AUTHOR PROFILE Emilio Castro In my role at the studio, as the Studio Manager, I take pride in keeping the logistics of our work running smoothly for our clients from first contact to delivery. I like to think that our customer service is second to none. Of course, having been married to Sabrina for over +25 years, I truly enjoy her every achievement as she creates beautiful work for our clients and her own projects. I have a background in Accounting & Business Management and have worked in the Oil & Gas industry for over 17 years leading supply chain teams in international and domestic markets. I achieved the Lean Bronze Certification during my time at Halliburton and later discovered the benefit of Scrum and Agile Project Management when working for BP. I am a fan of continuous improvement and enjoy leading diverse teams of every kind while working for those large companies. I'm also a self-taught web developer and coder, a Certified Remote Pilot (I fly our drones), and a self-published fantasy author, among many other small feats and accidents. AUTHOR > < SUMMARY & CONTENTS There are many options when it comes to your professional headshot , from trying to figure out things yourself by watching a few YouTube videos and using your phone to trying an AI generator that promises multiple images cheaply. Of course, there is also a ton of photographers and companies out there who offer headshots. What is the best option and why? Dive into this short article to get our view on these different options, and feel free to ask questions using the form below, too. INTRODUCTION DO-IT-YOURSELF HEADSHOT AI HEADSHOTS MALL PHOTO COMPANIES PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS LINKEDIN PROFILE PHOTO PROFESSIONAL BRANDING MORE INTRODUCTION As with any field in life, professional experience and dedication make a significant difference in photography. Access to a camera and editing apps are everywhere, enabling aspiring photographers to try and learn by repetition. The technology improvements bring lots of competition to the world of photography, and with all that also comes a neck-breaking speed of change in all aspects of the photographer's profession, from technology to technique, including editing software and cameras. There is so much to see and try, learn, and relearn. As someone that truly loves photography, Sabrina and I welcome it all. DO-IT-YOURSELF HEADSHOT In our opinion, from all the options in this article, other than working with a professional photographer , this is the one where most people could come up with a decent enough headshot to check the box required by your new company while creating an image that will help you progress in your new job . We believe the DIY option is better than most others because no one will care for the results as much as you will. It costs you nothing in terms of dollars, but the negative side is that you will have to spend a LOT of time to get it right, from doing the research to lots of tries. Keep in mind your friends and family won't give you the honest feedback you will need about your tries with the camera because they already like you and know you. Your coworkers don't know you, and some won't like you as much (as the new guy who may take on their job). The first impression many of your coworkers will have of you is your headshot. Finding a few How-To articles doesn't take a lot of Googling around. Actually, we are listing a few we like below and in the MORE section of this article. Tannia Suarez put together a short article to quickly point you in the right direction: LinkedIn Profile Photo Do's And Don'ts . Tannia also has a good eye to choose the type of headshots that fit the mold to look professional. The LinkedIn Talent Blog has a longer article on your professional profile photo , mainly focusing on the branding aspects for a recruiter: 10 Tips for Taking a Professional LinkedIn Profile Photo by Lydia Abbot . While the advice from the above article is great, the headshots they have chosen as examples need to be revised. So, keep the information handy but go back and check Tannia for a decent headshot (or check our Headshots Galleries to find what a good headshot looks like). Finally, we really liked the article from Chris Whooley , who is a professional photographer and an educator and hits the nail on the head when summarizing what you need to pay attention to 5 Tips for the Perfect Profile Picture for LinkedIn . Of course, if you are short on budget and have plenty of free time, this is your option -don't waste your money on AI headshots or going to a chain. And if you are having a really tough time trying and have a burning question, reach us using the form below, and we'll be glad to help you with advice. AI HEADSHOTS As with anything cheap, there is a reason why it is cheap. While at some point, these options will improve enough to provide some value for a quick headshot, right now, most of these AI generators are still creating poor images that look fake when you check them with just a bit of attention. We have tried the AI generators ourselves for curiosity and to keep up with the tech. We can tell you they require a lot of input , charge you hidden fees , don't guarantee your privacy and how your images will be used in their system, and the AI headshots look all fake (especially the eyes and expressions). As mentioned above, your headshot is your first impression maker, and there will always be someone in your company (or competition) willing to point out the fake look of your AI-generated headshot. If you are short on budget, try the DIY option instead . MALL PHOTO COMPANIES We are grouping under the label " Mall Photo Companies " all those companies who offer some sort of quick turnaround and low price for your headshots shot on some type of preset, cookie-cutter setting. There are plenty of these, but not all in a mall. The major difference between a professional studio and a mall company, and why this option is a waste of money, is that in the mall company, often the person behind the camera has absolutely no accountability (and doesn't care) about your headshot. On the contrary, when you go to a professional studio or work with a professional photographer , the person behind the camera is the owner of the studio or someone who cares that you look your best in your headshot. Ditch the mall company, invest in your professional image , and ensure your headshot works for you and not against you. PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS Is there still room for professional photographers out there? Yes, of course! The answer has to do with the ultimate quality of the images we deliver as professionals. There are a lot of reasons to work with a professional , I dive into some in the second article from this series, but the one point I want to highlight here is that you are working with someone who cares