Blog – Page 2 – Kingston Head Shot and Personal Branding Photographer, Kristen Ritchie

May

Canada’s Top Wealth Advisors 2023: Anne Desgagnés

Recently, Anne came to me wanting to elevate her head shot as a professional wealth advisor. She confided that she was up for a prestigious award, being recognized as Canada’s Top Wealth Advisors of 2023. I am honoured to play a part in bringing out the best of Anne through her head shots. As Anne stated to me during her time in my studio, her head shot image is of utmost importance as it is often the first impression her potential clients have of her online. As she said, she can’t blog or share about the financial success of her clients portfolio, so her image has to speak of her professionalism, confidentiality and approachability.

Anne’s words on a recent Facebook post after she posted her new head shot:

“I am overwhelmed by all the comments on my new photo. Thank you to all of you for the likes and the comments. I was not expecting this.

As you have probably guessed, this photo isn’t a selfie done with my Apple 11 phone! I had the good fortune recently to connect with Kristen Ritchie, a local photographer in the Kingston area. I realized during the photo shoot that Kristen does not so much try to capture what you look like with her camera, she captures your personality. This is going to sound cliché but I felt that the result of my photo shoot with Kristen was truly “ a picture is worth a thousand words”. Anyone in the Kingston area looking for a professional photographer should really check out Kristen Ritchie.”

As always, I am swept up when women in business support and uplift one another. I am so grateful for Anne’s business and support.

Need help connecting with your clients? I’d love to help you! Let’s connect.

Mar

4 Easy tips for getting your best LinkedIn Headshot

A good business head shot is an essential part of your branding and social media presence. Whether you decide to have your photo done in a studio or on location, here are 4 easy tips on getting your best LinkedIn headshot:

Get one! If you haven’t been asked for a professional head shot, you will be. It’s just a matter of time. You will need one for your web page, as well as for social media, newsletters, news releases, articles, profiles, brochures and speaking engagements.
Hire a professional photographer. Your clients can tell when your photo is a selfie or snapped by a friend. The message you are portraying is, “I don’t care enough to establish a professional presence.” A good photographer will know how to use lighting and posing in a way that flatters your face and body type, and will help you relax for a natural yet professional expression. Your head shot is part of your brand. Be sure it is sending a message compatible with your professionalism.
When possible, have your makeup applied by a makeup professional who understands lighting. Strobes or even natural light can wash out your features, so enhancement of eyes and lips is important. For both men and women, a good foundation powder can smooth the skin and reduce glare. Remember, you want your makeup to look natural, not flashy. I generally suggest to all of my clients who don’t normally wear makeup to apply a light base of foundation simply to even out the skin tone.
Choose a solid-color, well-fitting suit and/or top. Textures can be distracting. Deep gray or navy blue photographs better than blacks. When in doubt, wear something that makes you feel great. If you feel great, it will be conveyed in your photo.

Have questions? I can definitely help you achieve your best LinkedIn headshot yet! Let’s connect!