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Corporate Headshots – The Face of Your Business

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This article on corporate headshots first appeared in July 2021 and was updated January 2024.

If you want to succeed in today’s competitive market, you need a visual edge that is crisp and well designed. It can make a difference to have professional corporate headshots that can convey the core of who you are and what your organization stands for; to communicate your unwavering professionalism, your solid reliability, and valuable expertise.

With more than 22 years of experience as a professional corporate photographer in the Washington DC area, Anne Lord can deliver dynamic portraits and corporate headshot photography that will create the best impression possible to those who are looking to work with you.

Leverage corporate headshots to boost your business

Professional headshot of a young woman. Photo by Anne Lord Photography in Leesburg Virginia.Rise above the rest! Having professional corporate headshots can enhance your and your company’s credibility and professionalism. Potential clients, investors, and partners who find you online, whether on LinkedIn, your business website, or even Facebook are more likely to trust you.

It is your first impression that can showcase your personality, confidence, and branding. A company is composed of its employees and having corporate headshots will reflect the professionalism, diversity, and character of your company.

Use corporate headshots to communicate your brand

Your brand is more than just a logo or a slogan. It is the impression you make on your potential and existing customers, partners, and employees. One of the most effective ways to convey your brand identity is through corporate headshots. By showing the faces behind your business, you can create a sense of trust, professionalism, and personality that sets you apart from your competitors. Whether you need photos of your leadership team, your staff, or your events, you can rely on Anne Lord to deliver high-quality corporate photography services.

Strengthen your business image by choosing Anne Lord today!

Anne Lord has been a corporate photographer in the Washington DC area for many years. She has worked with clients from various industries and sectors, capturing their unique stories and values through her lens. She knows how to bring out the best in every subject, using flattering poses, lighting, and backgrounds. She also knows how to adapt to different settings and situations, whether it is an office, a conference center, or an off-site location.

Anne Lord is ready to help you create stunning corporate headshots that will enhance your brand image and reputation. You can browse her Corporate Photography Portfolio to see some of her previous work and get inspired by her style and skills. When you are ready to book her services, you can call (703) 994-7938 or anne@annelordphotography.com to discuss your needs and preferences.

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Tips for Including Your Pet in Your Next Family Photo Session

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With any photography session, there are simple preparations you can follow to ensure a fun time and successful results. The same holds true when you want to include your pet(s) in your family portraits. Family and pet photographer, Anne Lord, is an avid pet lover and enjoys including furry 4-legged family members well! 

With over 21 years of experience in photography, Anne has a few tips and tricks up her sleeve to help you prepare your pet for your next family photo session.

Practice commands and tricks 

When planning a photo-op with your pet, it is always great to brush up on commands your pet knows to helps things run smoothly. Although not entirely necessary, a “sit”, “stay”, or “down” can go a long way with helping the success of a portrait session.

If your pet has a special trick or cute pose, you may want to include it in photographs as well. Practicing it with your pet beforehand will keep the trick fresh in your pet’s mind.

Golden puppy leaping from stone wall | Northern VA Family Photography | Anne Lord Photography

Exercise your pet before the session

It is so important that your pet, especially dogs, have an opportunity to release their energy (some people call it “zoomies”) to get it out of their system before the session. Long walks, a jog around the block, a chance to run around at the dog park with other pets, all can make a difference. This will help your pet to relax, be focused, and not bounce off the walls in excitement.

Owners also should prepare for the session

Animals are very sensitive to our emotions and attitudes. If owners go into a session with a calm, positive state of mind, it will set the stage for how your pet and the rest of the family will respond. One thing to remember is to be flexible. It is ok if things don’t go exactly as planned. If you go with the flow, your family and your pet will too. Anne also has the experience to bring a level of calm to the session, which will help as well.

Whether you are preparing for a pet, family, or combined session, you will probably already have picked out your outfit or a family theme. If you are also including your pet, you will want to also prepare his or her “look”. Start with a good grooming, a bath and/or trim if possible. Clear any debris around the eyes of your pet, especially breeds that get tear stains. If your pet tends to get dandruff or shed, give them a good brush over before your session. 

Golden puppy running with purple toy | Northern VA Family Photography | Anne Lord Photography

Bring toys and treats

Another way to prepare your pet for a session is by bringing their favorite treats and toys. It is great to bring those special treats, the delicious ones that your pet may not get very often. The kind of treat that your beloved furry friend will want to work for as a reward. If your pet has a favorite toy, bring it. Sometimes the best images can be of your pet enjoying that special toy! However, if your pet is very toy motivated, wait until your photographer asks you to bring the toy out. Otherwise, your pet could lose all focus and motivation.

Using a squeaker toy, or a toy that catches your pet’s attention can be very helpful to capture those head tilts and great expressions. However, you may want to use sparingly. Just like the favorite toy that could cause your pet to lose total focus, overuse of a squeaker toy or trigger phrases like “want to go outside?” or “where is mommy?” can cause your pet to become disinterested. 

Capturing expressions and interactions

Golden puppy on woman's shoulder | Northern VA Family Photography | Anne Lord Photography

Leesburg, Virginia photographer Anne Lord knows sometimes it is important to get down at eye level when posing clients with their pets to capture those special interactions and moments. If you are unsure what to do with your hands, pet your furry friend! A gentle hand on a pet looks great and is a natural interaction that can be captured and enjoyed for years to come. After all, the important thing is that your family and pet are captured forever in those happy moments between pet and owner, where tails are wagging, and smiles are from ear to ear.

Contact Anne Lord Photography for a fun, creative, family and pet portrait session

Immortalize your family with your special furry family member! View our pet portrait gallery and to learn more about your family and pet photography options, please contact Anne at anne@annelordphotography.com or 703-435-5292.