Headshots with a custom background
Clients having custom backgrounds fabricated with brand matching images is becoming, I am pleased to say, more popular. Some Clients are dabbling in digital backgrounds to various degrees of succes, but mostly the results are far less convincing with problems matching...
What makes a good Industrial Photographer?
A good industrial photographer possesses a unique blend of technical skills, artistic vision, and specific personality traits that enable them to excel in capturing complex industrial environments. Here are some key personality traits that make a successful industrial...
The Container Deposit Scheme, what you need to know.
I recently photographed an event for Tomra/Cleanaway out at their sorting facilty in Geelong. This was a cross bewteen an event shoot and industrial photography.It was a great opportunity for me to capture this event, not in any small part to gain an understanding of...
What are the most releveant Social Media sites for professional photographers?
Instagram continues to be a top choice for photographers due to its visual nature and large user base. According to Statista, as of 2022, Instagram has over 1.2 billion monthly active users. The platform’s focus on visual content makes it ideal for showcasing photography portfolios and attracting potential clients. Features like Instagram Stories and Reels offer additional engagement opportunities.
Common questions I get from clients about their headshots
I get a lot of questions about headshots. From why(this one usually from people I describe my profession to) to what should I wear on the day. So if you find yourself asking questions remotely pertaining to headshots then I hope you will find the answers here. If you...
What to consider when rebranding a Small Business
What to consider when rebranding a Small Business Rebranding a small business is a significant undertaking that requires careful planning and consideration. It involves more than just changing your company's name, logo, or colours; it's about reshaping your brand...
A Headshot Photographer’s tips for looking awesome.
Tip #1: Dress in Solid Colors and Well-Ironed Clothing The choice of your attire plays a significant role in both your appearance and confidence. Just like the positive effects of exercise on the brain, dressing your best can make you feel more energetic and happy....
So you are thinking a Re-brand is on the cards?
Let's not kid ourselves, coming to the realisation that a rebrand is necessary is a huge step in in itself let alone putting the wheels in motion. Yes good photography is important( I am not writing this out of the goodness of my heart) but there is a LOT of prep and...
High Volume Corporate Headshots
What is High Volume Corporate Headshots? With this type of photography I am briefed to take a large number of images in one sitting with a single backdrop. Typically I am looking at taking 6-10 images per person in around 2 minutes. This includes proofing and...
Choose your Headshot style
I think I can remember only a handful of times where I have turn up and people have been happy to do headshots. Generally speaking I think they would have preferred a visit to the dentist over standing in front of me. Look I don't take it personally in fact I see it...
On site headshots – Working from the back of the car
Is this to become my post covid workflow, I mean it's totally covid safe and all. It might seem so but no, thankfully, people are getting back into office spaces and life and work appears to be getting back to normal. For this client, AGCO Finance, having a natural...
Tips for Corporate Headshots | Headshot Photographers Melbourne
Here's a couple of tips when planning your next round of Corporate Portraits. 1. Schedule them early in the week. People feel better and look fresher at the beginning of the week. Tuesdays are good, Fridays are Bad. 2. Make sure to send out a reminder to those being...
Professional Headshots Photography Melbourne
Our goal is to minimise disruption and maximise efficiency. That's why we have no problem at all in coming to your workplace to conduct your professional headshots. In fact we prefer it, your team is in their work environment and not some before unseen photo studio...
Future proof your companies Headshot Photography
There are a number of reasons why a company decides to redo their headshots. It could be that they realise that the selfie in front of stationary cupboard won't cut it any longer, the image of your CEO at a wedding doesn't send the right message or there is just not a...
Styles in Professional Headshots
With the predominance of Social Media platforms such as Linkedin, Twitter and Facebook we have seen the demand for new styles of professional headshots increase. As a corporate headshot photographer working in Melbourne I have been using different...
Interview with Simon Woodcock, a man with a camera and event photographer
Today I am having a chat with Simon Woodcock from Man with a Camera. I chose to kick off this series of chats with Simon because he, like me, runs his own show, is a great guy,(again like me) and has a wealth of experience as an Event Photographer in Melbourne.
Popular Venues for Corporate Events in Melbourne
What makes for a great corporate events venue? Few will doubt that food has a major role to play. But what about aesthetics? Location? Accessibility to technology? Thankfully, Melbourne’s burgeoning reputation as a world-class city means that it features some of the...
Social Media Photography
The rise in the importance of social media in the business sector has created challenges and opportunities for both clients and portrait photographers. There is the opportunity now to upload to each social media platform a profile photo or avatar giving the viewer...
Amazingly legendairy milk with Karen Martini
May in Melbourne is not usually a month you remember as being anything but overcast and cold. But this particular Sunday morning in May was crisp and clear. A nice day to be working an event and this one was particularly enjoyable. Fifteen food bloggers with their...
Event Photography Melbourne on set with Misguided The TV Series
Television sets aren't the usual place to take Headshots, however, recently we were asked to do just that on the set of the new improvised TV comedy "Misguided". It was a fast paced affair as the set was in a new studio unfamiliar to the crew and techs who were...
IE Agency Silicon Block Party
It's a very Melbourne thing...Foodtruck, so we were pleasantly surprised to arrive at the IE Silicon Block Party to find a Mr Burger Van stationed expectantly on the street. The event was a showcase of practise and implementation of Lean, Disruptive Technologies...