How to Choose a Headshot Photographer
Union Eleven Commercial Photography Blog
by Derrick Rice
4M ago
The quality of your headshot is critical in communicating your professionalism and personality at a glance. It’s your best chance at a good first impression online. Here are some things to consider when selecting a photographer for your headshots: Portfolio Quality. Begin by reviewing the photographer's portfolio. Look for consistency in style and quality. An experienced headshot photographer will share a diverse collection of photographs, demonstrating their ability to capture a wide variety of people and professions. Do They Have a Studio? Photographers who specialize in headshots will have ..read more
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What to Wear for a Professional Headshot - 10 Tips.
Union Eleven Commercial Photography Blog
by Derrick Rice
4M ago
Your choice of clothing plays a critical role in the quality of your headshot, and what it communicates about you as a professional. Here are ten things to consider when selecting your wardrobe. 1- Focus on Professionalism: When selecting your wardrobe, prioritize professionalism. Choose attire that reflects the level of formality expected in your industry. For corporate professionals, this may mean opting for a well-fitted suit or business attire. Creatives might lean towards smart-casual or industry-specific clothing that aligns with their brand. 2 - Choose Solid Colours and Simple Patterns ..read more
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The Importance of a Professional Headshot in 2023
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by Derrick Rice
1y ago
In today's digital age, having a quality headshot is more important than ever. With the rise of social media and online professional networks, your headshot is often the first impression potential clients, colleagues, and employers will have of you. A poor quality headshot can give the impression that you don't take your career or personal brand seriously, while a professional, high-quality headshot shows that you are dedicated and take pride in your appearance. Having a great headshot is not just about looking good, it's also about accurately representing yourself and your professional brand ..read more
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CALLING ALL ACTORS/ENTERTAINERS
Union Eleven Commercial Photography Blog
by Derrick Rice
2y ago
OTTAWA HEADSHOTS Our goal with every headshot is to capture your personality and professionalism. A good headshot is the key to getting a casting director’s attention. Your headshot needs to stand out. It has to have life and personality. Check out some examples below ..read more
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AUTOCORP HEADSHOTS
Union Eleven Commercial Photography Blog
by Derrick Rice
3y ago
One of the most important things you can do to have a professional looking web site is to have staff photos that stand out. We have visited many web sites that have a Staff/Team page and the headshots displayed are all different, the lighting, background and expressions should be consistent with your brand. Here is an example of a shoot we did recently with Autocorp. We have a few different backgrounds here at Union Eleven to choose from, the photos in this set of images is against our black brick wall ..read more
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In-Studio Professional Headshots
Union Eleven Commercial Photography Blog
by Derrick Rice
3y ago
Our studio is back up and running at full capacity, with headshots taking place most days of the week. If you or your team is looking to update your image with brand new headshots, you can book yourself in by giving us a call, or using our online calendar to select a time that’s convenient for you. Here are a few examples of recent in-studio shoots on our concrete backdrop ..read more
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Headshots for the Mental Health Commission of Canada
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by Derrick Rice
3y ago
Awhile back the Mental Health Commission of Canada hired us to set up shop in one of their boardrooms and photograph headshots of their whole team. We used the gray wall of the room itself as our backdrop. All told, we photographed around 50 people. Whenever we have a big day like this, we tether our cameras to a computer so our subjects can immediately review their shoot and make their final selection on the spot. We bring along a person dedicated to helping them make a choice so the photographer can immediately get to work photographing the next person. This system lets us quickly and effici ..read more
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Headshots on our Concrete Backdrop
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by Derrick Rice
3y ago
We have a variety of backdrops at hand for in-studio headshots, but by far the most popular is our concrete wall. Grey is a great backdrop colour because its neutral tone doesn’t clash with most website colours. Also, the texture provides a little bit of visual interest compared to your standard solid-coloured variety ..read more
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Headshots and Team Photos for Ottawa based law firm Edelson Friedman Black
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by Derrick Rice
3y ago
We’re often approached by businesses who are in the process of updating their website and need a completely new set of headshots for their team. Nothing destroys credibility quicker than unprofessional, mis-matched headshots on a website. With Edelson Friedman Black, we wanted to make sure that the look and feel of the photos communicated the seriousness of their practice, while also maintaining a degree of approachability. You can view their new website here ..read more
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3/4 Length Professional Portraits
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by Derrick Rice
3y ago
Sometimes you want to show a little more style and personality than a simple headshot can convey. If that’s the case, a 3/4 length portrait allows for a greater diversity of poses, and better shows off your outfit ..read more
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