What is a Professional Headshot Photographer?
A professional headshot photographer specializes in capturing clean, polished photos that show you at your best. These photos are more than just snapshots — they highlight your personality and professionalism in a way that’s perfect for business headshots, corporate headshots, LinkedIn profiles, and more. Whether you’re working with a photographer for professional headshots for the first time or the fifth, understanding their role can help you feel more confident before your session.
How Long Does a Headshot Photoshoot Usually Take?
Obviously this will vary depending on the photo studio that you choose. At Kelli Dease Photography, a standard headshot session lasts around 15 minutes. A skilled headshot professional photographer will guide you quickly but carefully to get a variety of poses and expressions without wasting time. This means you get plenty of good options without feeling like you’re stuck in front of the camera forever.
What Should I Wear for Business Headshots?
Choosing the right outfit is key to a successful headshot photo. For business headshots or corporate headshots, classic, solid colors usually work best because they keep the focus on your face and expression. Avoid busy patterns or overly trendy clothes that can distract from the overall professional look. If you’re unsure, a professional headshot photographer can offer wardrobe tips tailored to your industry. We cover this topic in-depth in this blog post.
How Much Retouching Is Done on Headshot Photos?
Retouching varies from photographer to photographer, but the goal is always to keep your image natural. Minor tweaks like smoothing out skin tones, reducing shine, or removing stray hairs are common. If you’re concerned about editing or have specific requests, you can always ask your photographer about their editing process upfront so you know what to expect. Ultimately, the end result should be a photo in which you look like yourself, just a bit polished.
Standard headshot sessions and custom branding packages are available. Please contact the studio for additional details and pricing.
