GiselleB Blog
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Patterns - love them or hate them?
June 8, 2023
I often wear patterns - a stripy top, a flowery dress, even a few polka dots now
and again, but when it comes to a corporate headshot you may wish to avoid them. And here’s why
💐 A corporate headshot or profile image is about you and your face. We…
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Where do I start with Business Photography?
May 28, 2023
If you’re thinking about your social media, website and marketing strategy
you’ll likely need some business photography or personal branding images. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, launching a new company or running any type of business you’ll need good imagery to help elevate your brand, but where to start
Storytelling, that’s…
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What to wear to a business photoshoot?
May 11, 2023
What to wear for a business photoshoot? 👗 🧥 👠 Here are my 3 top tips of things to think about when choosing your outfit for you headshot or branding shoot
1) Choose clothes that fit and follow your shape. Avoid the tendency to add volume such as bulky cable…
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Its time to show up, not show off!
April 18, 2023
If you’re a small business owner, you are the heart and soul of your business! Far too often I come across business pages of entrepreneurs or small business owners and on the social media profiles all I can see is a logo or an old photo. Please don’t hide behind…
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6 Months of Giselle B Photography in NZ!
March 31, 2023
Today I’m celebrating! It’s been just over 6 months since Giselle B Photography moved from the UK and was launched here in NZ! Since getting off the plane, I’ve been busily photographing headshots and personal branding work alongside personal and family portraits (as well as sorting out the house and…
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What colours to wear for a photoshoot?
March 20, 2023
As a photographer in Tauranga, I’ve been asked this question a few times recently for headshot and branding shoots, so thought I’d answer it here.Choose an outfit which will complement and be consistent with your company or brand colours.Colour theory refers to how different colours convey different messages such as:-…
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Happy Women’s Day
March 7, 2023
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Happy International Women’s Day 2023! 💕I’ve met some incredible women (or Wahine, in Māori) here in Tauranga, NZ and I’ve been so blessed to have some amazing women in my life.👩🏻 Four fabulous women (and not forgetting a couple of men) have referred clients to me recently which has helped…
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Do I need professional make-up for a headshot?
February 20, 2023
If you’re thinking about booking business headshots for you, your work or Team Photos for your company in Tauranga, I often get asked if I’d recommend professional make-up for the photoshoot. It’s sometimes a tricky one to answer as it depends on what look you are trying to achieve and…
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Giselle B Photography - Can you make me look older?
February 15, 2023
That was the question I was asked yesterday when doing a corporate headshot for someone in Tauranga in the medical profession. It took me a little bit by surprise as I’m
often asked to make people look younger (and slimmer) - but this was a serious
request to look older…
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It’s just a photo, right?
February 8, 2023
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It’s just a photo, right? Yes, it’s just a company photo, a headshot, a business photo. But why have one?
What if this is the photo which gets you noticed by a future
employer? What if this makes you stand out from all your peers or the
competition? What if…
