Why should you book The Headshot Guy? It may seem easy but there’s a lot more to creating a professional headshot than sitting down in front of the camera and smiling. Unlike other general photographers who’ll typically take 100’s of photos to get one or two good ones I’ve developed a unique process which guarantees my clients become

Make-up for a professional headshot should be simple but well done. It should help the viewer focus on your eyes and mouth, the essence of the headshot. Most photographers can recommend a professional make-up artist to ensure you’re looking your absolute best. And that means one less thing for you to worry about.  

Strike a rapport! It helps to have a great rapport with your photographer. Chat to them and meet them beforehand. It’s vital that the two of you click: the more relaxed you are, the higher the chances of getting a range of images you’re happy with.

Get your image out there! Once you have your new headshot, use it. Think about all the different ways in which you could use your image: update your business card, add it to your e-mail signature, take out an ad in your local newspaper, write a press release about a project you’re working on, write

Get ride of a double chin! My number one tip is to push your forehead forward towards the camera when you’re being photographed as if you were a chicken. Now I know this feels really odd but it works. Not only does this give you a great jawline, it also helps to hide any excess under the

I believe there’s a great photo in everybody, no matter how un-photogenic they think they are. The best headshot photographers have a natural ability to put you at ease and leave you with images that will have you saying “Yes, that’s the real me…”. Trust them – they’re professionals! Try practising your range of expressions in front

Headshot Mistake: Never crop photos or use personal pictures. If you were interviewing someone and they turned up wearing shorts and a T-shirt, a pair of Speedos or a wedding dress, what would you think? (Yes, these pictures exist on the profiles of business professionals on LinkedIn!). Your first impression is the most important, so

Work your wardrobe Make sure you bring plenty of clothing changes to your shoot. But only bring the clothes you love to wear and feel great in, not clothes you think you should wear. We don’t want anything to detract from your face, but it’s important you wear something you feel great in. If you

A natural smile is your most important business tool. A stern face on your headshot won’t win you many friends or make people want to work with you – unless you happen to be a bouncer or a rugby prop forward! In the professional world, not smiling can give the impression that you are unapproachable,

I recommend that, gents, you get a haircut three to five days before the shoot so it doesn’t have that ‘just cut’ appearance, like a newly mown lawn. Ladies, you should make an appointment with your hairdresser for the day before or even the morning of the shoot. Why not book it as soon as