Virtual and On-Location Photography

Linda Kazares, Photographer, linda@LindaKazares.com Article 2 of 6 Series  I think it probably goes without saying that your clothing choice is important. That doesn’t mean that picking clothing is easy though! I have some tips that will make the process of deciding what to wear easy and help you ensure that you look your very best. When choosing what to wear for you professional headshots, it’s best to avoid complex patterns like stripes or checks. Horizontal lines can be difficult to look at in a photo and mixing patterns can make the photo feel busy. Vertical lines can have a slimming effect but should be minimal. It’s best to opt for solid colors whenever possible. This will not only give the headshot a more classic look but will be more visually pleasing several years from now when styles and trends have changed. For men, choosing what to wear is often pretty simple. For a corporate headshot, a business suit is almost always a good choice. If you want a mo...

Linda Kazares, Photographer, linda@LindaKazares.com Article 1 of 6 Series Having professional headshots taken is something that most professionals do infrequently. The images are used on business cards, websites and literature or brochures that may be in use for several years. You’ll be seeing that photo a lot and it’s important that it be the best professional representation of you possible. It’s important to take care in selecting a professional headshot photographer who specializes in corporate photography. There are 5 key categories to consider that go into getting the best executive headshot and include: What to Wear - formal, casual, sporting, sleeves, no sleeves plus more Getting Ready (1) - How important are hair, nails, clothes etc. Getting Ready (2) - This is not the time for a refreshed suntan, decide on makeup, will you wear your glasses? A few more things to keep in mind on session day - There are 7 key ideas that include brushing your teeth! ...

Photography may not seem complicated to the mobile phone clicker but there are a lot of 'rules' that can help you take better and look better in pictures.  I've compiled a few relaxed ways of making your pictures look terrific. (Of course there's always the option to hire a professional photographer but that's a topic for another blog!) Light is everything. Arrange for the light to be on either shoulder to a 90 degree angle No light in back or in front (make squinty eyes) Use light/bright surfaces to reflect light What you use to reflect will change the color of what you’re shooting Use your automatic settings based on what your light is…sun, shade, clouds – it changes the color of the final photo. Your camera!  Get familiar with it.  Unless you are comfortable using all manual setting to manage ISOs, aperture and shutter speed use the automatic settings for sun, shade, clouds, action etc. Shooting better selfies Please, no  cutesy  poutin...