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Tips for Family Photos | The Woodlands Family Photographer

Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)  and Craftsman based in Houston, TX.  Tara Flannery Photography specializes in family portraits and can provide tips for family photos.  See more family photos in the gallery.  Contact me to book your family portrait today!

Tips for Family Photos

Planning the family photo session just takes a little bit of preparation.  Here are a few tips to help!

  1. WARDROBE: The general rule now with family wardrobe is to coordinate colors (as opposed to matching).  Pick a couple or three colors that coordinate well (think of the color wheel from Art 101).  Start with two people in the family.  Coordinate their outfits.  For my own family, this is usually my daughter and me.  Then we plan a polo or button-down shirt for my husband and son.  Boys are usually easier to dress.  Jeans and khaki pants are freebies (in terms of color scheme).  Don’t forget to plan ahead for shoes – you don’t want to panic as you’re running out the door!
  2. LOCATION:  Think about location.  Do you want a more natural, park-like setting, or do you want a more urban look?  Or maybe your own home or neighborhood would have more meaning?
  3. END GOALS: Think about what you’d like to do with the family portraits.  Do you have wall space in the living room, bedroom or hallway for a family portrait?  A staircase or game room for a canvas collage?  What about grandparents and office prints?

At Tara Flannery Photography, we aim to be a full-service photography studio providing photographic products that will last a lifetime.  Don’t let your family portraits end up as pixels on a computer.  Let’s put them on the walls so that your family can enjoy them for years to come!

The Abercrombie Family

I absolutely adore these family photos with the Abercrombie family.  Riley (the dog) was the star of the show and she did great!  I love the coordinating blue/green color that they chose for outfits.  And the natural, park-like setting was the perfect backdrop.  I can’t wait to see the images in their neighborhood magazine!

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Tara Flannery is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)  and Craftsman based in Houston, TX.  Tara Flannery Photography specializes in family portraits.  See more family photos in the gallery.  Contact me to book your family portrait today!

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

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Here’s the truth:
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Keep it current. Keep it real.
And if you’re not sure where to start, I’ve got you. DM me for a free consultation. 📸✨

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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). 💬 Imagine a client or patient walks in expecting the person they saw online… and barely recognizes you. It may feel small, but it instantly creates a disconnect. Here’s the truth: ✅ Your clients want to see the real you. ✅ A recent headshot builds trust and shows you’re showing up with integrity. ✅ If your look has changed significantly (new hair, new role, new energy!) — it’s time. Keep it current. Keep it real. And if you’re not sure where to start, I’ve got you. DM me for a free consultation. 📸✨

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?

Because a realtor needs to connect with buyers and sellers.
An attorney needs to earn trust.
A coach needs to show confidence and approachability.

Intentional imagery makes all the difference.
📸 Let’s create brand photos that actually work for you.

📆 Contact me to schedule your session or learn more about our branding process.

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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? Because a realtor needs to connect with buyers and sellers. An attorney needs to earn trust. A coach needs to show confidence and approachability. Intentional imagery makes all the difference. 📸 Let’s create brand photos that actually work for you. 📆 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.

4️⃣ Casual Short Sleeve
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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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. 4️⃣ Casual Short Sleeve 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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When my videographer finally swapped his profile photo for the professional headshot I took, something changed.

✅ More responses to cold DMs
✅ Better leads
✅ Real revenue growth

All from one simple update.

It’s not magic — it’s psychology.

🤝 People do business with people.

They want to see the face behind the brand, connect with a real human, and feel like they can trust who they’re hiring or buying from.

Your headshot is often the first impression you make online. Make sure it actually represents the real you — confident, approachable, and ready for the opportunities you want to attract.

✨ Ready to make the switch?

Contact me for a free consultation and let’s get you a headshot that works.

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His headshot made him more money… and here’s why 👇🏼 When my videographer finally swapped his profile photo for the professional headshot I took, something changed. ✅ More responses to cold DMs ✅ Better leads ✅ Real revenue growth All from one simple update. It’s not magic — it’s psychology. 🤝 People do business with people. They want to see the face behind the brand, connect with a real human, and feel like they can trust who they’re hiring or buying from. Your headshot is often the first impression you make online. Make sure it actually represents the real you — confident, approachable, and ready for the opportunities you want to attract. ✨ Ready to make the switch? Contact me for a free consultation and let’s get you a headshot that works. #businessowners #brandingforbusinesses #professionalheadshots

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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.