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October 1, 2020

Why Get a Professional Headshot? | 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!

Why Get a Professional Headshot?

You might have seen a recent post on LinkedIn about someone who changed her “professional” headshot to a snapshot of herself to reflect the true picture of her current situation. First, I’m unsure about whether her original headshot was actually taken by a headshot photographer. Either way, I completely disagree that the snapshot best represents her. Everything about that snapshot says that she didn’t make the time or commitment to represent herself in the best way possible. A snapshot is just that – a photo taken in the moment with minimal planning or preparation.

In five seconds, your headshot conveys a message. Is this the message that you’d like to send to potential employers, customers, patients, and partners? I think not. You want people to know that you are committed, confident, and reliable. Why would you settle for anything but the absolute best? A headshot photographer uses lighting, posing, and cropping to make you look like the best version of you! Finally, making a small time and financial investment in a professional headshot is the best investment that you can make in yourself and your business.

Headshot Examples

Here are some recent examples of my clients’ headshots. A headshot can be done in the studio, with natural light, or outdoors. First, talk to your headshot photographer about yourself and your business. Then, plan for the session including wardrobe, location, and the message you want to convey. Finally, relax and enjoy your photography session knowing that you’ve prepared for a fantastic portrait. It can represent you in an authentic way and still be professionally lit and posed. It is the very best you!

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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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One outfit isn’t enough. Here’s why…

In branding sessions, we plan intentionally—from your wardrobe to your messaging—so your photos work everywhere your brand shows up.

I always recommend bringing multiple outfits: start with your most formal look and end with something more relaxed. This gives you a versatile set of images—perfect for everything from LinkedIn to your About page to your social media.

✨ Pro tip: Think layers, textures, and pieces that feel like you.

💬 Not sure what to wear or how to plan your session wardrobe? Drop your questions below—I’m here to help!

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Let’s talk about it 👇🏻

When people land on your website or socials, they want to know who you are.

But when you rely on stock photos, you risk looking generic, disconnected, or even untrustworthy — and that could be costing you real opportunities.

Here are 5 reasons to book a professional branding session and invest in photos that are genuine and authentically you:

1️⃣ Build connection. Real faces build real trust.

2️⃣ Show your personality. Let your brand voice shine visually.

3️⃣ Stand out. Your competition is using the same stock photos. You deserve better.

4️⃣ Get consistency. Custom photos align with your colors, vibe, and messaging.

5️⃣ Boost confidence. When you love your photos, you show up more.

📩 Ready to ditch the stock and show up as the real you?

Contact me to book your branding consultation today! I’d love to help you elevate your presence.

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Your face might be the reason someone hires you—or scrolls past.

The truth is, people make split-second decisions based on what they see. And if your photos don’t reflect who you are and what your business stands for, you might be missing the chance to really connect.

Branding photography isn’t about being flashy. It’s about showing up as YOU—clearly, confidently, and consistently. That’s what builds trust.

If you’re ready to create images that feel aligned with your brand and actually work across your website, social media, and marketing—I’d love to help.

📩 Contact me to book a session that brings your business to life.

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If I had a dollar for every time a client said, “I’m not photogenic”… I could retire.

But here’s the truth:

That phrase? It’s not a fact.
It’s a story you’ve been telling yourself — one of those “little t” truths that feels real, but isn’t.

The real truth?
✨ You are photogenic.
📸 You just haven’t had someone help you see it yet.

Most of us aren’t perfectly symmetrical. Most of us feel awkward in front of the camera. That’s NORMAL.

But with the right lighting, posing, angles — and someone who knows how to bring out your best — that all changes.

You don’t need to look like anyone else.
You just need to feel like you.

And that’s where I come in. 💛

Ready to finally love the way you show up in photos? Contact me — I got you.

#photographytips #brandingphotography #headshots #professionalheadshots

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If I had a dollar for every time a client said, “I’m not photogenic”… I could retire.

But here’s the truth:

That phrase? It’s not a fact.
It’s a story you’ve been telling yourself — one of those “little t” truths that feels real, but isn’t.

The real truth?
✨ You are photogenic.
📸 You just haven’t had someone help you see it yet.

Most of us aren’t perfectly symmetrical. Most of us feel awkward in front of the camera. That’s NORMAL.

But with the right lighting, posing, angles — and someone who knows how to bring out your best — that all changes.

You don’t need to look like anyone else.
You just need to feel like you.

And that’s where I come in. 💛

Ready to finally love the way you show up in photos? Contact me — I got you.

#photographytips #brandingphotography #headshots #professionalheadshots

Want people to remember you? Start with this 👇🏻

Your face is your most powerful branding tool — and science backs it up. 🧠

We’re wired to recognize and remember faces, especially when we see them consistently. So if your headshot is outdated, inconsistent, or missing altogether… you could be missing out on real connections.

Here are 5 reasons to invest in a professional headshot that aligns with your brand:

1. First impressions happen online. Make yours count.

2. Visual consistency builds trust. People recognize what they see often.

3. A polished photo = instant credibility.

4. It helps people feel like they know you. Before you’ve even met.

5. Recognition = recall. Repetition helps people remember you.

📩 DM me to book your consultation — let’s create a headshot that helps your brand stick.

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We all recognize faces differently.

Some people never forget one. Others (me included!) might need a few reminders.

That’s exactly why consistency matters in branding—especially when it comes to your headshot.

Your face is part of your brand. When people see it often (and in the right context), it becomes familiar. Trusted. Memorable.

A great headshot isn’t just a pretty picture—it’s a tool that helps people connect with you before they’ve even met you.

✨ Ready to update yours? Let’s create something that feels like you.

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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.