You want brand photos that speak to your dream clients, support your next launch, and make you look like the CEO you are. But when clients like you book a session with their favorite Iowa City brand photographer (it’s me, hi!), those kinds of results don’t happen by accident. Instead, everything happens strategically, with the […]

Photoshoot Tips

The Strategy Behind a Brand Photography Session

When Val, owner of Free to Breathe Fashion, reached out for a brand shoot for her boutique, she had a powerful mission and just one thing missing: the content to go with it. Her clothing line out of West Des Moines is full of eco-friendly, fair trade pieces that help women feel confident, comfortable, and […]

Client Sessions

Brand Photos for West Des Moines Boutique | Free to Breathe Fashion

When Amanda reached out for a brand shoot, she was ready to ditch the outdated photos and show up online in a way that actually felt like her. As an Iowa esthetician offering everything from brows and lashes to facials, makeup, and a lineup of products, Amanda needed more than just pretty pictures—she needed photos […]

Client Sessions

Iowa Esthetician & Makeup Artist Brand Photography in North Liberty | Amanda Miller

When Erynn of Embody Bridal booked her brand shoot, it was a big moment. After years of running her stunning bridal boutique in Cedar Rapids without professional photos, she was finally ready to show up online in a way that actually reflects the experience her brides get in person: approachable, elegant, inclusive, and just the […]

Client Sessions

Inclusive Bridal Boutique Photoshoot | Embody Bridal, Cedar Rapids

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Struggling to promote yourself without sounding salesy? Here’s how to show up confidently and authentically online—plus how personal brand photography can boost your visibility and trust factor.

Personal Branding

How to Self-Promote Without Feeling Like a Walking Billboard

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