From cold to confident: The power of a branding session

Get ready for an incredible branding session at the Gilmour in Baton Rouge, Louisiana with Kristen! This is not your average photo shoot. From the moment Kristen mentioned wanting a two-hour session, I knew it would be something special.

Kristen was understandably nervous about her first real photo shoot since her high school yearbook pictures. She wanted to capture the same beautiful images she had seen on my social media page. I reassured her that she would leave with amazing photos that truly captured her essence.

We kicked off the session by setting up my portable studio for an updated headshot. It's the perfect way to warm up and get comfortable. To set the mood, I played a curated playlist based on Kristen's favorite artist. Trust me, music makes all the difference in creating a great atmosphere for a photo shoot.

Kristen quickly relaxed and it showed in the photos. My assistant Sarah and I captured as many angles of the space as possible. Our teamwork ensures that every shot is beautifully lit and magazine-worthy. We even got creative to make the venue look like it had a full kitchen - a perfect way to showcase Kristen's expertise in closing deals over organic, sulfate-free wine!

These sessions are the reason I'm so passionate about photography. It's not just about snapping pretty pictures of properties. It's about using the right poses, composition, lighting, and lenses to create a visual story that truly reflects the client's vision. It's an art form that I am constantly honing and refining, and I am grateful for clients like Kristen who appreciate and support my work.

Thank you all who are reading this! I couldn’t do what I do without you!

-Jonathan