Category: Headshots

  • Cat Cantrill + Vitality Fitness & Dance Studio | Branding Experience || Cedar Rapids Headshots Photographer

    Cat Cantrill + Vitality Fitness & Dance Studio | Branding Experience || Cedar Rapids Headshots Photographer

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    We can all agree that there are not enough ways to help women to realize their true bad-assery around here – and that’s where Cat Cantrill comes in. Cat is one of my favorite women on the PLANET.  She’s an author, entrepreneur, dancer, choreographer and owner and founder of Vitality Fitness and Dance.  She’s all about women empowerment and is doing whatever she can to help women on their “journey to rediscovery” – to regain their confidence, however they may have lost it along the way. And ladies – it is all about YOU. NO. ONE. ELSE. If you are looking to reignite the fire within yourself, look no further! Just one 20 minute conversation with Cat can make you feel so much better about yourself! 

    When you first hear “dance and fitness” you may think you’re just signing up for another fad fitness class – but Cat and Vitality are SO much more than that. While it all started with Vitality, that is now only just one part of what Cat does – it’s grown to where Cat is now a brand herself. She has the dance, fitness and burlesque classes and workshops, but she realized that stuff isn’t necessarily for everyone, so she added women’s only retreats, FREE mini dance lessons (plus mimosas!), private coaching and makeovers, and troupe performances for those who are ready to show off their confidence again. She really is a woman trying to conquer it all!

    Cat says “one of the reasons I offer the fitness classes – and it’s not just a burlesque studio – is because there’s a need for women to feel accepted and loved for their current body… women come in, they know they can just let go, they know that it’s a no-judgement zone, they know it’s women only… and we don’t tolerate any mean girls, and what I mean by that is, don’t come in and complain about your body… don’t be mean to your fellow sister. No one knows what it feels like to be a woman than another woman.” Also, regarding her burlesque classes, she says, “at Vitality, all the choreography and everything that is done in that studio is designed to help her feel amazing. Not about the audience member… we don’t dance for anybody else, we dance for ourselves.”

    After growing her business for the past six years, Cat thought it was finally time to get some professional headshots, and unlike some other studio headshots, she wanted them done in her own studio so she could show herself in her own environment. This is a little bit about what she had to say regarding her experience: “I knew with [Stephanie] that I could wear what I wanted to wear, to be able to show my personality, and not have a cheesy corporate [look]… those days are over, I don’t have to hide my personality anymore, I don’t have to keep it under wraps anymore… now I’m able to really express myself, and I knew that I could do that with Stephanie and she would be able to beautifully execute my personality in those pictures.”

    Learn more about Cat and Vitality at the links below:

    Website(s): www.crvitalityfitness.com | www.catcantrill.com

    Facebook: Vitality Fitness & Dance Studio | Cat Cantrill

    Instagram: @vitalityfitnessdance | @catcantrill

    Twitter: @vitalityfitdanc

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  • Emily + Soirée Wedding & Event Planning | Branding Experience || Iowa City Headshots Photographer

    Emily + Soirée Wedding & Event Planning | Branding Experience || Iowa City Headshots Photographer

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    Emily is the owner of Soirée, a premier wedding and event planning service here in Eastern Iowa. AAAAND she’s one of my favorite people.  She’s down-to-Earth, really cares about her clients and the services she offers, is genuinely one of the nicest and most talented women I know.

    Emily has been in the party planning arena for nearly ten years, and decided to start her own business in November of 2018. Emily’s passion is helping people, especially with planning weddings or other events and says, “I seriously love what I do and can’t imagine doing anything else!” You can read more about Emily and her achievements on her website listed below!

    When I asked what she was looking for with her headshots, Emily said that she wants people to know that she is “professional, approachable, and fun. I want the photos to give all engaged couples confidence in who I am as a planner plus make them want to be around me.”  And I’m thrilled we were able to do just that!!!

    Emily had this to say about her Branding Headshots session: “[Stephanie] is seriously the best and made me feel so comfortable while taking my photos. Her enthusiasm and joy for what she does is infectious, and we laughed the entire session. It was so much fun! What was even better is now I have gorgeous headshots that are exactly what I had hoped they would be to use for my business.”

    Hair: Michelle Theisen-Konrardy at Meraki 2
    Makeup: Lindsey Michelle, MUA

    You can find out more about Emily and her work with Soirée at the following links:

    Website: www.soireeia.com

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/soireeiowa

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/soireeiowa
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  • Ellyse + Salted Designs | Beauty Headshots || Iowa City Lifestyle Photographer

    Ellyse + Salted Designs | Beauty Headshots || Iowa City Lifestyle Photographer

    I’m so excited to feature Ellyse, owner of Salted Designs – a Branding + Design Studio, helping entrepreneurs and corporations spice up their image!  We met at a networking get-together in the Iowa City area and she decided to hire me to create lifestyle beauty headshots for her and her amazing business!  (These headshots were done in a privately owned home in Kalona.)  Ellyse currently works with new and established businesses, small and large; however in 2019 her goal is to work more with female entrepreneurs.  (Hear that, ladies!  Contact her!!)  She wants to help women achieve their dream and see the vision for their business come to life!

