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I hope that these posts will be a source not only of inspiration but also information as you plan for your own photo shoot or event!
Benefits of Having a Professional Photographer at your Nonprofit Fundraising Event - Orlando Event Photographer
If you are a nonprofit in the Orlando area and you have an event coming up, please get in touch! Professional photography is a great tool to continue your mission after the event - your participants are excited to share their photos in their own network, it provides you with documentation of the event as well as content about it, plus it’s excellent for marketing the event next year!
Ways to Use your Brand Photos Effectively to Market Your Business | Orlando Brand Photographer
I know that brand photography sessions can be EXTREMELY helpful to my business clients but I also know it can feel overwhelming once all of the images are delivered. I’m here to help you! During our planning session we’ll plot out where and how you’ll use your images and I’m always here to assist if you ever need help implementing things. Let’s chat about getting your Orlando brand photography session scheduled soon!
Elevate Your Professional Presence with Stunning Headshots by Dawn Aiello Photography
Location Suggestions for Outdoor Environmental Headshots in the Orlando Area - Orlando Headshot Photographer
My first recommendation for headshots is to do them indoors. Orlando can be really challenging most times of the year whether it’s due to the heat or the mosquitos or the rain, but when all of these conditions are just right, I love these locations for outdoor headshots and environmental portraits.
How to Choose an Outfit for your Headshot Session - Orlando Headshot Photographer
The most common question I get from my headshot clients is “What do you think I should wear?” So I thought I’d walk you through some questions you could ask yourself to help you pick out the perfect outfit for your Orlando headshot photo session!
Mother's Day and Father's Day Orlando Portrait Session Gift Certificates Available Now!
Mother's Day and Father's Day are just around the corner. Give your favorite mom or dad the gift of photos! Gift certificates are available now for portrait sessions in the Central Florida area.
Holiday Family Photo Session at Mead Gardens in Winter Park, Florida
I had the chance to work with Jeannine and her family for their holiday photos this year. Her family has only been in Florida for a few years so I also got to introduce them to Mead Gardens. Mead Gardens is a beautiful park in Winter Park, Florida. I love the combination of Spanish moss and palms! It definitely makes for a look that’s pretty unique to Florida.
In-home Studio Headshot Session for USOA Ms. Florida in Orlando, Florida
I am really excited to announce that I am one of the sponsors for this year’s Ms. Florida competing in the United States of America pageant! Brittany is absolutely amazing and we had such a great time.
Behind-the-scenes on a Headshot Session - Orlando Headshot Photographer
I offer two types of headshots for clients in the Orlando, FL, area. We can either do more of an environmental headshot (inside or outside) or we can do headshots in front of a backdrop. I currently offer white, gray or black backgrounds. I don’t have my own studio so I bring the studio to you! It is difficult to explain to folks exactly what the setup is like, so I thought it would be helpful to bring you along with me on my headshot session from this morning. Check out the video below to see what my headshot setup looks like!
This particular example is from a small business in Maitland with several employees that needed headshots. I also offer this service to individuals and small groups as well as larger corporate clients with 50+ employees!
Headshot Styling Tips from Professional Image Consultant Bette Hillman
Hair & Makeup Tips for Weddings & Special Events! Interview with Stacie Otto, Professional Hair & Makeup Artist
I spoke with Stacie Otto, an amazing hair and makeup artist based in Orlando, Florida. We talked all about why hiring a professional hair and makeup artist for your wedding or special event is so important, tips for dealing with Florida humidity and all of Stacie’s favorite products!
Brand Photography Tips from a Client - Interview with Talya Kosstrin of Progressive Trans4mation
I spoke with Talya Kosstrin, from Progressive Trans4mation, who is a brand photography client of mine. She shares why it was important to her to do a brand photo shoot, how she’s using the photos now and what she’ll change before our next session!
Tips for Planning a Bar or Bat Mitzvah! Interview with Julie, Planner with Julbilation, Events by Julie
I interviewed Julie Begani of Julbilation Events by Julie, an event planning company in Orlando, FL, that specializes in Jewish events. We talked all about the Mitzvah planning process. Julie discussed how important it can be to hire a professional planner (who can then lead you to the vendors that she trusts!), ways to still celebrate even during a pandemic and a great tip for how to begin the planning process altogether.
Skincare & Makeup Tips for Headshots & Brand Photos - Interview with Ashley, Licensed Esthetician & Makeup Artist with Marin Makeup
I interviewed Ashley Marin, a licensed esthetician and makeup artist with Marin Makeup based in Orlando, FL, to talk about skincare and makeup tips for headshots and brand photo shoots. She shared why she thinks hiring a professional makeup artist for photo shoots is so important, how skin care can impact your makeup, tips for doing makeup on your own and even how to help your makeup survive in our Florida humidity!
Tips for Planning your Wedding! Interview with Jessica and Nadine, Wedding Planners with Les Petit Details, LLC
I interviewed Jessica and Nadine from Les Petit Details LLC, a wedding planning company based in Orlando, FL, to talk all about the wedding planning process. They explained why having a wedding planner is so important, how they help their couples through difficult components of wedding planning and offer a few quick tips if you're currently going through the wedding planning process! I’ve summarized some of our discussion but you can check out the full video interview below! You can check them out on Instagram @les_petits_details_llc
Tips for Using Social Media for your Business - Interview with Nicole from Ngage Digital Marketing
I had the pleasure this week of interviewing Nicole Ryals of Ngage Digital Marketing. She specializes in social media marketing so I asked her a few questions that I thought I could benefit my brand photography clients. I’ve summarized some of her responses for you but you can also check out the entire video interview below. Enjoy!
Beautiful Family Photos at Isleworth Country Club in Windemere
I was so happy to meet this sweet family at the Isleworth Country Club in Windemere to create these absolutely GORGEOUS family photos!
Happy Mother’s Day 2020
I wanted to put together this video for all of the amazing moms I’ve photographed this past year. You are all so special and deserve a wonderful day!
Temple Photos at Maitland’s Congregation Ohev Shalom
Andrew’s Bar Mitzvah ceremony and party were supposed to be at the end of March. The Orange County Mayor enacted a stay-at-home-order just two days before the big event, so we regrettably had to postpone photos at the temple, Congregation Ohev Shalom, until it was safer to do so.
Limited Time Offer: Branding Mini Sessions!
So many of us have moved our businesses online to accommodate stay-at-home orders and social distancing. But that means photos and videos are more important than ever to help you connect with your customers.