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Houston Corporate Business Headshots

Question: would you wear old unpolished shoes with a new untailored suit to an interview? Obviously not, on the contrary, your goal is to present yourself in the best possible way. Something to consider, your corporate online image is being viewed 24-7 by industry professionals.

In terms of professional corporate business headshots, your online corporate portrait is a form of personal branding. People look at your online bio image and this may be their first impression of you. Your corporate image needs to be polished, professional and convey the best first impression possible.

Today’s business market is competitive. So called “photographers” are flooding the industry daily. You must do your research and look at online portfolios and online reviews to see the difference for yourself. Please do not be someone’s “Test subject”. Seek a professional photographer whose specialty is portraiture. Your business online presence is far more important than just shopping around for the cheapest price.

As in the above scenario, why would you put a corporate image of yourself online with poor lighting, bad posture and no facial or clothing retouching? Do your homework before having your business portrait taken. We always recommend a consultation before your session so your clothing and image are conveyed through your image brand. Our portrait lighting is consistent in studio as well as on location. With Michael Carr’s extensive knowledge in portraiture, you will receive a facial analysis before your session so you are photographed in the correct lighting scenario to best compliment your facial features and bone structure.

Carr Portraits is a full time commercial studio with over 20 years of portraiture experience. We specialize in all forms of portraiture with an emphasis in corporate portraits. Call us today to reserve your appointment at 713-461-2862.

Houston Real Estate Headshots

Houston Real Estate Headshots

Real Estate Headshots

Houston Real Estate Headshots
Professional Realtor Portraits

With a competitive real estate market and an abundance of realtors on the playing field, individual realtors need to separate themselves from the masses. Digital image and brand marketing both play a major role in today’s online presentation. From visual design and imagery to website content and visual communication, all of these topics are critical factors to consider when evaluating your online presence.

The bar has been raised from “self taken or selfie” pictures to the expectation of having a polished professional business portrait for your profile picture. The real estate market is saturated with agents so you need to ask yourself: What makes you different when there are only a few seconds of a first impression encounter?

Visual communication is critical. Marketing yourself effectively and separating yourself from others can be a quick fix. If you seek and cater to high-end clients then you must present yourself in such a manner that reflects your target market. You must evaluate your online presence and your website and insure you have a polished professional real estate headshot. Some higher end real estate agents not only have an in studio business portrait, but also have us go on location to one of their higher end listings and have us photograph an environmental business portrait as well. By doing this, realtors have a portfolio of options of business portraits for their marketing campaigns. The real estate market has its own unique style of branding. Create a business image or a brand that reflects your personality.

To discuss your business real estate headshots and options for your business portraits, call the studio at 713-461-2862. We can help you formulate your plan for your headshot images to stand out from the masses. You can view our portfolio here. Our studio is conveniently located near the Galleria area, and close to 610, I-10 and 59, so there is easy access from those freeways.

About Michael Carr Photography

Michael Carr is a full-time Professional Photographer located in a commercial office building within the Memorial area (77057). Mr. Carr holds a B. S. in Photography and is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) with Professional Photographers of America (PPA). For a review of our portfolio, visit our website at www.Michaelcarr.photography or call 713-461-2862 to book your session.

 

Corporate Portraits in Houston

Do you need a new or an updated professional business portrait? Below are a few key elements that help create professional corporate portraits.

1. Professional lighting – Your photographer needs to have a solid knowledge of how to use professional lighting equipment and needs to know when to add or subtract light quickly and effectively. This is crucial since lighting can add or subtract weight in a subject’s face.

2. Posing – Your photographer should guide you through your session and make subtle movements to your poses or body position. Certain poses can help with sliming the subject’s body, as well as the face.

3. Expression – A professional photographer must be able to verbally create a desired expression in a short window of time. Your image should reflect approachability, and confidence.

4. Lens selection – Correct lens selection is a critical element to a business portrait session. Selecting the incorrect lens could add weight to a subject or compress an image to where it is unpleasing to the eye.

5. Attire – We recommend professional attire specific for your industry. A good rule of thumb is to wear what you would to an important sales meeting or an interview. Still need help with this? We can assist with clothing selection should you opt to bring in a few clothing options for your session.

