Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) based in The Woodlands and Conroe, TX. Tara Flannery Photography specializes in corporate headshots and knows How to Shoot for Magazines. See more headshots in the gallery. Contact me to book your professional headshot today! How to Shoot for Magazines Local and regional magazines regularly feature people in the community where they live...
Photo Session Meet Dr. Stephen Glass of Advanced Dentistry of Spring. I met Dr. Glass several years ago on another assignment for LIVING Magazine. It was great to have the opportunity to photograph him again. It’s always nice to see familiar faces and spaces. I learned that there is such as thing as sound-reducing panels....
Meet Bret Strong, The Strong Firm in The Woodlands. Like many lawyers, Bret’s schedule allowed only a certain amount of time for photos. I said, no problem! I can get your headshots in 30 minutes and the other photos on my own. We ended up chatting about photography and kiddos (my two favorite subjects) and...
Be kind to your neighbor… You never know what struggles they are facing… Mary and Judy have a connection. They both work for Houston Methodist hospital but didn’t know each other until Mary was diagnosed with cancer. One day while receiving chemo, she had a bad reaction. She called to Judy saying she didn’t feel...
I first met Dr. Fayaz several years ago on a shoot for LIVING Magazine. His marketing firm contacted me about another photo shoot to update their portfolio. By the way, it’s easy to create a portfolio for your business of images that you can use in all of your marketing materials (print ads, flyers, brochures,...
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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.
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.
Because when your brand feels aligned, everything else becomes easier—your content, your messaging, and how people perceive your business.
📩 If your brand feels a little off lately, this is a great time to fix it. Link in bio to start planning.
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.
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.
What it looks like behind the camera… vs. what you get 👇🏻
Different sessions, different people, different goals—
but always the same focus: helping you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera.
Headshots, branding, families, seniors, and more… it all comes back to capturing people in a way that actually feels like them.
✨ If you’re ready to start planning your session, you can click the link in my bio.
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Serving the Greater Houston, Texas Area
tara@taraflannery.com
713-412-5437
