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May 30, 2026

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Personal branding portrait of Candace Bates in Cincinnati Ohio wearing a black hat and denim top while standing outdoors in an urban setting.

If you have ever looked at a photographer’s rates and wondered why one headshot session costs a few hundred dollars and another costs much more, you are asking the right question. Individual headshot session pricing is not just about the time spent taking photos. It reflects the level of guidance, customization, retouching, image usage, and […]

May 28, 2026

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Executive team portrait of wealth management firm in Cincinnati Ohio with financial advisors in a modern corporate environment

A company website with outdated, mismatched staff photos sends a message long before anyone reads a single word. If your attorneys, physicians, executives, or client-facing team members look inconsistent from page to page, people notice. Corporate team headshots are not just a visual upgrade. They shape first impressions, support recruiting, and help your business look […]

May 27, 2026

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Personal branding photo of writer and speaker Paulette Jones in Cincinnati, Ohio, smiling while working on a laptop at a modern workspace with greenery and a bright studio setting.

Some photo sessions move quickly, and that’s ok because some need to. Others unfold more like a collaboration. Working with Paulette Jones on her recent personal branding photography session felt very much like the latter. From our earliest conversations, it was clear that Paulette had spent a tremendous amount of time thinking about not only […]

May 20, 2026

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Personal branding portrait of executive coach Shelly Wight in Cincinnati Ohio wearing a light blue sweater against a white brick wall

When people search for a personal branding photographer in Cincinnati, what they are really looking for is not just good lighting or clean headshots. Although that stuff is important, thet’re really looking for someone who can help them translate who they are into something visual. That was exactly the case with Shelly Wight. Shelly came […]

April 7, 2026

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Professional branding portrait of female business professional in Cincinnati Ohio wearing a green dress in a bright modern interior

When Sheila Eason reached out for a personal branding photography session, I was already familiar with her work. She’s a powerhouse in the HR and leadership development world, and when she said she was coming all the way from Toledo to Cincinnati just to work with me after seeing portraits I’d done for past clients, […]

February 5, 2026

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When Elisha Hill first reached out to us about a personal branding session, she was thoughtful, reflective, and still considering whether this kind of investment made sense for her. Like many of our clients, she was entering a season of transition — one marked by professional growth, personal clarity, and a deep desire to show […]

December 15, 2025

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Katie Stuart standing confidently in white suit against neutral backdrop

Some stories are so powerful, they practically write themselves.Katie Stuart’s is one of them. I first met Katie years ago when we worked together at LPK, and when she reached out to be part of my 40 Over 40 Portrait Project, I was genuinely thrilled. Not just because she’s an incredibly sharp and seasoned HR […]

November 28, 2025

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Headshot of Susan Colby wearing gold blouse in Cincinnati portrait studio

When I talk about the kind of women who walk into our portrait studio, I’m often struck by how much strength, grace, and real-life power they bring with them. And Susan Colby? She brought all that—and more. Susan came into the studio during one of our Headshot Mini Marathon sessions here in Cincinnati, and I […]

June 10, 2025

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Cincinnati professional branding portrait of a confident woman with long brown hair leaning on a marble bar, smiling warmly while holding a bourbon tasting glass. Photographed at New Riff Distilling by Janel Lee Photography, with a blurred background of premium bourbon bottles creating a polished and approachable atmosphere for corporate and personal branding sessions.

What does it mean to be seen in midlife, not just for your roles or your résumé, but for who you are now? For Rawnica Dillingham, stepping in front of the camera wasn’t easy. As Chief Sales Officer at New Riff Distilling, she’s used to commanding rooms, managing strategy, and leading expansion efforts around the […]

April 9, 2025

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Natural light branding portrait of a smiling blonde woman in a black top and cardigan, seated casually on a grey sofa near a bright window. Captured at Janel Lee Photography in Cincinnati, Ohio for the 40 Over 40 portrait experience.

When a woman steps into her power, it shows. Jodi Brandstetter is a perfect example of that. One of the earliest participants in our 40 Over 40 Portrait Project, Jodi recognized the importance of elevating women in this powerful stage of life. From the very beginning, she supported our vision. Over the years, we’ve remained […]

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