Republica | Portrait Photography | Headshots | Tamworth UK
#7 WORK WITH YOUR BEST SIDE Do you have a preferred side? Maybe you always part your hair to one side? In my headshot sessions, I will always work with you to determine which is your best side. It’s important to establish this at the beginning of the shoot as it will allow me to […]
Read More USEFUL HEADSHOT TIPS#6 LAY OFF THE BOOZE! Thinking of getting a little ‘Dutch Courage’ before your headshot session? Any photographer worth their salt is going to put you at ease and coach you into getting the best from your photoshoot. I’d recommend that you avoid all alcohol for up to a week prior to the shoot. You […]
Read More USEFUL HEADSHOT TIPS#5 WEAR YOUR FAVOURITE FRAGRANCE! This is slightly unconventional, but this tip is intended to put you in……the zone! Really? Fragrance? Let’s break it down. **IT’S MY MISSION AS A HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHER TO MAKE YOU LOOK CONFIDENT AND APPROACHABLE** These are the keys to a successful headshot. Great lighting too of course, but the main […]
Read More USEFUL HEADSHOT TIPS.#4 DRINK A GALLON OF WATER EVERY DAY! Drinking lots of water might seem an unusual addition to a photographer’s guide to getting better headshots, but indulge me. Many of us are guilty of not drinking enough water, but if you can train yourself to down 4-6 pints of the old ‘council pop’ every day, […]
Read More USEFUL HEADSHOT TIPS.#3 MOISTURISE YOUR SKIN! Don’t turn up to your headshot session with a ‘walnut face!’ Whether it’s for Linkedin, Facebook or a company website, your profile picture is your brand, and it defines you to your viewers. Think of it as a virtual handshake. A first impression. See how important it is now that we […]
Read More USEFUL HEADSHOT TIPS FOR MEN.#2 GET YOUR HAIR CUT A FULL WEEK BEFORE THE SHOOT. Getting your hair cut a week before your headshot session will give your hair the chance to ‘grow in’ a little. It will give it time to relax into its true style. Also in the Summer months, a fresh haircut might leave tan lines […]
Read More USEFUL HEADSHOT TIPS FOR MEN.#1 TRIM YOUR NOSE HAIRS. It should go without saying guys, but please take five minutes to trim your nose hairs before your headshot session! Whether it’s corporate headshots, personal branding portraits or even social media shots for Linkedin or Facebook, you’re going to want to present yourself in the best possible light. If you’re […]
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