”.  Be good at what you do, whatever it is.  AND she said to the women, “take your friends with you!”

To learn more about Pink Petro and to join, visit the website here: https://www.pinkpetro.com/

Katie asked me to come and take headshots during the launch party.  I was thrilled!  A little nervous about taking the Mayor’s headshot, especially when there was a video camera in my face while I was shooting.  But we made it through.  And I met lots of great people who now have a headshot that they can use for their professional careers…remember no scary grey silhouettes on LinkedIn, right?

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When was the last time you updated your headshot? 👀

If your photo is from 10, 15, or even 30 years ago… it’s time.

Using an outdated headshot might seem harmless, but it can actually break trust — especially in professions where connection, credibility, and transparency matter (which is… all of them).

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Here’s the truth:
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Pretty pictures aren’t enough.

If you don’t know who your audience is, your branding photos won’t do what they’re supposed to do — build trust, tell your story, and attract the right clients.

Before every branding session, I walk my clients through a strategy call where we get crystal clear on two things:

1️⃣ Who are you speaking to?
2️⃣ What message do you want to send?

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📆 Contact me to schedule your session or learn more about our branding process.
What should you wear for your headshot session?
It depends on how you want to show up.

Your outfit sets the tone — and the right level of polish helps you appear confident, credible, and uniquely you.

Here are 4 levels of formality to help you choose the best look for your headshots 👇🏻

1️⃣ The Modern Suit Jacket
Crisp, structured, and powerful. Perfect for executives, attorneys, and leadership roles.

2️⃣ Soft Professional (No Jacket)
A sleek blouse or polished top with clean lines. Professional without being stiff — great for coaches, consultants, and entrepreneurs.

3️⃣ Elevated Casual (Sweaters & Knits)
A fitted knit or stylish sweater gives an approachable, warm, and modern vibe. Ideal for creatives, educators, or small business owners.

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Simple, solid, and flattering. Feels relaxed but still polished — great for wellness pros, lifestyle brands, or startup teams.

✨ Quick Styling Tips:
– Stick to solid colors that flatter your skin tone
– Skip busy prints & distracting accessories
– Choose wrinkle-free, well-fitting pieces
– Bring a backup outfit or layering option!

🎯 Not sure what’s best for your brand?

We go over wardrobe during your pre-session consultation — so you’ll feel 100% confident in what you wear and how you show up.

📆 Contact me to book your headshot session!

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tara@taraflannery.com

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Tara is a member of the Professional Photographers of America PPA.
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