Headshots

What the heck is a headshot? Sounds like something from a murder mystery or crime tv show. Headshot is a term (really quite self-explanatory) that refers to a standard head and shoulder photograph, such as one you might expect from a school photographer for a student yearbook.

Nowadays on the web, we see headshots with much tighter cropping. That is to say, mostly face showing and no neck. If you know any models you might hear them talk about headshots. Models will have portfolios with headshots showing a variety of expressions and hairstyles, actors need headshots too. Many business people will want a headshot for their marketing materials. Realtors rely on headshots as they lend a personal touch to the advertisement. After looking at a headshot, you, the potential customer, have a better feel for the person you may hire to produce a product or service.

Capturing those Memories during the Holiday Season!

The Holidays are a great time to capture Family Memories

The Holidays are a great time to have a family portrait done. Everyone is in town and scheduling a portrait session is a bit easier with the kids home from school. Izard Photography shoots both studio and home/on-location family portraits. Often having the portrait done in the setting of your home can enrich the experience and make that image more of a unique memory. Talk to the photographer, let her know how many people will be participating in the session. Discuss clothing. Sometimes a little preparation and advance planning can work to enhance the image. Does your family have a sense of humor? Ask the photographer if you can do a “silly pic.” While the goofy shot of everyone making faces probably won’t make the cut for the wall Portrait hanging in your living room, it might be just perfect for your family webpage or the next invite you send out to friends for a party!  

Getting Children Ready for their Session

Photographing little ones can sometimes be a challenge, both for the parent and the photographer! The key is to relax and have fun. Kids pick up on adult vibes and usually do better when they sense a relaxed atmosphere. Some children are very outgoing and rambunctious, others just need a little time to warm up to new things :)

It may help the child to feel more comfortable in a new environment if Mom brings toys or other props from home.  Snacks are always welcome and serve as a nice break for the child while the photographer prepares for the next series of shots.

Getting Comfortable in front of the Camera

Hate getting your picture taken? Never satisfied with the way you look in your photographs? Here are a few tips from the other side of the camera.

Recognize that you’re probably feeling just a bit self conscious. Relax. It’s natural to feel this way. The important thing is to move on from those thoughts. You want to get the best possible photos, right? Your photographer does too.  All in all,  you are both on the same page and it is okay to relax and trust the photographer. 

Here’s another secret, 

About This Blog

What’s this Blog About? Pictures, Photos, People and Passion…that’s a passion for photography, which is truly rewarding.  I love capturing images of people. To me, it is something special to create an object, basically a piece of paper with ink on it that represents so much more!

How To Get The Most Out of Your Photo Session

A photo session doesn’t happen everyday. For many people, it’s an investment in the future. So it’s worth spending a little extra time preparing for the sitting. Here are a few tips to help your session go smoothly: