Why Pay for a Corporate Headshot When You Can Just Take a Selfie?

It’s a question I hear often: Why invest in a professional photo session when I can just take a selfie? On the surface, snapping a quick shot with your phone seems easy, convenient, and free. But let’s be real—can a selfie truly capture the essence of who you are as a professional or the depth of your personal story?

A professionally done headshot or lifestyle portrait isn’t just an image—it’s an investment in how you present yourself to the world. Here’s why:

1. Reliability and Consistency

From the moment you inquire, I guide you with a clear, step-by-step process. Booking, session prep, photo selection, and delivery—everything is designed to be seamless and stress-free. You’ll know exactly what to expect and receive polished, high-quality results.

2. Hand-Held Process

Not sure how to pose or what to wear? I’ll guide you every step of the way, ensuring you feel comfortable, confident, and authentically you. My sessions are designed to feel relaxed and natural, so your true personality shines through in every shot.

3. Tailored Images for Versatile Use

Your photo session doesn’t just result in one image. I provide various-sized digital files for all your needs—whether for LinkedIn, websites, press releases, social media, or even personal keepsakes. No more blurry selfies or cropped group shots that fall short of making the right impression.

4. Headshots for Your Professional Persona

A headshot is your first handshake in the digital world. It communicates confidence, reliability, and professionalism—key traits that leave a lasting impression with employers, collaborators, or clients.

The style of your headshot can further amplify your message. A classic plain backdrop, such as white, gray, or black, offers timeless simplicity and keeps the focus entirely on you. This style is perfect for corporate settings or industries where formality and clarity are paramount.

If you want to add more character or personality to your headshot, consider a contextual background. For example:

• Natural Settings: Incorporating greenery or an outdoor environment can evoke a sense of approachability, creativity, or balance—great for industries like wellness, coaching, or creative professions.

• Office or Workspaces: Featuring your workspace or an office setting can subtly reinforce your role and expertise, providing insight into your professional world.

The goal is to align your headshot with your brand and message, ensuring that it resonates with your target audience while authentically representing who you are. Whether you’re seeking a promotion, building a personal brand, or connecting with new clients, a thoughtfully crafted headshot sets the tone for how you’re perceived.

5. Lifestyle Portraits for Your Personal Story

Where headshots reflect your professional side, lifestyle portraits go deeper. They showcase what makes you unique and what you’re passionate about. These portraits tell your story—capturing hobbies, interests, and personal moments that reveal who you are beyond your career.

Examples of Lifestyle Portraits:

• A baking enthusiast in their kitchen, surrounded by flour and the warmth of their creations.

• A musician playing their favorite instrument, lost in the rhythm of their craft.

• A gardener immersed in greenery, showcasing the love they pour into nurturing life.

• A proud pet parent sharing tender moments with their furkids.

Lifestyle portraits allow you to connect authentically with your audience. They’re perfect for personal branding, creative portfolios, or simply celebrating the life you’ve built.

6. Why Not Do Both?

Your professional and personal identities are interconnected. Why not showcase both with a session that celebrates every facet of who you are? With my services, you don’t have to choose one over the other—you get the best of both worlds.

Client Examples: Professional Headshots (Left) Lifestyle Portraits (Right)

Client Testimonials

“Had an amazing experience taking a set of photographs outdoors with Felly! Prior to the session, she patiently confirmed the suitability of my selection of clothes for the session, and tried to find a location that matched things that I liked.

She started off the session with warmup shots and some tips to help find angles that might suit me better. Her constant reassurances was comforting as I typically prefer to be behind the camera, not in front of it 😆

She took great effort in experimenting with different angles to capture who I was as a person. She also often provided guidance on poses when she noticed I was awkward, resulting in images that was way better than I could imagine.

Thank you so much Felly! I would highly recommend Felly to anyone who wants beautiful photos to showcase their personality..” – Cheryl Tan

“Not only was the shoot casual & fun whilst being amazingly smooth & professional, Felly is great at making you feel at ease & at the same time consistently giving directives throughout so you don’t have to worry about getting the best poses & angles! Great fun to work with & you get amazing pictures to keep. What’s not to love?” – Cosina Wonght

“I’m super happy with how all the photos turned out!

From selection of the backgrounds, working her magic lightings, to light props, to how simple poses can bring out a powerful portrait, Felly certainly knows how to work her camera and bring out my best. Her guidance of a gentle head tilt, a slight smirk, a light hand gesture made all the difference! From the start to the end, it was very comfortable and Felly made everything easy. 10/10 recommend!” – Roy Bai

Selfies might capture a fleeting moment, but they can’t encapsulate your essence or the depth of your story. A professional session does—and I’m here to make the experience effortless, empowering, and truly transformative.

Why settle for a selfie when you can invest in portraits that authentically reflect your professional and personal essence? Let’s create headshots and lifestyle portraits that tell your full story.