5 Tips to Calm Pre-Photoshoot Nerves and Rock Your Next Signature Branding Photoshoot Experience
Let's face it - having your photo taken can be an anxiety producing experience if you're not prepared. As a seasoned photographer working with everyday clients, I get it - walking into that studio can feel pretty damned vulnerable. I’ve been there myself and over the years I’ve taken note on what I wish other photographers I’ve worked with would have done or told me to make the experience more comfortable.
My Signature Branding Photoshoot Experience is intentionally designed to strip away any fears or awkwardness from the start. I know you aren’t in front of a camera for a living, but your audience won’t know that.
After the initial booking, we'll meet for a pre-shoot strategy session weeks before the photoshoot date to vibe out your vision. Discussing outfit ideas, inpso mood boards for poses - this stuff matters. Getting on the same page before photoshoot day means you can just show up ready to shine. Besides, it’s always nice to get to know someone a bit before they put a camera in your face, don’t you think?
Then on the big day, I'll have your favorite tracks playing to put you in that can't-be-stopped mindset. With my expert guidance on posing and facial expressions, you'll tap into a confidence you didn't know you had.
The result? Imagery that feels authentically badass - not at all forced. Magazine worthy imagery that straightens your crown and elevates your image. Branding portraits that don’t look like everyone else’s because YOU aren’t like everyone else.
Alright, I’ve talked about a few of the things that I do to help you feel at ease for your Signature Branding Photoshoot, but here are 5 pro tips for YOU to follow to channel that fully empowered energy:
Ditch self-consciousness at the door. Open communication is key - let me know any insecurities so I can be your one-person hype squad and shut down negative self-talk.
Curate outfits that make you feel like a million bucks. Hint: It's not about copying stiff corporate looks. Bring pieces that vibe with your personal brand's core aesthetic. Look to your favorite style icons and fashion magazines to think outside the box. We’ll chat about this in detail at your pre-photoshoot consultation.
Be selfish about self-care in the days leading up. Down some green juice, get your beauty sleep, and show up fully energized to give it your all. You’re going to get so sick of me reminding you to hydrate and moisturize, I promise.
Do some power posing and breath work beforehand. Standing tall and controlled breathing can instantly empower your vibe. Listen to some of your favorite tracks on your drive to the studio that morning. Lean into the art of role playing if you need to!
Most importantly - trust my ability to coach you into poses and expressions that will represent the vision we’ve planned together. I've done this a million times - all you gotta do is embrace the experience.
Look, we both know confidence is everything when it comes to creating photos that truly captivate. Approach this like you would any big life moment - locked in and ready to bring that unstoppable energy. With the right attitude and my master direction, we'll create imagery that levels up your brand in a major way and shows the world what you’re about.
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Are you ready to level up your personal brand imagery in a major way? Sick of fitting in and ready to finally stand out?
This isn't just another basic portrait session - it's a fully-curated, white-glove experience from our one-on-one pre-shoot consultation to capture those confidence-boosting money shots on photoshoot day. We'll vibe out your vision, curate your outfits, and create branding portraits that embody the elevated, badass personal brand you're cultivating.
Don't sleep on investing in imagery that truly elevates your brand's presence. Slide into my DMs to book a time for us to chat about making your dream shoot a reality and creating photos that will have you looking like an absolute icon. CLICK HERE for more information.