Chicago Personal Branding Photography
Transform your personal brand with photos that inspire and connect
THE PERSON BEHIND THE BRAND
In today's digital world, potential clients form an opinion of you and your business based on the visuals they encounter. Is the image you're projecting INTENTIONAL, CLEAR, AND IMPACTFUL?
Personal Branding Photography is your chance to take control of the narrative. Let's capture a visual identity that reflects your personality, values, expertise, and unique story. Of course the way to do that is to showcase YOU.
Whether you're an entrepreneur building your brand, or a professional seeking to elevate your online presence, your well-defined personal brand must stand out.
Not everyone needs 90 new images every quarter. That's why DWP offers you options!
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Classic Headshots: A polished and professional headshot is essential for any website or social media profile.
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Comprehensive Branding Sessions: Take a deeper dive with planned sessions to create a library of fresh, high-quality images for your website, social media, and marketing materials.
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Studio or Location Shoots: Choose the setting that best represents your brand, whether it's our professional studio or a location that reflects your work or personality.
Whatever your goals, Deb Wesley Photography can help you shine online!
BRAND SESSIONS IN THE STUDIO
A PERSONAL BRANDING photo session includes plenty of variety in posing- including full and half body in addition to the headshot.
Do you dislike yourself in photos? You're not alone! It's my primary job to completely guide you through --and change that perception for good!
Your session includes a pre-session planning discussion with advice and resources to prepare for a great outcome (photos you love!).
You'll begin with hair and make up artistry with my vetted stylist/artist. We'll have time for you to change clothes (up to 4 outfits), AND more importantly, to relax enough to be yourself on camera! You can add a second background/set for even more variety.
You'll get images that look different and can be used in more ways. It's a great way to show more personality and start to build your personal brand.
Our Chicago-area personal brand studio photography option is located in west-suburban Downers Grove.
BRAND SESSIONS ON LOCATION
This session is like the studio personal branding photography portrait, but adds the element of environment.
I travel to your designated location in the Chicago area, and capture you there.
It might be an office, your shop, a rented location, etc. It could be outdoors.
During our consultation, we figure that out.
I can offer ideas that you may not have thought of once I get to know your goals for the session, and more about what you want your photos to say.
Like the studio branding session, this one allows plenty of time to change clothes and create a variety of looks using posing and props.
You are still the main focus, but with the added touch of an environment that supports the aesthetic for your brand.
HEADSHOT MINI SESSIONS
According to Forbes; "The research shows that you make your decision to trust someone within 100 milliseconds of seeing their face."
It would follow that you should be sure it's the best it can be!
Don't cut corners by using a substandard image (like a cell phone photo) to make that once-and-done impression.
A headshot mini is a shorter version of the full personal branding session...when you want to show your professionalism, but don't need a full hour and lots of variety in poses and looks.
The package includes 20 minutes in front of the camera in the studio, immediate selection of your favorites, and your selection of 2 retouched images (add more if you like).
It's actually painless--so I've been told by my reluctant clients who have been coming in for their headshots.
Offered on select dates in our studio for the special rate of $349
STORY BRAND SESSIONS
Need to build trust online? Need to include other people and locations to tell your story?
"Story Brand" Sessions can be a powerful tool to help you do it.
It's about you...but each shoot is based on intentional stories (personal or professional) that you want your audience to know about you. This create connection and reveals the things that are important to your clients and potential customers.
Your personal brand stories build trust--and ultimately help you make more money in your business.
Imagine you have a folder filled with curated images that are perfect for your needs and always at your fingertips!
Instead of worrying about taking pictures, spend your time growing your business, knowing you have content ready to go!
Subscription plans for recurring needs are available.
STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL PERSONAL BRANDING PHOTO SESSION
CORPORATE & SMALL BUSINESS BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY
Does your company need fresh images for the website? Perhaps you'd like a more consistent look for your associate directory and profiles. For business photography needs at your location, Deb Wesley Photo can bring the studio to your location.
- Associate and leadership headshots
- Groups (ie; work teams, leadership)
- Lifestyle and working photos
- Hair/Make-up artist can be added
Instead of relying on generic stock photos, elevate your marketing with authentic professional photography of YOUR people.
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I've photographed Chicago area authors, CEO’s, attorneys, bankers, realtors, ministers, actors, technology professionals, doctors, business owners..and more. You'll find my name in Verge Magazine's TOP 18 Headshot Photographers.
Headshots and Personal Branding Photography Portfolio
Story Brand Sessions Portfolio
Corporate and Small Business Portfolio
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Not only did Deb take fantastic images of me, she also helped me to create a clear vision of what I needed. The end result is a portfolio of many images I am sure I will use for several years to come I submitted two photos Deb shot to accompany an article I wrote for publication and the publisher was so impressed with Deb's images, she put one on the cover of the magazine. --J Pate (yoga business)
Deb did headshots for me and my business partner. The photos turned out great! Deb was fun to work with and had lots of ideas to capture the look and feel of the photos we were trying to get. --S Szewczyk (Strong Selfies)
We hired Deb Wesley photography to get updated headshots and a group photo of the partners of our consulting firm. We were being featured in a business magazine for our recent growth and success Deb did a fantastic job and we are very happy with the photos! She made our team feel comfortable during the shoot, was very professional, and provided many options to choose from. We highly recommend Deb fand plan to use her again in the future! --C Gatowska (Maven Wave Partners)
A few of our Corporate Photography Clients
