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How to Prepare for Your Headshot Session | 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 professional headshot today!

How to Prepare for Your Headshot Session

Here are a few things to keep in mind when preparing for your upcoming headshot session.  These preparation steps are necessary and will ensure a smooth and successful session.

  1. Plan your wardrobe.  Start with what you normally wear to work.  Or if you’re hoping for the next step up in your career, dress for that next position.  “Dress for the job you want, not the one you have.”
  2. Bring multiple wardrobe options.  Please bring several options for wardrobe to your headshot session.  Perhaps a more formal look and a casual look.  Bring a solid dark jacket (black, grey, navy) and then also bring something with more color (solid blue or red, for example).
  3. Plan for hair and makeup.  Whether you do your own or my HMU artist does the hair and makeup, plan accordingly.  Start with what you wear on a daily basis and then add a touch more (especially lip color, cheek color, and powder for shine).
  4. Think about pose and expression.  It’s important to know what type of “look” you’d like to achieve with your headshot.  Depending on your occupation, you may want to appear confident and strong or friendly and outgoing.  Just think about that and have the conversation with your photographer.

Headshots for JoEllen, Sage Business Coaching and Consulting

JoEllen needed an updated headshot for her business website.  As an executive coach, JoEllen wanted to have a certain look for her headshots.  Since she works with many businesses and specifically C-level executives, she wanted to appear confident and competent.  Through pose and expression, we were able to give her that look.

Sage is “a Management Consulting firm helping organizations reach their maximum potential in growth, strategy, leadership and talent. We specialize in Mergers and Acquisitions, providing cultural integration planning and facilitation. We also offer business advisory services in the areas of Leadership Development, Team Effectiveness, Cultural Transformation, and Strategic Planning.”  Sage Business Coaching and Consulting

How to Prepare for Your Headshot SessionHow to Prepare for Your Headshot Session

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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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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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

Your face is the star of your headshot — and how your hair frames it makes all the difference. ✨

Here`s what most people miss: hair should frame your features, not compete with them.

✨ Thicker hair? Pull it back to highlight your face.

✨ Thinner hair? Bring it forward for balance and dimension.

Small adjustments like this help your headshot truly reflect you — confident, polished, and professional.

The goal is simple: when someone sees your photo, they see YOU. Your personality, your confidence, your energy — all in one image.

📩 Want guidance on how to make your headshot look and feel its absolute best?

📲 DM me to schedule a consultation and let’s create a photo that works for you.

#ProfessionalHeadshots #BrandingPhotography #PersonalBranding #HeadshotTips #BusinessHeadshots #WomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurBranding #ProfessionalPhotography #HoustonPhotographer #VisualBranding

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Your face is the star of your headshot — and how your hair frames it makes all the difference. ✨ Here's what most people miss: hair should frame your features, not compete with them. ✨ Thicker hair? Pull it back to highlight your face. ✨ Thinner hair? Bring it forward for balance and dimension. Small adjustments like this help your headshot truly reflect you — confident, polished, and professional. The goal is simple: when someone sees your photo, they see YOU. Your personality, your confidence, your energy — all in one image. 📩 Want guidance on how to make your headshot look and feel its absolute best? 📲 DM me to schedule a consultation and let’s create a photo that works for you. #ProfessionalHeadshots #BrandingPhotography #PersonalBranding #HeadshotTips #BusinessHeadshots #WomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurBranding #ProfessionalPhotography #HoustonPhotographer #VisualBranding

In Part 3 of our mic’d-up series... 👇🏼

— we’re taking you even deeper behind the scenes. 📸

The posing cues, lighting tweaks, and real-time direction aren’t just “nice touches” — they’re what turn great shots into professional branding assets you’ll actually use.

Branding sessions aren’t just about photos. They’re about creating a library of content that elevates your website, social media, and marketing materials — all while staying true to your personality and brand energy.

My clients are always surprised by how effortless it feels when guidance, strategy, and personality come together on camera.

You don’t need to be a model — you just need to show up. I’ll handle the rest.

✨ Ready to create a visual story that actually works for your business?

Book a FREE CONSULTATION with the link in my bio!

