5 Iconic Poses for Your Brand Photoshoot (for men)

One of the first comments I get when people call about Brand Photoshoots is that they have no idea what to do in front of the camera.

The good thing is that I got you and I will guide you throughout your photoshoot, you don’t need to know what to do.

Here are some of the iconic poses we can do:

1. straight to the camera

   It’s always a powerful portrait and headshot pose. What makes this photo work is expression. A serious gaze will create a powerful image while a warm smile will make you look approachable.

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2. hard at work

Lifestyle photos showing you at work always add authenticity to your branding.

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3. wall lean

I’ve always loved this pose and it’s become one of the most requested poses for Brand Photoshoots.

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4. desk lean

This is such a versatile pose, depending on your expression it can look very serious or very approachable.

5. in a chair

Using a chair usually takes care of a very common problem during photoshoots: “I don’t know what to do with my hands and legs!”

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Monica

It was a pleasure to capture Dr. Monica Vermani, a Psychologist, Speaker, Teacher and Author in the field of mental health and wellness.

The goal for Dr. Vermani’s Brand Photoshoot was to capture both professional and casual looks. The photos will be used for marketing across many platforms, including websites, youtube and social media.

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6 Iconic Outfits for Your Brand Photoshoot (for women)

There's no question that
great wardrobe = great photoshoot

Women ask me all the time: what should I wear for my photoshoot?

Great wardrobe doesn't mean designer only wardrobe.
Great photoshoot wardrobe is wardrobe that is authentic to you
and compliments your look well.

Check out these
6 Iconic Outfits
I hope they inspire you for your next photoshoot:

1. a tailored blazer

A good quality, tailored blazer is such a statement piece and it can be styled many ways.
Combine it with a mini skirt for a modern look, with jeans for a casual look or with a pencil skirt to look professional.

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2. jeans + top

It's a known fact casual outfits make you look more approachable.
If it's approprate for your profession, bring jeans + top to your Brand Photoshoot!

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3. white

I always ask clients to bring at least one white outfit to their Brand Photoshoot.
White has the air of timeless elegance that never goes out of style.

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4. a turtleneck

Turtlenecks frame our faces beautifully, which works perfectly for photos.
Depending on the fabric and sleeve length, you can wear them all seasons!

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5. a short sleeve blazer

I don't see this outfit out there enough, it's so unique and more approachable than a traditional long sleeve blazer.

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6. a statement blouse

They are so fun to photograph and make photos interesting to look at.
Remember to skip thick cotton blouses and choose a flowy fabric instead.

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5 Favourite Books about Confidence

Hello Pure Tribe!

Today I want to share my 5 favourite books about confidence with you.

Healthy confidence is so important, because it allows us to build a life we truly want. It always amazes me how people’s confidence grows after doing a photoshoot. The change is remarkable!

Even if our confidence is not where we want it to be at the moment, we can always work on it.

Here are my 5 favourite books that will help you build healthy confidence:

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There is nothing wrong with you by Cheri Huber

Cheri’s book helps to get down to the root of the problem and understand why we may lack confidence. It provides a lot of tools to work on our confidence.

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Brave by Rose McGowan

Rose McGowan’s memoir is a tale of building bravery and confidence from nothing. Rose grew up in a cult, faced abuse and harassment in her work. Her life story can be an inspiration to so many people.

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The Bravest You by Adam Kirk Smith

Adam Kirk Smith’s book is very practical, because it breaks down the bravery process into 5 steps and also talks in detail about different fears (the fear of unknown, the fear of etc.)

It’s a book you can come back to many times and always learn something new.

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Daring Greatly by Brene Brown

Brene Brown’s “Daring Greatly” is a classic.

Brene helps us find strength in the journey, not in results.

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A Radical Awakening by Dr. Shefali

This book is my recent favourite. It can be especially helpful for women. We often bury our true selves to please others. But there usually comes a tipping point and it’s time to wake up. It’s a very empowering book to read.

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Recently I was interviewed by Juliana Leamen, the host of Confidence from Within Podcast.

We had a lovely discussion about finding confidence in front of the camera. You can listen to it HERE.

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Winter Favourites 2022

Over the years I’ve grown to love winter more, but we’re still not best friends.

I love the atmosphere of Christmas, dreamy snow, mulled wine, cozy sweaters. I also have a hard time with shorter days, less sunlight and being lazy and unmotivated. Pandemic winter has obviously been especially hard.

Here are some of my recent favourites which have helped me enjoy this winter much more!

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RED COAT

A vibrant coat is something that can really lift your mood during dark winter days. I’ve been looking for a red coat for some time and finally found a beautiful one.

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JEAN DRESS

People often think my wardrobe is quite big, but I actually invest in quality timeless pieces. This recycled jean dress is unbelievably comfortable and I know I will enjoy it for years.

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BOOKS

Reading is certainly one of activities that helped me cling to my sanity over the past two years. I’m always grateful for books and there’s always more on my list.

