Ottawa Headshot Photography Service

As a photographer in the Carleton Place and Ottawa area, I often help small business and business professionals update their headshot pictures. My headshot photography services have become a type of session I really look forward to and enjoy.

Years ago, my first ever real paying photography client was believe it or not a consultant who wanted updated cohesive headshots for him and his team. Of course, at first I thought no biggy… I can do that easily. But when I really started getting ready for this session I realized the technicality that was involved in a quality professional headshot. Here are key points I think of when I’m planning and photographing a new headshot for my clients.

Location and Lighting

What setting will we be taking your picture in? Will it be outdoors, in your office or do I need to bring a backdrop. Once we’ve picked the right setting/location I will need to consider the lighting situation, will I need my reflectors, flashes or lights? When photographing a headshot, the shadows caused by unfavourable lighting can be very distracting.

The Poses

Yes, headshots are not full length shots, at MOST they will be waist up but the poses you chose will influence your overall body language in your headshot. I always have my clients do a few poses this way they can choose the one they like the best. If we’re doing headshots for an entire team, I typically have them do the same variety of poses.

Are your ready for your headshot session? Send me an email and let’s get it on your schedule!