It’s tiiiiimmmmmeee! My bi-annual brand mini session and studio headshots are happening at the end of January! I do these twice a year and they are always so much fun. I love meeting new clients, as well as getting to update and refresh with my repeat clients! I put together this post with some of my most frequently asked questions about brand mini sessions.

The investment of brand photography can go so far in your business, but it can be utterly overwhelming to know where the heck to even start when you're staring at a gallery of 100+ amazing images.

Here are some key places for you to put your branding photos to work for you and get a return on you investment (ROI)

When it comes to personal branding, a picture is worth a thousand words, and when your business revolves around making dogs look their best, those pictures need to look as amazing as your freshly groomed clients. Here’s a little the behind-the-scenes journey of a Annelise Bliss PDX Branding Photography photoshoot with a talented dog groomer, capturing the heart, soul, and fur of her vibrant small business.

It’s summer and as a small business owner, you want to be able to go on vacation without having to worry about leaving your business IG account inactive or having to create content while trying to relax. But that is easier said than done. Often times small business owners create content on the fly or day of. It can difficult to juggle taking photos and running your day to day business not to mention getting photos of yourself in-action or behind the scenes.

When you have a personal branding session you not only get “content for days” but a full library of images that can actually serve your business for months!

Preparation is key to feeling confident, relaxed and organized. Avoiding these common mistakes can improve the look of your photos and make your brand photoshoot more successful.

As a small business owner, I know that it can be scary to invest money in your business especially when you’re first getting started. You may wonder if personal branding photography is worth the investment or if you can just DIY it. Here are a few ways that investing in personal branding photography can actually boost your business and give you a return on your investment, aka ROI.

A senior photoshoot is a significant milestone that captures a pivotal moment in a high school senior’s life. To ensure the photoshoot is a success, here are some tips to help you achieve the perfect senior photos:

Clients want to see the person behind the brand name and want to be able to envision themselves working with you and connecting with you.

People often see your photo before they read anything about you. Professional and well-crafted photos create a positive first impression. They convey professionalism, attention to detail, helping you stand out in a crowded online space.

Your choice of location sets the stage for the mood, aesthetic, and overall feel of your portraits. Whether you choose downtown Portland, a forest setting, or a historic landmark, each location offers its own unique charm and character that should align with your personal style and interests.

Here are my top location ideas in and around Portland. Of course within each category, I can give you many options so that you can choose the perfect one for you!

Bringing props to your senior photo session can add personality and uniqueness to your photos. They allow you to express your individuality and interests. Whether it's a musical instrument, sports equipment, or hobby-related items, props can reflect who you are and what you love. Here are 10 prop ideas for what to bring to your senior photo session.

Whether you’re a high school or college graduate, getting a cap n’ gown grad mini session is an important milestone. Mini sessions are usually about 20-30 minutes and can capture just the right amount of photos for you to have to share on social media, with family and as keepsakes.

A Portland hair colorist personal branding session

What are the 5 most important questions to ask any photographer before you book them for your senior photos.

I knew this vet branding session was going to be amazing because it combined my love of animals and branding photography into one

Tattoo artist personal branding session.

I’ve just added complimentary professional hair and makeup to some of my sessions experiences. Read on to find out why getting pro hair & makeup is a great choice!

If you dream of having your Senior photos taken in a flower field, I can make that happen for you! It just takes a little bit of planning which I can help you with.