Branding and headshot photography

If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, creative professional or just updating your online presence you’ve probably come across both headshots and branding photography. While they may seem similar on the surface, they serve different purposes and offer distinct benefits. So what’s the difference between a headshot and branding photography, and how do you know which […]

Headshots vs Branding: What’s the difference?

May 2, 2025

Teen girl acting headshot in northville studio

I’m flattered that Jan and her Mom traveled from the west side of the state to come to my studio for acting and modeling headshots. Jan was also excited that she was missing school! 😉 She’s a natural and did such a great job and I told her to remember me when she’s famous! 🙂

Acting headshots | Northville

Apr 30, 2025

U of M cap and gown

I just LOVE seeing my past high school seniors again! It’s so much fun after photographing them for their senior pictures to get to catch up, hear what they’ve been up to and where they are headed! Congratulations to Julia for graduating from U of M’s Ross Business School! I wish her the best of […]

U of M Graduate Julia

Apr 28, 2025

Ann Arbor senior photographer

Greenhills high school senior, Mason was a pleasure to photograph. He’s laid back and easy going and did a good job of mixing some personal touches into his senior pictures, including a shirt that his Mom had bought before he was born! Meet Mason! Cats or dogs? DogsFavorite band? JuceWhat’s your superpower? KindnessPineapple on pizza? […]

Mason | Ann Arbor senior

Apr 28, 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) headshots are popping up on LinkedIn and across the Web and can produce “professional” headshots in seconds. That kind of convenience is appealing. I’m a professional photographer who photographs headshots and personal branding, so let’s talk about it! I believe that if you’re serious about your brand, your career, or making a […]

Should you use an AI headshot?

Apr 16, 2025

Niko, a senior from Walled Lake Western, picked Eastern Market in Detroit for his senior photos location. We had a great time walking around an exploring all the color and murals. Meet Niko. Cats or dogs? CatsFavorite musician? Danny BrownWhat’s your superpower? EmpathyPineapple on pizza? YesFavorite movie? Memento Tip from Niko’s senior portrait session. I […]

Niko | Detroit senior portraits

Apr 10, 2025

Catholic central high school senior

I met Nick, a Catholic Central High School senior, in downtown Northville for his senior pictures. We lucked out with a beautiful Michigan Fall day. I always really enjoy customizing senior pictures to the high school senior so I was glad to head to Nick’s high school campus for his second location and incorporate his […]

Nick | Northville senior pictures

Mar 31, 2025

Northville headshot for Linkedin

Did you know that LinkedIn statistics reveal that profiles with professional headshots receive 21 times more profile views and 9 times more connection requests? Professional headshots on LinkedIn and other places make a difference!Meg came into my Northville Studio for her first experience with professional headshots for Linkedin. I always ask about other possible ways […]

Meg | Studio headshot portraits

Mar 19, 2025

Senior guy portraits in downtown Detroit

Nate is the youngest of three! I always love hearing what past seniors are up to and seeing a family I’ve had the pleasure to photograph more than once. Meet Nate! Cats or Dogs? DogsFavorite musician? Chris StapletonWhat’s your superpower? Going with the flowPineapple on pizza? NoFavorite movie? Megamind Location: Downtown DetroitI always like to […]

Nate | Detroit senior portraits

Mar 18, 2025

Detroit Country Day senior michigan photographer

It is always so much fun and so flattering when I’ve had the pleasure of photographing a family through the years and then get to photograph the “kid’s” senior pictures! I don’t even remember the first time I photographed Jacob but he was in elementary school! We had a great time chatting about cross country […]

Jacob | Birmingham senior pictures

Mar 12, 2025

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