Headshots & Personal Branding Photography
Professional images designed to help you be seen, trusted and remembered.
Your photographs should do more than make you look good. They should communicate who you are, what you do and why the right client, employer, audience or casting director should choose you.
Actors & talent · Creatives & artists
a HeadshotA stronger you
Professional Images That Work for You
Your headshot is often your first impression, but today most professionals need more than one portrait.
At Shtooka Atelier we create an intentional library of images for your website, LinkedIn, social media, email signature, speaking engagements, publications, marketing and printed materials, each made with your audience, goals and personal brand in mind.
Business Owners
Showcase your expertise and build trust with professional imagery.
Professionals
Elevate your online presence and open doors to new opportunities.
Corporate Teams
Consistent, polished headshots for your whole team, in the studio or at your office.
Actors & Talent
Stand out with impactful, industry-ready headshots built around your casting goals.
Creatives & Artists
Show your vision and personality through expressive portraits.
Doctors · Attorneys · Realtors · Executives · Entrepreneurs · Speakers · Authors · Coaches · Consultants · Models · Musicians · Designers
A Thoughtful, Guided Process
Discovery Call
A quick, no-pressure call to make sure we are the right fit and to answer your questions.
Brand Consultation
We learn your goals, audience and how you will use your images, then audit your brand and existing photos.
Wardrobe & Planning
You get a plan for your looks, style and direction, plus a guide on what to bring and how to prepare.
Guided Photoshoot
Professional hair and makeup for women, grooming for men, and guided posing across different sets and lighting.
Image Reveal & Selection
View all your images on a large screen and choose your favorites. Buy one image or a full collection.
- Visual audit of your brand
- Examples of images and their uses
- Your marketing goals and audience
- Wardrobe preparation and what to bring
- Style, shot list and direction for the shoot
- What to expect on the day
About You
It’s Not Just About Looking Good
It’s about showing the right people why you’re the right person.
Your images are marketing tools. On the day of your session Paulina leads you through poses, posture, hands and expressions, so you can be yourself while keeping in mind that these photographs are made for your clients. We move through a couple of different sets and lighting options to give you range.
- Professional hair & makeup for women
- Grooming and clean-up for men
- Guided posing and expressions
- Multiple sets and lighting options
- In-studio reveal on a large screen
- Purchase individual images or collections
- Every image you purchase is formatted for easy use on your phone, ready for your marketing right away
- Professionally edited and ready for immediate use
Plus tax and transactional fees. Your session includes the consultation and visual audit, professional hair and makeup, a guided photoshoot, an in-person image reveal and one finished image. Purchase the images you love, from one to a full collection.
Great marketing headshots are never an accident. We photograph multiple outfits across different sets and lighting, creating 200 or more images, so you can compare, see your range and choose with confidence, even if you only want one. Every image is made to be polished, strategic and effective for your marketing. The more images you choose, the lower the price of each one.
All of this is included in your session fee.
How much does a professional headshot cost in Austin and San Antonio?
Headshot and branding sessions begin at $700 plus tax and transactional fees. The session includes a guided photoshoot, professional hair and makeup, a wardrobe consultation, an in-person reveal and one image.
Where is Shtooka Atelier located?
Our studio is in San Marcos, Texas, between Austin and San Antonio. We serve clients throughout central Texas, and sessions can also be arranged on location for additional fees.
Do you offer a discovery call?
Yes. Every client can begin with a quick discovery call to talk through their needs and goals and make sure we are the right fit before moving to a consultation.
What happens in the consultation?
We discuss your goals, audience and how you will use your images, and review your brand in a visual audit. We also cover wardrobe, what to bring and how to prepare, and narrow down the style and direction for your photoshoot.
Do you provide hair and makeup?
Yes. Female clients receive professional hair and makeup. Male clients are welcome to use it for grooming and clean-up.
I’m not photogenic. Will I know how to pose?
Yes. Paulina guides you through poses, posture, hands and expressions throughout the session. No modeling experience is needed.
Can I buy just one image?
Yes. You view all your images at your reveal and can purchase one image or a whole collection. Each purchased image is professionally edited and formatted for easy use on your phone and in your marketing.
How long does a session take, and when do I get my images?
Plan for about three to five hours, including hair, makeup and outfit changes. Digital images are typically ready in 48 hours to ten business days, depending on gallery size and editing.
Do you photograph corporate teams?
Yes. Teams can visit our studio for a day of headshots, or we can set up a mini studio at your office and photograph everyone on site.
Do you photograph actors and creatives?
Yes. We plan actor and talent headshots around your casting goals, and create branding images for artists and creatives that reflect your individuality.
Can I use my images for marketing?
Yes. Purchased images can be used for your business and personal needs, including advertising, publishing and reprinting. Images may not be sold for third-party advertising.
Is the session fee refundable?
Yes. The session fee is refundable up to seven days before your photoshoot.
Ready to elevate
your professional image?
Austin · San Antonio · Central Texas