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I’m your Rapid City-based headshot photographer, and I can’t wait to share my favorite tips for helping you look your best! 

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What makes a great professional headshot? Believe it or not, a great headshot isn’t about looking like a model. It’s about looking like the best, most approachable, and most confident version of yourself. Whether your photo appears on LinkedIn, on your company website, in a conference program, or as part of your Google Business Profile, […]

Brand Photography, Headshots

August 16, 2026

What Makes a Professional Headshot? (Hint: It Might Not Be What You Think.)

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Hiring a headshot or personal brand photographer can feel like a big decision — particularly if you’ve had photos taken before that didn’t feel like “you.” The truth is, great photos aren’t just about fancy gear. They come from trust, comfort, and a photographer who knows how to highlight your best features while putting you […]

Brand Photography, Headshots, Your Session

September 12, 2025

6 Tips for Finding a Photographer You Trust

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“I’m just not photogenic.” Or, “I never like the way I look in photos.”I hear this all the time as a Rapid City photographer with clients across South Dakota, Colorado, and beyond. But here’s the truth: it’s not you. It’s the photo. Tip #1: It’s not your fault Phones made everyone a photographer, but not […]

Brand Photography, Headshots, Lifestyle Branding, Your Personal Brand

September 3, 2025

The REAL Reason You’re Not Photogenic

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