When it came time for Grace's headshots we discussed her desires to celebrate her upcoming graduation of her Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and in prep of her LPC which I'm excited to say she completed just this Spring! For her session it was important that she be ready for the new clients she'd take on as a therapist with a professional and welcoming presence.
Here's a little insight into our pre session questionnaire!
What kind of expressions do you feel most comfortable with? (e.g., smiling, serious, relaxed)
Relaxed and smiling (maybe with teeth showing)
Is there a specific color scheme or tone you'd like to incorporate in your headshots to align with your personal branding or industry?
Blue is my favorite color and second is green.
I'm delighted to let you know that your session includes professional hair and makeup styling. To tailor your experience, I'd love to know whether you'd like a natural or glam makeup look for your session. If you have a particular style in mind, feel free to share an image here or send it over via email.
I really like a more natural but put together look. Winged eyeliner, a bit of smoky eye, and nice lip color, but nothing too glam.
Have you had headshots taken before? If yes, what did you like or dislike about them?
Yes, the angles were not flattering, but they didn't take a lot of time to work with me.
Due to my size, I am honestly a little nervous about taking them.
Have you reviewed any headshots you particularly liked, and if so, what aspects of those images stood out to you? Please feel free to link them here from pinterest to allow me a better understanding of your stylistic preferences.
I would have to look into this and get back with you.
Are there any specific facial features or angles you're concerned about or would like to highlight?
My double chin is my biggest concern, along with the skin texture of my face.
I would really like my eyes to be highlighted in some way. I appreciate my full lips.
Would you like to emphasize any particular aspect of your personality through your body language?
Warm and friendly but professional
How can I, as a photographer, make you feel relaxed and confident during the photo shoot to capture your authentic self?
I am going to be picky about my pictures. To be patient with me and my concerns. I'd rather the pics to be taken inside only due
to my concern with getting too sweaty, but if the weather is somewhat more tolerable, I may be open to it.