THE PHOTOGRAPHY BLOG
About Erica J Mitchell’s Headshot Photography
About Erica J Mitchell’s Natural Light Photography Style Erica photographs in a natural light studio or on location using available light to create a soft environmental look for each of her clients. Classic photographic techniques that utilize the sun are used onsite...
Using the Sky as Your Light Source
Believe it or not, but the best weather conditions are cloudy days. The clouds create the desired diffused lighting ideal for outdoor naturally lit photography.
How to Prepare for a Headshot Session
Alright! You've booked your new headshots session. Now it's time to think about how to prepare. I recommend getting a good night sleep before your shoot, drink water and allow for plenty of time to get ready. If you are not used to a makeup and hair routine, consider...
It’s raining. Now what? Use the Natural Light Studio for Business Headshots
When it rains, it pours right? Well, in Portland, Oregon it does. And this year even snow. This presents challenges in booking an outdoor on location headshot. So what do you do when it's raining or even worse snowing the day of your headshot photoshoot? Our solution...
What Images Do I Need For My Business?
There is a way to photographically tell your story to grab the attention of your ideal clients. Let us look at how.
Sneak Peek of CD Album Photoshoot with Pianist Sophie Lippert
Here is a sneak peek of one of my favorites from the album photoshoot with founder of Connections Concerts Sophie Lippert for her upcoming CD titled Time Travel, a collection of 15 pieces written by 9 composers over the course of 300 years. I can’t wait to hear it!
March 2020, Closed Portland Movie Theaters
Where do you start? March of 2020 will be the most written about month a year for a long time. Just like September of 2001 and the flu of 1918. This year is marked. It has been 20 days that Alex and I have been self isolating and social distancing. We began the Friday...
Rhythm on the Rails | Writing Retreat Sneak Peek
I’ve never been on a train. So when I had heard about a one day writing retreat by train from Portland’s Union Train Station to Seattle’s King Street Train Station I was really intrigued. The train went by …
Natural Light Studio Portraits: Cece Otto
Additional portraits of Singer Cece Otto. See Living History Portrait: Cece Otto for details about her Suffrage Performances to celebrate the 100 years of women’s right to vote.
Living History Portrait: Cece Otto
This year will mark the hundred year anniversary of when women receive the right to vote in the United States. Cece Otto is a living history singer with her new act focusing on the women’s suffrage centennial.
Natural Light Headshots: Outdoor vs. Indoor
Lighting is everything and in photography it’s the source of our (photographer’s) work. So when considering professional photography for your new Headshot, start with the light.
Headshot Sessions: Fall in Studio
Really enjoying the light in studio during these cold fall days!
Headshot Sessions: In Studio with Liliana Barzola
Liliana of @lotuslantern. Photographed in front of a white paper roll down backdrop using natural light from several giant south facing windows. I've been loving the new studio and my clients! Hair: @josie_style
Headshot Sessions: In Studio with Delaram Hakiman-Adyani
New work with the stunning Delaram! What a beauty to photograph. We had a fun time using the new studio, playing with all her jewelry and different set ups for light. Thank you for always being a bright being whenever I see you, Delaram! 💞
Natural Light Headshot for Christine at The Agency Inc.
Agent: Christine About The Agency Inc.: Small by design and close like family. Listeners first, talkers second. The Agency Inc. are seasoned counselors and thoughtful collaborators, guiding their clients through one of life’s biggest decisions. In other words, they’re...
Featured Photography Services
Branding and Marketing Photography
Create authentic marketing conversations with your own image assets. Let your posting, advertisement or marketing message stand out with well balanced, high quality, artistic photographs that will attract your ideal clients and customers. This service is great for product photography needs.
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Headshots and Portraits For Business Professionals
The goal of a professional business headshot session is to develop an image that projects confidence, intelligence, and approachability. Natural Light Studio and On Location options available for both individuals and company groups.
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Event Photography
Increase your market reach by documenting an upcoming event you are hosting or attending.
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