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Branding Photography Resources for Women-Owned Businesses: Guides, Tips & Tools to Help You Show Up Confidently Online
Wondering what to wear, how to pose, or what to actually do with your brand photos? You’re in the right place. These fun, no-fluff resources are made just for women entrepreneurs who want to show up, stand out, and feel amazing doing it.

How to License Photos: A Simple Guide for Small Businesses and Creatives
You just wrapped an amazing brand shoot—you're feeling confident, your business looks incredible, and your new photo gallery drops into your inbox. But then comes the question:
“Wait… what exactly can I do with these photos?”
“Wait… what exactly can I do with these photos?”

Branding Photography Add-Ons That Elevate Your Session (Including Licensed Drone Shots!)
Branding Photography Add-Ons That Elevate Your Session (Including Licensed Drone Shots!)
When it comes to branding photography, there’s a sweet spot between showing up as your authentic self and showing up strategically. And sometimes, that magic spark? It comes from the little extras
When it comes to branding photography, there’s a sweet spot between showing up as your authentic self and showing up strategically. And sometimes, that magic spark? It comes from the little extras

You Don’t Need to Be a Model: Branding Photography for Camera-Shy Entrepreneurs
As a branding photographer for women entrepreneurs in Vermont, I hear it all the time:
“I’m not photogenic.”
“I feel so awkward in front of the camera.”
“I don't know how to pose like an influencer”
Nope. You absolutely do not.
“I’m not photogenic.”
“I feel so awkward in front of the camera.”
“I don't know how to pose like an influencer”
Nope. You absolutely do not.

10 Best Props Yogis Should Bring to Their Branding Photo Shoot
How to Elevate Your Yoga Brand Photos with Intention and Ease
As a photographer who’s walked the yogic path myself, I know that capturing your essence isn’t about perfect poses or polished backdrops—it’s about presence. Your energy. Your truth. Your why.
As a photographer who’s walked the yogic path myself, I know that capturing your essence isn’t about perfect poses or polished backdrops—it’s about presence. Your energy. Your truth. Your why.

Is It Time Yet? When to Book Your Branding Photography Session (Hint: Don’t Wait!)
When to Book Your Branding Session:
Spoiler alert: it’s probably sooner than you think.
Spoiler alert: it’s probably sooner than you think.

What to Do After Your Branding Photo Session
A Post-Session Guide for Small Business Owners in Vermont
You’ve invested in a branding photo session (woohoo!), you’ve got a gallery full of gorgeous, authentic images that capture your personality, your purpose, and the heart of your business — now what?
You’ve invested in a branding photo session (woohoo!), you’ve got a gallery full of gorgeous, authentic images that capture your personality, your purpose, and the heart of your business — now what?

My Top 8 Favorite Props for Coaches During Branding Photography Sessions
One of the best parts of working with coaches—from life coaches and wellness mentors to business strategists and mindset experts—is helping them bring their unique message to life through photography.

How Small Business Owners Can Feel Confident in Front of the Lens
Raise your hand if the idea of being in front of a camera makes you want to run and hide

What to Do When You Don’t Know What to Post: A Branding Photographer’s Guide for Small Businesses
If you’re a small business owner staring at a blinking cursor, wondering what the heck to post today, you’re not alone.

What to Expect from a Branding Photography Session (Step-by-Step Walkthrough)
If you're running a small business, launching a personal brand, or leveling up your online presence, this guide is your behind-the-scenes look into what a branding session with me (Barbee, hey hey heyyyy 👋) looks like—from your first inquiring email all the way to turning your final gallery into client-magnet marketing.

Branding Photography Add-Ons That Elevate Your Session (Including Licensed Drone Shots!)
Everything You Can Add to Your Branding Session (And Why It’s Worth It)

The Ultimate Branding Shoot Checklist for Personal and Business Coaches
Whether you're a mindset coach helping clients break through limiting beliefs or a savvy business strategist leading entrepreneurs to making six figures, your brand is the guide you give to your potential clients-

Top 3 Branding Photo Mistakes—and What to Do Instead
(And What to Do Instead for Photos That Actually Work for Your Brand)

How a Collaborative Approach to Branding Photography Changes Everything
As a branding photographer for (mostly) women-owned businesses in Vermont + beyond, I believe that great branding isn’t just about a scheduling a photoshoot—it’s about creating an entire experience that reflects who you are and what your business stands for. And here’s the truth: I don’t do it alone.

How Personal Brand Photography Can Help You Raise Your Prices (Yes, Really)
...and Why It’s Actually a Smart Investment
If you’ve ever felt like you probably need to be charging more for your services... you do. I know it can be hard to justify this shift,
If you’ve ever felt like you probably need to be charging more for your services... you do. I know it can be hard to justify this shift,

Why Branding Photography Feels Expensive—and Why It’s Actually a Smart Investment
If you’ve ever browsed through branding photography packages and found yourself thinking, “Whoa, that’s more than I expected…” —you’re not alone. One of the most common questions I get as a branding photographer is: “Why is branding photography so expensive?”

Your Business Deserves Photos That Fit—Here’s How to Choose the Right Session
Branding Photos 101: Mini vs. Full Sessions for First-Time Entrepreneurs

My Top 7 Outdoor Places for Branding Photography Sessions
The best Vermont locations for branding photos with personality, variety, and natural beauty.

5 Best Indoor Locations for Branding Photography in Vermont
Let’s face it — Vermont weather doesn’t always play nice, it's cold and snowy seven months out of the year (hey, I love the snow and am not complaining!) but for many of my clients, indoor branding sessions offer the perfect blend of cozy comfort and creative control.

What to Wear to Your Branding Photoshoot: A Stylish Guide
You’ve booked your branding session (yay!), and now you’re standing in front of your closet wondering, “What am I going to wear!?” Don’t worry—I’ve got you.

How to Take Stunning Product Photography With Just Your iPhone
iPhone Product Photography 101: Because you're a maker, not a photographer!

From Profit To Photoshoot: How To Turn Your Branding Photos Into Client Converting Content
Raise your hand if you’ve invested in a branding photo session… and then let those images sit quietly on your desktop for months. You’re not alone (my self included!)

How Branding Photo Sessions Can Elevate Your Business
If you're a small business owner or entrepreneur in Vermont, chances are you're pouring your heart and soul into your brand. You’ve built something amazing—now let’s show it off to the world. This post is all about branding photo sessions with Owl’s Iris Photography—what they are, why they matter, and how we can make some serious magic together.

8 Reasons You Need Professional Photography for your Business
A good chef will say "people taste with their eyes first" and the same is as true about your online business presence as it is for a delicious meal presented in front of us: We are going to judge the meal or the business before we even take the first bite JUST by how it looks.

Let's Talk About Photo Licensing
(What It Is, Why It Matters, and How It Protects Everyone Involved)
Let’s talk about photo licensing—yep, that tricky topic that seems to pop up all the time in commercial photography. It’s the elephant in the room, but honestly, it shouldn’t be. Having a clear conversation about how images will be used is key—not just for the photographer’s protection, but for the client’s benefit too.
Let’s talk about photo licensing—yep, that tricky topic that seems to pop up all the time in commercial photography. It’s the elephant in the room, but honestly, it shouldn’t be. Having a clear conversation about how images will be used is key—not just for the photographer’s protection, but for the client’s benefit too.
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