This year was such a transformative year! Networking with other creatives and diving deeper into my craft offered some fantastic questions about myself and even more rifting answers. Here are some of my most memorable moments of 2024. December Meeting Geisha in Obama, Fukui October Going to Australia while reading Chris Orwig’s Book Authentic Portraits and having deep connections with family and new friends in Australia. August Looking at how far TOPTIA has come from […]
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Getting yourself ready for an executive headshot session–or any portrait session–is more than just looking good. It’s also about feeling confident and comfortable in your own body. Have you ever had those days where you just felt off about something? Like you wanted to crawl out of your own skin? Practicing a bit of self-care can work wonders for your mood, energy, and overall appearance. Not only will you look professional and polished, but you’ll […]
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Smile for the camera! We’re doing office headshot day! Some of us are camera-ready, and others would run into a business meeting instead. Wherever you are on the scale, we’ve got you covered. Here are a few tips that will help you look and feel your best so that you can nail that office photo! Pick the Perfect Outfit Your headshot is a snapshot of who you are and where you stand in your career, […]
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We’re always excited to assemble a new or experienced model’s portfolio to boost their career. Regardless of your experience, your portfolio is your chance to make a s stunning first impression and showcase your versatility as a model. What you wear to your photo session plays a big role in effectively communicating your unique style features and potential to casting agents and clients. Some models might not have a particular style yet and are curious about how to […]
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I have a bit of a secret to share with those who are reading this. I lack confidence from time to time. Even when I sat down to think about topics for a blog post, confidence was at the bottom of my list. But I have a bit of a competitive streak and love a good challenge. So I decided to use myself as an experiment and see how I could build confidence in myself as a photographer photographing random strangers along the coast of Main Beach in […]
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