Headshots are your first impression

Fri, 01 May 2026 17:06:33 GMT

So why should they be so serious?

I'm so serious about this! Why do most headshots not only look like you're trying to hold a fart in, but they're also uncomfortable for 95% of the population when they're executed? It doesn't need to be this way.

Now before you get on me about how "well I need to look professional for xyz..." I know. I get it. However, so many photographers give the same cookie cutter experience for professional headshots of having 5 poses they never change, they only offer 1 background and then a green screen option, one outfit and then they snap a few photos of you looking like you need to run to the bathroom. That is not the experience you'll have when you book your session with me at Crescent Studios.

I take your self image very seriously when it comes to having headshots done for either a resume, job offer, business website, etc. You're not going to come into this blind. We'll talk before your session on clothing ideas on what you should wear and what to expect for the full process. These are not meant to make you look bad like most people think is going to happen. I certainly don't expect you to come in knowing exactly what to do with yourself for professional photos. Part of my process is coaching you on how to pose, where to put your hands, how to smile more naturally, etc.

My take on any branding and professional headshots is that these should be fun, relaxed, and authentic. I make every session fun with my dad jokes, movie references or anything I notice that makes you feel more you during a session. There won't be a moment that you'll feel awkward because I'm the queen of weird and if I can give that authenticity, so can you.

Newborn "Dragon" visited the studio

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 15:46:34 GMT

Photographed my first dragon in the studio

One of my favorite parts of covering newborn sessions is the ability to design and customize the experience for my client. When I spoke with this couple before their son was born. We were discussing themes and we had settled on shades of green or blue depending on how everything went and what I had. Before we ended our call, mama asked me if I could do them a favor for a theme. I never say no, but I will always give my opinion on what is doable depending on the request.

Since dragon is part of their last name, they requested if I could put together a dragon themed setup. I couldn't say yes any faster and I was so excited to get to work. I went to Michaels for some supplies, designed my scales in Illustrator, broke out my Cricut cutter and got to work. The egg was made from a paper maché process includingf a 12-15" balloon, tissue paper, glue and water mixture, and metallic card stock paper scales. Building the egg took a few hours and an overnight drying process. Finishing with the scales only took a couple of hours which a few shows on watchlist helped with.

We started with my family mini sessions where both parents have photos together and solo photos with baby. This really captures special moments pre-session and gets the jitters out for the rest of the time we're together. Being a mama myself, I know what poses and prompts to give because I look at these sessions the way I would want my own sessions to be covered.

When we were finished, I scooped up that little man and got him ready for his close-ups! We had our little pep talk about what we were going to be doing and how well we're going to work with each other. I love connecting with them because it gives them a bit of comfort for their solo time. He was a squirmy little man and stayed awake for some of the session. Gave me great detail photos of his hands and feet and fell asleep quite nicely for some sleepy photos.

By the end when the egg setup was on the docket. He was getting a little unruly and ready to go home. We got some cute photos of him in the egg and some as if he was spilling out of it. As soon as I had him comfy on the moss, he fell right back asleep. I didn't get as many photos as I wanted with the egg, but every baby is different and I listen to them. If he was calm and ok with some more work, I would have continued. I don't like to push my babies over their limit that I carefully watch for. Everything I do for my families and their littles is on how they're doing and making sure they're comfortable.

For more info on booking your newborn session. Visit my Motherhood page or fill out the form below!

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Headshots are your first impression

So why should they be so serious?

Newborn "Dragon" visited the studio

Photographed my first dragon in the studio