How do you get a truly great profile pic? Options.
When you get something you're happy with it can be tempting to stop. My advice: push through. Who cares if you make more? They're all digital; the only cost is time. In my sessions, we might shoot 400 or more. (Which is why I developed systems to sort them.)
Whether it's for Hinge, Tinder, LinkedIn, or your company's About page, the difference between a good profile photo and a great one is options. I shoot a lot of Bay Area professionals and creatives out of my Oakland studio, and the ones who nail it are the ones who stay loose and let the session breathe.
Natalie had great presence but her mouth position made her look unsure. Her eyes were perfect, so we added a hint of smile.
If you think you're done, try one more round. You might find gold at the bottom.
