5 Tips for Preparing for Your Headshot Session
Some people are seasoned at being photographed. For others it is their first experience. Find out what you need to know before the shoot.
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Feb 46 min read
Home Photo Studio: Garage Renovation
Check out how I converted my garage into a beautiful, working photo studio.
Jan 302 min read
The ABC’s of Headshots – Part 1
Your headshot is your calling card. It's the first step in marketing you. Whether for biz, theatre auditions, or the like–follow these tips.
Jan 133 min read
Why Your Headshot Deserves an Expert's Touch: The Power of a Pro Photographer
In today's digital age, we are constantly bombarded with images. From social media to websites, visuals play a crucial role in shaping...
Jul 21, 20232 min read
Why the 40 Over 40 Portrait Experience Empowers Women
I, like all women over 40 or 50+, tend to be very hard on myself about how I look. That’s when I have to stop myself and stop the self-hate
Dec 18, 20226 min read
Preparing for Your Photoshoot: The Ultimate Checklist
The ulimate guide to get you ready to rock your photo session!
Dec 8, 20225 min read
Client Story: Kimberly Blake
I was thrilled when Jana asked me to write about my experience at her studio because it was truly life-changing for me.
Dec 4, 20222 min read
Client Review: Daria
Read Daria's review of the session she booked for her 55th birthday!
Dec 4, 20224 min read
Why Over 40 Portrait Photography?
I love getting to the essence of a subject – revealing its true nature. That has been an ongoing theme in my photographic work for over...
Dec 3, 20225 min read
Busting Excuses
Why You Deserve a Portrait Experience - let's bust those excuses you keep giving yourself to put off an empowering session.
Dec 1, 20225 min read
Top 12 FAQs About the Over 40 Portrait Experience
The thought of an upcoming photo session can bring up a ton of questions. Here's 12 FAQs for planning a shoot at the studio.
Nov 10, 20203 min read
Why "The 50 Over 50 Project" is the Hottest Ticket at Marcus' Photo Studio
About a year ago, a photographer pal of mine told me about a movement that was happening across the country - photographing women over 40.
Apr 28, 20204 min read
Meet Hair & Makeup Artist Katie Pheneger!
Meet makeup artist Katie Pheneger. Find out why she loves what she does and how she makes magic happen before a photo shoot at our studio!
Jul 20, 20191 min read
Retouching Magic with Frequency Separation
If you shoot lots of portraits, one of your most important post-production tools is producing a flawless image for your clients.
Jul 17, 20194 min read
Why Good Photography is Important for a Theatre Company
Ask yourself this: Is the quality of a theatre publicity image representative of the quality of a production? The answer is probably No.
May 14, 20191 min read
Tips for Photographing on a Green Screen!
For a green screen to be successful it MUST be evenly lit, without creating too much light flair on the subject. Learn more here.
Jan 11, 20195 min read
5 Steps to Good Publicity Photographs for Musicians
One of the most important considerations at the grass-roots marketing level is good publicity photos. Learn more here.
May 26, 20183 min read
6 Tips for Shooting the Best Runway Photos
It takes skill and practice to shoot good runway photos. Here’s some tips to get you shooting like a pro!
Feb 6, 20182 min read
Shooting the Night Sky
Practice makes perfect when it comes to taking night photography - specifically the night sky. Get fundamental tips here.
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