PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS
& BRAND PORTRAITS
Professional headshots shaped by presence, not templates.
Professional, On Your Own Terms
Professional doesn’t have to mean generic.
For many people, traditional corporate headshots — flat lighting, neutral backdrops, rigid posing — don’t reflect how they actually show up in their work or in the world. Lifestyle-oriented headshots offer a broader, more flexible definition of professionalism: one that values credibility and polish, while leaving room for individuality, context, and presence.
By working with real environments and thoughtful composition, lifestyle headshots communicate confidence and approachability without feeling staged. A workspace, architectural detail, or outdoor setting can quietly convey personality, values, and professionalism in ways a blank backdrop often can’t.
Defining professionalism on your own terms isn’t a liability — it’s often what helps you stand out in a sea of sameness. Especially in creative, entrepreneurial, and public-facing fields, images that feel human and considered are more likely to be remembered and trusted.
That said, there are situations where a clean, traditional headshot is required — and when that’s the case, it’s something we can absolutely work with. My role is to help you navigate those needs thoughtfully, whether that means incorporating a neutral backdrop, creating multiple looks within one session, or balancing formality with personality.
The goal is always the same: headshots that feel credible, intentional, and aligned with how you want to be seen.
A Guided, Collaborative Experience
Headshot sessions are led with structure and intention. My role is to provide clear direction throughout — guiding posture, movement, expression, and pacing so you never have to guess what to do or how you’re coming across.
We work collaboratively, with space to adjust as the session unfolds. I offer prompts and feedback in real time, helping you settle into the process and move with confidence in front of the camera. Some moments are shaped deliberately; others are allowed to emerge naturally. The balance between the two is what creates headshots that feel composed, credible, and human.
This approach keeps sessions efficient without feeling rushed, and polished without feeling forced. You’re supported from start to finish, with professional guidance that allows your presence to come through clearly and naturally.
Where Professionalism Meets Personality
Headshots don’t need to feel stiff or generic to be professional.
I approach headshot sessions as a guided collaboration — using environment, light, and subtle direction to create images that feel natural, confident, and current. Whether the final images are used for LinkedIn, a website, press, or personal branding, the goal is the same: photographs that feel credible, composed, and unmistakably you.
You don’t need to know how to pose or what to do in front of the camera. That’s my role. I guide posture, movement, and pacing while leaving room for genuine expression to surface — creating images that feel both intentional and human.
Who This Work Is For
This work is designed for people who want headshots that feel professional without feeling generic.
It’s for individuals who value clarity, intention, and thoughtful guidance — and who understand that strong images come from collaboration, not rushing.
This is a good fit if you’re looking for:
Headshots that feel polished, natural, and current
Images that reflect how you actually show up in the world
Clear direction throughout the session — posing, prompts, pacing, and flow
A photographer who leads with experience while making space for comfort and ease
Headshots for LinkedIn, websites, personal brands, press, or professional profiles
A calm, structured environment where you don’t have to “perform” for the camera
These sessions are especially well-suited for:
Creatives, founders, consultants, and small business owners
Professionals who don’t love being photographed but want to feel confident
People who want images that work across multiple platforms and uses
Anyone who prefers intention and quality over volume
This approach prioritizes presence, credibility, and authenticity — creating headshots that feel composed and human, rather than stiff or over-produced.
Environment as Context
The setting plays an active role in how a headshot reads. Rather than defaulting to neutral backdrops, I work with environments that support presence, credibility, and tone — spaces that feel intentional without pulling focus.
Location choices are made collaboratively and guided by how the images will be used. A workspace, architectural detail, outdoor setting, or minimal interior can each communicate something different. My role is to help select and shape environments that align with your professional identity while remaining understated and adaptable.
Light, distance, and composition are adjusted within each setting to create images that feel grounded and current. The goal is not to place you in a scene, but to use context as a quiet framework — supporting the portrait without overwhelming it.
What You’ll Receive
Every headshot session is handled with the same level of care, preparation, and professional attention — regardless of tier.
You can expect a guided experience from start to finish, with thoughtful planning, clear direction during the session, and careful attention in post-production.
Each session includes:
Pre-session planning and consultation
Location and styling guidance
Clear posing, prompts, and real-time direction
Thoughtful, natural retouching
A curated gallery of professionally finished images
Digital delivery with options for additional usage or presentation needs
Final images are delivered digitally and sized for versatile use across platforms, including professional profiles, websites, and press materials.
Investment & Sessions
If you’re unsure which session is right for you, I’m happy to help guide that decision.
Included with Every Session:
Pre-session planning and consultation
Comprehensive Pre-Session Guide
Professional consultation and planning
Location and styling guidance
Clear posing and real-time direction
Thoughtful, natural retouching
Digital delivery of final images
Note: Clean, traditional headshots can be incorporated into any session when required.
Essential Presence
— $400
A focused, professionally guided headshot session designed to deliver clean, confident images with efficiency and clarity.
Best for individuals who need a small, polished set of headshots for immediate use.
Includes:
A guided on-location headshot session
One setting and look
Clear posing, prompts, and direction throughout
A curated gallery of 5-10 professionally finished images
Ideal for:
LinkedIn and professional profiles
Website refreshes
Press or internal use
Signature Presence
— $700
Most chosen
A lifestyle-oriented headshot session offering variation, flexibility, and a broader range of usable images.
This session balances professional polish with personality and is the option most clients choose.
Includes:
A relaxed, guided on-location session
Up to two settings or looks
Direction, pacing, and prompts throughout
A curated gallery of 15 professionally finished images
Ideal for:
Professionals who want range without excess
Creatives, consultants, and founders
Multi-platform use (LinkedIn, website, press, speaking engagements)
Brand & Lifestyle Session
— $1,000
A comprehensive session for clients who need depth, flexibility, and images that support a broader personal or professional brand.
Designed for people who want headshots that extend beyond a single use and strive for the very best.
Includes:
A longer, intentionally paced session
Up to three settings or looks
Thoughtful collaboration and creative guidance
A curated gallery of 30+ professionally finished images
Ideal for:
Personal brands and small businesses
Entrepreneurs and public-facing professionals
Ongoing marketing, press, and digital use
• A $200 session fee secures your date and includes time on location, travel within 15 miles of Denver, and thoughtful planning before we ever pick up the camera.• Image packages are selected after booking and determine how many final, fully edited photographs you'll receive.• Sales tax will be added where required on digital and printed artwork, per Colorado law.• Want more? Additional images, heirloom-quality prints, and custom options are always available à la carte.• Travel beyond the Denver metro is welcome—just ask about mileage or location fees.*• Final image delivery typically takes 2–4 weeks. Rush options are available if you're on a tighter timeline.