6. Digital Retouching – This option is not meant to correct bad photography or poor lighting. Retouching a tool used to remove blemishes, stray hairs, whiten teeth or smooth facial lines. The digital retouching on your final image should be subtle and the image should still look like you.

Michael Carr has over 20 years of experience in Portraits. His studio is located in a professional office building near the Galleria area, on Woodway, 77057. View our map here. Since we are a full service studio, we can handle all phases of your portrait session from the capture phase, retouching and image enhancement phase, and final delivery of your digital business headshot portrait. Contact us and schedule your business portrait today, and visit our site here to learn more about our services: 713-461-2862.

Women Portraits in Houston

Houston area professionals are broadening their corporate image from traditional business headshots to casual headshots. Today’s corporate session typically consists of a traditional headshot, a casual headshot and ¾ standing portrait, with a variety of outfits pre-selected. Business leaders are requesting both portrait styles in order to connect with a larger audience. A professional business image for digital marketing is a key element when clients are searching for business services.

People conveying approachable personalities in their profile images are more likely to gain new business. The days of “selfies” and “cut outs” from family photos are a recipe for failure. If your desired audience has put forth the effort of professional portraits, your image should also reflect the same level of polished professionalism. Many executives update their executive portraits regularly and continue to come to us repeatedly for their photography needs.

Michael Carr Photography is a full service studio specializing in traditional business portraits and causal headshots. We understand the ingredients required to successfully produce a polished image. Our studio offers clothing consultations before your session in order to help you properly prepare for your session. You can read more about our clothing tips here. We also have partnered with a few nearby salons for clients to have their hair and makeup professionally applied before the session. You are welcome to come dressed and ready for your portrait session, or you are welcome to use our changing area. Our studio offers many amenities for our clients such as WIFI, phone and Ipad charging areas, and private changing rooms. Our commercial studio is located at Woodway and Chimney Rock, near the Galleria/Tanglewood. View our map here. Call us to discuss your women portraits session or to book your session, 713-461-2862.

About Michael Carr Photography

Michael Carr is a full-time Professional Photographer located in a commercial office building within the Memorial area (77057). Mr. Carr holds a B. S. in Photography and is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) with Professional Photographers of America (PPA). For a review of our portfolio, visit our website at www.Michaelcarr.photography or call 713-461-2862 to book your session.

 

Houston Professional Business Portraits

Houston professional business portraits by Michael Carr Photography, is available for in studio or location portraits to Houston area professionals. A polished business image is a valuable tool in marketing your visual brand and could be used in a variety of social media platforms, annual reports, and business proposals. Business leaders know the importance of self-promotion and branding. In today’s market, it is common to have a business casual portrait or a ¾ portrait on file as well as a current professional business headshot. The sessions are similar but differ in attire and expressions captured during the session. Many business leaders are rotating their business portraits every 1 to 2 years. These top executives and business leaders are common clients for us and they require updated business images as part of their business portfolio. With today’s digital marketing, maintaining a competitive edge is a crucial. One of the worst things you could do is to never update your business portrait. An up to date business portrait shows your clients that you care about your professional image, which in turn builds their trust in your professional services.

Take the time to look at your business portrait you are currently using, and evaluate it: Does it still look like you? Has your hair style changed? Does it convey your message to your target audience? If your business headshot is over 5 years or does not represent you well, you must consider updating your profile image. Invest in yourself and your marketing.

We invite you to view our business portrait gallery and look at the variety of options for your business portrait. Michael Carr is a full time commercial photographer located in Houston, Texas. His full service studio is centrally located in The Galleria area with quick access to major freeways. Since we are a full service studio, we can handle all phases of your portrait session from the capture phase, retouching and image enhancement phase, and final delivery of your digital business headshot portrait. We often times work with marketing directors and marketing departments to help them create a cohesive image campaign for their offices. Should your company or art director have specific image requests or guidelines, please let us know. We listen and can meet company expectations and guidelines. Contact us and schedule your business portrait today, and visit our site here to learn more about our services: 713-461-2862.

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