Behind the Lens: Your Complete Guide to a Confident Photo Session
“I’m not photogenic” “I hate having my photo taken” “Do we really have to do this?”
(If you’re nodding along, you’re exactly where you need to be.)
After photographing over 10,000 professionals (including a Malaysian Prime Minister and one very memorable Cuban tobacconist), I've learned something: being photogenic isn't a gift bestowed upon a lucky few. It's about feeling comfortable enough to be yourself.
What's in this guide?
A complete 5-week countdown to your photoshoot, including:
- The secrets to looking natural (not awkward) in photos
- What to wear (and what to absolutely avoid)
- How to prepare (without stressing yourself out)
- What actually happens during a shoot
- Emergency solutions for last-minute panic moments
- How to use your photos effectively
"Alese was just brilliant to work with! As someone who doesn't gravitate towards having my photo taken, she made me feel so comfortable and at ease. I was happily surprised at how efficient she was, and her great ideas to get the most out of our shoot."
- Sarah, Business Leader
Who needs this guide?
- People who’ve been using the same LinkedIn photo since 2015
- Anyone who breaks into a cold sweat at the words “photo day”
- Leaders ready to level up their professional presence
- Those who’ve been told they need “better photos” but don’t know where to start
- Anyone who’s ever said “I hate how I look in photos”
The best part? You’ll discover that getting professional photos taken can actually be… dare I say it… enjoyable. (I have client testimonials to prove it!)