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Executive Headshots & Business Portraits in Chicago

High-end individual studio sessions designed for leaders, founders, and professionals who need to look their absolute best. Perfect for LinkedIn profiles, personal branding, and executive communications.

THE APPROACH

The Difference Between a Photo and a Portrait

A standard headshot documents what you look like. A premium business portrait communicates your competence, authority, and approachability before you ever shake a client's hand. Whether you are updating your LinkedIn profile, speaking at a conference, or launching a new venture, your visual identity matters.

We achieve this through a highly directed, collaborative process. We do not rush you through a 15-minute slot. We take the time to find the right lighting, the right angles, and the right expressions. Most importantly, we use misdirection to pull genuine reactions rather than asking you to "just smile."

Book Your Session

Select your preferred date and time. You will receive a prep guide covering wardrobe, grooming, and what to expect.

Arrive & Relax

We spend the first few minutes getting you comfortable. No posing instructions. Just conversation.

Misdirection at Work

We use humor, conversation, and movement to pull genuine expressions. You will forget there is a camera in the room.

Select Your Images

We review the images together at the end of the session. You only purchase the images you love.

24-Hour Delivery

Your first retouched image is delivered within 24 hours. Your full selection within 3 days.

THE ZERO-RISK GUARANTEE

The Zero-Risk Studio Session

We are so confident in our process that we offer a 100% money-back guarantee on all individual studio sessions. You pay a flat session fee to secure your time. At the end of the session, you review the images and only purchase the ones you love.

If we finish the session and you do not want to purchase any images, we will refund your session fee entirely. You have absolutely zero financial risk.

What Executives Say After Their Session

CMO headshot that was taken during a company headshot day

★★★★★

"Cameron doesn't just take pictures, he creates trust in the room. He helped us move from mismatched, outdated images to a unified leadership story, making executive headshots feel genuinely human. The result is a team that looks aligned, credible, and unmistakably part of the same organization."

— Chrissy K.

Business portrait taken inside Chicago photography studio

★★★★★

"Your attention to detail, guidance, creativity, and talent is very impressive. The final images are outstanding and exactly what I need for professional purposes."

— Martin L.

Executive portrait with natural smile captured during guided studio session in chicago photography studio

★★★★★

"Professional headshots that look sharp, approachable, and authentic — exactly what I was hoping for. If you're an executive or professional looking for photos that elevate your brand without feeling stiff or forced, I can't recommend Cam enough."

— Shelby S.

PRICING

Individual Studio Session Pricing

Our pricing is simple and transparent. You pay a flat session fee to secure your time in the studio. At the end of the session, you select and purchase only the images you love.

SESSION FEE

$175

Secures your studio time. Fully refundable if you do not purchase any images.

  • Up to 60-minute studio session

  • Multiple wardrobe changes

  • Professional studio lighting

  • Image review at end of session

  • 100% money-back guarantee

PER IMAGE

$125

Per final, fully retouched image. You select only what you love.

  • Professional retouching included

  • High-resolution file delivery

  • First image within 24 hours

  • Full selection within 3 days

  • Basic Usage License Included

COMMON QUESTIONS

What to Expect

What should I wear?

Solid colors photograph best. Avoid busy patterns, logos, or very bright whites. We recommend bringing 2 to 3 outfit options. Classic and professional always works well.

Do I need hair and makeup?

It is entirely up to you. We do offer local hair and makeup artists if you would like, but you’re also welcome to bring your own. Our retouching handles minor skin corrections.

Where is the studio located?

We are located in Bridgeport neighborhood, just outside of downtown Chicago. 1010 W 35 St

How does the money-back guarantee work?

You pay a session fee to secure your time. At the end of the session, we review the images together. If you do not want to purchase any images, we refund your session fee in full. No questions asked.

Can I use the images for LinkedIn?

Absolutely. Our images are delivered in formats optimized for LinkedIn, websites, and print. LinkedIn headshots are one of the most common uses for our individual sessions.