Atlanta Branding Photography
Branding photography can come in many forms but I think of it as environmental portraiture which is essentially editorial photography. It’s about showing the individual or individuals in the context of an environment as it relates to who they are and what they do. That usually means the workplace and finding a setting there. If it happens in someone’s home, I think of it more as lifestyle photography but even so, it’s still environmental portraiture. This assignment had lots of possibilities as the headquarters had different stations that amounted to “sets” in which to shoot the various subjects. There were very few windows in the building so adding light but trying to avoid making the images look “lit” is what I strive for.
Branding photography can come in many forms but I think of it as environmental portraiture which is essentially editorial photography. It’s about showing the individual or individuals in the context of an environment as it relates to who they are and what they do. That usually means the workplace and finding a setting there. If it happens in someone’s home, I think of it more as lifestyle photography but even so, it’s still environmental portraiture. This assignment had lots of possibilities as the headquarters had different stations that amounted to “sets” in which to shoot the various subjects. There were very few windows in the building so adding light but trying to avoid making the images look “lit” is what I strive for.
Acting Headshots
One of my better prepared actors. He has gone on to find work in the Atlanta market. Even as a featured regular on some Tyler Perry productions. He listened, he read my website, he talked to his agent, he came prepared! Different looks, different outfits, and of course extremely comfortable in front of the camera. Ironic that actors seldom are asked to break '“the fourth wall” when being filmed. Not so with acting headshots. What makes a great acting headshot? Confidence and an unflinching gaze into the lens!
More Lawyers!
Working with more and more lawyers these days. These two ladies wanted some staged candids. The walking shot took some trial and error but I like the result.
Trevor The Architect
Trevor did this over two sessions. The first was more formal, then we added the second set of casual images on a handpainted background. I gave each of the second set a few different treatments. Just one each shown here.
Table Shots for Business Headshots
I'm using these samples here with my own treatment. The original brief was to match existing headshots which were not to their liking. "Headshots" is a loose term for corporate portraits as these are "table shots" and "hands in" as I like to say. It's the little things but I love shooting hands in. Often, in studio, when someone can't relax, I seat them just like this and shoot them at a table. It works really well. I suppose it's not a "headshot" strictly speaking, but you can use it as such.
The background will be replaced with a wall at the company headquarters. I'm using these samples here with my own treatment. The original brief was to match existing headshots which were not to their liking. "Headshots" is a loose term for corporate portraits as these are "table shots" and "hands in" as I like to say. It's the little things but I love shooting hands in. Often, in studio, when someone can't relax, I seat them just like this and shoot them at a table. It works really well. I suppose it's not a "headshot" strictly speaking, but you can use it as such.
O'Kelly & Sorohan Real Estate Closing Attorneys
For over 20 years, or there abouts, O'Kelly & Sorohan have been serving the Atlanta real estate market with expert service. A pleasure to work with them. The courtyard in the middle of the building complex made for an excellent background. Starting early in the day when the sun is more directional is a must. Having great subjects is always helpful too!
Howard Capital
Corporate Headshots shot over a period of months as different events bring a national salesforce to the home office in Atlanta. Consistency, attention to detail, and subtle styling elevate these headshots to something more than just a couple of umbrellas and 5 takes each. Care and time is given to each individual as the process builds confidence and repeated takes create and warm and confident headshot.
Managing successful funds for some time now. A pleasure working with them over this past year. Corporate Headshots shot over a period of months as different events bring a national salesforce to the home office in Atlanta. Consistency, attention to detail, and subtle styling elevate these headshots to something more than just a couple of umbrellas and 5 takes each. Care and time is given to each individual as the process builds confidence and repeated takes create and warm and confident headshot.
Headshot Session Indoor/Outdoor
Just to show you what you can accomplish in less than an hour at my studio. Sam did an outdoor look and multiple studio ooks. Different crops and settings for various purposes.
Just to show you what you can accomplish in less than an hour at my studio. Sam did an outdoor look and multiple studio ooks. Different crops and settings for various purposes.
Social Media Shoot Buckhead
Clients often come to me for a variety of reasons. They want shots for social media for various purposes. Business, personal, dating sites or all the above. It can be fun to wander around Midtown, Piedmont Park, and Buckhead looking for set ups given a particular season and time of day.
Clients often come to me for a variety of reasons. They want shots for social media for various purposes. Business, personal, dating sites or all the above. It can be fun to wander around Midtown, Piedmont Park, and Buckhead looking for set ups given a particular season and time of day.
Legare, Attwood, and Wolfe were looking to update thier headshots to something more contemporary that wasn't a plain gray background. They are located in the city of Decatur. Easy walking distance to the old Decatur City Courthouse. On set with me that day were make-up and hair artists extraordinaires Faith Brooks and David Hamblen who also did onset grooming. It's always going to be a great day with David and Faith on set!