Chief Executive Officer Headshot for C-Tran

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New outdoor headshots for CEO of C-Tran, Leann Caver. We photographed Leann at the vew Vancouver Waterfront in downtown Vancouver, Washington. We utitlized the iconic walkways, structures, and river views to provide a unique background to these headshots.

For our headshot lighting set up we used the natural outdoor light with a single flag modifier placed to the side or above the subject.

View the new headshots below, the headshots in a social media crops of the outdoor session!

Multiple Crop Options

Each selection is cropped in to multiple images for easy use in social media, website and marketing platforms. 

Final images are delivered in multiple crops for easy use. The most popular is the square crop for social media profile photos.

View our Headshot Booking Guide for more about delivery details.

“Leann M. Caver became C-TRAN’s Chief Executive Officer in 2024 after joining the agency in 2021. In this role she pushes C-TRAN forward with its 2045 plan, prepares for construction on the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program, and actively executes future expansion of services including C-TRAN’s third and fourth BRT lines.” —Website

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Outdoor Headshots for United We Heal

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Team Headshots and Group Photos for United We Heal

New outdoor headshots and group photos for the growing team of United we Heal. We photographed the team near their Portland, Oregon office outdoors in a nearby park.

Our client wanted to update their team’s headshots and create a team group photo so we used the outdoor background landscape facing west towards the iconic convention center our on-site backdrop.

For our headshot lighting set up we used the natural outdoor light with a single flag modifier placed almost like a large baseball cap blocking the overhead light.

View the new headshots below, the headshots in a social media crop and some behind the scenes photos of the outdoor session!

“We’re United We Heal. We’re dedicated to building a community mental
health system that puts healing first.”
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The United We Heal Team Headshots!

For the new headshots, we used the outdoor landscape and backdrop of the iconic Portland Convention as our on-site setup.

Using the outdoor background allows us to create a custom backdrop for their new headshots. This can provide consistency to future new hire headshots without having to make new ones for each staff member. View How to Get New Hire Headshots that Match↗

We delivered the headshots of United We Heal to all have consistent lighting and backgrounds to ensure the headshots match. This also allows for future new hires to have matching headshots later on.

Each person was able to send any retouching requests after receiving a proof gallery following the sessions. 

Social Media Icon Examples

Final images are delivered in multiple crops for easy use. The most popular is the square crop for social media profile photos.

View our Headshot Booking Guide for more about delivery details.

Behind the Scenes of our Outdoor Headshot Setup

Behind the scenes to our outdoor lighting set up and background for the new headshot for United We Heal.

We provided our clients with one of our posing stools on location while an assistant would hold the modifier above them to provide ideal lighting for making outdoor headshots. In our example, our assistant Jodhi is holding the black board we call a “flag” in photography above the sitter to remove the overhead light. It is held like a baseball cap, just forward enough, which allows the front of the face to absorb the light.

Team Group Photo

Behind the scenes to our lighting set up and background at the Portland outdoor location near the Portland Convention Center. 

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“We are a community that cares. We are therapists, case managers, peers, support staff and allies, all motivated by a shared mission to help our clients heal.”Website

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For companies that are growing and hiring staff, consistent looking company headshots is key to a website presentation and the professionalism of your business.

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Morgan Corporation Headshots and Group Photo

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Team Group Photo and Headshots for Morgan Corporation

We photographed the team of Morgan Truck Body, the premier producer of truck and van bodies in North America for 72 years, at their Portland, Oregon office.

Our client wanted to update their team’s headshots and create a team group photo so we used the new logo wall of their front office space as our on-site backdrop.

“Morgan Corporation, the industry leader in the innovative design and production of quality truck bodies for more than 60 years, announces the opening of a new manufacturing facility in Portland, Oregon, expanding the company’s number of manufacturing, parts and service centers to 12 nationwide.” —Website

Headquartered in Portland, OR, Morgan Truck body manufacture Class 3 to Class 7 (GVW) box truck and straight truck bodies to serve dry freight and refrigerated product markets, as well as a wide range of specialty bodies to serve farmers, ranchers, contractors, landscapers and more.

