"Headshot photography can be one of the easiest and most difficult type of image capture. The lighting and camera setup can be relatively simple and straightforward making it easy to create pleasing and repeatable lighting.
The difficult part can be getting the right look from your subject. There are plenty of cheesy smiles and wide open eyes to go around and that's what I work to avoid in my shoots.
In my Headshot from Start to Finish workshops I cover my lighting and camera setup and that is only the beginning. I also go over use of tethering as a tool to work with the client as a team rather than simply as the object being photographed.
Building a rapport can take time that one may not always have. Getting comfortable with a client quickly and keeping the mood light and fun can make the difference between a good headshot and a great one."
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