If you’ve ever felt nervous about being in front of the camera, you’re not alone… These are comments I hear all the time in the lead up to a Brand Shoot:
- “I hate having my photo taken.”
- “I don’t like a camera pointing at me – makes me nervous.”
- “I’m not photogenic.”
- “What if the photos don’t feel like me?”
- “I know I need photos but this is so out of my comfort zone.”
The truth is, nearly every client I work with starts out feeling exactly the same way: Nervous. And that’s completely normal. But what happens once we get started is often very different from what people expect.
“I was initially quite nervous about being in front of the camera… But working with Anja was an absolute pleasure, and the results far exceeded my expectations. The photos are natural, polished, and perfectly on-brand.”
“Like most people, I don’t like having my photo taken, however, Anja managed to capture the essence of me and I now have some beautiful professional images to use across different media.”
“I never feel comfortable in front of a camera… Anja made me feel super comfortable throughout the whole process and I really like the pictures she took!”
“As a woman of colour, I am always concerned about how well I’ll be lit. Anja put those fears to rest almost immediately. Her entire process is smooth and stress free. I felt very seen and heard.”
“The session itself was surprisingly fun. Anja took control of the whole thing, leaving me to relax in the moment, and the photos definitely reflect that.”
And here’s what that transformation actually looks like in real life – clients who start out nervous, unsure, or even a little dreading the camera, and end up with images they love:
What you’ll notice is a pattern: even clients who are anxious, self-conscious, or unsure about the process end up with images they love – images that truly represent them and their brand.
Here’s how we get there:
1. Making you feel at ease
Let’s be honest – most people don’t feel at home in front of a camera, and that’s completely normal. One thing clients often comment on is how smooth and easy the process feels from the very start. I’ll send little messages ahead of your shoot to calm your nerves, answer any last-minute questions, and remind you I’ve got everything covered.
On the day, it’s all about creating a relaxed, fun vibe where you can forget the camera is even there and just be yourself. No stiff posing, no pressure – just photos that feel like you.
2. Bringing your brand to life
This isn’t just about taking nice pictures – it’s about making your brand shine. After you book, you’ll get a little questionnaire (think of it as fun homework) to help us figure out what you really need, what your brand looks and feels like, and how the images can support your business.
And it doesn’t stop there – after the shoot, I give you a guide to help you use your new photos in all the right ways, so they don’t just sit on your computer collecting dust. Your new images should be fun, useful, and a total confidence boost every time you share them.
3. Professionalism with flexibility
Being flexible isn’t just about rescheduling if it rains (though I’ve got that covered too). It’s about listening to you from start to finish. I’ll offer suggestions for locations, poses, and ideas, but the shoot is guided by your vision, your brand, and what your business needs. Clients often tell me it feels effortless and smooth, while still leaving them with professional, polished images that actually feel like them.
4. Results you can be proud of
By the end of their session, my clients walk away with photos that surprise them. Natural, flattering, and uniquely theirs — photos they’re excited to share and use to elevate their business.
“Oh my god!!! The photos are amazing!!!! I can’t even put into words how amazing they are! Social media is going to be full of your photos!”
If this resonates with you and you’ve been hesitating to invest in professional branding images, know that your fears are normal – but the outcome can be transformative.
Your brand deserves photos that feel like you. Let’s make it happen.
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