Frequently Asked Questions

Business Storytelling

  • We’ve put together a template that we’ll send for you to use.

  • I suggest that you have a notes app open on your phone and think about this: when you go to post a photo on social media, where are the holes, what kind of content do you need? Start chatting with your friends and those whose opinions you trust about ideas they might have for expressing your brand/business.

    Also, send me an example of your branding colors before the shoot. This is really helpful for deciding on backdrops and other complementary colors (the mood board will be really helpful here!)

  • You’re welcome to book & bring your own models. If you need recommendations, hit me up. We have a great resource list.

  • There’s pros and cons to each. Let’s have a call to chat about what’s best for you.

  • Fantastic! It’s really important for how we approach your photoshoot. I always recommend including them in the process (help w/colors, styling, layout of pics for website and beyond). Doing your photoshoot and website simultaneously is a very symbiotic way to develop/elevate your brand.

  • Please come prepared with a list laying out everything you want to shoot. This could include products and product information such as sizing, ways to wear/use the product, etc. If you’re planning to have models wear or use your product, make a note of what model will be with what product. You might also want to bring a whiteboard/chalkboard or poster board to superimpose words/images on later.

  • Great, let’s chat! I definitely offer product only shoots but always think it’s great to include some images of you as well as your brand.

  • We have 9-10 backdrop colors up at all times, multiple chairs to choose from in a variety of styles, multiple surfaces for product photography and more! Please reach out for more info.

  • Yes, it’s always recommended to have a professional handle your hair & makeup to give you more bang for your buck. Check out the awesome makeup artists we recommend!

  • No need to get a professional manicure but if you don’t, make sure your nails are filed, cuticles are cleaned up and hands look as great as they can be.

  • I create an online gallery where you can view, download and purchase all of your photos. The gallery is for you and whomever else with whom you wish to share it. We encourage our clients to buy their prints from the online gallery provided to ensure the quality of your images. The printing companies we use are vetted and reputable and we know they will print your photos at the highest level of quality.

  • Because Bay Area traffic.

Lifestyle & Fitness

  • It’s all about you! Personality photos aren’t necessarily for work or your Holiday cards. You’re not wearing a uniform or outfit you only wear once a year. Personality shoots are about you jiving with yourself and letting me capture it.

  • The outfits that are most you, the outfits you feel most comfortable and confident in. Always bring a few outfits (3-4 different looks/color options) and try on all your clothes before the shoot.

    If you’re looking to get your face & hair done, hire a professional! Check out our awesome vendors here! Try to hang clothes and/or steam & iron before arrival. If not possible, bring someone with you to steam & iron (*studio does have a steamer).

  • No need to get a professional manicure but if you don’t, make sure your nails are filed, cuticles are cleaned up and hands look as great as they can be.

  • Make-up mirror, dressing room, clothing steamer, hangers.

  • I create an online gallery where you can view, download and purchase all of your photos. The gallery is for you and whomever else with whom you wish to share it. We encourage our clients to buy their prints from the online gallery provided to ensure the quality of your images. The printing companies we use are vetted and reputable and we know they will print your photos at the highest level of quality.

  • Because Bay Area traffic.

Headshots

  • A good headshot can do wonders for your career, your online dating profile and your self esteem. We live in a visual world, a online world, a tech-heavy-image-driven-social-media-focused world. Don’t try to get by with that pixilated, poorly lit iPhone 8 pic that your bestie took for you in the way too distant past. Don’t be scared and stop putting it off. I promise you’ll be inspired when you see photos of your amazing and authentic self!

  • Your “uniform.” That could mean a polo, apron and name tag, if that’s the photo you need. It could also be the clothes you want to represent your personal brand with. Dress to your industry standards and for your needs. Always bring a few outfits and try on all your clothes before the shoot. Ask your stylish friend to help you pick out the things that look best on you, research what other people in your industry wore for their shots and most importantly wear what makes you feel the most fabulous.

    Try to hang clothes and/or steam & iron before arrival. If not possible, bring someone with you to steam & iron (*studio does have a steamer).

  • Any tools of the trade – laptop for bloggers, microphones for podcasters, headphones for DJs, that sort of thing.

  • First of all, I don’t own that boring marbled-blue backdrop that all your grade school portraits are taken with or a basic brick wall as a backdrop. We go bright orange, green, purple, black, or will cruise around the neighborhood for urban backdrops. There is no reason for your headshots to be stuffy! You can still be professional and have a personality.

  • Make-up mirror, dressing room, clothing steamer, hangers.

  • Wear what makes you confident! Do bring your makeup to touch up your look. Need some professional help? Check out the awesome makeup artists we recommend.

  • I create an online gallery where you can view, download and purchase all of your photos. The gallery is for you and whomever else with whom you wish to share it. We encourage our clients to buy their prints from the online gallery provided to ensure the quality of your images. The printing companies we use are vetted and reputable and we know they will print your photos at the highest level of quality.

  • Definitely! Whether you all come to the studio or I come to you, this is something we do offer. Reach out for more info.

  • Because Bay Area traffic.