Crafting Brand Identity: Sierra Foothills Winery Photographer

By |February 26th, 2024|Commercial Photography, Tips for Creatives, Wine|

California winemaking is a fiercely competitive market, and while wineries in the Sierra Foothills aren't exactly trying to compete with Napa and Sonoma by any means, they also understand the importance of establishing a distinctive brand identity to thrive in the tourism market.  This identity is going to reflect my backyard: the region's unique characteristics, values, and personality, which are infinitely more relaxed than the hustle and bustle of California's larger cities. Crafting a compelling brand identity is essential for fostering consumer trust, loyalty, and recognition. I was recently hired as a Sierra Foothills winery photographer to help position the wineries of El Dorado County as a sought-after destination.

Reno Commercial Photographer | We are MidTown Project

By |May 22nd, 2023|Commercial Photography|

MidTown Reno is a membership-based organization that promotes the cultural diverseness of this artistic district while aiming to keep its neighborhood feel and local vibe. The organization had an idea up its sleeve and wanted to create a short marketing video that highlighted the diversity of the people that live and work in the district itself.  Videos have become one of the most powerful and effective ways to connect with potential customers and promote your small business, and while they can provide numerous benefits, including increased brand awareness, engagement, and sales, they can also be very costly. The brains behind the marketing over at MidTown District came up with a solution to their problem - they decided to utilize high-quality still photos as the foundation of their video content. Cue ME.

Bay Area Lifestyle Photographer | June Care Co

By |July 11th, 2022|Commercial Photography, Marketing, Photography|

June Care Co's team was seeking a Bay Area lifestyle photographer that was "good with kids" for a half day Los Gatos lifestyle photography session that involved 20-25 kids and host moms.  June Care Co needed brand lifestyle photography that they could use across all content streams to show off what they do, how they do it, and why it's special.  Cue ME. This was an incredibly challenging, yet rewarding commercial job that I am proud to be a part of.

Austin Lifestyle Brand Photography | Arts & Rec

By |July 4th, 2022|Commercial Photography, Marketing, Photography, texas|

Arts and Recreation is an Austin based full service graphic design studio.  While they service many local Austin brands that you may know and love, like Fresa's, Stubb's and Launderette, they were recently hired by Central Texas based snack company Good Call Foods to design and create their branding, packaging and merchandise.  As a design firm, Arts & Rec understands the value of dynamic Austin lifestyle brand images.  By telling your brand story in a complete and cohesive way, you are creating a unique and powerful impact that drives more sales.  Not convinced? Check out their images and story to be swayed.

Austin Branding Photography | Seattle Gummy Co

By |June 13th, 2022|Commercial Photography, Marketing, Photography, texas|

Branding and lifestyle photography is incredibly important in today’s incredibly competitive market. Stock photos no longer cut it, y’all. I was recently hired by Seattle Gummy Company, in conjunction with Austin-based marketing agency TBD Media, to capture Austin branding photography and lifestyle images that would help them cohesively tell their brand story through their social media channels.

Midtown Reno First Thursdays | Commercial Photography

By |November 15th, 2021|Commercial Photography|

I was really excited to partner with MidTown District of Reno to help create some advertising images for their brand new Midtown Reno First Thursdays. Midtown Reno First Thursdays is a way for the Midtown District to highlight all the fun MidTown retailers, services, bars and restaurants that make MidTown Reno so fantastic! On any given First Thursdays, you can catch a Pineapple Pedicab and get peddled around to all your favorite Reno haunts. I love Reno and I especially love MidTown Reno!

Branding Photography | Susan Hyatt and Friends

By |September 6th, 2021|Commercial Photography|

A branding photography session from the woods of Lake Tahoe that almost wasn't and lessons learned that sometimes the very jobs you are trying not to take are the ones that are actually the best fit. Otherwise titled, "You are the Most." Specifically, a reminder that you shouldn't be afraid to be yourself but also that you should be generous with your assumptions: something I often try to embody but sometimes forget.

How to prepare for your branding and headshot sessions

By |March 22nd, 2021|Commercial Photography|

Whether you’re needing a new LinkedIn headshot or an entire suite of branded photos for your company site (or even a publication feature!), these tips will help you nail the vibe you’re going for. If you're wondering how to prepare for your headshot sessions, the most important piece of advice I give for professional business portraits comes down to one main thing: don’t wait until the last minute to prepare for your session! Give yourself time to find a couple outfits that you not only look good on you, but that feel good, too.

Austin Headshot Photographer | Matt + Melissa

By |March 15th, 2021|Commercial Photography|

I've been extolling the benefits of revamping your headshots on my blog and instagram for quite some time but thankfully, Matt and Melissa already know the value of a quality headshot. It's important to infuse a bit of your personality into your headshot and this is where an environmental portrait comes in.  Your professional headshots in Austin, TX can involve the neighborhoods and backdrops that you do business in or identify with the most.  If you're interested in a Austin headshot photographer, you can see more of their Austin headshot session here.

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