ESSENTIAL HEADSHOT SESSION GUIDE
Prep Guide + What to Expect
Your Essential Headshot session is designed to create one strong, professional image quickly and efficiently.
This guide will help you prepare and understand how the session works.
INCLUDED IN YOUR SESSION
Guided headshot session
Expression coaching
Professional lighting & posing
Immediate image selection
One final retouched image
Additional images may be purchased if you'd like more.
WHAT TO WEAR
Since we are creating one image, choose one strong option.
Best choices:
• Solid colors
• Button down or blouse
• Blazer or jacket (recommended)
• Simple, clean neckline
Well-fitted clothing
Avoid:
• Busy patterns
• Name brand logos
• Neon colors
• Wrinkles
• Distracting jewelry
Pro tip: A jacket or blazer instantly elevates your headshot.
HAIR AND MAKEUP
Style yourself the way you normally would for:
Work
LinkedIn
Business profile
Professional use
Keep it polished and natural.
Pro Tip: let us arrange professional hair and makeup artistry for you.
WHAT TO EXPECT
This is a focused, efficient session designed to create one great image.
We will:
Capture several expressions
Make small adjustments
Review images together
Select your favorite
Retouch your chosen image
The entire process is quick and guided.
EXPRESSION TIPS
Think:
Friendly
Confident
Approachable
Relaxed
Don't worry — I’ll guide you through everything.
THE MOST IMPORTANT TIP
You don’t need to know how to pose.
I’ll guide you step-by-step.
We’re creating one great image, and we’ll focus on getting it right.