Chicago, United States of America Personal Branding Photographers That I Highly Recommend

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Hannah Knight

City:

Peoria, IL

Loves working with:

I love working with service providers that value and understand the importance of showing up online! The business owners who want to stand out of the crowd, goal driven, and are ready to show up for their brand!! Bonus points if they love the bright/artsy vibe vs. 90's headshots!

Photoshoot locations:

I shoot in my own photo studio which is also a rental studio - The Studio On Sampson in Tremont, IL. I also shoot outdoors and on-site locations. My clients love my studio because it has great natural light, trendy furniture, seamless papers, and a lot of variety!!

Photography style / aesthetic:

My photography style is bright! I thrive with bright and bold brands who love color! My style is also very true to color and timeless. I love mixing in black and white photos, motion blur, flatlays, and fun posing.

Languages spoken:

English

Vibe check:

I'm a true hype girl for my clients, no need to question where to put your hands or how to pose. I guide them the whole time while reminding how much of a boss they are!!

Fun fact / hidden talent:

I once raised a squirrel and was known as the "girl with the squirrel".. even better, her name was earl!! Yes, earl.. because I got her gender wrong for the first several weeks of her life!

Website: https://www.alwaysflourishingphotography.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysflourishingphotography/

Maija Martin

City:

Chicago, IL

Loves working with:

I love working with people that either have creative energy and/or are creative-thinkers. (Creativity can be in a LOT of forms.) The people I tend to gravitate towards most within my business (and personal life!) are those that are on a mission to make this world just a tiny bit better. They have a love for learning and a certain openness of heart and mind.

Photoshoot locations:

I work one-on-one with the client to determine the best, on-brand location for their photos. Most often, it is in their places of work because that is an essential ingredient to the storytelling aspect of branding photos. If they don't have a spot, I've taken clients around downtown Chicago, to coffee shops, restaurants, rented studios, hotels...there are so many places!

Photography style / aesthetic:

I am a collaborator with a vision. I keep it relaxed so people feel safe being themselves. I consider it my super power to find the beautiful spark that lies within my clients. The goal is authentic storytelling.

Languages spoken:

English

Vibe check:

I am an outgoing introvert who really loves most humans - I carry this energy into photo sessions as I watch for the parts of each individual and encourage their best selves to shine.

Fun fact / hidden talent:

I am a bit of a dog whisperer. And I can drive a stick shift.

Website:

https://maijamartinphotography.com/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/maijamartinphotography/