Headshots
ERAS Photo Guide: The Residency Application Headshot, Explained
What an ERAS photo is, the AAMC requirements, what to wear (white coat or not), and how to prepare — a residency application headshot guide from a Boston-area studio.
May 2026
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Headshot Poses for Women: A Practical Guide
Posing guidance for women in professional headshots — body angle, posture and the S-curve, head tilt, neckline and shoulders, hands, hair, and expression by use case.
May 2026
Photography Tips
How to Avoid a Double Chin in Photos: A Photographer's Guide
Why double chins show up in photos and the camera angle, posture, jaw, and lighting fixes that remove them — practical guidance from a Boston-area headshot photographer.
May 2026
Photography Tips
How to Take a Professional Headshot With Your iPhone (9 Steps)
How to take a good headshot at home with your iPhone in 9 steps — the telephoto-lens trick, window light, Portrait mode, framing, posing, and light editing, using gear you already own.
May 2026
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Musician Headshots and Press Photos: A Guide for Artists
What musician headshots and press photos are, where they get used, how genre shapes the look, what to wear, and how solo and band sessions work — a studio guide for performing artists.
May 2026
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Average Professional Headshot Cost by City: 2026 Data Study
What does a professional headshot cost in 2026? We compiled published session prices across 16 U.S. metros. Ranges run from $150 in Sun Belt cities to $900+ in New York — a 2–3x spread. Full city-by-city table and what drives the difference.
May 2026
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Headshot Mini Sessions vs. Full Sessions: Why I Don't Cut It Short
Mini headshot sessions promise a professional photo in 10 minutes for a lower price. Here's what you actually get — and why I only offer full individual sessions for headshots that have a job to do.
May 2026
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Professional Headshots vs. Phone Selfies: Why the Difference Shows
A modern phone takes a sharp photo — so why does a selfie still read as a selfie on LinkedIn? The real differences between a professional headshot and a phone selfie: lens distortion, lighting, expression, and where each one is good enough.
May 2026
Headshots
Job Application Photo: Complete Guide for 2026
Everything you need to know about job application photos — dimensions, dress code, background, expression, where to get one, and when a professional headshot makes the difference between getting called and getting skipped.
May 2026
Headshots
LinkedIn Profile Photo Guide: How to Get It Right in 2026
The complete guide to LinkedIn profile photos — dimensions, background, expression, wardrobe, and what actually drives more profile views and connection acceptances in 2026.
May 2026
Photography Tips
Headshot Session vs Portrait Session — Which Do You Need
Headshots and portraits look similar but serve different purposes. How to tell which one fits your goal — from the lighting setup to the deliverables to the price.
May 2026
Headshots
Modeling Headshots vs Actor Headshots — What is Actually Different
Modeling and actor headshots look similar but are calibrated for different markets — lighting, expression, wardrobe, and submission specs all differ. How to know which one you actually need.
May 2026
Photography Tips
Studio Headshots vs On-Location Headshots — Which to Choose
Studio sessions vs on-location sessions both produce professional headshots, but the right choice depends on lighting control, environmental context, and what the image needs to do. How to decide.
May 2026
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Headshot Sizes & Dimensions: 8x10, LinkedIn & Aspect Ratios
Headshot size and dimensions reference: 8x10 acting prints, LinkedIn 800x800, casting specs, modeling comp cards, aspect ratios, and the crops that ruin good headshots.
May 2026
Headshots
Are AI Headshot Generators Worth It for LinkedIn?
AI headshot generators (Aragon, HeadshotPro, BetterPic) produce passable thumbnails but fail at LinkedIn's specific scale and trust requirements.
May 2026
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Tips for Professional Headshots: A Pre-Session Checklist
Practical pre-session preparation for professional headshots — what to do the week before, the day before, and the morning of your session.
May 2026
Headshots
Headshot Poses for Men: A Practical Guide
Posing guidance for men in professional headshot sessions — body angle, shoulder position, jaw and chin, hand placement, expression.
May 2026
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Graduation Headshots: A Studio Photography Guide
Graduation headshots for college and graduate-school students entering the professional job market.
April 2026