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CATCH UP ON THE GOOD STUFFWhat is branding photography?
You’ve worked hard to build your business and brand, creating a logo, mission statement, and social media profiles. There are a variety of elements that go into your brand identity, from your promises to your customers to your website to the way you present yourself...
Top 5 benefits of professional photography for your small business
Having professional photos taken for your business can help your company grow, as well as provide you with high-quality imagery for promoting your brand. Whether you need a new cover photo for your Facebook Business Profile, updated product photos, or even print ads,...
How to use brand photography to increase sales
If you spend much time online, you’ve probably noticed that you’re constantly bombarded with information. Images, videos, promotions: It’s hard to know what to consume all the content that’s out there! Because there is so much imagery online, especially on social...
Building a personal brand
A personal brand isn’t that different from a corporate brand. When you think of corporate branding, the first thing that comes to mind is probably familiar company slogans like Nike’s “Just Do It” or Weetbix “Aussie kids are Weetbix kids”. Companies build and...
Grow your brand image with professional brand photography
Before you even open up for business or even begin to build your brand image, you determine your products or services, your logo, and your mission. You figure out what you’re going to offer customers and how you’re going to provide it for them. As you build out your...
6 Brand identity tips for your small business
Professional branding photography can take your business to the next level by providing you with a library of images to use on your website and social media. But what kind of images do you want from your branding photoshoot to enhance your brand identity? Branding...
5 Reasons why you need professional branding photos
Imagery is a crucial part of creating your brand for your business. While your product or service is the star, quality photos allow you to show off your company and what you and your team can do. After all, first impressions are everything, and you want to create the...
What to wear for your headshots
Professional headshots are all about communicating with your audience. It is essential that your look matches what you want your image to convey. I suggest looking professional yet approachable, as well as trustworthy and competent. That may seem like a lot to fit...
Everything you need to know to prepare for your personal branding session
You’ve taken the leap and booked your personal branding session! You want to create professional images that reflect your skills, intelligence, and personal brand. But how do you prepare? Don’t worry! I’ve put together this quick guide to help you feel ready to go on...
10 Tips to boost your LinkedIn profile
You’ve set up a LinkedIn profile to help you network and find your dream job. You know it’s important to keep your profile updated and to interact with your connections, but how can you improve your profile to encourage potential employers to view it? Should your...
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Portrait Artist & Studio Owner
Not many people get to love what they do, aspire to be better, and do better, and to be constantly inspired by those that enter their lives – but I do. Throughout my almost 15-year career, I have pursued my passion to create artistic, meaningful images. I pride myself on being a storyteller; I love to learn about you and capture your unique story in beautiful portraits.