as much as you about how your headshot is going to look because that headshot is a reflection of their work and skill. My second point has to do with the fact that if you are at any point in your career other than about to retire, then by working with a photographer, you have an opportunity to create a relationship with a professional who can help you develop your image as a marketing tool to grow your career. Think about your photographer as you think about your CPA, doctor, and all other professionals you trust to help you achieve a successful and healthy professional life. You are working with someone who cares as much as you about how your headshot is going to look. LINKEDIN PROFILE PHOTO Having a bad headshot as your intro is as bad as showing poorly dressed to a first meeting with an important client or a prospective employer. It is worst; because the poor impression of a poor headshot replicates every time someone "meets" YOU digitally , and you are not even there to counter the poor image with your charming personality. While a lot of chat about headshots and LinkedIn focus on first impressions and the potential to help you stand out to recruiters and headhunters, the reality is that your profile picture does a lot more than just first impressions . And in all those additional exposures, the value of a good, professionally created image makes a significant difference. Your profile photo shows in almost every interaction on the platform , whether it is a comment you made on someone else post or an invite you send to connect, an article you post or share, or in the short list of contacts LinkedIn shows you when you research who in your network works at specific companies. There is a reason why companies support their marketing with professional photographers (and the best they can hire, at that), and that is because human beings are visual creatures. Your professional images often reinforce (or hinder) your networking and career development. Your professional images often reinforce (or hinder) your networking and career development. PROFESSIONAL BRANDING A professional branding session encompasses much more than just headshots. Beyond independent professionals and business owners, a branding photoshoot can be an excellent option for managers, directors, vice presidents, executives, and any professional who wants to further take control of their careers as they move towards the top of the chain. When working with a photographer in this way, you will also be tapping into other professionals like copywriters or professional coaches who can help you develop a plan to increase your visibility and grow your leadership and influence beyond the reach of your current work environment. Another reason to develop a working relationship with a professional photographer is that you gain access to the competencies these professionals can bring to your career development. A professional branding session encompasses much more than just headshots. MORE Want to read more? Check my next article on this series (link is below) or dive in our website; or better yet, call us at 281.668.3868 for a friendly chat More From The Blog: Professional Photography. Part II. More From The Blog: Remote Working And Why Your Headshot Matters The Most Professional Headshots (Info, Sessions & Pricing) Executive Headshots Photoshoot Information Personal & Professional Branding And here are the links to the articles we have mentioned above LinkedIn Profile Photo Do's And Don'ts by Tannia Suarez 10 Tips for Taking a Professional LinkedIn Profile Photo 5 Tips for the Perfect Profile Picture for LinkedIn COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS? No comments or questions yet. Be the first to share a comment or make a question by using the form below! Professional Photography Part I by Emilio Castro www.SabrinaCasasPhotographyStudios.com The Photographer's Blog Issue #013 HAVE A QUESTION? Submit Thanks for reaching out with your comments. We will review and post a reply shortly.

AUTHOR PROFILE Emilio Castro In my role at the studio, as the Studio Manager, I take pride in keeping the logistics of our work running smoothly for our clients from first contact to delivery. I like to think that our customer service is second to none. Of course, having been married to Sabrina for over +25 years, I truly enjoy her every achievement as she creates beautiful work for our clients and her own projects. I have a background in Accounting & Business Management and have worked in the Oil & Gas industry for over 17 years leading supply chain teams in international and domestic markets. I achieved the Lean Bronze Certification during my time at Halliburton and later discovered the benefit of Scrum and Agile Project Management when working for BP. I am a fan of continuous improvement and enjoy leading diverse teams of every kind while working for those large companies. I'm also a self-taught web developer and coder, a Certified Remote Pilot (I fly our drones), and a self-published fantasy author, among many other small feats and accidents. AUTHOR > < Jack's Review: Professional, Quality, Reasonable, - 3 words I'd use to describe Sabrina's work. If you want professional interaction and quality pictures to put you in your best professional light at a reasonable price. Call and schedule a photo shoot you will not be disappointed Jack reached us looking to update his headshot since he had started a new position in a consulting company and was working very close to the CEO. Jack wanted a headshot that would match his current company branding and look and be in line with the CEO's headshot. I immediately pointed Jack to our Executive Headshots package since it was the best option to provide the type of planning and attention that Jack was looking for in his branding. I wanted to be sure that we offered Jack the help he needed for today's position and the type of images he could use to advance his career and tap into any opportunities his new position could bring regarding customer engagement. With busy executives, I have learned that often their most priced commodity is time. So, for me was essential to maximize the time our client was spending on the session and produce a set of high-quality images for today and tomorrow's opportunities. If you want to learn more about Executive Headshots, please check our page on Corporate Headshots , give us a call at 281.665.386 or fill out our Booking & Information contact form , and we will contact you at your convenience. You may also like to read some of the following articles from the blog: Professional Photography. Part I. Professional Photography. Part II. Jack's Review (Executive Headshot) by Emilio Castro www.SabrinaCasasPhotographyStudios.com The Photographer's Blog Review HAVE A QUESTION? Submit Thanks for reaching out with your comments. We will review and post a reply shortly.

