The Ana Isabel Photography Blog

My first two questions to my headshot clients are, “How would you like to be portrayed?” and “What are some words that come to mind?” That usually helps me guide my clients into the best location for their session. So today, I’m sharing with you, five things to consider when picking your headshot location: Convenience […]

Greenery for headshots is the most popular request. The thing you should know that different green locations can give you a different background feel. The willow trees at Constitution Gardens provide a softer look while still maintaining a professional look. In addition, you can get photos with the Washington Monument in the background!  

Outdoor headshot sessions are very common because they feel organic in comparison to ones with a white or black background. And in DC, there are some memorable locations that really shine. Here are some of the most frequented ones:   The DC look: The Supreme Court   DC look with some greenery: Library Of Congress […]

Kimberly launched Rollins Bower Consulting earlier this year. As part of the launch, she wanted headshots that reflected her brand. Her headshots needed to say warm and inviting, yet professional and approachable. I think we captured that well! We chose the National Portrait Gallery because of its atrium. It’s filled with natural lighting, greenery, and […]

The key to a great headshot is preparation. First, we book headshots about a month out so if you need a fresh haircut, or a manicure, there’s time. Then, I provide tips on what to do before a headshot session and what to wear. Jennifer’s headshots turned out so well, because she prepped. And the […]

Team headshots (or portraits) are so important to an organization. We photographed the JL Restaurant Group team at their Dupont location earlier this year. I like the personality that each photo shows and it also shows off the restaurant.