Contemporary & Modern Headshots  

Corporate & Personal Branding

Corporate & Personal Branding

2017

EST

Personalize your headshot session by capturing images in your home office, business, corporate office or outside. 

On Location Sessions

For branding photo sessions I help ensure your images reflect your brand and can be used to set you apart in your industry.

Brand Awareness

I offer a creative portrait studio with several backdrop options and advanced lighting techniques to help you look your best.

Portrait studio

LaTonya creates contemporary headshot photos that help you level up your brand and sets you apart from your competitors.  Also serving Arlington, VA, Fairfax, VA, Tysons Corner, VA, Annapolis, MD, Bowie, MD, Rockville, MD and surrounding Washington, DC metro areas. 

Alexandria, Virginia Headshot & Branding Photographer

2017

EST

At LaTonya Photography, we specialize in corporate and business headshots for individuals who are looking to elevate their online presence. A professional headshot is essential for communicating your professionalism to the world. It is the first impression potential customers will have of you and your business. Headshots are also a great way to measure the authenticity of a business. With so much competition out there, it's important to make sure you stand out from your competitors. That's where we come in. We offer headshot photography that is fun, professional, and luxurious. We truly believe that headshots should be a unique experience. After all, your headshot is a reflection of you, the business and your brand. Our photography studio is based in Alexandria, VA but we also offer on location headshots in the Washington, DC metro area.

why  do you need a professional headshot portrait?

Our business headshots and branding photography are great ways to update your website bio photos, social media platforms, corporate business profiles, illustrate brand identity and many other ways you market your business visually. Whether you're in need of a new headshot for your website or social media platforms, or you're simply looking for business portraits that capture the essence of your brand, we can help. We offer a variety of services that are designed to meet your specific needs and objectives. We understand the importance of first impressions, therefore we strive to create images that are not only professional but also fun and approachable. If you're looking for modern headshots or business portraits that make a statement, contact me today. I'd be happy to discuss your needs and provide you with an actionable plan. In the meantime, read more tips on how to prepare for your next modern headshot. 

Understanding the importance of a business portrait.

A custom checklist of ways to use your images to market your business.

picture-perfect Direction TO MAKE YOU FEEL successful AND confident IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA

Personalized planning WITH WARDROBE, STYLING, AND LOCATION ADVICE

My headshot sessions start with us outlining how you plan to use your headshot portraits. This is essential to determining what type of brand awareness will be best for your business. Your headshots aren't just used for your website bio picture.  In a sense your headshot is your business ID. Depending on your line of work your headshot is seen before you have an opportunity to make a in person first impression.  

I HELP YOU FEEL like a boss IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA WITH EVERY CLICK.

aS A Black HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHER IN ALEXANDRIA Va,

A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY STUDIO WITH A VARIETY OF BACKDROPS AND ADVANCED LIGHTING TECHNIQUES

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Still have questions?

How long is a headshot session?

A typical headshot session takes about 1 hour to include set-up and break down on location.













































































































































Do you travel for headshots?

Yes, I travel throughout the Washington, DC area and provide on location set-up and outdoor services.













































































































































Do professional headshots matter?

Yes, your headshot matters and operates as the grading scale for your business. It is the first impression for your clients and or employer.















































































































































What should I wear for my headshot session?

It depends on what the headshot is for and how it will be used. Corporate headshot, I suggest business casual and neutral colors that aren’t trendy.  For a personal business then this is where your brand identity comes into play and we need a whole consultation. 















































































































































Do you have different color backdrops for headshots?

Yes, I offer a wide variety of colors and textures that are great for indoor personal and business headshots.
















































































































































As a headshot photographer, I know how important it is to have updated headshots that reflect your current look and style.

Being a photographer, I aim to capture new business headshots twice a year and occasionally once a season. This allows me to ensure my business portraits always reflect my present self. 

As a woman, I like to change my hair color and style frequently. Which is why I ensure my online presence reflects my current style of choice. 



YOUR BLACK HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHER IN ALEXANDRIA, VA

I'm LaTonya Smothers,

Let's get to know each other!

Ready for portraits that WILL ELEVATE YOUR BUSINESS?