AUTHOR PROFILE Emilio Castro In my role at the studio, as the Studio Manager, I take pride in keeping the logistics of our work running smoothly for our clients from first contact to delivery. I like to think that our customer service is second to none. Of course, having been married to Sabrina for over +25 years, I truly enjoy her every achievement as she creates beautiful work for our clients and her own projects. I have a background in Accounting & Business Management and have worked in the Oil & Gas industry for over 17 years leading supply chain teams in international and domestic markets. I achieved the Lean Bronze Certification during my time at Halliburton and later discovered the benefit of Scrum and Agile Project Management when working for BP. I am a fan of continuous improvement and enjoy leading diverse teams of every kind while working for those large companies. I'm also a self-taught web developer and coder, a Certified Remote Pilot (I fly our drones), and a self-published fantasy author, among many other small feats and accidents. AUTHOR > < Crystal's Review: I thoroughly enjoyed my photography experience with Sabrina photography! What worked best for me was her artistic eye for the perfect shot/angle and her ability to capture my personality through a photo. Her promptness, professionalism and attention to detail were among the few amazing things that added to this quality experience. I also appreciated her encouragement throughout our session; that really helped me to feel comfortable throughout the process. I would absolutely recommend Sabrina for your photography needs!! Her work is exceptional!!!! When Crystal reached us, I was the one taking the call. Crystal had done extensive research about multiple portrait photographers in the area, and she had experience working with other photographers for family pictures. Still, this time around, she needed someone with both: excellent skills and an artistic eye to help her launch her new business. Crystal had recently started her life coaching career , and she approached her practice with her unique personality to help clients overcome various situations. Crystal wanted to be sure that we captured her upbeat attitude in the images as one of her strengths. Before the photoshoot, Sabrina used Crystal's input to define her shooting plan. During the session, both Sabrina and Crystal connected very well, creating various unique images that worked very well for Crystal, as you can see in the gallery. As the studio manager, I was happy to see once again what I often point to my clients about the fact that, in photography , as in many other businesses, teamwork is key to success . It is not only about our team at the studio working together, but also Crystal (as our client) teamworking with us from the moment of planning to the perfect possing during the photoshoot. If you are interested in learning more about personal branding sessions , you can explore the links below, including the corresponding page on our website and a few of our articles in this blog. Of course, you can always give us a call at 281.665.3868 or complete our Booking & Information contact form, and we'll reach you back. Personal Branding (page) Headshots & Business Portraits (blog) Studio Business Portraits Pros and Cons (blog) Environmental Portraits What They Are and Why They Are Important (blog) Crystal's Review (Personal Branding) by Emilio Castro www.SabrinaCasasPhotographyStudios.com The Photographer's Blog Review HAVE A QUESTION? Submit Thanks for reaching out with your comments. We will review and post a reply shortly.

AUTHOR PROFILE Emilio Castro In my role at the studio, as the Studio Manager, I take pride in keeping the logistics of our work running smoothly for our clients from first contact to delivery. I like to think that our customer service is second to none. Of course, having been married to Sabrina for over +25 years, I truly enjoy her every achievement as she creates beautiful work for our clients and her own projects. I have a background in Accounting & Business Management and have worked in the Oil & Gas industry for over 17 years leading supply chain teams in international and domestic markets. I achieved the Lean Bronze Certification during my time at Halliburton and later discovered the benefit of Scrum and Agile Project Management when working for BP. I am a fan of continuous improvement and enjoy leading diverse teams of every kind while working for those large companies. I'm also a self-taught web developer and coder, a Certified Remote Pilot (I fly our drones), and a self-published fantasy author, among many other small feats and accidents. AUTHOR > < Jessica's Review: Sabrina and her team were so easy to work with. They produced beautiful headshots and were extremely helpful and responsive throughout the whole process. Thank you! Jessica works for a large national legal and immigration firm as the Operations Manager. She is based on the West Coast, and though we had never met in person, we already had the opportunity to help her with her Houston team twice this year. When Jessica first contacted us, her firm had hired a new lawyer for their Houston office , and Jessica was looking for a local photographer that could offer quality and a reliable process. We were an immediate match since we already work with other national firms that, with a certain regularity, have new hires in the area and need the same neat, well-crafted corporate headshots Jessica was looking for. The first step in the process was clearly defining the expectations regarding the type of headshot that would work best for the new employee, considering what the rest of the company already had. When possible, we always aim to match whatever look the rest of the team already has on the client's website to provide the consistency a large company needs across its branding. After we had covered the expectations, Jessica only needed to provide us with the contact information for the local employee, and we took it from there. At our studio, we have developed a smooth process focused on our client's priorities and goals. A few weeks after that, Jessica contacted us again, but this time the newer employee was located in Dallas. That was too far to go for us, but we were able to help anyway since Sabrina has an extensive network of professionals at the local and national levels. Sabrina was able to identify another photographer in the Dallas area who could provide the same quality service. We called the photographer and shared the expectations, after which we put both Jessica and the photographer in contact with each other. A few months later, Jessica sent our way a new additional hire which we had the pleasure to portray for their firm. Both Sabrina and I take on developing lasting business relationships with our clients and believe in helping others every time we can. If we don't have the time or are not the fit for our client's needs, we'll still try to point you in the right direction. If you are interested in learning more about our headshots, please try the pages below, call the studio at 281.665.3868 or just fill out the Booking & Information contact form, and we'll reach you back at your convenience. Want to read another review? Check Jack's Review (here) or learn about how we helped Michele here: Michele's Review Jessica's Review (Corporate Headshots) by Emilio Castro www.SabrinaCasasPhotographyStudios.com The Photographer's Blog Review HAVE A QUESTION? Submit Thanks for reaching out with your comments. We will review and post a reply shortly.

