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Your experience at Alise Black Studios
We’re a full-service studio offering professional photography plus creative support—so you’re not left guessing.
You can learn more about our full approach on the experience, but here’s what branding clients typically value most:
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Guided direction: you’ll be coached through posture, breath, micro-expressions, and eye focus
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Wardrobe and styling support: to keep your looks styled to your brand
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Optional hair and HD makeup: tailored to your comfort and the brief
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A calm, professional environment: ideal if you feel nervous or “not photogenic”
If you’d like to complement your branding photography with motion content for your profiles, explore our video reels options.
What is personal branding photography?
Personal branding photography is a curated set of professional images that communicates who you are, what you do, and how you want to be perceived—across your website, social media, marketing, and publications.
How is personal branding different from LinkedIn headshots?
A LinkedIn headshot is usually a small set focused on one strong profile image. Personal branding photography is broader: multiple looks, settings, and image types so you have a complete library for your brand.
I’m not comfortable being photographed. Can you help with direction?
Yes. Most of our clients are nervous when they first arrive - then quickly relax. We guide you through posture, expression, and natural posing so the experience feels calm and the results look confident and authentic.
What should I wear to a personal branding session?
We will help you in your pre appointment styling phone consult. We help you plan to bring a small range of outfits in your brand identity (colours, level of formality, and industry). Clean lines and solid colours photograph beautifully, and we’ll support you with styling guidance so each look feels intentional.
How many outfits should I bring?
Most clients do best with 2–4 outfits. The right number depends on how many platforms you need images for (website + socials + media kit) and how much variety you want in your brand story.
Do you offer hair and makeup?
Yes. Professional hair and HD makeup help your images look polished on camera, while still looking like you. We tailor the finish to your comfort and your brand.
Do you retouch the images?
Yes—naturally. Retouching is designed to refine (not change) you. You can also tell us your comfort level with retouching.
Can we shoot in studio and on location?
Yes. Many personal branding clients choose a mix: studio for clean, controlled hero images and lifestyle/location settings for approachability and story.
What are the most useful photos to get for my brand?
The most useful set typically includes: a hero image for your website, a strong profile/headshot, “in-action” images (working, speaking, creating), detail images (hands, tools, environment), and a few relaxed lifestyle options for socials.
Can I add short video reels while we shoot?
Yes. Video reels are a powerful add-on for social media and websites, and can be captured alongside your photos in VIP Branding photoshoots.
Do you photograph teams as well as individuals?
Yes. If you need multiple people photographed, we can recommend the best approach based on your business goals.
When will I see my photos?
You’ll see your images during your viewing on the same day as your photoshoot so you can make informed choices about what best represents you.
What files do I receive and can I use them for different platforms?
You’ll receive high-resolution digital images suitable for professional use, resized to multiple file sizes for easy use. If you need specific crops or file sizes for digital platforms or print media, we can advise during your viewing.
Can you help me choose my final images?
Yes - Alise will curate the photoshoots/s to a strong collection of your best images. You will then have Treia help you select to your comfort. Choosing images is often the hardest part. We’ll help you select a balanced set that covers your brand goals and feels cohesive.
Do you shoot only in Sydney?
Sydney is our premier studio base, and location photoshoots are also available in Melbourne and Brisbane.