#BehindTheScenes #ContentStrategy #BrandingTips #MarketingContent #BusinessContent #BusinessGrowth #WomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurLife #MarketingMadeSimple #ShowUpOnline

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In Part 3 of our mic’d-up series... 👇🏼 — we’re taking you even deeper behind the scenes. 📸 The posing cues, lighting tweaks, and real-time direction aren’t just “nice touches” — they’re what turn great shots into professional branding assets you’ll actually use. Branding sessions aren’t just about photos. They’re about creating a library of content that elevates your website, social media, and marketing materials — all while staying true to your personality and brand energy. My clients are always surprised by how effortless it feels when guidance, strategy, and personality come together on camera. You don’t need to be a model — you just need to show up. I’ll handle the rest. ✨ Ready to create a visual story that actually works for your business? Book a FREE CONSULTATION with the link in my bio! #BehindTheScenes #ContentStrategy #BrandingTips #MarketingContent #BusinessContent #BusinessGrowth #WomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurLife #MarketingMadeSimple #ShowUpOnline

Here`s why a branding session should be on your 2026 business to-do list:👇🏼

Fresh professional photos aren`t just about looking polished (though that`s nice too).

Think about it: Your website needs updated imagery. Your social media needs consistent visuals. Your email signature needs a current headshot. Your speaking proposals need professional photos. Your media kit needs variety.

Without a strategic branding session, you`re either:

❌ Using the same 3 photos on repeat (hello, stale feed)

❌ Scrambling with last-minute iPhone selfies that don`t match your brand

❌ Wasting time every month trying to create new content

A solid branding session gives you dozens of professional images you can pull from all year long. Different backgrounds, different outfits, different vibes—all ready to go when you need them.

Stop recreating the wheel every time you need a visual. Get it done once, use it everywhere.

Ready to stock your content vault? Let`s talk strategy.

🔗 To book a FREE CONSULTATION click the link in my bio!

#BrandingPhotography #PersonalBranding #ProfessionalBranding #SmallBusinessBranding #ContentMarketingTips #HoustonBrandingPhotographer

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Here's why a branding session should be on your 2026 business to-do list:👇🏼 Fresh professional photos aren't just about looking polished (though that's nice too). Think about it: Your website needs updated imagery. Your social media needs consistent visuals. Your email signature needs a current headshot. Your speaking proposals need professional photos. Your media kit needs variety. Without a strategic branding session, you're either: ❌ Using the same 3 photos on repeat (hello, stale feed) ❌ Scrambling with last-minute iPhone selfies that don't match your brand ❌ Wasting time every month trying to create new content A solid branding session gives you dozens of professional images you can pull from all year long. Different backgrounds, different outfits, different vibes—all ready to go when you need them. Stop recreating the wheel every time you need a visual. Get it done once, use it everywhere. Ready to stock your content vault? Let's talk strategy. 🔗 To book a FREE CONSULTATION click the link in my bio! #BrandingPhotography #PersonalBranding #ProfessionalBranding #SmallBusinessBranding #ContentMarketingTips #HoustonBrandingPhotographer

Behind every great brand photo is a whole lot of collaboration, laughter, and intention.

You don’t need to be a model—you need a photographer who knows how to guide, coach, and bring out the energy that aligns with your brand.

In Part 2 of Danielle’s mic’d-up session, we’re showing more behind-the-scenes of what it really looks like when strategy and personality come together on camera.

✨ This is branding photography done with purpose.

Ready to create content that actually feels like you? Let’s build your visual story.

🔗 Click the link in my bio to book a FREE CONSULTATION.

#micdupphotography #brandingsession #brandingphotographer #brandingforbusinesses #professionalbranding

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Behind every great brand photo is a whole lot of collaboration, laughter, and intention. You don’t need to be a model—you need a photographer who knows how to guide, coach, and bring out the energy that aligns with your brand. In Part 2 of Danielle’s mic’d-up session, we’re showing more behind-the-scenes of what it really looks like when strategy and personality come together on camera. ✨ This is branding photography done with purpose. Ready to create content that actually feels like you? Let’s build your visual story. 🔗 Click the link in my bio to book a FREE CONSULTATION. #micdupphotography #brandingsession #brandingphotographer #brandingforbusinesses #professionalbranding

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Tara is a member of the Professional Photographers of America PPA.
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Tara is a member of TPPA Texas Professional Photographer's Association.
Tara has earned her Master of Photography degree.
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