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You are here: Home / branding / Should Your Office Headshots Be Retouched?

Should Your Office Headshots Be Retouched?

Filed Under: branding

Sydney businesses are upgrading their websites and internal systems with professionally taken headshots. Given the value of a professional brand, and increased staff morale, it’s a no brainer. Sydney headshot photographers work in many ways and sometimes it’s hard to know what you should get. A confusing option for clients is whether to have retouching.

While we generally quote inclusive of retouching, many Sydney corporate and commercial photographers will put retouching as an extra addon, in order to reduce the initial fee quoted to you.

In the face of seeing a photographer’s portfolio online (which will be retouched), you may think that an unedited professional photo is good enough. However we believe that light retouching reaps huge rewards for your headshot.

There are differences in the way people perceive a 3 dimensional person and a 2D photo on a screen. Because of this, a professional camera will capture details in a photo that you wouldn’t normally notice in real life. That is where fine retouching comes in. The aim is not to give you a plastic doll look, but to enhance your features in a natural way. What we do depends on your target market, and the perception we wish to convey.

Real Estate example

This is a real estate agent. The messages to convey were professionalism, friendliness and approachability, and competence. We also altered the background to fit their website. Use the slider to compare the before and after images.

Professional female headshot sample before edits with stray hair, blemishes on skinProfessional female headshot sample after edits

Scientific Research example

This is a professional scientific research role. The messages to convey were confidence, technical competence, and attention to detail. Use the slider to compare the before and after images.

Professional male headshot sample before edits with stray hair, blemishes on skin, reflection in glassesProfessional male headshot sample after edits

Conclusion

When your clients visit your website, they are probably also visiting your competitors’ websites. When they look at your staff profiles, that is when they are very close to a buying decision. At this time, a retouched vs non-retouched business headshot will subliminally affect the client’s perception of your brand. At this critical time having a quality headshot will greatly help your sales process.

Valent Lau Photography provides Corporate Headshot Photography at your business location or in our Coogee studio. Contact us now and let us help you make your best first impression.

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Zoe Wang
Headshots, Allawah

I wanted to take some photos which are in different style and can express different sides of my personality. I felt relaxed and at ease during the shoot. The photographer let me strike pose myself, not tell me to do typical studio pose. He also showed me how to pose when I needed help. I like this working way very much.

I am very happy about the photos because I see different me in these photos and all my friends said I do look great in the photos. I would like to recommend this studio to my friends because the photographers’ skill and their working way.

 
Yasmine Amani
Headshots, San Souci

Valent is an expert in photography and takes great care to make sure you have the result you want. He takes the time to understand your personality and what you’re trying to achieve & has a real eye for detail – the whole experience was easy & enjoyable.
I booked Valent for some corporate headshots and am really pleased with the results (and I usually dislike having photos taken)

 
Tobi Layade
Headshots, Sydney

Awesome session, very responsive before and after the appointment and most of all, pictures came out great! Would absolutely recommend! 👏🏾👏🏾

 
Ben Feldman
Headshots, Maroubra

I loved how professional the space was. Valent made it quick and easy to find poses etc to create some great photos. Thank you so much

 
Alex Woo
Headshots, Maroubra

Hi Valent,

Received the pics and they are excellent. Thank you very much!

 

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