Category:Headshots
Why do headshots cost so much? Why do headshots cost so much? This question came up to me recently, and I thought as a headshot photographer perhaps I should put together a little post about it. I feel a bit silly writing this. I’m not generally a defensive or argumentative person. It can feel odd to justify the cost of something, particularly as a small business. But here we are, and I hope to apporach this in a kind and […]
Best Headshots Melbourne My Best Headshots, Taken In Melbourne After years of being a professional headshot photographer, I’ve worked with some pretty amazing people. My portfolio is filled with so much variation that it can be hard to choose my best work. And then there is all my work that is kept private for my clients. I have work that is bright and colourful. Work that is lifestyle. Work that is sleek and neutral. All of it is different, and […]
Barrister Headshot Styles: Nailing your Vic Bar Profile Barrister Headshot Styles: Nailing your Vic Bar Profile As a barrister, you want to look at the top of your field. Creating a great first impression and connection will start with your professional headshot. Your headshot will be used across the VicBar website, your List website and other online presence (LinkedIn, Social Media, Doyles Guide, Online Articles, Press Releases and more). So how can you make sure your headshot is showing you […]
Is It Time for a New LinkedIn Profile Photo? Ask Yourself These Questions to Find Out Have you ever stopped and thought “I need to update my LinkedIn profile?” Maybe you’ve just landed a new job, started your own business, or made a significant career change. Whatever the reason, updating your LinkedIn profile is a great way to show potential employers and connections your latest accomplishments and skills. Look at your current profile photo on LinkedIn. Is it still an […]
DON’T BLINK: The Power of First Impressions in Your LinkedIn Profile Photo In the world of first impressions, there’s a phenomenon known as “thin slicing.” Picture this: our brains are like finely tuned filters, sifting through a sea of information to focus on the key details that reveal volumes about a person. This innate ability allows us to make remarkably accurate judgments in mere seconds. It’s like a superpower we didn’t even know we had. When you meet someone for […]
A Guide: Uploading & Using Your New Headshot You’ve got a brand new headshot, and you’re ready to update it across the board. There are lots of places to update your image, and I’ve created a resource so you can stay on top of it (and get those old, outdated images out of the way!). The below instructions have been provided when working from a computer browser. I’m using Google Chrome on an Apple MacBook Pro. Google: Gmail, Reviews, & […]
How do I find a good headshot photographer? Have you ever struggled having your photograph taken before? Finding the process awkward or uncomfortable?Did you end up with headshots that didn’t feel right, or even really look like you? If so, it’s likely that you haven’t quite bonded with your photographer. It could be that the conversation didn’t flow, you don’t like their photography style, or they over-retouched your photos. Finding a headshot photographer sounds simple enough, but there are things […]
2022 YEAR IN REVIEW 2022 was a great year, and it is mind-blowing to think we are now in 2023! Over the past few years in business there have been many changes – not only within Julia Nance Portraits, but changes across the headshot and personal branding trends as a whole. I’ll cover the 2023 branding trends to look out for soon, but first, here is a recap of my favourite 2022 moments to inspire you for the year ahead! […]
2021 Style Guide For Headshots & Personal Branding 5 personal branding trends to follow 2021 feels like a fresh of breath air. In Melbourne, 2020 had us enduring long lockdowns and disruption to business and daily life. But now, 2021 has an uplifting feel in the air. We resume our normal life, and people are beginning to get back into their routines again. While we in a covid lockdown up last year, many of us had a lot of time […]
What should you wear for your LinkedIn Headshot? If you’re currently using a headshot across your social platforms, email and website, then that’s great – you’re on the right track. However, it’s important to make sure your headshot stays up to date and relevant. What should my headshot say? Essentially, your headshot communicates who you are. It’s a vice to guide first impressions. Which is why it’s important that your headshot is capturing the right things. For you, this might […]