How I Set Up for On-Site Corporate Headshots

I might carry more equipment that the average photographer. You’ll see in the video I bring a reversable background, studio strobes and modifiers, a posing chair, tripod, extension cords, light meter, trigger for lights, computer and oh yeah, my camera. I stick with the tried and true Canon 5D Mark 4 with an 85mm 1.4 prime lens. It’s possible to go lighter and (possibly) cheaper, but the results would suffer. That’s how I set up for on-site corporate headshots.

Part of my secret to amazing headshots and portraits is I get the image “right in camera”. Technically they are right when I bring them in for retouching which makes that process better and faster.

In addition to the setup, I have developed (over the years) the skill to make people feel at ease in front of my camera. Let’s face it, it can be intimidating. But with a sense of humor and confidence I can bring my subjects into the pose I’m looking for snap the image and watch the relief on their face when they see the images on the computer.

As someone who is uncomfortable in front of a camera, Mike did a great job helping me relax. He was encouraging and paid attention to detail to deliver a great headshot. Pam E. Retired teacher now author.

Clients I work well with have anywhere from 5 to 50 team members. They want updated photos for their website and print material at a fair price delivered promptly. For projects or questions you can contact me here. (Worth mentioning, family portraits and individuals get the same upscale treatment.)

Finally I think you’ll enjoy this 2 minute behind the scenes video. (By the way, the lovely lady in the thumbnail below is Heather Patterson Marketing Manager for Detail 360 and owner of Ofallon Ink, not to mention dear friend.)

Thanks for dropping in. I’d love to talk to you about your project.

Mike