AUTHOR PROFILE Emilio Castro In my role at the studio, as the Studio Manager, I take pride in keeping the logistics of our work running smoothly for our clients from first contact to delivery. I like to think that our customer service is second to none. Of course, having been married to Sabrina for over +25 years, I truly enjoy her every achievement as she creates beautiful work for our clients and her own projects. I have a background in Accounting & Business Management and have worked in the Oil & Gas industry for over 17 years leading supply chain teams in international and domestic markets. I achieved the Lean Bronze Certification during my time at Halliburton and later discovered the benefit of Scrum and Agile Project Management when working for BP. I am a fan of continuous improvement and enjoy leading diverse teams of every kind while working for those large companies. I'm also a self-taught web developer and coder, a Certified Remote Pilot (I fly our drones), and a self-published fantasy author, among many other small feats and accidents. AUTHOR > < Ricardo's Review: I took Professional Headshots at Sabrina Casas Photography Studios. I liked that the process was clear and personalized. Emilio Castro, the Studio Manager, explained every part of the process very well and made pertinent recommendations. Sabrina was also great, you could understand exactly how she wanted you to pose. The pictures came out great. I was glad. Because I ended up being a panelist in a meeting where the president of the company I work for and the CIO where panelists as well in a Zoom call. If you are familiar with Zoom, if you are a panelist but it is not your turn to present, what everyone sees is your picture! My picture was on par with that of the president and the CIO; which was quite a relief. I definitely recommend Sabrina Casas Photography Studios and will most likely use them again in the future. It was a pleasure to work with Ricardo and help him with his headshot. Ricardo works for the MD Anderson Cancer Center . Like many other professionals working in large organizations during the pandemic, he suddenly found himself working most of the time remotely. When coworkers don't see you in person, the personal connection with your network loses vitality. That's when your headshot transforms into your avatar in the online world of professional portals and remote working. Ricardo was smart and realized he needed a new headshot . He had also lost some weight and wanted to update his headshot. All put together was the perfect opportunity to come to the studio and enjoy the personalized attention included with our Pro Headshots session . An option that Sabrina and I designed with professionals like Ricardo in mind. Your headshot isn't just a maker of first impressions in today's digital world. Your headshot has become a constant reminder of your attention to detail that shows to everyone in your company , including supervisors, coworkers, clients, and vendors. Knowing that Ricardos' new headshot helped him shine in front of the executives in his company is rewarding for me as I was the person picking up the phone when he first called, and I knew that we could make a difference for him. If you are interested in learning more about headshots for professionals, please give us a call at the studio at 281.665.3868 and let me help you as well. Of course, you can also fill out the Booking & Information contact form and provide your contact information to allow us to reach you at your convenience. And if you want to read more reviews or learn about Sabrina's work in portrait photography, please check the links below. Jacks' Review - Executive Headshots Jessica's Review - Corporate Headshots Pro Headshots Ricardo's Review (Pro Headshots) by Emilio Castro www.SabrinaCasasPhotographyStudios.com The Photographer's Blog Review HAVE A QUESTION? Submit Thanks for reaching out with your comments. We will review and post a reply shortly.

AUTHOR PROFILE Emilio Castro In my role at the studio, as the Studio Manager, I take pride in keeping the logistics of our work running smoothly for our clients from first contact to delivery. I like to think that our customer service is second to none. Of course, having been married to Sabrina for over +25 years, I truly enjoy her every achievement as she creates beautiful work for our clients and her own projects. I have a background in Accounting & Business Management and have worked in the Oil & Gas industry for over 17 years leading supply chain teams in international and domestic markets. I achieved the Lean Bronze Certification during my time at Halliburton and later discovered the benefit of Scrum and Agile Project Management when working for BP. I am a fan of continuous improvement and enjoy leading diverse teams of every kind while working for those large companies. I'm also a self-taught web developer and coder, a Certified Remote Pilot (I fly our drones), and a self-published fantasy author, among many other small feats and accidents. AUTHOR > < SUMMARY & CONTENTS This brief article discusses the convenience of bundling individual headshots for the team with a nice team picture and why organizations need to bring their people forward in their marketing. INTRODUCTION PLANNING CONSTANT CHANGE ON-LOCATION TEAM PICTURES BEYOND FIRST CONTACT MORE INFO COMMENTS INTRODUCTION You probably heard or read before that " people are the most important asset of any organization ," and we could hardly agree more. Your team and your people are at the heart of your organization, whether they work at the frontline, making first contact or down-deep in the production line, delivering value for your clients. Most potential clients will research your organization before they decide to contact you. That research will include exploring your website and social media presence. Your clients will try to validate your expertise and the seriousness of your organization to deliver. People like to connect with people . That's why having good team pictures and headshots on your About page, across your website, and on your social media is essential. And then comes the matter of how to create media that is authentic yet professional and approachable, and that's where a professional photographer like Sabrina can help you, from planning to execution and beyond, to bring your team to life in your marketing. PLANNING A team picture is more than just getting everyone together for the shot since considerations such as choosing where to place everyone and how to pose each individual make a difference in the final look of the team . Your team could be small or large. Regardless, we usually offer the option to bundle individual headshots for your employees with team pictures without sacrificing quality by carefully planning how to get these different scopes done. While everyone in the team will need at least a basic headshot , some of your frontline employees and key people in your leadership team with much more media exposure will need a larger package and more carefully crafted images . Again, planning is critical , and that's why our process starts covering several key questions about your organization, your team size, location, and goals, including short-term and long-term views of what you want to achieve. We have the experience and capability