Whether you use me to update your headshot or someone else, here are my top 10 tips for your next headshot session.

1. Wait a few days after getting a haircut before your headshot session

2. Stick with solid colors, avoid patterns

3. This is case by case, but typically caucasian skin looks a little “off” against reds and burnt oranges in clothing.  Cooler tones and neutral tones capture better on camera

4. Need a better wardrobe? Shop what you’d like to wear, but keep the tags on. After the session, return it. Or…keep it! You’ve got a new “something” that you feel great in

5. Guys—if you normally grow a beard, but are thinking you want a headshot clean shaven, bring your shave kit and lose the beard halfway through the session!

6. Girls—makeup. If you’re doing your own makeup and not using a makeup artist, start very minimal and add as the session progresses (More tips on preparation here)

7. Shiny skin? Use this mattifying gel to tone it down

8. Headshots are typically from the shoulders and up. Wear some comfortable bottoms. Slippers & sweatpants are A-Okay! 👍

9. Own it! YOU are a professional! You gotta believe it and believe in yourself. If you’re getting a headshot it means you have clients that look to you for answers. Your new headshot should show confidence and approachability

10. HAVE FUN! You’re about to enter into a really fun space, and you should enjoy every moment of it. If you’re nervous, I have another blogpost coming soon. I’ll link it in here when it’s published.