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 terms. 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 […]

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

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

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

U of M graduate cap and gown photoshoot

Graduation is a huge milestone, and I’m excited to say that I offer mini cap and gown sessions! It’s the only type of mini session I offer. Solo or with a group of friends! After years of studying, late nights, and everything in between, you deserve to celebrate! A cap and gown session gives you […]

Cap & Gown mini sessions

Mar 7, 2025

Lisa has worked in real estate for years but is branching out on her own so we did a full branding session for her new social media accounts she’s going to create. We had a ton of fun and accomplished her goal of a variety of shots.

Lisa | Realtor branding photoshoot

Apr 3, 2024

Alexis is a past high school senior client of mine who I was excited to see again! She went to college in Colorado and is applying to grad school. It was so fun catching up on her life while she’s back in Ann Arbor for a short amount of time. I’m wishing Alexis all the […]

Alexis | Ann Arbor Headshots

Mar 20, 2024

rosa is one of the talented hair and makeup stylists on my team! hair and makeup is included in my senior sessions and highly recommended for my headshot portraits and branding sessions. check out the interview i did with Rosa! How long have you been a stylist? 9 years  If you could only use three […]

Meet Rosa | Hair & Makeup artist

Mar 14, 2024

Alisha and I have been working together for years! Hair and makeup is included in my high school senior sessions and highly recommended for my headshot & branding portrait sessions. We did a little interview including her best makeup tip! How long have you been a stylist?10 years this summer! If you could only use […]

Meet Alisha – hair & makeup stylist

Mar 12, 2024

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