For our headshot lighting set up we used a 5ft umbrella with a diffuser on a b10 strobe flash head. For the group photo we added a second light with a 3 ft modifier. The reflective logo wall and low ceiling height was solved by placing two lights 6 feet from the ground and apart. Using the same equipment will allow for future headshot and group sessions to blend seamlessly with the photos already made.

View the new headshots below, the headshots in a social media crop and some behind the scenes photos of the on-site session!

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The Morgan Corps Team Headshots!

For the new headshots, we used a wide white painted hallway as our on-site setup. Using the white wall as the background allows us to create a custom back drop for their new headshots. This can provide consistency to future new hire headshots without having to make new ones for each staff member. 

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We delivered the headshots of Morgan Corporation to all have consistent lighting and backgrounds to ensure the headshots match. This also allows for future new hires to have matching headshots later on.

Each person was able to send any retouching requests after receveing a proof gallery following the sessions.

Have questions about getting a headshot?

Visit our Booking FAQ for more information or contact us.

Social Media Icon Examples

Final images are delivered in multiple crops for easy use. The most popular is the square crop for social media profile photos.

View our Headshot Booking Guide for more about delivery details.

Team Group Photo

Behind the scenes to our lighting set up and background at the Portland office of Morgan Truck Body (Corporation). The space is designed with a custom logo wall which provided a custom backdrop for the group photo.

Learn more about booking or adding your Team Group Photo to your headshot sessions.

For companies that are growing and hiring staff, consistent looking company headshots is key to a website presentation and the professionalism of your business.

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Iron Bridge Lending Office Headshots and Group Photo

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Team Group Photo and Headshots for Iron Bridge Lending

We photographed the team of Iron Bridge Lending on site at their office in Portland, Oregon.

Our client wanted to update their team’s headshots and create a team group photo. We used the colorful office space as our on-site studio.

“Iron Bridge is committed to the belief that to be successful as a lender, they must be genuinely interested in the success of their borrowers.” —Website

Headquartered in Portland, OR, Iron Bridge Lending is a private money lender offering funding in 10 states across the country.

For our set up we used a 7ft umbrella with a diffuser on a b10 strobe flash head for the headshots and a second light to light the background for the group photo. Using the same equipment will allow for future sessions to blend seamlessly with the photos already made.

View the new headshots below, the headshots in a social media crop and some behind the scenes photos of the on-site session!

Our on-site lighting set up and backdrop for the headshots.

For the new headshots, we used an available conference room with an accent wall painted in their brand color. Using the colorful background of Iron Bridge’s brand created a custom back drop for their new headshots. By using the already created space this can provide consistency to future new hire headshots without having to make new ones for each staff member. 

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The Iron Bridge Lending Headshots!

We delivered the headshots of Iron Bridge Lending to all have consistent lighting and background colors to ensure the headshots match. This also allows for future new hires to have matching headshots later on.

Each person was able to send any retouching requests after receveing a proof gallery following the sessions.

Have questions about getting a headshot?

Visit our Booking FAQ for more information or contact us.

Social Media Icon Examples

Final images are delivered in multiple crops for easy use. The most popular is the square crop for social media profile photos.

View our Headshot Booking Guide for more about delivery details.

Banner Image for Website

Our client requested a 2000x700px sized crop for their web team to upload to each team memebers bio page on the website. Crops in specific sizes are available upon request.

Team Group Photo

Behind the scenes to our lighting set up and background at the Portland office of Iron Bridge Lending. The space is well designed and painted to be on brand which provided a custom backdrop for the headshots and group photo.

Learn more about booking or adding your Team Group Photo to your headshot sessions.

For companies that are growing and hiring staff, consistent looking company headshots is key to a website presentation and the professionalism of your business.

View Company Headshots to view more examples or to learn about booking team sessions.

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Best Studio Backgrounds for Professional Headshots

Best Studio Backgrounds for Professional Headshots

What are the best tips for choosing a background for a headshot at a studio?

In this guide we will show some of our studio background options.

Our Studio Background Headshot Guide

Studio backgrounds can have a big impact on the overall look and feel of the photo. It’s important to choose a background that will make you stand out and look professional. In this guide we will show some of our studio background options.

Let’s explore some of the best backgrounds to consider in the studio for your professional headshot.

