Recent Headshot Sessions

September 14, 2016 Tim Farr

Below is a sampling of some of my most recent headshot work.

I've had quite the varied set of clients lately (love it!), and have worked with each to get them exactly what they need. Which, if I may say so, is a challenge sometimes, but a fun challenge. As you can probably imagine from looking at the three different people below, I've been using my photographic flexibility.

And yes, of course, I can't end without saying it's been a pleasure working with each of these beautiful people! Please do click like or share below if something grabbed you.

And please don't hesitate if you'd like to be a part of my beautiful, motley crew of clients. I'd love to have you!

Best,

Jamie

Lazy J Lifestyle

August 30, 2016 Tim Farr

Working with a client on more than one project is one of my favorite things. There are many reasons for this, not the least of which being that we get to develop a relationship (and hopefully friendship) over time. I've worked with Molly of Lazy J Lifestyle on four shoots over the last year and a half. Molly does limited runs of apparel and each one has its own flavor, with each being super, super cute. (Click here to see one of our past shoots) We've shot in beautiful forests and black sand beaches in northern California, as well as at the beaches and surrounding areas in southern California, always with beautiful results.

And our most recent shoot was no exception. Thank you to our model Kennedy Cameron and our hair and makeup artist, Samantha Bates!

How's that for a beautiful way to end a day? Molly and I are already chatting about our next shoot. So you'll have to compete with her for time if you want to schedule something... ;) Don't worry! She's a sweetheart. I'm sure she'll share my time with you if you need some!

Product Photography

July 14, 2016 Tim Farr

Why yes, thank you for asking, I have been doing a fair bit of product photography lately. The funny thing about it, is that the thing that troubled me about product photography waaaaaay back when is what I love about it now: It presents challenges. There are unique lighting and staging challenges with shooting products. And it's actually just part of the shoot, each and every time. Shooting jewelry is always fun. It's like the Hall of Mirrors at the carnival. It's a puzzle getting the angles just right so all you're seeing is the jewelry, and not reflections of other items.

Shooting something in it's ideal state, without departing reality (see ya later...!), is definitely an art. But that's what I've embraced over the years in all my photography, and I love the challenge here. Seems like there might be a lesson there of some sort? :-)

Take a look, won't ya? And don't you just love that infinite-love piece above. I know I do.

You just might have a product of your own. Want a stark white background for your product on Amazon (Amazon loves those white backgrounds)? Want to get creative on a shoot to show your product in use? A piece of apparel out there in the big, wide world (perhaps on a lovely model)? If you do, let's talk! ;)

Let's Talk...

June 29, 2016 Tim Farr

I've fallen in love with headshots again. I'll admit it. And it got me thinking.

You're an actor, a businessperson, or a salesperson. Or you're establishing your personal brand. Guess what? You need a headshot that captures who you truly are (or who you're capable of being, you actors out there).

In order to capture this, I ask my client a series of questions (I'm so nosy!) before they come for their shoot. From these magic questions (ain't magic fun?), we are able to create the tone for our shoot. And when I say "create" the tone of our shoot, I've chosen that word carefully. You and I, as a team, create the feel of your shots. Neat, eh?

Having established the tone or tones for the shoot we get down to the details. The location of the shoot is important: in studio allows a high degree of control over the environment of the shoot; and then there are moods that really can only be conveyed outdoors. The color of the backdrop when shooting indoors can change everything: brighter colors can help a casting director to envision you in younger roles; blue, green and grey eyes will really pop with a blue backdrop; a darker backdrop, with appropriate lighting, will convey a dramatic personality and depth. And of course, styling and makeup are key. (In another lifetime I was an agent, so that helps us a bit as well :) )

In addition to everything we discuss, there is a lot going on behind my forehead. The selection of appropriate lenses, lighting set-ups, and settings are always rolling. And while a similar lighting set up may be used for several different clients, I'm not ashamed to admit that I'm such a control freak about my clients being happy, that I'll do lighting tests beforehand, making minor changes as needed, to make sure that I'm getting exactly what my clients want, with our discussions in mind. The point isn't that I'm a control freak, the point is that I'm YOUR control freak! ;)

A Note on Corporate Headshots

If you are a business person, I'm sure you're familiar with understanding your ideal client or public. If you're a salesman, this translates to your ability to allow your prospect or potential client to identify with you. In working with a business or salesperson, I help my clients determine what kind of clients you have and would like to have, and what these would expect of you. Many times this boils down to what will allow your client or prospect to be most comfortable approaching you: Do they expect a suit and tie from you? Will they feel you're more approachable with rolled-up sleeves, an even more casual look, or maybe a particularly stylish look? In practice, this also works out to determining also what setting and lighting will help you to appeal to your ideal audience. With corporate headshots, as well as personal branding, understanding the current and desired audience is key.

A Confession

Confession Time: I love meeting people. I KNOW. You're shocked! Get over it. ;)

What I really love is hearing what my clients are looking to get out of their photos. It might be a strange thing for an artist, but it's true. The feeling when we (yes, we) get what we're looking for out of a shoot is amazing. I love the collaboration!

And of course, in that spirit, I'd love to hear from you.

Until then!

Best,

Jamie

One Happy Mom

May 24, 2016 Tim Farr

I've known this mother for quite some time. We met at a party and haven't looked back.

I've this nasty habit of photographing her family. And they have the nasty habit of being some of the more ridiculously photogenic people that I get to shoot. ;)

It's honestly a little scary how great their shots always come out. Just take a look at Liam, their oldest, getting up close and personal with the camera. He loves it and it loves him!

So, to commemorate a third little one being on the way, we of course needed to get some fresh shots. And, there are some shots below of their current youngest, Sky, doing what Sky does best!

The young man to the left has a long history of dressing up. That's the first shot I ever got of him in his dress-up history. He's sort of an expert to be honest. :)

He really does love it and has for as long as I've known him. Sky learned his love of dressing up from big brother Liam.

Sky is probably the cutest little cub you've ever seen, but he happens to be a pretty cute raccoon, duck, business man... you get the point. He's cute no matter what.

I can only hope that one day he'll be an actor and I'll be doing headshot and editorial shoots with him!

And, of course, this little prince loves his mom. Even when she's sticking her tongue out at him. Maybe even especially when she's sticking her tongue out at him!