with Sabrina to work with your internal marketing team or your chosen marketing agency to create a great initial set of images and then continue forward by creating a workflow that accounts for your future hires. CONSTANT CHANGE A healthy and dynamic business is in constant change. People are hired, promoted, change jobs, or sometimes leave altogether. If you do not account for those dynamics when thinking about how to market your team, you will soon find your website outdated with either "blank" profile pictures or a mix of self-provided images, which will look at the best uncaring and, at the worst, unprofessional. Remember: You are ALWAYS making an impression on your potential clients, whether that's a positive impression or a negative one. One of the benefits of creating a relationship with a professional photographer is that you can rely on your photographer to create consistent headshots and business portraits of your new hires with the same practical and straightforward workflow, matching what you already have from the initial set and ensuring quality and reliability. When doing your due diligence to pick your photographer, it is always a good idea to go beyond just price . After all, there is truth in the saying: " You get what you paid for ." 2022 Was A Great Year! We recommend that your selection process considers factors like the time that your photographer has been in business and specifically working as a headshot photographer , the quality of their previous work, the type and deepness of resources your professional can bring to the table, including editing skills, planning, communication, etc. The worst nightmare you can find yourself in is to hire someone that doesn't show up the day of the photoshoot, shows up later, or doesn't deliver after they have charged you a down payment. ON-LOCATION TEAM PICTURES One of the most popular options for creating your initial set of images is to have us go to your location ( on-location team pictures ). It saves time for the employees that do not need to drive back and forth to the studio, which also is a reasonable consideration from the point of view of safety (fewer people on the roads) and reduces the stress of having to work busy work schedules the day of the photoshoot. Our mobile setup includes backdrops, lights, and other gears to produce a professional result on every image, which we can later reproduce at the studio. The studio option is much better suited for your new hires that will follow later than the road as your team grows and develop. BEYOND FIRST CONTACT Your team pictures and headshots aren't just working for you while your clients research your organization. Still, they can make a difference in every communication , whether that's in the email signature that you set a template for your company, in their LinkedIn profiles or chat apps, social media, business cards, Zoom calls, when working remotely or when your employees are featured on your Blogs, articles, conferences or the many other situations and opportunities that the modern work environment requires from your organization. Investing in good team pictures by creating a relationship with a professional photographer is much more than just a checkbox in launching your website. MORE INFO Feel free to call the studio for more information or provide your contact information by filling out our Booking & Information Contact Form . We will call you within the next business day to discuss options and scheduling. You can also visit the following pages in our site: Studio Photography Work (Business Portraits) Professional Headshots Executive Headshots Personal Branding For Professionals Team Pictures Sessions Lifestyle & Outdoor Photography For Professionals COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS? No comments or questions yet! Be the first to share a comment or make a question by using the form below. Headshots and Team Pictures by Emilio Castro www.SabrinaCasasPhotographyStudios.com The Photographer's Blog Issue #005 HAVE A QUESTION? Submit Thanks for reaching out with your comments. We will review and post a reply shortly.

AUTHOR PROFILE Emilio Castro In my role at the studio, as the Studio Manager, I take pride in keeping the logistics of our work running smoothly for our clients from first contact to delivery. I like to think that our customer service is second to none. Of course, having been married to Sabrina for over +25 years, I truly enjoy her every achievement as she creates beautiful work for our clients and her own projects. I have a background in Accounting & Business Management and have worked in the Oil & Gas industry for over 17 years leading supply chain teams in international and domestic markets. I achieved the Lean Bronze Certification during my time at Halliburton and later discovered the benefit of Scrum and Agile Project Management when working for BP. I am a fan of continuous improvement and enjoy leading diverse teams of every kind while working for those large companies. I'm also a self-taught web developer and coder, a Certified Remote Pilot (I fly our drones), and a self-published fantasy author, among many other small feats and accidents. AUTHOR > < To put it simple: Your headshot is your single most powerful marketing impression. It says it all. It will be seen multiple times for your clients and colleagues. Your headshot will be seen every time you post in social media, on your every email (at your signature or as your Outlook/Google profile pic), on your website and on many more media and times than those you can keep count of. From a photographer's perspective, a headshot is both: The simplest and the more challenging of all portraits. It is the simplest portrait because there is no posing the body and fighting the multiple distractions of a full body portrait. It is the most complex portrait, because the exact same reasons: It is not all about saying "cheese". As Sabrina works on a headshot, attention is fully on her client's every expression. She discusses their professional field and what combinations of personality and skills are more important for their target audience. Whatever that target audience is the wide public or your corporate stakeholders. Does your portrait need to be about strength and confidence or about openness and creativity? Do you work at law enforcement or in sales? Are you an individual professional or do your work for a large international company? As photographers, we do much more than just mastering the beauty of light and the complexity of our gears and digital retouching tools. In addition to a good headshot you would like to consider a good environmental portrait, which it's a half-body or full body portrait within the environment of you work: At your office, at the hospital, at the fire station, etc... These types of workplace portraits are a strong image for your branding and show you as the subject matter expert you are. If you want to learn more about headshots and personal branding , please keep reading our Blog, right here, or reach out by filling out our Booking & Information contact form. Headshots & Business Portraits by Emilio Castro www.SabrinaCasasPhotographyStudios.com The Photographer's Blog Issue #009 HAVE A QUESTION? Submit Thanks for reaching out with your comments. We will review and post a reply shortly.

