What Is Branding Photography?

You’ve worked hard to build your business and brand, creating a logo, mission statement, and social media profiles. There are a variety of elements that go into your brand identity, from your promises to your customers to your website to the way you present yourself on your Instagram and Facebook business pages.

I’m sure you’ve heard the saying that a picture is worth a thousand words, and that’s especially true when it comes to branding. The quickest way to get your brand identity across is through the images you use on your website. That’s why branding photography is essential for any business owner.

Professional Images for your Brand

Branding photography is a collection of high-quality, professional images created to visually represent your business and demonstrate your brand identity. These photos can include images of you and your team members, your workspace, your products, and any part of your process or daily activities.

Brand photos are just like headshots, but instead of promoting yourself, you’re promoting your company. Quality branding images can make all the difference on your business website and social media profiles, promoting your company as professional and consistent.

Branding Photography of Business OwnerHumanize your company

One of the greatest things about branding photography is that it gives potential and current customers a look at the faces behind your business. You may be intimidated by the idea of putting your face out there, but consumers are more likely to interact with and trust a company if they can see the people behind the brand.

Branding photos not only show customers who you and your team are, but they also give interested consumers a peek behind the curtain, so to speak, allowing them to see your process, your products, and what you do every day. While it’s a great idea to have quality product images, it’s also important to feature people in those images to help potential customers see how the product can be used in real life.

Personal Brand Photography of Gym OwnerCreate a stunning first impression

When someone visits your website or social media profile for the first time, you don’t want them to be put off by low-quality images. Professional branding photos create visual interest in your business and give visitors to your website a positive first impression of your brand. The better you present your company, the more likely people will be to get and stay interested in what you offer!

Increase engagement with your brand

While strong content is essential to creating a solid brand identity, visuals are even more important, especially since quality images encourage more people to engage with your business online. Facebook posts with images receive 2.3x more engagement than those without images, according to Hubspot. That’s why images are so essential, especially high-quality, professional branding photos.

You can use your photos everywhere

Branding photos are an investment, but one that’s well worth it! You’ll keep finding places where these photos come in handy, from your website and social profiles to paid advertising and email newsletters. Having these photos on hand makes it easier to properly promote your business and show potential and current clients just how professional you are.

Contact Starloft Photography to book a session!

Canton Michigan Personal Brand Photographer

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New Portrait Studio in Canton, Michigan

We’re making some major changes around here! Starloft Photo & Video is now Starloft Photography. Moving forward we will be focusing on portraits of all kinds specializing in headshots and personal brand. While many businesses are moving out and closing, we signed a lease for a new studio space in Canton, Michigan this week! It’s a 1200 square foot retail space on Michigan Avenue at Lotz Road, very close to I-275. There will be two shooting areas, one with controlled lighting and backdrops and one with large windows with plenty of natural light and stylish furniture. We’re hoping to have all the renovations done by mid-November in time for a Black Friday grand opening sale. We’ll do an outdoor ribbon cutting event in the spring when the weather warms up again. Our goal with every session will be to deliver a high level of customer service, create a portfolio of beautiful imagery, and deliver high quality products through an expertly guided and customized process. Who do you know that needs a new headshot? Who needs personal brand photography? Who would like new family portraits? Who do you know that has high school kids who will need senior portraits? Baby or childrens portraits? Other portraits? Give us a call, and lets get you on the schedule!

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Navy Blue Baking Co. Food Photography | Canton, Michigan

Navy Blue Baking Co. came to me wanting quality food photography of their vegan baked items. We photographed cookies, cheesecake bites, brownie bites, mini muffins, and granola at our home studio in Canton, Michigan. The brownie bite shot was positioned to allow text on the right side of the image. The graphic design using the images is a great thing to think about in planning your shot list.

Cheesecake Bite with Caramel Sauce

Cheesecake Bite with Caramel Sauce

Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins

Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins

Cheesecake Bite with Fresh Strawberry and Chocolate Sauce

Cheesecake Bite with Fresh Strawberry and Chocolate Sauce

Brownie Bites with Powdered Sugar and a Fresh Strawberry

Brownie Bites with Powdered Sugar and a Fresh Strawberry

Cheesecake Bite with Fresh Strawberries

Cheesecake Bite with Fresh Strawberries

Granola in Bowl with Spoon

Granola in Bowl with Spoon

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Tittle Brothers Construction – Google Streetview Trusted Tour – Canton, Michigan

We stopped by Tittle Brothers Construction in Canton for a Google Business View Tour. Tittle Brothers Construction works on just about every part of a house you can imagine! From roofing and siding to chimneys and insulation, they have you covered. GBV tours are a great way to appear higher in search results on Google and more of your company’s information will be displayed on the results page if you have a tour. It’s also a useful tool for showing customers where you’re located and what to expect when they get there. Check out the tour below!

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Addison Avenue – Real Estate Photography – Canton, Michigan

We visited a ranch on Addison Avenue in Canton for a real estate shoot for Realtor, Jerry Cislo. This home has three bedrooms,1.5 baths, and just over 1,300 square feet. The home has a natural stone fireplace, white kitchen cabinetry, and a finished basement. It is move in ready! The ranch sits on the corner of a street, so the yard is mostly on the side of the lot. There is a two car detached garage and a sun room, as well. Now it only needs some love! Let’s take a tour:

The front exterior of the ranch.

The first room you enter when you walk through the front door.

On the left you have the kitchen, and straight through the doors is a carpeted sun room.

A carpeted sun room with tons of natural light! Plus, a door that leads outside.

A better look at the connection/division of the kitchen and living room.

Check out the kitchen! We love the lights on the ceiling, the counter tops, and the white cabinets look pristine!

What would you do with all this space in your basement?

The full bath.

From this angle, you can see the garage in the back (street entrance) and more of the yard.

A look at the exterior of the sun room and some more yard.

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Preserve Circle West Slideshow Real Estate Video – Canton, Michigan

I had the opportunity to photograph this beautiful condo in South Canton for Jason Borregard from Clients First Realtors and used the shots to put together this informative slideshow video. The exterior of the condo is a combination of brick and stone, giving it a home-y, welcoming vibe. As soon as you walk in, you’re met with grand ceilings and natural light from the large window above the front door. The kitchen has been updated with modern stainless appliances and dark mahogany cabinetry. This condo has two bedrooms (one of which has a fireplace!), two bathrooms, two half bathrooms (the dream!), and a finished basement! Don’t just read about it, though. Check out this video to see for yourself what a charming place it is!

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The Chair-iot – Commercial Photography – Canton, MI

The Chair-iot is a company that created a more efficient way of lugging around folding chairs. Whether you’re going to a sporting event, an outdoor concert venue, or other fun outdoor activities, The Chair-iot makes everything easier. The carrier is on wheels, making it much easier to transport on grass, dirt, gravel – you name it! The vinyl on the carrier is weather resistant to protect everything inside. There are also two drink holders for your convenience, and a small storage pocket for your valuables. We took some shots of the carrier, chair, and the many items that can fit inside! Take a look at how much this carrier can hold…and don’t forget about the wheels!

The Chair-iot and all it can hold.

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