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But I Hate Getting My Picture Taken

Jul 30 2026 | By: Colleen Neel Photography

Professional Headshots for People Who Dread Them

One of my favorite reviews of all time is from Joseph. He said:

"I'm not the biggest fan of having my picture taken. It's awkward and I don't know what to do with my hands and I blink at all the wrong times and the whole thing fills me with a deep, crushing anxiety. Colleen did a wonderful job coaching me through this harrowing experience and creating a product that I'm proud of."

If you feel like Joseph did, good news! I'm the photographer for you.

The Awkwardness

Preparation and Guidance is the solution

Most of my client hate getting their photo taken. I work with business people after all, not professional models!  I won't leave you hanging on your own. I will show you exactly what to do down to every detail. SO before the shoot:

  • We'll go over your wardrobe together. 
  • Figure what your goals are for your new photos and where they are going to live.
  • When you arrive, you'll get professional makeup done. 
  • During the session, I guide you through everything. Hands, face, feet, chin (the most important!)and always fixing hair!!
  • At your reveal, I help you choose your new headshot branding photos.
  • When you know what to expect and are guided every step, you feel more comfortable and the awkwardness goes away.

 

Reasons You're Waiting 

People tell me all the time they'll take new photos once they lose weight, get botox, find the right outfits, feel more confident, feel  less shy in front of the camera, when their business hits a certain level...

I get it. You want to feel ready. I can help you get there now:

  1.  I know how to pose you to make your body look amazing.
  2.  Professional retouching does what  botox does
  3.  I'll help you figure out the outfits. 
  4.  We'll create powerful photos even if you aren't feeling confident YET.

 Once you see how great your images are, your confidence builds and you will BE confident when after your session and see your photos. 

YOU don't have to love the camera, I'll do all the work. You get to show up and have fun.

There's no perfect time in business, life or confidence level to do this. The time is now.

Cost

Cost is an obstacle and it's certainly valid. 

But I hear from many clients that after they started using their new photos, those photos made a difference in their business. More visibility. On brand inquiries. More confidence showing up online. The investment is worth it!

We also offer payment plans. That works for a lot of my clients. 

And if now isn't the time? I get that too. I'm here whenever you're ready. 

Testimonials

The people who walk in most anxious often leave most amazed.

You need photos to go to work for you, help establish trust with your potential clients and customers.  You NEED them to reflect and illustrate the real you, how you want to be perceived and how you want your business to be seen. 

Two of my clients put it perfectly:

"I was a bit nervous about having a photo shoot done of me, but Colleen made the experience so easy, I'd do it again. We had a wardrobe consult before the shoot so I knew what I'd be wearing. Her talented makeup artist worked her magic. The shoot itself was easy peasy. Highly recommend her!" Lynne

"If you dread having your photos taken (like I do), Colleen is the photographer for you. She is wonderful to work with, and we'd recommend her to anyone. She took professional headshots for my husband and myself.   Her photos make us both look like ourselves...on our very, very best day. We are proud to post her photos on our business website and our socials, which is rare praise coming from us. She is kind, patient, creative, flexible. She never seemed rushed, and her relaxed manner helped us both feel comfortable."

Britt and John

 

That's what I want for all my clients. To walk in nervous and leave proud. To feel taken care of the entire time. To have photos you're genuinely excited to use.

 

I would, as always, love to take your headshots, branding photos or your whole teams' headshots.

A good professional headshot isn't an accident. It's the result of lighting expertise, genuine direction, variety in what you capture, and brand alignment.

If you're ready to get headshots that actually work for you, I'm here to help.

I'm located in Nashville, TN. 

Fill out the contact me form, call or email!  I would be honored to be your photographer. 

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