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Capturing Professionalism: Why Charlotte Corporations Should Invest in Updated Staff Headshots

In today’s visually-driven business landscape, first impressions matter more than ever. From websites and social media profiles to marketing materials and press releases, corporate imagery plays a pivotal role in shaping how a company is perceived by clients, partners, and stakeholders. Among these visual elements, staff headshots stand out as a key opportunity for corporations to convey professionalism, credibility, and cohesion.

While it may be tempting for corporations to rely on amateur snapshots or outdated portraits, investing in professional photography to update staff headshots offers numerous benefits that extend far beyond aesthetics. Let’s explore why corporations should prioritize this investment:

1. Establishing a Strong First Impression

When a client or potential customer visits a company's website or browses through its marketing materials, one of the first things they encounter is the staff roster. Updated headshots instantly convey professionalism and attention to detail, setting a positive tone for future interactions.

2. Conveying Corporate Branding and Identity

Every aspect of a company’s visual representation contributes to its branding and identity. Professional headshots ensure that employees' images align with the company’s brand values, culture, and messaging. Consistency in style and quality reinforces brand recognition and fosters trust among stakeholders.

3. Enhancing Online Presence and Credibility

In an era where online presence is paramount, high-quality headshots can make a significant impact. Whether it’s on the company website, LinkedIn profiles, or social media platforms, updated headshots enhance the corporation’s online credibility and professionalism. This, in turn, can attract potential clients, partners, and top talent.

4. Strengthening Employee Engagement and Satisfaction

Involving employees in the process of updating their headshots can foster a sense of inclusion and engagement. It sends a message that the company values its employees’ professional image and is invested in their success. This gesture can contribute to increased employee satisfaction and retention.

5. Supporting Recruitment Efforts

In a competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for business success. Professionally updated headshots can enhance recruitment efforts by presenting the company as modern, professional, and employee-focused. A positive visual representation can make the organization more appealing to potential hires.

6. Showcasing Individual Professionalism

Beyond corporate branding, updated headshots also benefit individual employees. Employees can utilize their professional headshots on their LinkedIn profiles, resumes, and other professional platforms to present themselves effectively and enhance their personal branding.

7. Elevating Marketing and Promotion Efforts

Professional headshots serve as valuable assets for marketing and promotional materials. Whether it’s for advertisements, press releases, or newsletters, incorporating updated headshots humanizes the company and its services, making marketing efforts more relatable and impactful.

To sum it up, investing in professional photography to update staff headshots is a strategic decision that yields long-term benefits for corporations. From establishing a strong first impression and conveying corporate branding to enhancing online presence and employee engagement, the value of updated headshots extends across various facets of business operations. By prioritizing this investment, corporations can elevate their visual identity, strengthen their professional image, and make a lasting impression on clients, partners, and employees alike.

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Extended Family Portraits | Lake Norman

My family is large and scattered all over the country so I really value time together, even more so after losing my SIL in April. I always try to capture our time together with portraits to share with my family and with my kids when they get older. I updated our family portraits this summer with both my in laws and my family since we had not had family portraits with my daughter in them yet. All that to say, I definitely understand just how important family pictures are! 

I photograph a lot of families right after they have a new baby and see them often within that first year. However, often times after a babies first year, it may be a while before the family portrait gets updated. I highly suggest to update your immediate family portrait at least annually. I personally prefer seasonally ;)

When it comes to extended family, I suggest updating at LEAST every other year. If you are traveling together out of town that is the best opportunity to update your extended family portrait.

If you are visiting Lake Norman, NC with your family we would love to capture the trip for you as a forever memory with family portraits. We can come out to your AirBNB or rental to photograph your family. Or if you prefer, I can suggest some of the amazing hidden gems I frequent.

During our extended family photo shoot, I will photograph the entire family of grandparents, parents and children. I’ll also make sure to capture every breakdown possible for you which includes each individual family, grandparents with their kids, grandparents with grandkids, all grandkids together and individually as well.

Make sure to call or fill out our contact form on our website to book us as soon as you book your vacation because we fill up quickly, especially around the holidays!

Don’t forget that we also can travel with you!

We look forward to photographing your family soon!

Reasons to Take Portraits | Extended Family Session

Generational Portraits.


Photos are one of those items that are passed down through generations so why not create one that future family members can treasure.

Most of us aren’t fortunate to have our grandparents living in the same city as us so it is extra special when they visit. Grandparents visiting is the PERFECT reason to get updated family portraits.

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Not only will I photograph the entire larger family but also all of the breakdowns. Expect to see portraits of the grandparents together and alone with the grandchildren. Also, some of my favorites from these sessions are generational images. For example, grandma, mom and daughter all photographed together. That will for sure be cherished for years to come!

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My favorite way to display the extended family session is in an album. Bonus, it makes for the perfect gift for Mother’s Day/Father’s Day or Christmas!

Make sure to book these sessions with plenty of notice because I see an influx of them in the Fall, particularly around Thanksgiving, and weekends fill up fast!