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How far ahead should you book a headshot session?

Timing matters more than people think. Book too late and availability shrinks. Leave it too long and details get forgotten before the day arrives.

As a general rule, popular dates and locations get booked weeks or months ahead, particularly during busier seasons. Booking six to eight weeks out gives enough runway to plan properly without the wait dragging on. If your date is flexible, that flexibility is worth using, since it often opens up availability that a fixed date wouldn’t.

Last-minute bookings for a headshot session are sometimes possible, and worth asking about directly rather than assuming the answer is no.

See also: Common mistakes people make booking a headshot session.

See the Headshots page for pricing, or get in touch directly.

FAQs

Quick answers, no fluff.

What should I wear for a headshot?
Plain, solid colours photograph best. A backup top is worth bringing if unsure, matched against whichever backdrop reads best.

How long does a headshot session take?
Most single headshots take around 45 minutes, including a wardrobe change if one is brought along. Team sessions run in back-to-back slots so a whole office can be done in a morning.

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