There was a time when I would not have put the price above like you see now and would have listed CALL FOR PRICING where you now see the ALL FOR ONLY $190. There are lots of things to consider about publishing or not publishing your headshot pricing. In the end, it's completely up to you because…
Read moreThe Boring Headshot Argument – Traditional, Quality, Outdoor Headshots Still Work!
Traditional - Creative Let me set the record straight. I do a lot of headshots (several hundred to 1,000+ in 2015) and I do plenty of creative headshots, but contrary to what others might think, not everyone wants, needs nor cares about a more creative, artsy type headshot. What's Important? The traditional style, classic headshot…
Read moreHeadshot Photographer Serving Pinehurst NC
Other Headshot Links: Edgy Headshots | Horizontal White | Acting & Modeling | On-Site Company Headshots This post was sparked by a professional businessman who lives in Pinehurst that made the 75 mile drive to North Raleigh to get a professional headshot for his business marketing materials including his website and LinkedIn. Yes, I am in North Raleigh, but the drive may be…
Read moreBehind The Scenes: Portrait Of Photography Assistant In Downtown Raleigh NC
Black & White Headshot Portrait (UNEDITED) of Photo Assistant John While On A Cold Assignment In Downtown Raleigh NC The black and white portrait above is of my assistant John (UNEDITED) on a 25 degree day (1/5/16) in downtown Raleigh NC. John was actually holding the Profoto B2 light setup pictured on the left above…
Read moreCritiquing Your Photography: The Most Important Opinion Is The Paying Client
By the time you start reading this sentence, you have already formed an opinion about the image above. You may love it. You may hate it. Regardless of your personal opinion of it, the most important opinion to me is the client that paid me to shoot it. If the client is not happy, then…
Read moreDoes Your LinkedIn Business Profile Headshot Resemble The Real You?
OK The Image Is Overkill - But It Gets Your Attention! LinkedIn is one of the most important business platforms on the internet and you should be using a truly professional headshot. Your headshot is likely the first thing that anyone viewing your profile will notice on LinkedIn. Remember, first impressions are lasting impressions. Does…
Read moreRaleigh Headshots: You Get What You Pay For – Professionals Get It Right The First Time
North Raleigh Headshot Studio Photography by David Williams. Images for Publication Use. This post was sparked by a phone conversation that I had with a businessman looking for a headshot photographer. His Position...... 1) He'd been in his field for 10 years and had gotten by without a professional headshot. 2) He was price conscience…
Read moreProfessional Headshot Options In The Raleigh NC Market: Home Photography Studio? Mobile Photography Studio? Traditional Business District Photography Studio?
Both images above are stock images to provide a visual. Yes, I have a studio in a business district. No, I do NOT have a residential home studio. And, Yes, I travel locally and beyond to shoot headshots. Headshots are one of my core specialties as a business and commercial photographer. But this post is…
Read moreLinkedIn Cellphone Selfies In A Car Will Not Help Anyone’s Professional Image Online
I don't know what it is with so many people using selfies for their LinkedIn profile and especially images shot inside their car. I just saw someone who updated their LinkedIn headshot a few minutes ago post a headshot taken in the backseat of a car. What's up with that? That's not the only inside…
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