Examples of our studio backgrounds in this guide

  1. White or Gray Background
  2. Black Textured Wall
  3. Burnt Orange Wall
  4. Light Green Wall
  5. “Office” Setup Background
  6. “Greenery” Setup Background
  7.  Any Color Background Option (made post production)

Below we show examples of each of our most popular studio backgrounds for some of our clients. Depending on their needs we customized their background to match either their exsisting headshots or to make new ones.

Pro Tip: Background colors can be endless. We can change the color in the post production process to your desired brand color.

What are the best studio backgrounds for professional headshots?

In our Natural Light Studio located in NW Portland, Oregon, we photograph with a white background for most of our headshots. Depending on the client’s needs, we can desaturate the background, add a gradient, or change the color completely.

Studio backgrounds can provide a solid-color for your professional headshots. For corporate photos the most commonly used color are shades of gray. Shades of gray are clean, classic and suitable for most industries and work great with social media and website layouts.

Questions to consider when deciding on a studio background:

  • What background set up or color works with my business?
  • If I don’t know can my photographer suggest a background color?
  • What background colors or textures does my industry use?
  • Does my company already have an existing background color?
  • What colors am I wearing? Will the background wash me out or contrast with the colors I’ve chosen?

Pro tip: Know what your headshot will be used for before you decide on the look you want.

1. Classic White and Gray Wall Option

Client Background: Studio light gray

Our client, TCA, Tyee Carr Advisory were photographed in our studio with natural light as our light source. We used the classic white wall backdrop for these headshots in our Natural Light Studio located in northwest Portland, Oregon.

Client Background: Studio light gray and dark gray backdrop

Client Background: Studio light gray wall 

Client Background: Studio light gray wall without desaturation in post production 

2. Black Textured Wall Option

Client Background: Studio black textured wall

Our client, Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center headshots were photographed in our studio with strobe flash as our light source to match exsisiting headshots already made for the team. We used the black textured rolling backdrop for these headshots in our Natural Light Studio located in northwest Portland, Oregon.

Client Background: Studio black textured wall, added blue hue in post production

Lawyer Attorney at Law Headshot

3. Burnt Orange Wall Option

4. Light Green Wall Option

5. Office Studio Setup Option

6. Greenery Studio Setup Option

7. Any Color Background Option (made post production)

Want to see more examples of our studio headshots? Visit our Studio Headshots Gallery

For additional questions about headshots and photography sessions, visit our FAQ or view our guide to preparing for your headshot session.

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Team Headshots for Cascadia Wealth Advisors

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Team Group Photo and Headshots for Cascacdia Wealth Advisors

We photographed the Portland team of Cascadia Wealth Advisors on site at their office in Northwest Portland, Oregon. Our client wanted to update their headshots and create a group photo.

Team group photo of the Portland office at Cascadia Wealth Advisors.

Updating headshots for the team at Portland’s financial firm, Cascadia Wealth Advisors

For the new headshots, we used one side of the floor to ceiling bookcases in the meeting space of the Portland bugalow turned office space. Using the textured background of book spines we created a custom back drop for their new headshots. By using the already created space this can provide consistency to future new hire headshots without having to make new ones for each staff member. 

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For our set up we used a 7ft umbrella with a diffuser on a b10 strobe flash head for the headshots and a 3 ft Profoto octabank modifier for the group photo. For the headshots we lit the subjects so that the headshot background environment of the city during the day and office space would come through. Using the same equipment will allow for future sessions to blend seamlessly with the photos already made.

View the new headshots below, the headshots in a social media crop and some behind the scenes photos of the on-site session!

Cascadia Wealth Advisors develops personalized plans and delivers advice to help map your journey to financial wellness.” —Website

Social Media Icons

Final images are delivered in multiple crops for easy use. The most popular is the square crop for social media profile photos. View our Headshot Booking Guide for more about delivery details.

Team Group Photos

Group photos for Cascadia Wealth Advisors.

Our on-site lighting set up and back drop.

Behind the scenes to our light set up at the Northwest Portland bungalow turned bespoke office firm. The space is flanked by two gorgeous book cases of colorful spines that provided a custom backdrop for the headshots and group photo.

For companies that are growing and hiring staff, consistent looking company headshots is key to a website presentation and the professionalism of your business.

View Company Headshots to view more examples or to learn about booking team sessions.

Interested in Working Together?