RELATE TO YOUR CLIENT BASE
There are no rules to what you should wear, however, we find strong colors and pastel colors work best when patterns are minimized. Tie wearers should focus on the knot, whilst shirt wearers should consider complimenting the look with a suit jacket.
RELATE TO YOUR CLIENT BASE
BE YOURSELF
Arrive looking your very best. Plan your styling ahead of your shoot, visit a salon and prepare to have fun!
BE YOURSELF
HELP US HELP YOU
Studio shoots often look better than outside shots. You're at the mercy of the weather outside and the background could be distracting, taking the focus away from yourself. Studios lighting and simple backgrounds generate the most flexible results , making you the center of attention.
HELP US HELP YOU
COMMUNICATE YOUR NEEDS
Websites like LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram will automatically crop your images. Your business website may require a specific crop as well. Talk to us about your specific needs and watch as we exceed your expectations. Guaranteed!
COMMUNICATE YOUR NEEDS
KEEP IT SIMPLE
Keep it simple. Patterns are distracting. Strong, solid colors work best (black, blue, brown, red, green, yellow or orange). Definitely bring some colors to compliment a white shirt or blouse.
KEEP IT SIMPLE
SWEET DREAMS
We know it’s tough to find the time to get a full night’s sleep. This is your perfect excuse. 7 hours of sleep translates into a sharp, effective and confident image. We will make sure your energy comes through in your images.
SWEET DREAMS
Pre-shoot Advice for Men & Women
Men
TIES, SHIRTS & SUITS
Solid color ties made from pure silk look sharp. For a more casual look go for a knitted tie. If in doubt bring a few and let us give you our advice. Make sure you wear a shirt collar that covers the noose and cover the top button with no gaps. What a difference a fitted shirt makes. Splash out and be George Clooney for a day. It’s well worth it. When it comes to shirts white or pastels look best. Tailored suits also stand out. Solid colors work best. Stay away from stripes or patterns Guaranteed!
TIES, SHIRTS & SUITS
LESS CORPORATE LOOKS
Being in Colombo we like to dictate fashion and sometimes it doesn’t include a suit and tie. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a techy, a trendy chef, an artist or a blogger and worth millions like Mark Zuckerberg, you will have the need to express yourself, and we encourage this. Think more along the lines of contemporary fashion. Plan your outfits to look sharp and feel confident. Inspire your prospective clients to reach out to you.
LESS CORPORATE LOOKS
NAILS & ACCESSORIES
You may have heard it over and over again: You are your best accessory. Prepare well by getting a manicure. Yes, that’s right, we just said get a manicure. Clean looking nails add to your image of success. Add accessories like a watch, pocket square, tie pin and cuff links. Clients want to connect with successful people. Let us help you put your best foot forward.
NAILS & ACCESSORIES
Women
SUIT JACKETS, SLEEVELESS DRESSES, PATTERNS, COLOURS & JEWELLERY
We recommend a suit jacket with any dress or blouse to give you a flattering contrast. Keep it simple and go sleeveless for natural light images. Keep your blouses solid light colors like whites and pastels, and keep the jackets darker. Avoid complex patterns as they will look distorted once we process your images.
SUIT JACKETS, SLEEVELESS DRESSES, PATTERNS, COLOURS & JEWELLERY
HAIR ROOTS & NAILS
Coloring hair digitally is time consuming and rarely looks real. Visit a salon prior to your appointment to take care of your roots and definitely have our hair and make-up stylist, style your hair. Make the extra effort and be extra happy.
Amazing looking nails will help you stand out from the crowd. French manicured, pale/nude colors for professionals or dark deep colors for a more casual look. If you are planning on different colored outfits it’s best to keep the nail color neutral.
Make the extra effort and be extra happy.
HAIR ROOTS & NAILS
LESS CORPORATE LOOKS
Step out in style and express yourself your way. Define your passion for your work with a contemporary look that your new clients will connect with
LESS CORPORATE LOOKS
Some Common Mistakes
EYE CONTACT
When you look a person in the eye you communicate confidence and conviction, knowledge and authority. Engage with your audience through the power of a great headshot. Show them you are the number one choice for the product or service they need. At Headshots Studios, we take the time to get to know you and what fires your passions for the work you do. We then illustrate this in the headshots we take.
EYE CONTACT
ON THE PHONE
Nobody can do two things at once, it is a proven fact. Multi-tasking is a myth and a sure way to put off anyone looking to do business with you. People want to do business with people that give them their full attention. Let our headshot photographers show your clientele that you have their best interests in mind and you respect and want to earn their business.
ON THE PHONE
NO IMAGES
Why do you need a headshot? A great headshot is so much more than putting a face to the name. It projects your personal brand, portrays your confidence, knowledge and above all gives you the credibility you need to connect with people. Welcome your new clients into your business with a headshot taken at Headshots Studios !
NO IMAGES
TOO CLOSE
Invading one’s personal space can be a sign of aggression and creates a negative reaction. When building trust and respect between you and your clients it is important to put them at ease and make them feel comfortable. Trust us to take the headshots you need so that people feel the respect they deserve in their business interactions with you. We will help capture your brand and deliver your vision.
TOO CLOSE
PARTY PICTURES
It may be obvious that these types of images in no way portray your business intellect, vision, or ingenuity and yet many people have a party picture cropped because it’s the only ‘good’ picture they have. Please allow our professional photographers at Headshots Studios to create a portrait of you that you deserve to use to connect with your network and clientele. Invest in the best possible depiction of you and see the difference in your business.
PARTY PICTURES
CARTOONS
No one takes these seriously. Please do not even consider this option as a business professional. Why create a barrier that will put off any prospective clients from the get go? People want to connect with you and not a cartoon. Show them you are serious about earning their business with a professional headshot taken at Headshots Studios.