Confidence in front of the camera
Being in front of the camera for your personal branding photoshoot can stir up a mix of emotions. Whether it’s your first shoot or you’ve had multiple, it’s completely normal to feel a little nervous. As your photographer, my job is to guide you through the process so you feel confident, relaxed, and at ease. In this post, I’m sharing my top tips to help you feel your best in front of the camera, so you can walk away with photos that truly capture your unique brand and business.
Be playful and open!
Achieving a variety of looks during your personal branding photoshoot is easier than you might think. By starting with a simple base pose, we can create different expressions and emotions—looking at the camera, looking away, smiling, laughing, or even a more subtle half-smile (or no smile at all). On the day of your shoot, you’ll receive plenty of guidance and encouragement from me. I’ll demonstrate how to move and pose so you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Plus, I’ll show you lots of images on the back of the camera so you can see how beautiful you are!
Bring along props for a sense of familiarity
It’s funny how we rarely think about our arms in daily life, but once we're in front of the camera, we often become hyper-aware of them. What do we do with our arms? How do we position them? A great way to ease this concern is by incorporating props into your branding photoshoot. Whether it’s a laptop, a bag, a coffee cup, crystals, or essential oils—anything relevant to your business can help you feel more comfortable. Props not only give you something to interact with, but they also add variety, detail, and personality to your photos. They help bring a sense of familiarity, allowing you to feel more at ease and stay relaxed during the shoot.
Set the tone for how you'd love to feel on the day of your shoot
Find a photo of yourself that you love (or like, if love feels like a stretch) and print out a copy of it. Stick it up on your bathroom mirror, on the fridge, or beside your bed. Any prominent place that feels good to you. Now, every time you see the picture of yourself, send some loving thoughts your way and watch your mindset change. Not sure what I mean? I’ve got some examples you could use below - save whichever ones resonate with you.
I'm really proud of myself for booking this shoot, it's allowing my dream clients to connect with me.
I do look beautiful in photos, look at this one!
I love how relaxed and happy I look in this pic, this is how I intend to feel on the day.
I love how confident professional makeup makes me feel. I'm really looking forward to feeling pampered.
I love you *name* and I'm so proud of you. You support your clients in the most beautiful way.
I love and accept myself as I am right now. I deserve to feel relaxed and at ease.
This is going to be fun! I can't wait to receive even more pics of myself that I love.
I want you to feel fully supported throughout your entire branding photoshoot. As your photographer, I’ll be there to guide you with plenty of feedback, direction, and even demonstrate poses to help you feel confident in front of the camera. I love showing my clients their photos on the back of the camera during the shoot to provide extra encouragement and ensure you’re happy with how the session is going. You can count on me to help you every step of the way!
Still freaking out?
Bring a bestie along to your shoot; someone who’ll give you loads of encouragement and help bring out your natural, beaming smile.
Ready to feel confident and at ease in front of the camera? Let’s create stunning personal branding images that truly reflect your business and personality.