What is the difference between a headshot and portrait?

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.
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Collision of Photography and Beekeeping

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.
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How do you do professional retouching?

How do you do professional retouching?

The goal of retouching a photo is to make it look like, there was actually no retouching done!
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Is a LinkedIn profile photo really that important?

Is a LinkedIn profile photo really that important?

Is a LinkedIn profile photo really that important for an Executive Recruiter? Well, I asked one.

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Graham Ritchie | Olympic Cross-Country Ski Team

Graham Ritchie | Olympic Cross-Country Ski Team

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Youngest and Oldest Professional Headshots - 2021 Year in Review

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.
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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
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What to buy for someone who has everything?

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?
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Summertime, full on beekeeping!

Summertime, full on beekeeping!

What is a beekeeping story doing on a site for a professional headshot photographer?
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What makes a good headshot | Part III

What makes a good headshot | Part III

Little adjustments can make the difference between a great headshot and an average headshot. In general, a good professional headshot consists of an authentic genuine expression, good lighting, and usually from the chest-up.
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What makes a good headshot? | Part II

What makes a good headshot? | Part II

In general, a good professional 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.
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What makes a good headshot?

In general, a good professional headshot consists of an authentic genuine expression, good lighting, and usually from the chest-up. 
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