Headshot Resources: Studio vs Outdoor Headshots. Which Is Best For You?
Choosing Between a Studio or Outdoor Headshot Session | Victoria BC Portrait Photographer
With an increase in the number of professionals working remotely the past couple of years, a question I hear a lot is, “What are the advantages of outdoor headshots versus studio headshots and what option should I use for my specific profession?”
Your style and outfit choices play a huge role in your professional headshot image, but so does the background you choose. Although neither background is better or worse than the other, the background you choose can have a big impact on your headshot.
Studio Headshots
Studio headshots have a highly professional appeal. Having a simple coloured backdrop in a studio can really help to shape the image you wish to portray in a more controlled sense. Overall, studio headshots are best suited for business and executive headshots.
Outdoor Headshots
Outdoor, or on location headshots offer a more lifestyle and environmental approach to your imagery and are perfect if you are looking for a headshot with a more visually interesting backdrop.
A big consideration with outdoor headshots is the time of day you schedule your headshot session as outdoor images are best captured first thing in the morning or right before sunset for best light.
Overall, choosing a studio session or an outdoor session really depends on the defining characteristics you would like your image to portray. If you have questions about which setting works best for your specific profession, please send me a note.
Erin Clayton Photography is a portrait photographer living and working in beautiful Victoria, BC.