Calgary headshot photography
Whether you love having your picture taken or would rather be doing literally anything else, you'll leave with a headshot you love. I'll walk you through every step so it's quick, relaxed and friction free.
Calgary's headshot specialist
Your headshot shows up everywhere: LinkedIn, your company website, conference programs, email signatures, business cards. It's often the first impression a client, recruiter or casting director gets of you.
Have you ever felt awkward in front of a camera? Almost everyone does. The right photographer makes all the difference. I give strong, expert direction in a relaxed setting, and I'll coach you toward the most flattering headshot possible, whether it's for LinkedIn, your website, staff headshots, acting or even dating apps.
Sessions happen in my private studio in Sunalta, just outside downtown, or I can come to you. On location sessions start at $299.
Studio session · $199
We discuss where the headshot will be used and the look you want before making any headshots.
Bring options. We test them on camera and keep what works.
I shoot tethered, so you see and approve the shots during the session.
One finished, tastefully retouched headshot included. Natural, never plastic or over processed.
All the file types you need, cropped several ways for versatility.
Often sooner. Additional headshots are $95 each.
How it works
Book a studio session online, or call, text or email me to talk about your needs. As soon as you're confirmed I'll send you a short guide on how to prepare.
I follow up the same day you reach out. If your company or casting agency has requirements, or you have a look you want to achieve, this is where we nail it down.
In my studio or at your office, I keep it relaxed and give you clear, specific direction. I shoot tethered to a laptop, so you see every frame as we go.
We review the images together at the end of the session and pick the ones you want. I accept credit or debit cards, or we can make arrangements for cheque, eTransfer or EFT if that's better for your business.
I retouch every image you purchase and deliver web ready and high resolution versions, in a range of crops, within two business days. Often sooner.
Two styles
Classic headshots are perfect for corporate use and LinkedIn. Creative portraits give a vibe to your organization, and suit actors, authors and anyone whose photo needs to say something about them.
Headshots by profession
One consistent look for your whole team, photographed at your office.
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A gallery of looks you can confidently submit for agents and casting.
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Your face is on lawn signs, listing pages and business cards, so it should look friendly, sharp and current. That's what I shoot.
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Clients choose a lawyer they feel confident in. Your headshot should read as capable and approachable at a glance, and match the rest of your firm.
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Patients want a provider who looks kind and competent. Residency committees want someone who looks ready. A great headshot does both.
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Recruiters and clients scroll fast. A sharp, friendly headshot stops the scroll and makes your profile feel credible. Here's how we get you one.
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I appreciated the diversity of skin colour represented on Dan's website and how amazing everyone looked. Being black, I wanted someone who understood lighting for my skin tone. Dan was personable and knowledgeable, he shared tricks with me to help me pose better. The best pictures I've ever had taken.
As a professional actor who has worked with many photographers, my session with Dan has been the best experience of my career. Finally, I have a gallery of headshots I feel confident submitting for agents and casting.
Getting your picture taken can feel kind of awkward but Dan made the whole process fun, comfortable and engaging. He provided us with many choices (poses, crops, lighting). We are very happy with how the photos turned out!
FAQ
A studio session with me is $199. That includes a pre session consultation, as many outfits as you like, reviewing the images together, and one fully retouched headshot in web ready and high resolution versions with multiple crops. Additional selections are $95 each. On location sessions start at $299. GST is added to all prices.
Yes, many people who book with me feel the same way at first. I give you specific, simple direction the whole way through, and because I shoot tethered to a laptop you can see what's working in real time. Nobody leaves without a headshot they like.
Retouched headshots are delivered within two business days, often sooner. Event photos are delivered in 24 to 72 hours depending on how much coverage you booked, and I can turn around a few images the same day, or even during the event, for your socials.
Bring a few options. There's no limit on outfits in a studio session, so we can try more than one look. Solid colours that suit your skin tone work best, along with clothes that fit well through the shoulders. Skip busy patterns and big logos. Everyone who books gets my prep guide with more tips.
Absolutely. I bring a portable studio to your location and work through your team efficiently, with minimal disruption to your day. When you hire someone new, they can drop by my studio for a headshot that matches the rest of the team.
I'm in The Bows studios at 2001b 10 Ave SW, in Sunalta just outside downtown Calgary. I'm in the studio by appointment only, so please book online or get in touch first.
Studio sessions are $199 and your retouched headshot arrives within two business days. Book online in a minute, or call or text me with questions.