    Here’s a little bit more about her story, but head over to check out Ellyse at Salted Designs!!
    Instagram: @salteddesigns – CLICK HERE
    Facebook: www.facebook.com/salteddesigns
    Website link:  www.salteddesigns.com

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    I started my business in 2006 as a Junior in High School, but have pivoted it several times, resulting in the business it is today. I love every moment; from meeting a business owner to planning to revealing their final design and seeing their vision come alive. My passion for working with different fonts, colors, and designs is something I have had from a young age; but honestly, nothing beats the feeling I get when a customer loves what they receive, and seeing their brand that I helped create out in the public.

    I felt so good after being styled, having my make-up done, chatting with all the amazing women, and then Stephanie made me feel so beautiful and confident. Stephanie is so much more than a photographer. The photos turned out better than I could have imagined!  I cannot wait to use this on my new website and business card. But what’s most important is this newly found confidence has resulted in three new clients!

    Salted Designs’ services include:

    Brand + Logo Design

    Social Media Management

    Website Design

    Videography

     


     

  • Hydrangea Bloom Wedding Florist | Lifestyle Branding Experience || Iowa City Headshots Photographer

    Hydrangea Bloom Wedding Florist | Lifestyle Branding Experience || Iowa City Headshots Photographer

    I’m so excited to be doing a giveaway for MUSE & BLOOMS!

    I’m giving away a FREE ticket to MUSE AND BLOOMS for you OR a friend!!!
    This event is completely sold out!!! (And yes, I’m going!!)

    To be entered to win, you must complete all of the following:
    1. Like Hydrangea Bloom on Facebook and @hydrangeabloomia on Instagram
    2. Leave a comment on the blog post featuring Allison, the owner.
    3. Comment when you’ve completed both steps with the following info: your IG username, your email address (to confirm your blog post comment), and your FAVORITE flower!!!

    If you haven’t met Allison with Hydrangea Bloom, you are missing out!  This talented entrepreneur is an incredible floral designer and designs some of the most beautiful floral arrangements for weddings!
    We were chatting one day about her brand and the image she was trying to convey and the idea of “Lifestyle Branding Experience” was born! Branding is everything… and I’m so excited to be offering this service to business owners who crave photographs in stunning, bright color and that offer a laid back, professional look with plenty of personality added in.
    I’m so thankful for Allison believing in my work and allowing me to help her take her business to the next level.
    Below is a review from her experience!

    Florals: Hydrangea Bloom
    Makeup: Lindsey Faber: Makeup Artist
    Hair: Rhiannon at Lavish Beauty
    Model: Erin Dittmer, All-inspired Wellness
    On-shoulder wedding dress: Brides by Jessa

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    I decided to do the branding experience with Stephanie because I wanted to have consistency in my brand and really be able to show what Hydrangea Bloom is about.  I believe that  Hydrangea Bloom is so much more than a product/service. I saw Stephanie’s work and I knew she could deliver on the aesthetic I was going for.  She not only captured beautiful photos but she captured my personality and helped my brand come alive in still images! I am so in love with the photos that I already have booked her for another session.  She took my brand an captured it beyond my expectations!

    Hydrangea Bloom is an Event floral design company that specializes in wedding floral design. Hydrangea Bloom became in exsistance because I saw a need for a better, more personalized wedding floral experience.  I wanted to brides to look back on their planning and have floral design be one of their most memorable experiences. I wanted each meeting to be fun and personalized, that’s why we meet for coffee, lunch, or even happy hour (my personal fav). Most often are brides have dreamed about their wedding day since they were a little girl and we want to take those dreams and inspirations and make them become reality.  We will work with you every step of the way to develop and tailor your wedding design.  Our bridal bouquets are the pride and joy of Hydrangea Bloom and the reaction of when we deliver a one of a kind bridal bouquet is pure bliss.  When you work with Hydrangea Bloom you are definitely getting way more than just flowers you are becoming Hydrangea Bloom family.

  • Amy D. | Studio Lifestyle Headshots || Iowa City Wedding Photographer

    Amy D. | Studio Lifestyle Headshots || Iowa City Wedding Photographer

    As if my job couldn’t be any more amazing, my friend from Japan flew in from the East coast just for a headshot session with me.  Amy is embarking on an exciting new business venture, Sex Talk 101,  and I’m so excited she trusted me to photograph her for her websites, book series, and marketing for both audio books and podcasts!  Having someone who enjoys my work that much is an honor!!  I’m even more excited to say a few boudoir session’s I’ve photographed will be used by her business as well.

    She was dolled up by Cult Beauty by Liv and Lavish before we went into the studio.  Being a wedding photographer is awesome, but providing an experience like this to women is one of my favorite things to do.  It also helps that Amy is just as beautiful as her personality is badass!!!

    xoxo,

    Steph

  • Lindsay McGowan | Studio Lifestyle Headshots || Iowa City Wedding Photographer

    Lindsay McGowan | Studio Lifestyle Headshots || Iowa City Wedding Photographer

    I still get super excited *and nervous* every time another professional photographer books a session with me.  Luckily, Lindsay is super sweet and she totally made my job easy (I mean, she’s super gorgeous!!).  Her reason for getting these photos done is one that I wish every parent thinks about – to have beautiful photos of herself for her family and children – plus a few gorgeous headshots for her business!  Studio lifestyle headshots are the perfect gift if you aren’t wanting boudoir photos done, but you want beautiful photos of yourself.  Being a wedding photographer is where my heart is, but these sessions are becoming a huge favorite of mine!

    xoxo,
    Steph