Your headshot isn't just a picture; it is an investment in your personal brand. Having a high-quality headshot is one of the simplest and most cost-effective decisions that you can make to set yourself apart.
Frequently Asked Questions: Headshots
Everyone has questions about their headshot session! Below are some of the most common questions I receive. If your question is not answered on this page, call or text me at (412) 559-3889, or email me at missy@missytimko.com.
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The majority of headshot sessions take place in my studio located in Mt. Lebanon, PA.
For branding portraits, we can shoot on your site, on location, outdoors, or in my studio.
For corporate projects I will bring my equipment to your office or location.
For branding portraits, we can shoot on your site, on location, outdoors, or in my studio.
For corporate projects I will bring my equipment to your office or location.
Always wear clothes that match your style and personality and work for your profession.
Color can work for tops, but keep in mind that bright colors and patterns attract visual interest. This may or may not work for you, depending on your profession. Consider choosing something neutral or subtle that compliments your eye color and skin tone.
I recommend minimal or no jewelry and accessories. Keep it simple. However, if you have signature jewelry that is a part of your personal style, then, by all means, bring it!
Be sure that your clothes are clean and neatly pressed. This is especially true for shirts and suits. The camera picks up a lot of detail, so if you are wearing wrinkled clothing, it will be apparent in your photos.
For headshots, your lower half won't make it into the final pictures, but don't neglect wearing pants that will make you feel confident for your appointment.
Don't underestimate being well-rested and hydrated before your shoot!
We will talk more specifically about what to wear when you book your shoot, and I am always here as a resource!
Color can work for tops, but keep in mind that bright colors and patterns attract visual interest. This may or may not work for you, depending on your profession. Consider choosing something neutral or subtle that compliments your eye color and skin tone.
I recommend minimal or no jewelry and accessories. Keep it simple. However, if you have signature jewelry that is a part of your personal style, then, by all means, bring it!
Be sure that your clothes are clean and neatly pressed. This is especially true for shirts and suits. The camera picks up a lot of detail, so if you are wearing wrinkled clothing, it will be apparent in your photos.
For headshots, your lower half won't make it into the final pictures, but don't neglect wearing pants that will make you feel confident for your appointment.
Don't underestimate being well-rested and hydrated before your shoot!
We will talk more specifically about what to wear when you book your shoot, and I am always here as a resource!
My style for headshots is simple, clean, and expressive. The goal is to end up with a portrait that feels like your best self caught on camera.
The standard and single-image headshot sessions will provide a picture of your head and shoulders only. This is best for your LinkedIn profile, your website, or other purposes where people will need to know your image and personality. A branding session is a full-length shoot with a large range of possiible options.
The 45-minute single image refresh is a quick and efficient studio headshot session with standard lighting, perfect for a professional single image update. Includes selection on site and one professionally retouched, high-resolution digital image. We book these on two Thursdays a month. Book your single image refresh here.
The 90-minute standard headshot session allows time for varied poses, outfits, lighting styles, and expressions, perfect for a small collection of images to represent you. Includes selection on site and three professionally retouched, high-resolution digital images. Book your standard headshot here.
A branding portrait session is a more involved shoot, where you might shoot a full-length portrait, an environmental portrait outside the studio, or more extensive imagery (beyond a simple head-and-shoulders studio portrait) for the purposes of personal branding. Get in touch to book your custom branding portrait session.
The 45-minute single image refresh is a quick and efficient studio headshot session with standard lighting, perfect for a professional single image update. Includes selection on site and one professionally retouched, high-resolution digital image. We book these on two Thursdays a month. Book your single image refresh here.
The 90-minute standard headshot session allows time for varied poses, outfits, lighting styles, and expressions, perfect for a small collection of images to represent you. Includes selection on site and three professionally retouched, high-resolution digital images. Book your standard headshot here.
A branding portrait session is a more involved shoot, where you might shoot a full-length portrait, an environmental portrait outside the studio, or more extensive imagery (beyond a simple head-and-shoulders studio portrait) for the purposes of personal branding. Get in touch to book your custom branding portrait session.
Missy Timko Photography | info@missytimko.com | 412-559-3889