“Sweetness of water” by Nathan Harris synopsis: In the waning days of the Civil War, brothers Prentiss and Landry—freed by the Emancipation Proclamation—seek refuge on the homestead of George Walker and his wife, Isabelle. The Walkers, wracked by the loss of their only son to the war, hire the brothers to work their farm, hoping through an unexpected friendship to stanch their grief. Prentiss and Landry, meanwhile, plan to save money for the journey north and a chance to reunite with their mother, who was sold away when they were boys.

“Nothing but the truth” by Marie Henein synopsis: An intimate and no-holds-barred memoir by Canada's top defence lawyer, Nothing But the Truth weaves Marie Henein's personal story with her strongly held views on society's most pressing issues, legal and otherwise.

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MOVIE

“The Last Duel” synopsis: Jean de Carrouges is a respected knight known for his bravery and skill on the battlefield. Jacques Le Gris is a squire whose intelligence and eloquence makes him one of the most admired nobles in court. When Le Gris viciously assaults Carrouges' wife, she steps forward to accuse her attacker, an act of bravery and defiance that puts her life in jeopardy. The ensuing trial by combat, a grueling duel to the death, places the fate of all three in God's hands.

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PHOTO OF THE SEASON

It’s always extremely hard to choose a favourite photo of the season, because I love them all. Capturing this moment with Baljit was true magic!

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TV

It’s always lovely to relax with a good series. I’ve been spending my evenings with these two shows lately.

Younger: This show is funny, witty and the cast is amazing! Synopsis: Liza Miller, a 40-year-old recently divorced mother who, after finding it difficult to get a job at her age, attempts to pass herself off as a 26-year-old in order to get any job in her pre-mom career to support herself and her college age daughter.

Witcher: I’ve always been a fan of the Witcher because of my Polish roots. I’m enjoying the Netflix show quite a lot, however I wish there were more episodes in both seasons. Even though the show is about a monster hunter, it’s truly about love, friendship and politics.

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QUOTE

Business is all about relationships.

Learn to maintain healthy relationships, figure out who you connect with best.

Make sure to give credit, make sure to give back, make sure to show appreciation and say thank you.

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Wishing you a beautiful winter!

xoxo, Agnes

Fall Favourites 2021

Over the years, I’ve come to love fall.

I used to get sad when summer was ending but now I enjoy the slower pace of fall. Longer evenings are perfect for cooking, reading, watching movies or walks with your friends and family.

Here’s some of my fall favourites so far:

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MOVIE

I loved “Bombshell. The Hedy Lamarr Story” as I’m going through a documentary phase now.

Synopsis: Austrian actress Hedy Lamarr fled an oppressive marriage to create a name for herself as one of Hollywood's top leading ladies in the 1940s. Behind the glamour and sex appeal, though, was a talented and inquisitive inventor who created a radio system that is now considered the basis of Bluetooth technology.

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CROCHETELLA PURSE

I found Crochetella on social media and fell in love with their stunning purses. The first one I got is in my favourite colour, green, but there’s over 40 beautiful colours to choose from. This model (Bellona) comes with a removable long strap as well.

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BOOK

Self-help books can be a hit or miss for me, but I really enjoyed this book by dr. Shefali. I don’t want to reveal too much, but there were certainly a few powerful aha! moments for me.

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CARROT APPLE CAKE

This cake is so delicious with everything, you can have it in the morning with your coffee or in the evening with a mug of tea. I avoid sugar, so I barely add any when I make it.

2 cups grated carrot

1 apple, peeled and grated

2,5 cups all purpose flour

2 tsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp salt

1 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp nutmeg

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup melted unsalted butter

3/4 cup milk

2 eggs

1 tsp vanilla

1. Preheat oven to 350 F/177 C

2. Oil or spray a 9x5 inch (2 L) loaf pan. Grate apple and measure 3/4 cup. When measuring carrot and apple, do not pack down. Squeeze measured apple using your hands to remove as much liquid as you can.

3. In a bowl, whisk flour with baking powder, soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg. Make a well in the centre. In a large bowl, whisk sugar with melted butter until mixed. Whisk in milk, then eggs and vanilla. Using a fork, stir in grated apple, then carrot until evenly distributed. Pour into dry ingredients and fold together until no streaks of flour remain. Mixture will be thick. Turn into prepared pan and spread out evenly.

4. Bake in centre of preheated oven for 65-70 minutes.

(recipe from Food & Drink Autumn 2021)

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SHOES

From the moment I saw Christian Louboutin pump collection in warm browns, I was hooked. I’m sure every shoe lover will understand. These pumps are beautiful for fall and the contrast of brown shades with red soles in undeniably stunning.

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PHOTO OF THE SEASON

From the moment we met online for their photoshoot consultation, I had this idea in my mind for a photo with Adriana and Andrea (they are face yoga experts) lying down with gua shas. We were all very happy with how this idea materialized!

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QUOTE

As women we give so much of ourselves to others and it’s good to remind ourselves we are valuable just as we are and we need self-care too. Fall is a great time to do something for yourself! It might be picking up a hobby you’ve always wanted to try, seeing friends regularly or treating yourself with something special.

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Wishing you a lovely fall!

xoxo, Agnes