How to Prepare for a Professional Headshot Session (and Look Your Absolute Best)
How to Prepare for a Professional Headshot Session (and Look Your Absolute Best)
Let’s be honest—no one wakes up excited to have their photo taken. But a great headshot can change everything. Whether you’re updating your LinkedIn, building your personal brand, or refreshing your company website, your headshot is often the first impression you make. The good news? A little preparation goes a long way.
Here are some simple, expert-backed tips to help you walk into your headshot session feeling confident, camera-ready, and totally in control.
1. Choose the Right Outfit (Or Two)
What you wear should reflect your personality and your profession. Stick to solid colors or simple patterns, avoid logos or busy prints, and choose pieces that make you feel like the best version of yourself.
Pro Tip: Bring a few options! We’ll help you choose what photographs best. Layers like a blazer or jacket can give you variety with minimal effort.
2. Grooming Matters
A fresh haircut (a few days before your session), clean nails, and a bit of prep go a long way. Gentlemen: shave or trim your facial hair neatly. Ladies: consider light makeup to even out skin tone—nothing too heavy or drastically different from your everyday look.
Optional Add-On: We offer professional makeup services for a polished, photo-ready finish. Just ask when you book.
3. Sleep, Hydrate, and Skip the Salt
We’re not saying you need to live like a monk the week before your session—but some smart choices help. A good night’s sleep, lots of water, and skipping salty foods or alcohol the day before can help reduce puffiness and make your skin glow.
4. Practice Your Expressions
It might feel silly, but practicing a natural smile or confident expression in the mirror can ease nerves. Think about the vibe you want your headshot to convey—friendly, approachable, trustworthy, bold? We'll coach you during the session, but a little warm-up never hurts.
5. Trust the Process (And Your Photographer)
Our job is to make you look and feel amazing. We'll guide you through poses, lighting, and expressions that work for you. You don’t need to know what to do—that’s what we’re here for.
Final Thoughts
Your headshot is more than a picture—it’s a statement. And when you’re prepared, relaxed, and in good hands, the results speak for themselves.
Ready to elevate your headshot?
Book your session or get in touch with any questions—we’re here to make it easy, fun, and maybe even enjoyable.
