New Headshot for Therapist at Pacific Center for Mind & Health

by | Jul 10, 2024 | Blog, Client Work, Headshot, Jodhi Mather-PIke Photographer

New Therapist Headshot for Tamara Randall with Pacific Center for Mind and Health

Pacific Center for Mind and Health selected our Basic Headshot Session which provides a 20 minute headshot session and one image selection from the proof gallery, to provide the company with a professional therapist headshot. We photographed Emily Padilla, another therpist at Pacific Center for Mind and Health and matched the headshots for consistancy on the website.

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We photographed our client in our natural light studio, Studio Northwest, located in Portland, Oregon using our south facing window light and light modifiers.

Headshot photography by staff photographer Jodhi Mather-Pike.

Lighting Setup

We used window light from the large windows and V-flat light modifier to create shadow on both sides of Tamara’s face.

When using natural light the diffused light acts as a very large wide band of light like a 7 ft umbrella modifier for strobe photography. A trick we use when on site and natural light is not available.

Below is an example of our studio set up . The studio setup is using the large windows and v-flat modifier. An additional modifier is used during the session.

Tamara’s Image Selection

8×10 Crop Options

Social Media Square Options

Final Delivery

After Tamara made her image selection from the proof gallery and the final selection went through post production (retouching, cropping and formatting) an email with a download link will be sent.

Clients will receive Large Web and Print file formats in multiple cropping options delivered through Dropbox.

Three file sizes included in delivery

  • Print 12 inch long, 300dpi 5 MB
  • Large Web 2,000 pixels long, 72 dpi 1.5 MB
  • Website Sized 1,080 pixels long, 72 dpi 100 KB

Image Delivery Cropping of a Selection

An example of multiple crop options for each selection made from the proof gallery. Most images are in an 8×10 vertical and square crop. A horizontal crop is usually by request.

    About Pacific Center for Mind and Health

    “At Pacific Center for Mind & Health, we are building a team of highly trained therapists to meet the diverse mental health needs of the Portland community. It is our goal to make the process of beginning your mental heath journey as seamless as possible by providing a welcoming and inclusive environment that is designed to allow judgement free introspection. Reach out today for a free initial assessment to see how we can help you.” Psychology Today

    For individuals, professional headshots are key to a website presentation and the professionalism of your business.

    View Individual Headshots to view more examples and our visit our Resources for our Headshot Guides, Booking FAQ and more!

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    New Headshot Portraits for Author and Creative Director Brittney Herrera

    by | Jul 7, 2024 | Blog, Client Work, Headshot

    Headshot session for author and Founder/Creative Director of
    Thunder Egg Collaborative

    Our team photographs using natural light and strobe flash to create a soft environmental look for each of our clients.

    For our client Brittney’s new headshots, we used our Natural Light Studio that has large south facing windows to allow the sunlight to illuminate the space providing diffused light for a soft flattering glow. We used a neutral background, simple style set up and posing furniture for Brittney’s headshot portrait session. 

    Brittney is the Founder and Creative Director of Thunder Egg Collaborative, an architectural design service. Her goals were to have new images to use for her upcoming book and to update her social media profiles.

    To schedule your headshot photography session fill out the form at Book Now, or contact us directly by email.

    Our studio lighting set up.

    Behind the scenes to our light set up at the beautifully naturally lit studio located in northwest Portland, Oregon.

    The open space, with a wall of windows and high ceilings, provides lush and ample natural light as the light source for these headshots.

    We specialize in natural light headshot photography. Learn more by visiting our Natural Light Headshots Gallery.

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    Morgan Corporation Headshots and Group Photo

    by | Jul 7, 2024 | Blog, Client Work, Company Teams, Headshot

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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!

    Reviewers and Participants

    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. 

    View How to Get New Hire Headshots that Match↗

    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.

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

    Interested in Working Together?

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    Iron Bridge Lending Office Headshots and Group Photo

    by | May 29, 2024 | Blog, Client Work, Company Teams, Headshot

    Reviewers and Participants

    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. 

    View How to Get New Hire Headshots that Match↗

    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.

    Interested in Working Together?

    BOOK NOW

    Best Studio Backgrounds for Professional Headshots

    by | May 20, 2024 | Blog, Company Teams, FAQ, Headshot

    Best Studio Backgrounds for Professional Headshots

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    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

    Headshots in Studio
    Natural Light Indoor Headshot
    Natural Light Indoor Headshot
    Headshots in Studio

    Client Background: Studio light gray wall 

    Company Group Team Headshots in Portland Oregon Photographer Corporate
    Company Group Team Headshots in Portland Oregon Photographer Corporate

    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

    Musician Headshot

    4. Light Green Wall Option

    5. Office Studio Setup Option

    Headshots in Studio
    Studio Headshot
    Headshot in Studio
    Natural Light Indoor Headshot

    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

    by | May 16, 2024 | Blog, Client Work, Company Teams, Headshot

    Reviewers and Participants

    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. 

    View How to Get New Hire Headshots that Match↗

    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.

    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?

    BOOK NOW