How to Take Better Headshots

1/12/2018 Comments

How to Take Better Headshots

Need a great headshot? You already know that going to a professional will be your best bet at an awesome outcome. But if you MUST do it yourself, here are some tips and tricks that will help you with your headshot selfie.

Use a tripod. Even if you’re using your cell phone to take the picture, you should use a tripod, or at the very least, a selfie stick. This is because your cell phone is a wide angle lens and the further you get from it, the less distortion you have. Don’t have a tripod or selfie stick? Hand a friend the camera and ask them to step back a couple feet.
Work the Angle. You’re not taking a mug shot – you’re taking a headshot. You need to look good. Do NOT stand facing the camera. Turn your feet about 45 degrees to one direction or the other, then bring just your shoulders back to facing forward (not quite all the way though). Then bring your FACE forward. This turn of your neck will make your image more dynamic and create a much more flattering shadow and angle on your jawline.
Light up your face. You need to be facing light. If you’re indoors, then set your camera or phone on a window ledge and have your face toward the window light. It will create a soft, diffused light for your face.
Check your background. Make sure there isn’t clutter behind you. Also, don’t stand right against a wall. You want space behind you and your background.
Take LOTS of pictures. Most ladies already know this, but if you take 30 images, ONE of the will be your favorite. With technology being what it is, go ahead and take lots of pictures until you get it just right.

Want to see a quick DIY on how to do it yourself? Click HERE to watch this video! It’s quick and silly ;)

You can create a pretty decent picture on your own. Still, if time and money allows, your best outcome will be when you use a professional. Set yourself apart and show you care about your business, your profession, and your image - call to schedule your professional headshot. Not only will you get a great image, but professional editing, as well!

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Lori Stead is a fine art portrait photographer in Corpus Christi, TX. She enjoys creating maternity, newborn, seniors, couples, family, children, and boudoir portraits. She is also a wife, mother of four, and adventurer.