Headshots and Professional Portraits on the Peninsula
Let’s be honest — most people don’t love getting their photo taken. But if you're a woman building your brand or business, professional headshots aren’t just a “nice to have” — they’re a powerful way to show up with confidence and clarity in your space.
Here’s my no-stress guide to booking and prepping for your headshots so you actually enjoy the experience and walk away with photos that feel like YOU.
1. Know Your Brand Vibe
Before you book, take a moment to reflect on your brand identity. Are you laid-back and creative? Polished and professional? Bold and unapologetic? Your photos should reflect that. When we connect, I’ll ask questions about your brand, your audience, and how you plan to use your images — so we can tailor the shoot to you.
2. Choose a Photographer You Feel Comfortable With
Connection matters. You should feel seen, heard, and relaxed with your photographer — especially for something as personal as a headshot. As a female photographer, I create a space where you don’t have to shrink yourself or perform — just show up, and I’ll guide you from there.
3. Outfits Matter, But Comfort Matters More
Choose outfits that make you feel good and align with your brand. Bring a few options, and I’ll help you pick what works best on camera. Stick to solid colors or subtle textures, and avoid busy patterns or logos unless they’re part of your brand identity. Pro tip: steam your clothes ahead of time!
4. Hair & Makeup: Do What Feels True to You
You don’t have to go full glam (unless that’s your thing!). Clean, polished, and natural always works. If you want a little extra confidence boost, I can recommend some amazing HMUAs who specialize in photo-ready beauty.
5. Relax — I’ll Guide You the Whole Time
You don’t need to know how to pose. That’s my job. I’ll direct you with natural prompts and movements to bring out your genuine expressions. We'll laugh, maybe dance, and make sure the whole process feels effortless.
6. Get Photos You Can Actually Use
When the session is over, you’ll get a curated gallery of high-quality, on-brand images that you can use across your website, social media, press kits, email signatures — wherever your business needs to shine.
Your Brand Deserves to Be Seen
Investing in headshots is about more than photos. It’s about taking up space in your industry with confidence and clarity. If you’re a female entrepreneur in the Bay Area looking to level up your brand, I’d love to help you do it — powerfully and beautifully.
Let’s connect and create images that represent the best version of you.