“I was definitely a little nervous going into my headshot session — but I felt comfortable the whole way through.”

I hear some version of this from so many headshot clients, especially when it’s their first time in front of a professional camera.

Isabelle’s 20-minute Essential Headshot Session is a great example of how professional headshots don’t have to feel intimidating, awkward, or overly formal to work really well.

Meet Isabelle

Isabelle is a first-year university student at Wilfrid Laurier University and the founder of Revuelta Marketing, a digital marketing agency helping brands scale through paid ads on Meta and Google.

Photographing someone who is juggling full-time university while running a growing business is seriously impressive. If I’m being honest, Isabelle reminded me a lot of myself in those early years — balancing a full-time corporate job while building my photography business on the side. I remember that constant mix of excitement, exhaustion, and determination.

Isabelle has that same drive. She’s thoughtful, incredibly intentional, and clear about where she wants to go. While school is part of her journey right now, her business is clearly where she lights up. It gives her confidence, momentum, and a real sense of purpose.

She came into her session wanting headshots that felt confident, polished, and approachable — while still feeling like herself.

A Short Session (That Still Feels Thoughtful)

Essential Headshot Sessions are designed for professionals, students, and business owners who want updated headshots without blocking off half a day.

In just 20 minutes, we focused on:

• Clean, natural expressions
• Relaxed, guided posing
• Those little tweaks — hands, posture, hair — that make a big difference

“I really appreciated how Kendra paid attention to details like my hair and hand placement,” Isabelle shared. “It made me feel confident that the photos would turn out great.”

That attention to detail, paired with calm direction, helps clients settle in quickly — even if they start out feeling a bit nervous.

Feeling Comfortable in Front of the Camera

Like a lot of clients, Isabelle came in feeling unsure about what to expect.

“I’d never had professional photos taken before, so I was definitely nervous,” she said. “But Kendra was so welcoming and made sure I felt comfortable the entire time.”

That comfort doesn’t happen by accident.

Headshot sessions with me aren’t about stiff poses or forced smiles. They’re about gentle direction, easy conversation, and creating space to breathe — even in a short session.

“Kendra helped me feel like a boss,” Isabelle added. “She demonstrated poses herself, asked for my input, and never made the session feel rushed.”

Exactly how I want every client to feel.

Headshots That Actually Get Used

Isabelle booked her session with a clear plan.

“I’ll be using my new headshots on both my LinkedIn profile and my website.”

And that’s the goal.

Professional headshots should work for you — helping you show up confidently on LinkedIn, your website, and anywhere else your face represents your brand.

Choosing the Right Headshot Session

This session is a great reminder that even a short headshot session can have a big impact.

In just 20 minutes, Isabelle walked away with professional headshots that feel natural, current, and aligned with who she is right now.

Some clients love the simplicity of an Essential Headshot Session. Others prefer more time, multiple looks, and a deeper experience — which is where my Signature Headshot Session comes in.

Either way, my focus is always the same: helping you feel comfortable, confident, and like yourself.

Thinking About Updating Your Headshots?

If you’re looking for a professional headshot photographer in Kitchener-Waterloo or Cambridge and want images that feel natural, confident, and like you, I’d love to help.

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