Pete's Ponders
Jim Marshall, Real Estate, Parry Sound
Jim Marshall started his real estate career in 1985 with an in-depth familiarity of the area and strong connections with both seasonal and year-round populations. His knowledge of the area is extensive, knowing where buy/build/sell your personal or business property, where launch a boat, and some of the best local fishing spots.
Parry Sound Area Founders Awards 2002
The Parry Sound Area Founders Circle is looking for businesses or entrepreneurs with promising new business ideas to enter the 2022 Founders Choice Awards competition.
Christina Kilbourne | Author
Christina Kilbourne is an award-winning Canadian author. She was born in Southwestern Ontario, but spent her elementary and high school years in Muskoka, a resort area two hours north of Toronto.
Georgian Bay Sweets, Parry Sound
Stephannie Johnson, owner/founder of Georgian Bay Sweets, was in the studio updating her professional headshot. Georgian Bay Sweets is located in Parry Sound, specializing in all things sweet: cookies, decorated sugar cookies, cookie decorating kits, cupcakes and simple buttercream cakes.
What is the difference between a headshot and portrait?
Headshots and portraits are a little different. Headshots are typically just the head and shoulders, on a plain background. Portraits usually are full body, decorative backgrounds, and different poses.
Collision of Photography and Beekeeping
Peter, from Peter Istvan Photography was interviewed by Liana Voia, from Multiple Arts. The conversation delves into the basics of beekeeping (e.g., Beekeeping 101, Beekeeping for beginners) and the transformational effect that professional headshot can have on a person's confidence and self-image.
How do you do professional retouching?
The goal of retouching a photo is to make it look like, there was actually no retouching done!
Is a LinkedIn profile photo really that important?
Is a LinkedIn profile photo really that important for an Executive Recruiter? Well, I asked one.
Youngest and Oldest Professional Headshots - 2021 Year in Review
Towards the end of the year, there have been many posts across social media platforms profiling the best photos of 2021, or the Top Nine photos of 2021, which have been fantastic. Most are based on the algorithms of the platforms and use metrics such as the most liked, or viewed, or shared, etc.
General questions about professional headshots
In general, a good headshot consists of an authentic genuine expression, good lighting, and usually from the chest-up. Little adjustments can make the difference between a great headshot and an average headshot
What to buy for someone who has everything?
Do you have to buy a gift for someone who has everything? Or, do you have to buy a gift for a person who is difficult to shop for?