Submit Please complete the info below and we will reach you within minutes to an hour to coordinate a quick call at your convenience. ​ Cannot wait? Please call right away at 281.665.3868 Pricing and Availability? PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY ● Create Emotion ● Connect Naturally ● Look Approachable ● Complete Personal Branding ● Makeup & Hair (Optional) ● Digital Files (web-ready) ● Printable Files (300 DPI) ● High Quality Retouching ● Adobe Photoshop Workflow www.SabrinaCasasPhotographyStudios.com Personal Branding A full personal branding session is perfect for anyone looking to invest heavily in marketing since you will obtain a variety of images allowing you to fit multiple purposes from digital advertising to traditional marketing including business cards, brochures, catalogs and much more. When working on your personal branding, the first step in the process starts with planning carefully the session based on your industry and the specific plan that you want to try for your marketing. One option very popular for marketing yourself to your audience is lifestyle photography which provides candid and original images. These photos can come from a variety of settings and scenarios including outdoor and interior scenarios. What is really important is to define what type of lifestyle you want to connect with, and then plan the photoshoot based on who you are and who you want to work with. Planning is key to keep you true to your day-to-day and be sure that your images connect with the audience you want to reach. A point to keep in mind is to see your business portrait as the investment on your marketing that this type of shots are. You will have a ROI (Return on Investment) over the three to five years period between now and your next business portrait. Whatever budget you have set apart for your marketing, it should account for your personal branding. Another key consideration is to look for a set of images instead of one single headshot. I offer both options: a quick and simple headshot or a fully dedicated personal branding session. And there are options in between, too. The right session for you depends on a few factors including how comfortable you feel in front of a camera and what media and channels you usually target to reach your audience. If you want to learn more, please call the studio to 281.665.3868 or just fill out our Booking & Information contact form and we will reach you back. You can also keep reading and learn more about our work at our photography studio in Katy by checking our blog. Try these two articles from The Photographer's #Blog : Headshots & Business Portraits Studio Business Portraits Pros & Cons Sabrina Casas, M Photog. CPP (PPA) www.SabrinaCasasPhotographyStudios.com Booking & Info STUDIO 281.665.3868 KATY - FULSHEAR - HOUSTON Recent Awards & Merits Ben F. (PBP Caster). 2021 Five Stars Review. A word from our Clients I had the lovely opportunity of working with both Sabrina Casas and Emilio Castro earlier this month. What I must tell you is that this is a HANDCRAFTED experience. Every step of the way, my needs and expectations were valued and understood. As a professional entertainer in my industry, I needed photos that we're better than just your simple head shot. Sabrina Casas, M. Photog. Cr. 5 Stars Award Winning Photographer Studio 281.665.3868 Personal Branding KATY - FULSHEAR - HOUSTON Booking & Info Booking & Info Personal Branding A full personal branding session covers all aspects of what you need to brand yourself and launch forward in your career and business. Be an industry leader and make an investment that sets you apart from the competition. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Create Emotion Quality photography can help you tap into the type of emotional drivers that get people to connect with you and call you. A dedicated branding photoshoot put the best of the photographer to work for you. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Look Approachable One of the keys to shine in any industry is to look approachable and show clients and colleagues that they can reach you and expect the best. Put forward the right type of image that will show you at your best. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Complete Personal Branding There are a lot of different details that go into planning the perfect personal branding, from the perfect outfit to makeup and hair, and editing variables. Sabrina Casas, CPP (PPA) is a Five Stars Award-Winning Photographer who can help you tackle all aspects of your personal branding. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Digital Files (Web-Ready) Any file, any format. Once we have created the perfect headshot for you, we'll make sure that you have the exact files that you need for now and the future. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. High Quality Retouching Achieving a perfect image requires a solid post-production process. We have full control of your editing process and tap into the most powerful tools from the Adobe Suite toolset including Photoshop. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Book In Advance Quality requires some homework in your end and some homework in ours. Book in advance to give yourself plenty of time and ensure perfect results. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. First Impressions At this very moment there are customers who are looking for you in the web. And your headshot is one of the very first pieces of marketing they see... Is your headshot the best it could be? Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Executive Level Service Enjoy the quality and attention that top executives need to produce a careful crafted image that represents you and your company at your best. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Award-Winning Photographer Work with the best for the best. Sabrina often competes in local, national, and international photographic competitions together with thousands of other professional photographers to help her hone her skills and stay on top of new trends. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Personal Branding A full personal branding session covers all aspects of what you need to brand yourself and launch forward in your career and business. Be an industry leader and make an investment that sets you apart from the competition. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Create Emotion Quality photography can help you tap into the type of emotional drivers that get people to connect with you and call you. A dedicated branding photoshoot put the best of the photographer to work for you. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Look Approachable One of the keys to shine in any industry is to look approachable and show clients and colleagues that they can reach you and expect the best. Put forward the right type of image that will show you at your best. