Your headshot’s background can make or break your professional image. A boring backdrop can undermine your appearance and fail to capture your personality. To get headshots that stand out, I recommend choosing San Diego’s gorgeous beaches. As a San Diego photographer since 2001, here are my recommendations for the best San Diego beach locations for…
As a photographer, clients often ask me, “When should you take branding marketing photos?” For business owners, this is important because timing your photo shoots to coincide with updates and changes in your business can be challenging. This is why I’m offering some insights to help you plan your photo shoots in advance. When Should…
Without a strategic approach to branding photos, businesses end up with subpar visuals that fail to accurately represent their brand or resonate with their ideal customers. After helping multiple San Diego businesses build strong branding imagery, here’s a guide to branding photo shoots to help you understand how I can convey your brand’s story sincerely….
Settling for uninspiring or generic backdrops can fail to convey your real message and brand identity. I’ve been a San Diego resident since 2001, and as a professional photographer, I happen to know all the best locations to take branding photos in San Diego. Ready to leverage the city’s iconic locations for your brand? Let’s…
One of the most common challenges people face is capturing their authentic personality while also creating an eye-catching headshot. As someone with considerable experience with headshot photography, I am going to share my professional insights and go-to strategies in this guide I call “Creative Headshots: Making a More Noticeable Photo”. Creative Headshots: Making a More…
As a photographer with years of experience, I can say I’ve developed a pretty good mechanism for when to use natural light vs studio light for headshots. However, for most beginners or amateurs in this field, deciding between the two can get confusing. In this article, I share my knowledge on lighting for headshots. Natural…
Can you take senior portraits with dogs? If you are a pet-loving senior or a photographer, you may have asked yourself this question at some point. As an experienced photographer, I have expertise in handling dogs during photoshoots and understand the unique challenges that arise when combining portraits and dogs. In this article, I will…
As a professional photographer, I understand the importance of finding the perfect poses to showcase male seniors’ unique personalities and styles. Many people face the challenge of wanting to create impactful senior portraits yet struggle to find the right poses that genuinely reflect their personalities. Whether you are seeking casual, formal, or creative results, this…
Rushing through pictures may mean missing the perfect images for the yearbook or graduation announcements. Since 2013, I’ve been helping senior graduates document this important milestone in a student’s life. I’m sharing this guide on the standard photoshoot timeframe so you’ll know how long it takes to take senior portraits. How Long Do Senior Portraits…
Without planning for senior picture locations, you may have cliche backdrops or lackluster pictures. As a professional senior portrait photographer for years, I have created the ultimate list of the best places to take senior photos in San Diego to help you capture this special time in images you’ll cherish forever. Best Places to Take…
Coronado Island in San Diego is an idyllic location for capturing unforgettable family pictures. However, some people have yet to discover this breathtaking waterfront location, missing out on picturesque sceneries, beautiful shorelines, and historic landmarks as the perfect backdrop for family pictures. Since moving to San Diego in 2001, I’ve been photographing families with Coronado’s…
As a San Diego local, Liberty Station is one of my favorite spots for taking family pictures. The location is rich with diverse settings, providing a perfect backdrop for capturing priceless memories. However, some families and visitors still don’t know about this area, missing out on a great photoshoot opportunity. Since starting Natalie Chiles Photography…