When Kelsey asked me to shoot her Boise Idaho creative headshots to update her portfolio as a graphic designer, I was so honored. Kelsey has some exciting career goals and wanted to update her Linked In portfolio to reflect who she is as designer now. A lot of professional studio photographers have a stiff approach to taking business headshots. We both poured over inspiration online trying to find creative headshots. A great headshot should reflect someone’s personality. I knew that I didn’t want her photos to feel like a stock image everyone has. I told Kelsey to bring two outfits: one ‘professional’ outfit she’d wear to a job interview and one personality outfit. Taking Boise Idaho creative headshots was such a blast.
How to take Creative Headshots
- Instead of the traditional blazer/pant suit outfit, wear something you’d wear in your profession to a nice event or job interview. Think outside the box! Don’t be afraid to wear your favorite bold print
- Add accessories! Jewelry can be a great way to show off your personal style.
- Incorporate interesting furniture into your shoot. Also, bring realistic props you’d use in your job setting as well such as a laptop, drawing/art supplies, coffee cups, your planner, etc.
- Choose a branding photographer you feel comfortable with. Ask them to take photos of you smiling and laughing! Your photos don’t have to be boring!
- Don’t be afraid to think of creative poses and atypical spots for your shots. Sit on the ground. Change up your background with different textures or color. As a professional headshot photographer, I like renting studios with different background options.
- Consider hiring a stylist to help you choose outfits that make you feel confident and tell your story as a business owner, an artist, ect. Laura Tully is located locally and would love to help you style your Boise Idaho Creative Headshots!
Boise Idaho Headshot Photographer
My goal as a small business owner and a photographer is to empower all people to feel like their best self. I am queer and work with a diverse community in Boise Idaho! Everyone who steps in front of my camera deserves to feel safe and comfortable. I am inspired by the artists located in Idaho and want to amplify their voices. Contact me here if you are looking for Boise Idaho Creative Headshots!