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Personal Branding A full personal branding session covers all aspects of what you need to brand yourself and launch forward in your career and business. Be an industry leader and make an investment that sets you apart from the competition. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Create Emotion Quality photography can help you tap into the type of emotional drivers that get people to connect with you and call you. A dedicated branding photoshoot put the best of the photographer to work for you. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Look Approachable One of the keys to shine in any industry is to look approachable and show clients and colleagues that they can reach you and expect the best. Put forward the right type of image that will show you at your best. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Complete Personal Branding There are a lot of different details that go into planning the perfect personal branding, from the perfect outfit to makeup and hair, and editing variables. Sabrina Casas, CPP (PPA) is a Five Stars Award-Winning Photographer who can help you tackle all aspects of your personal branding. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Digital Files (Web-Ready) Any file, any format. Once we have created the perfect headshot for you, we'll make sure that you have the exact files that you need for now and the future. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. High Quality Retouching Achieving a perfect image requires a solid post-production process. We have full control of your editing process and tap into the most powerful tools from the Adobe Suite toolset including Photoshop. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Book In Advance Quality requires some homework in your end and some homework in ours. Book in advance to give yourself plenty of time and ensure perfect results. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. First Impressions At this very moment there are customers who are looking for you in the web. And your headshot is one of the very first pieces of marketing they see... Is your headshot the best it could be? Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Executive Level Service Enjoy the quality and attention that top executives need to produce a careful crafted image that represents you and your company at your best. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Award-Winning Photographer Work with the best for the best. Sabrina often competes in local, national, and international photographic competitions together with thousands of other professional photographers to help her hone her skills and stay on top of new trends. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Personal Branding A full personal branding session covers all aspects of what you need to brand yourself and launch forward in your career and business. Be an industry leader and make an investment that sets you apart from the competition. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Create Emotion Quality photography can help you tap into the type of emotional drivers that get people to connect with you and call you. A dedicated branding photoshoot put the best of the photographer to work for you. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. Look Approachable One of the keys to shine in any industry is to look approachable and show clients and colleagues that they can reach you and expect the best. Put forward the right type of image that will show you at your best. Call the Studio to 281.665.3868 to learn more in a 1-2-1 consultation or just provide us with your number and a good email address and we'll contact you at your convenience. The Photographer's Blog Website Updates Here is a quick summary of our latest update to the website. The Photographer's #Blog Updates READ MORE OPEN The Importance of Professional Team Photos Team Photos: Lighting, Posture, Background, and Creativity The Photographer's #Blog Issue #019 READ MORE OPEN Remote Working And Why Your Headshot Matters The Most In the world of online professional portals and remote working, your headshot is your avatar representing you with the world. The Photographer's #Blog Issue #018 READ MORE OPEN Sabrina Casas Photography Studios Interested on learning more about our work at the studio? Questions about photography? We welcome you to check the articles below from our blog. And feel free to visit The Photographer's #Blog for additional content, tips, news and more. Check the Blog

AUTHOR PROFILE Sabrina Casas, M Photog. CPP Sabrina is at the heart of our photography business, with a few exceptions; the majority of the photographic works on our website and blog have been born of her talent and relentless drive for perfection. Sabrina enjoys engaging in almost any conversation regarding photography. She can easily spend hours checking reviews and technical papers about cameras and lenses and then trying them on her many projects. While her technical skills and talents have put Sabrina at the top of her game, she approaches photography with an intuitive touch for experimentation. Her skills in the editing field allow her to gain unique insights into the results of those ideas she tries in the studio and during her commercial work in the luxury real estate industry, where she has championed unique looks of stylized lines and luminous perspectives. You can learn more about Sabrina on her About page. AUTHOR > < It has been a long time since my senior year, but I remember it all very well. After all these years and thru all that change, I have become a seasoned professional photographer with three kids of my own, one of them already graduated from college. It does not matter if you have a boy or a girl. Most kids feel very strong about what they like or dislike. The yearbook and other photography done at the school are based on a business model with focus on quantity which cares little for quality. Do not let those portraits be the only portraits you have of your kid this year. I work with students from all Katy ISD high schools including Tompkins, Seven Lakes, Cinco Ranch and Katy High School between others. I have portrayed young athletes at all these schools and at many sports but your kid does not need to be an athlete to have wonderful portraits. These times are also extremelly challenging for kids of all ages because we all are overexposed to information and overloaded to the point that many times kids will feel invisible when trying to compite with our phones. One way to show our kids that we care and that they are important is by having beautiful prints in your home, where they can see them. If you are interested on learning more about Senior Pictures, please call the studio or fill out the contact form at our Booking & Information page. Senior Pictures Katy by Sabrina Casas, M Photog. CPP www.SabrinaCasasPhotographyStudios.com The Photographer's Blog Issue #003 HAVE A QUESTION? Submit Thanks for reaching out with your comments. We will review and post a reply shortly.

