It's More Than a Headshot
If you've found yourself here, I'm betting that means you are considering growing your visual presence online and you're possibly wondering what to expect from a brand photoshoot with me. Working with me on a personal branding session is about telling the authentic story of your brand. It all starts with a complimentary brand vision consultation. Whether we meet in person in Manistique or virtually, our time begins with a deep-dive conversation. I ask all the questions—about your business, your vision, your goals, what lights you up, and what makes you and your brand truly one-of-a-kind.
We explore your plans for the year ahead, any upcoming launches or events, discuss any b-roll you may want, and uncover any photography gaps in your current branding and website. This process is designed for entrepreneurs and solopreneurs, and for those in service-based businesses who are ready to grow, connect, and show up more fully in their brand.
Why Upper Peninsula Entrepreneurs Need Personal Branding Photography
In a crowded digital world, a personal brand is what truly makes you stand out. Especially for purpose-driven entrepreneurs, powerful imagery is the cornerstone of a strong brand. Personal brand photography unveils your unique story, personality, and expertise, forging an instant, relatable connection with your audience.
Instead of generic photos, you'll have a distinctive visual story that addresses your visibility struggles, elevates your brand perception, and can assist in driving engagement and bookings. Your brand's story deserves to be seen everywhere—from your email list to Instagram to your "About" page!
The Roadmap for your Session
Once we’ve mapped out your branding needs, we schedule your session based on how much time you want to book and what your photography goals are. To deliver the best experience, it is recommended to book your session a minimum of one month in advance for longer sessions, while 3 hour sessions can be booked as little as two weeks in advance.
We will then plan the date, time, and location(s) which will best bring your story to life. From there, I become your branding sidekick (I need a cool sidekick name...) —you’re welcome to reach out with questions, share ideas or Pinterest inspiration, and we’ll stay as connected as you want throughout the lead-up to the session. I want this experience to feel exciting and collaborative, not overwhelming.
Prepping for Greatness
To help you get even clearer on your vision, I’ll send over a branding questionnaire. It’s a fun and reflective guide to help you think about everything from editing style and colors to outfits, props, and the tone of your brand. This questionnaire has helped some completely reframe their brand and their goals!
A few days before your shoot, I’ll also send you a prop list based on our planning and ideas—props are a magical weapon in branding sessions and you truly can’t have too many. They help bring texture and personality to your photos and make your content more versatile and eye-catching.
This entire GIF and the client's delicious b-roll came together because of a prop list!
Session Day
When session day arrives, we meet at our chosen location and start working our way through a custom shot list I’ve put together just for you - really! I plan each session separately and use the answers from your questionnaire and our consultation as guideposts. I aim to capture a broad variety of photographs that feel true to you and can serve your brand across platforms for months (or years) to come. We can either tell a concentrated story or a broad story. Think content for your website, social media, marketing materials, and launches—your photos will be ready to do the heavy lifting so you can put your energy where it is needed.
If we have an outdoor shoot planned and the weather doesn't cooperate, don't worry! I stay ahead of the weather and will work with you to either reschedule the session or find an indoor location.
The End Goal
Personal branding sessions with me are a blend of strategy, creativity, and fun. My goal is to make you feel confident and seen while we tell your story through images that reflect your heart and hustle. You’ll walk away with photos that align with your goals and fuel your growth—and maybe even a few laughs and aha! moments along the way. Your high-resolution, professionally edited images will be delivered in a curated online gallery, ready for all your marketing needs.