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Portrait | 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 and portrait.  See more headshots in the gallery.  Contact me to book your professional headshot today!

Portrait

Whether it’s a headshot or family or senior, a portrait is an important piece of history.  A superb portrait is one that is carefully planned and executed according to the vision of the artist and subject.  Ideally, the two work together towards this common goal of the portrait.  For a headshot, it is important for the subject to convey a vision for what they hope the end result will be.  The artist can then use the technical tools of lighting and camera to create the portrait.  Just as important are the softer skills of posing and creating a natural expression.  This will result in a portrait that truly represents the subject.  This is the greatest compliment to the artist – that someone looks their truest and best!

Headshots for Thersa

What an honor to photograph a fellow respected photographer!  Thersa asked me about updating her headshot for her photography business.  Since we already knew each other, it was an easy yes!  She’s in the process of updating her website and wanted a fresh, gorgeous new headshot to go along with the new look.  We had Roxana do hair and makeup and then started on the session.  We started with some studio shots (studio lighting and background).  Then we moved to natural light and caught some amazing expressions and posing.  Thersa had a hard time deciding on favorites but ultimately chose a few that truly represent her and her fun personality!  I wish you continued success, Thersa in your business!

Portrait of woman in flower blue dressPortrait of woman in blue flowery dress with dark background

 

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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It’s never just pressing a button.

It’s reading the room.
Adjusting in real time.
Knowing how to bring out confidence—even when someone feels uncomfortable in front of the camera.

The technical side matters.
But the connection, the instinct, and the ability to see what others don’t… that’s what turns it into something more.

📩 If you’re ready for photos that feel like you, you can book through the link in my bio.

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It’s never just pressing a button. It’s reading the room. Adjusting in real time. Knowing how to bring out confidence—even when someone feels uncomfortable in front of the camera. The technical side matters. But the connection, the instinct, and the ability to see what others don’t… that’s what turns it into something more. 📩 If you’re ready for photos that feel like you, you can book through the link in my bio.

Come along with me as I set up for a headshot + branding session 👇🏻

When you’re just getting started, it’s easy to think you need all the gear before you can take on client work.

You don’t.

For in-office headshots, a solid setup really comes down to a few essentials:
✅ reliable lighting
✅ a strong lens
✅ a backdrop
✅ reflectors to help control light and keep skin tones consistent

That’s how I’m able to create clean, professional headshots—without being in a studio.

And for branding? That’s where I shift.

Instead of a backdrop, I’m using the client’s space—capturing environmental images that feel more natural, personal, and aligned with their business.

Same session, two different approaches—both intentional.

Because at the end of the day, it’s not about having more gear…
it’s about knowing how to use what you have.

📥 If you’re a newer photographer, I’ve put together resources to help with gear, lighting, and posing—click the link in my bio to check them out!

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Come along with me as I set up for a headshot + branding session 👇🏻 When you’re just getting started, it’s easy to think you need all the gear before you can take on client work. You don’t. For in-office headshots, a solid setup really comes down to a few essentials: ✅ reliable lighting ✅ a strong lens ✅ a backdrop ✅ reflectors to help control light and keep skin tones consistent That’s how I’m able to create clean, professional headshots—without being in a studio. And for branding? That’s where I shift. Instead of a backdrop, I’m using the client’s space—capturing environmental images that feel more natural, personal, and aligned with their business. Same session, two different approaches—both intentional. Because at the end of the day, it’s not about having more gear… it’s about knowing how to use what you have. 📥 If you’re a newer photographer, I’ve put together resources to help with gear, lighting, and posing—click the link in my bio to check them out!

If your brand hasn’t been updated this year… this might be your sign 👇🏻

Summer is one of the best times to refresh your branding imagery—and most people don’t take advantage of it.

Things tend to slow down just enough to step back and actually look at what your brand is communicating.

And for a lot of businesses, this is when it becomes clear:
→ the photos don’t match the level you’re operating at anymore

A mid-year refresh isn’t about starting over—it’s about making sure your visuals reflect where you are now, not where you were a year ago.

But before you even book new photos… you need clarity.

What do you want your brand to feel like?
How do you want to show up?

That’s exactly why I created my Brand Personality Workbook—to help you define that first, so your photos actually align.

📥 Grab it through the link in my bio, and then let’s plan your next session.

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If your brand hasn’t been updated this year… this might be your sign 👇🏻 Summer is one of the best times to refresh your branding imagery—and most people don’t take advantage of it. Things tend to slow down just enough to step back and actually look at what your brand is communicating. And for a lot of businesses, this is when it becomes clear: → the photos don’t match the level you’re operating at anymore A mid-year refresh isn’t about starting over—it’s about making sure your visuals reflect where you are now, not where you were a year ago. But before you even book new photos… you need clarity. What do you want your brand to feel like? How do you want to show up? That’s exactly why I created my Brand Personality Workbook—to help you define that first, so your photos actually align. 📥 Grab it through the link in my bio, and then let’s plan your next session.

Shooting outdoors doesn’t always mean “perfect lighting.” 👇🏻

One of the biggest challenges with natural light is inconsistency—
skin tones can shift depending on shade, surroundings, and even reflections (hello green grass 👀).

That’s why I use off-camera flash, even outside.

It helps create:
✅ consistent skin tones
✅ balanced lighting
✅ a cleaner, more polished final image

So instead of guessing what the light is doing…
I’m controlling it.

📥 If you’re a photographer trying to figure out lighting + gear, I’ve put together a guide with the setups I actually use—link in bio.

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Shooting outdoors doesn’t always mean “perfect lighting.” 👇🏻 One of the biggest challenges with natural light is inconsistency— skin tones can shift depending on shade, surroundings, and even reflections (hello green grass 👀). That’s why I use off-camera flash, even outside. It helps create: ✅ consistent skin tones ✅ balanced lighting ✅ a cleaner, more polished final image So instead of guessing what the light is doing… I’m controlling it. 📥 If you’re a photographer trying to figure out lighting + gear, I’ve put together a guide with the setups I actually use—link in bio.

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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.