Recent Blogs
Overcoming camera shyness: tips from a headshot photographer
"I'm not photogenic" is the thing I hear most before a session - and almost never true after one. We have written up what actually helps camera-shy clients relax: movement over stillness, conversation over silence, and real direction instead of guesswork. If this is you, this one's for you.
What to Wear for Professional Headshots
Your professional headshot is often the first impression people see online. Whether it’s on LinkedIn, your company website, or a speaking profile, the right wardrobe helps communicate confidence, professionalism, and approachability.
The best headshot photographer in Corona, CA: what to look for
Searching for a headshot photographer in Corona or the Inland Empire? Here's what actually separates a great studio from an average one — portfolio fit, experience with your type of session, and how well they direct you in front of the camera.
Cosplay photography: how to bring your character to life on camera
Cosplay is genuine costume artistry — and sometimes the right backdrop isn't a studio backdrop at all.
Beyond our Corona studio, we shoot on location at themed events and environments that match the world your character lives in. If your character belongs there, that's where we'll shoot.
Some of our favorite locations bring something a studio wall never could.
Studio or on location — we'd love to help you bring your character to life.
The power of professional lighting and retouching
Actors: your headshot is a working tool, not a vanity shot. I put together what casting directors actually look for - connection over perfection, knowing your type, and why heavy retouching can work against you.
Team headshots for Corona and Inland Empire businesses
If your team's headshots are a mismatched mix of different years and backgrounds, it's quietly undercutting how polished your company looks online. I wrote about why consistent team headshots matter and what a team session at our studio actually looks like. If your business is overdue for an update, let's talk.
How to prepare for your headshot session: A Basic Guide
"Can't I just use my phone?" Fair question — here's the honest answer. It mostly comes down to two things: lighting and retouching. I broke down what each one actually does and why a well-lit, lightly retouched photo beats a heavily filtered phone shot every time.
What casting directors actually look for in an actor's headshot
Actors: your headshot is a working tool, not a vanity shot. I put together what casting directors actually look for - connection over perfection, knowing your type, and why heavy retouching can work against you. If you're due for new headshots, this is worth a read before your next session.
Why your LinkedIn headshot is costing you clients
Your LinkedIn photo is making a first impression before anyone reads a word of your profile. If it's a cropped vacation photo or a blurry webcam shot from three years ago, it might be quietly costing you clients, connections, and opportunities. I wrote about why this matters more than people think — and what to do about it.
Inside the studio: a behind-the-scenes look at our photography processs
Ever wonder what actually happens during a headshot session? Pull back the curtain on our full process at Droke Photography - from the first consultation to the final retouched gallery. If you've never had a professional session before, this should answer most of your questions.