AUTHOR PROFILE Emilio Castro In my role at the studio, as the Studio Manager, I take pride in keeping the logistics of our work running smoothly for our clients from first contact to delivery. I like to think that our customer service is second to none. Of course, having been married to Sabrina for over +25 years, I truly enjoy her every achievement as she creates beautiful work for our clients and her own projects. I have a background in Accounting & Business Management and have worked in the Oil & Gas industry for over 17 years leading supply chain teams in international and domestic markets. I achieved the Lean Bronze Certification during my time at Halliburton and later discovered the benefit of Scrum and Agile Project Management when working for BP. I am a fan of continuous improvement and enjoy leading diverse teams of every kind while working for those large companies. I'm also a self-taught web developer and coder, a Certified Remote Pilot (I fly our drones), and a self-published fantasy author, among many other small feats and accidents. AUTHOR > < SUMMARY & CONTENTS Here is another quick reading on why hiring a professional photographer makes a big difference for you. Finding a good photographer who takes the time to hone their skills makes a huge difference in how your headshot and branding images work and, ultimately, how they translate into career progression or new business. INTRODUCTION EXPERIENCE CONSISTENCY PERSONAL BRANDING PERFECT LINKEDIN PICTURE MORE INTRODUCTION We live in a highly digitalized and online society. Everyone has a phone, everyone has access to a computer, and everyone participates in some sort of social media platform. Everyone has a camera on their phone. Most people know how to use a few filters and can probably take a decent selfie. So, what is going to make YOU stand out in the job marketplace? I like how Chris Whooley put it towards the end of his article 5 Tips For the Perfect Profile for LinkedIn : " If you are like most of Linkedin's 300 million active users, you'll likely want to invest in a professional photo for Linkedin. " We have the opportunity to meet Chris during his workshop at the Professional Photographers Guild of Houston this year. Highlighy recommended. I will focus on two key reasons to hire a professional, but, like in any other field, there is more than supports the value provided by the expertise and focus a pro brings to the table. EXPERIENCE Experience: The one word that makes a world of difference in the field of professional photography -and in any other highly competitive field. It is just because of our uniqueness as human beings. Each person is different; there are not two of us alike. Our unique features, gestures, and attitude come together in a portrait, and because of that, it is really important that your photographer understands how to deal with the specific treats that make you, you. Besides the training and technical skills necessary to use a camera (and all the other gear you will see around a professional studio), the time photographers spend working with their clients develops the photographer's eye to understand what type of tools, or techniques, will work better for you based on factors like your body type, your face features, hair styling, skin tone, and skin texture. Additionally to that, the experience that comes with working with people who are at different points in their careers, some just out of college and some progressing towards their final position before retiring, creates in the photographer a sense of what types of business portraits work best for specific industries and certain jobs. A photographer's job is to introduce you to your audience , to those who will see you through your headshot as the professional you are. Also important, as a photographer who actively participates in photographic competitions at multiple levels, including local contests at the Professional Photographers Guild of Houston to the ultimate International Photographic Competition , Sabrina brings to the table honed skills tested by the top professionals on the field. A photographer's job is to introduce you to your audience. CONSISTENCY Consistency: In his book " Iditarod Leadership. Unleashing The Power of The Team, " Chris Fuller puts together an excellent quote: " Amateurs practice until they get it right. Professionals practice until they can't get it wrong. " And that is precisely the essence of what consistency means for us as professional photographers. Anyone can put together a webpage with a few decent shots, but it takes a professional to deliver consistent quality for every client regardless of who they are or how they look. It takes a professional to deliver consistent quality. When you choose to work with a pro, you are working with someone who can help you plan the details to create a unique and authentic headshot and even a set of professional images if that is what you need. A pro can help you plan the details to create a unique and authentic headshot. PERSONAL BRANDING Personal Branding: A business portrait is about your branding. That truth applies regardless of your field and the type of company or clients you work for. While many job descriptions sound like cookie-cutter material, the reality is that you approach your job with your set of skills and talents, a combination of hard and soft skills, and the necessary relationships and networking that you develop with colleagues, supervisors, direct reports, vendors, and clients. The longer you stay in a particular industry, the more you develop a specific way to resolve the work challenges on your way, and, together with that, you create a reputation that carries to your network . How does all that relate to your headshot? It is as simple as this: Once you find a photographer you like and who delivers, stick with them. You will need a new headshot each three to five years. The more you work with your photographer, the better they know you and the better your images get from shoot to shoot, helping you develop your brand and build up your reputation. After all, a picture says more than a thousand words. Once you find a photographer you like and who delivers, stick with them. PERFECT LINKEDIN PICTURE Your headshot, as your profile photo on LinkedIn, is one of the core elements of your marketing, and many times your headshot is the very first impression that a recruiter will see of who you are. It is a smart investment to tap into the skills of a professional photographer to make a strong first impression and give yourself a head start over your competition. LinkedIn research shows that a picture makes your profile 14 times more likely to be viewed by others. That alone should give you an excellent reason to consider having a professional headshot regardless of your current job-hunting status. The best time to build your network and prepare for the next step in your career is when you have a solid job. LinkedIn research shows that a picture makes your profile 14 times more likely to be viewed by others. MORE As always, feel free to explore the pages below to learn more about Sabrina's work on professional headshots, business portraits, and personal branding sessions, or call us at the studio (281.665.3868) for a friendly chat over the phone. Headshots For Professionals Executive Headshots Personal Branding Photoshoot More From The Blog: Professional Photography. Part I. More From The Blog: Remote Working And Why Your Headshot Matters The Most And here are follow a few blogs and articles we like from the internet, enjoy! LinkedIn: 5 Tips For The Perfect Profile Picture for LinkedIn (by Chris Whooley) LinkedIn Profile Photo Do's & Don'ts Book Review: Iditarod Leadership COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS No comments or questions yet. Be the first to share a comment or make a question by using the form below! Professional Photography Part II by Emilio Castro www.SabrinaCasasPhotographyStudios.com The Photographer's Blog Issue #017 HAVE A QUESTION? Submit Thanks for reaching out with your comments. 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