Professional Headshots | Headshots for Renee

Tara Flannery is a professional headshots photographer based in The Woodlands and Conroe, TX.  See more headshots in the gallery.  Contact me to schedule your individual headshot session or a corporate session for the entire firm.

Should I get a hair and makeup artist for my headshot?

Professional headshots should represent the very best you!  Sometimes a hair and makeup artist can bring out the best you by accenting certain features and minimizing others.  You can certainly do your own hair and makeup.  I recommend going a little heavier on the makeup than you would normally wear.  This is because the lighting that I will be using can wash you out a bit.  A hair and makeup artist uses air-brushed foundation that leaves a beautifully matte finish on your skin = no shine!  We have even used this for men to eliminate shine as well.  The artist will also know how heavy the makeup should be and what colors compliment your skin tone.  My makeup artists create a very natural beautiful look that is easy to photograph.

Professional Headshots for Renee

My headshot session with Renee was fantastic!  She brought a couple of options for clothing and we switched backgrounds as she changed her jacket and blouse combination.  I love the grey background with pinks, reds, and burgandy colors.  Renee did her own hair and makeup for the session and it was perfect!  Her look was very natural but matte finish and even tones.

Renee needed a new headshot for business purposes.  She works for C&S Wholesale Grocers as a senior manager for training and development.  Now she has a new headshot for LinkedIn, the company website, and other marketing materials.

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Tara Flannery is a professional headshot photographer based in The Woodlands and Conroe, TX.  See more headshots in the gallery.  Contact me to schedule your individual headshot session or a corporate session for the entire firm.

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If you’re just starting a photography business… you need to watch this.

I recently showed up to a headshot session at an office building with all my gear—ready to go—and security wouldn’t let me in.

Not because anything was wrong… but because there was a miscommunication, and I didn’t have a certificate of insurance on file with the building.

It’s one of those things you don’t think about when you’re first starting out—but it matters.

As you grow and start booking more corporate or on-location sessions, these small admin details become part of the job.

Clear communication with your client (or their admin team) ahead of time can save you a lot of stress on shoot day.

👉🏻 If you’re in that stage of figuring everything out, I’ve put together a few resources to help you avoid mistakes like this—grab them in my bio.

What’s something you’ve learned the hard way on a shoot? 🤔⬇️
Think Tank Bags… if you see this… please sponsor me 🤝🏼

But in all seriousness—photographers love a good piece of gear.

And it’s really easy to convince yourself that the next upgrade is what’s going to take your work to the next level.

Sometimes that’s true.

If a piece of equipment makes your workflow smoother, more efficient, or solves a real problem for you—it’s worth every penny.

But if it’s just shiny, new, and replacing something that already works… it can probably wait.

The goal isn’t to have more gear—it’s to have the right gear for how you actually shoot.

🔗 If you’re trying to figure out what’s actually worth investing in, I put together a Photographer Gear Guide that breaks it all down—link in bio.

🤔 Curious… what’s one piece of equipment you’ve bought that was 100% worth it?
A small snapshot of the teams I’ve worked with recently 📸👇🏻

Headshots are one of those things that are easy to put off… until you realize your photos no longer reflect where you are now.

Outdated images, inconsistent team photos, or a mix of styles across platforms can quietly take away from how your brand is perceived.

A headshot refresh doesn’t have to be complicated—it just needs to be intentional.

If your team’s photos haven’t been updated in a while, this is a good time to take a look at what you’re currently using.

📩 If you’re ready for a headshot refresh, you can book a consultation through the link in my bio.
Some of my favorite senior photos always include something personal.

Instruments, sports gear, pets, cars—these are the details that make your photos feel like you.

Senior sessions aren’t just about getting a few good pictures—they’re about capturing this season in a way that feels real and meaningful.

And with senior year right around the corner, now is the time to start thinking about it.

Spots tend to fill up quickly once the school year gets going, so planning ahead makes all the difference.

If you’re ready to start planning your senior session, you can book a consultation through the link in my bio.
“Pick something you’d do for free…” It sounds simple—but building a career around it is anything but.

There’s a lot that goes into turning photography into something sustainable—learning your craft, understanding lighting, figuring out your gear, working with clients, and continuing to grow.

But if you’re willing to put in the time, it’s one of the most rewarding things you can do.

If you’re just getting started, I have a few free resources to help you figure out what actually matters (and what doesn’t).

🔗 You can grab them with the link in my 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.