A branding session is different from a headshot session. With headshots, we're capturing one or two polished portraits. With branding photography, we're building a visual library that tells the story of who you are, what you do, and why people should work with you.
If you've been thinking about leveling up your brand photography, here's exactly what the process looks like when you work with me.
Before the Session: Planning Your Vision
Great branding photos don't happen by accident. Before we ever pick up a camera, we plan.
What we'll talk about:
- What platforms you're creating content for (Instagram, website, LinkedIn, ads)
- Your brand's colors, vibe, and personality
- The specific images you need (working shots, lifestyle, products, environmental portraits)
- Outfit changes and locations
- Any props, tools, or products you want to feature
I want to understand your business well enough that when someone scrolls past your content, the images feel like your brand before they even read the caption.
Session Day: What Actually Happens
We Start with the Easy Stuff
I always begin with simpler setups — clean portraits, environmental shots, lifestyle moments. This lets you warm up in front of the camera and build confidence before we tackle anything more involved.
I Direct Everything
You don't need to be a model. I coach you through every pose, every expression, every angle. If you feel awkward in front of a camera, that's completely normal — and it's my job to make that disappear within the first ten minutes.
Multiple Outfits and Setups
Depending on your package, we'll work through 3–6+ outfit changes and multiple setups. Each outfit creates a different mood and gives you variety for different platforms and contexts.
You See Images in Real Time
I shoot tethered, which means your images appear on a large monitor as I take them. You can see exactly what we're getting, flag your favorites, and make decisions on the spot. No waiting until delivery to find out if you liked your hair.
We Work at Your Pace
Sessions range from 1.5 to 4 hours depending on your package. That might sound like a lot, but between outfit changes, setup adjustments, and natural breaks, the time flies. There's no rushing.
After the Session: Your Image Library
Within 24–48 hours, you'll receive:
- Your professionally retouched final images (3, 5, or 10+ depending on your package)
- Your full session gallery of unretouched images (30–75+ photos)
The full gallery gives you a deep bench of content. Use them for social posts, website backgrounds, blog headers, email newsletters, and ads. With a single branding session, most clients have enough visual content to last 6–12 months.
Who Branding Photography Is For
I work with:
- Estheticians and wellness professionals building a presence on Instagram
- Real estate agents who want more than a headshot for their marketing
- Coaches and consultants creating course content and speaking materials
- Doctors and practitioners humanizing their practice
- Small business owners launching or refreshing a brand
If your business depends on people trusting you — not just your product — branding photography makes a measurable difference.
The Packages
I offer three branding packages designed to scale with your needs:
- Brand Starter ($699) — 1.5 hours, 3 retouched images, 30+ gallery, 3 outfits, 1 location
- Brand Builder ($999) — 2.5 hours, 5 retouched images, 50+ gallery, 5 outfits, 1–2 locations
- Brand Premium ($1,499) — 4-hour half-day, 10 retouched images, 75+ gallery, 6+ outfits, 2–3 locations, vision board consultation
Every package includes creative direction, live tethered review, and your full session gallery. See full pricing details.
Ready to Build Your Visual Brand?
Check out some of my recent branding photography work to see what's possible. When you're ready, get in touch and we'll start planning your session.