I meet many different types of people in my line of work, and they run the gamut when it comes to hair and makeup. Some love to get glammed up, and find a ton of joy in choosing makeup and looking polished at all times of the day…I love the confidence! Some love the minimal look, and would rather be fresh-faced and run their errands with no makeup and a ponytail..I love the relaxed attitude! No matter where you fall on the spectrum, I admire how you’ve made it fit your lifestyle. When it comes to professional branding portraits, though, there is a reason why I encourage EVERYONE to do professional hair and makeup for their photos, and why it’s an included, mandatory part of the process!
-It’s not about wearing a ton of makeup: I have an incredible team who knows how to work with your personal preference on makeup. They can go for a more natural look that’s perfectly camera-friendly (more on that later), or for a more dramatic, edgier look that is more bold. My team listens to you and your preferences, and they will give you the balance of what you want and what will look best on camera.
-It’s about a camera-friendly look: Makeup shows up incredibly different on a camera than in real-life. What appears to be “heavier” makeup in person, photographs beautifully and helps smooth out any blemishes. When people wear no makeup at all, the camera lights and lenses can really wash you out, and make your face appear with no depth or even natural skin tone hues. There is a reason why people with professional makeup look polished and beautiful in their portraits…it is the secret to a truly professional first impression. I encourage you to not be “scared” of the makeup, and to trust the process.
-Professional hairstyling for headshots and branding is about creating a smooth, beautiful look. When you do your hair yourself, oftentimes you will have some frizzy pieces or parts that may be uneven, even if you are a great hairstylist. Our professional hairstylists know how to smooth and even out your style, so that it looks smooth, shiny, and beautiful with symmetrical curls or a sleek, soft styling. Again, its about trusting the process, and knowing they really know their stuff!
Our headshots and branding photos are built around the idea that these will be your FIRST impression to your clients and audience. We know that it matters to you how you are perceived, and we want to give you the all-star treatment! If you have more questions about our hair and makeup styling, please let us know!
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