Self Employed Holiday Party
Happy Holidays! Enjoy a sneak peek into this year's self-employed Holiday party that I threw!
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The Power of Group Photography - Elevating Your Business Presence
In the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing and brand identity, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to stand out and connect with their audience. While individual headshots certainly have their place, there's a compelling case to be made for
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Your Corporate Headshot Photography Guide
Prepare a spot in your office for the shoot. Don't worry about the natural lighting, as I bring my own strobe lights. I don't need a lot of space and can even set it up in a
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Why Custom Stock Photos are Essential for Your Company's Website
While stock photos can be a convenient and cost-effective option, investing in custom stock photos specifically tailored to your brand can elevate your website and provide several significant advantages. Here's why
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The Art of Corporate Branding Photography - Building a Visual Identity
In today's competitive business landscape, establishing a strong corporate brand is essential for success. While branding encompasses various aspects, one powerful tool that often goes overlooked is
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Staff Headshots
I love when I get to photograph everyone at the company! I hope Bob the dog starts his own LinkedIn profile with this headshot.
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Staff Headshots at a Chicago Law Firm
These photos are lit with a very large umbrellas for the key light and the fill light in order to provide a nice, soft, flattering light. I keep a diagram of my set-up in my notes in order for a consistent look each time I return to their office for a shoot.
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The Power of Professional Photography in Press Releases
Walgreens needed a portrait of one of their executives, as they were about to put out a press release regarding a new merger. We photographed this at Walgreens’ headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois.
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Photo Licensing Explained
There is a standard pricing structure in commercial photography which usually consists of 1. A day rate, 2. Production costs (models, locations, assistants, etc), 3. Retouching fees, and 4. Photo licensing fees. Clients who
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Magic Johnson at the voco Hotel
I was hired to photograph Magic Johnson’s speech at the voco Hotel and what a thrill it was! Even better was when I got to meet him in person afterwards. He is extremely kind and gracious.
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Machine Gun Kelly For Vice Magazine
Vice Magazine contacted me to photograph their party at Subterranean. When Machine Gun Kelly took the stage, the whole crowd exploded!
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Headshots in Fulton Market
A bunch of their executive staff and board members were in town for a meeting, so the client hired me to come to their office for a headshot session. We captured some nice photos in the hallway during one of their breaks.
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Investment Bankers at the Willis Tower
We used the 66th floor as a backdrop for these corporate headshots. They use professional photography for their Annual Report and like to update their photos when they have new employees.
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Headshots at a Chicago Law Firm
This law firm in the Willis Tower in downtown Chicago is a long-standing and valued client. Here is the latest round of headshots I took of their new attorneys
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Headshot Session Mistakes to Avoid
Headshots reflect your personality, your identity, and your brand. However, there is more than one use
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Portrait for Financial Advisor Magazine
Financial Advisor Magazine contacted me to take portraits of Robert Bergson for a story they were writing. We took several shots inside the beautiful Northern Trust Bank downtown in the Chicago Loop
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Executive Headshots at Mars Wrigley
The good folks at Mars Wrigley needed headshots of their executive staff
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Headshots at a Chicago Law Firm
This law firm in the Willis Tower in downtown Chicago is a long-standing and valued client. Here is the latest round of headshots I took of their new attorneys
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Environmental Headshots Downtown
One of my regular corporate clients needed some photos of their new hires. They wanted some headshots in their downtown office with the Chicago skyline in the background.
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Cover Shot for Planted Magazine
Planted Magazine wanted to do a story on the iconic restaurant Soul Veg City and contacted me for photographic coverage. They needed some portraits, food photos, and candids to accompany the story
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Cover Photo for Cancer Treatment Centers of America
Cancer Treatment Centers of America did a cover story on Dr. Karen Smorowski, a cancer survivor treating her fellow patients. I took some portraits both inside and outside the facility to accompany the story
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Cover of Illinois Bar Journal
The Illinois Bar Journal contacted me to take some portraits and headshots of the new Illinois State Bar Association president. He had some nice locations in his office for this nice environmental portrait on the cover.
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Corporate Headshots of Investment Management Firm’s Staff
Black and white headshots of their entire staff of a Chicago investment banking firm
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Corporate Headshots for PNC Bank
We used a grey backdrop which gives a nice standard background for websites
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Corporate Branding Photo Shoot
The marketing director of this Chicago firm contacted me in need of a library of custom stock photos for their website and marketing materials. This photo shoot came together smoothly because
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Branded Portrait
A lovely branded portrait I took for a company in the hospitality industry. Their Chicago office was very bright and modern with high-end finishes, which I incorporated into the photo.
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Backstage With One Direction
One Direction collaboration with Elizabeth Arden to release the “You and I” fragrance. Elizabeth Arden threw them a party backstage before their Soldier Field performance and I was hired to capture the party.
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5 Characteristics of a Great Headshot
If you stick to these simple rules, you will leave your session with headshots you love
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2022 Recap
Happy New Year! I am celebrating a record year here at Tina Smothers Photography. Thank you to all of my clients who trusted me with your business! Enjoy a sample of some client projects from 2022.
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The Power of Group Photography - Elevating Your Business Presence
Jan 3, 2024Your Corporate Headshot Photography Guide
Jul 14, 2023Why Custom Stock Photos are Essential for Your Company's Website
Jul 14, 2023Staff Headshots
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Jul 14, 2023Portrait for Financial Advisor Magazine
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