Branding

Show off your brand with photos that speak before you say a word. Whether you're launching a business or leveling up your look, these sessions are clean, approachable, and uniquely you.

Authentic. Confident. Unapologetically You.



Welcome to my branding portfolio — a curated collection of lifestyle headshots and storytelling brand imagery created for small business owners, creatives, and entrepreneurs in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding Metro East area.


Whether you're launching a new service, refreshing your website, or simply ready to show up more confidently online, I offer natural light branding sessions that feel relaxed and real. We'll capture not just what you do — but who you are.


From quick 45-minute sessions to full content days, these branding experiences are designed to give you on-brand images for social media, websites, and marketing materials that actually reflect your personality and purpose.

Black-and-white portrait of a podcasting couple laughing together during their studio branding session
Podcast co-hosts standing together during a clean and modern branding photography session in Edwardsville
Podcasting couple smiling together during an approachable personal-brand photography session at Tara Lee Photography
Podcasting couple sharing a candid moment during a relaxed lifestyle branding session at the TLP studio
Female podcast host smiling confidently during an individual personal-brand portrait session in Edwardsville
Podcast co-hosts photographed in a dramatic seated portrait for their professional brand imagery
Podcasting couple posing in coordinated black outfits during a polished studio branding session at TLP
Podcast co-hosts smiling together against a dark backdrop during an Edwardsville branding photography session
Podcast co-hosts posing with a laptop during a modern studio branding photography session
Podcast co-hosts smiling together during a personal-brand photography session at Tara Lee Photography
Male podcast host seated with a laptop during an individual professional-brand portrait in Edwardsville
Podcasting couple wearing coordinated black outfits during a dramatic personal-brand photography session in Edwardsville
Podcast co-hosts posing back-to-back during a professional branding photography session in Edwardsville
Podcasting couple laughing in the lifestyle area of the TLP studio during their professional branding session
Black-and-white portrait of podcast co-hosts during a creative studio branding photography session
Podcasting couple smiling together during a bright and approachable lifestyle branding photography session
Podcast co-hosts holding a laptop and phone during a content-focused branding photography session in Edwardsville
Podcast co-hosts posing together for approachable lifestyle branding photos at Tara Lee Photography
Professional headshot of a smiling woman photographed against a black studio background in Edwardsville
Woman smiling with crossed arms during a professional headshot session against a clean white backdrop
Approachable professional headshot of a woman posing against a light studio background at TLP
A hand holds a silver glitter business card with elegant text design against a soft blurred background.
Woman in black top sits at desk with laptop and coffee while working from home office setup.
A black and white photo series showing a person in a sheer black top and light pants posing playfully against a wall.
A woman in a black mesh top and light jeans poses against a wall in a series of artistic dance-inspired movements.
Professional portrait series showing relaxed poses against wall with framed certificates in brown tones.
A person takes a sip from a glass while sitting in a dimly lit room with a moody atmosphere.
Interior of a cosmetic treatment office with gold lettering on the wall and modern decor.
A sequence of hands dropping red gummy bears into a glass of sparkling wine to create a fun cocktail.
A person wearing black gloves and sheer top holds up a small pink bottle against a dark background.
A series of profile shots showing someone examining a small pink object in dramatic lighting.
Black and white photo series showing person in casual attire posing with pillow against geometric patterned backdrop.
Black and white photos showing a professional workspace with certificates and lighting mounted on walls.
A professional cosmetic procedure being performed in a medical office with certificates displayed on the wall.
A series of fashion portraits showing a brown blazer paired with light denim jeans and a white top in different poses.
A series of photos showing someone receiving a professional facial treatment and skincare services at a spa.
A series of five connected photos showing someone sitting alone by a window, depicting solitude and contemplation.
Lifestyle portrait session featuring cream colored sweater and elegant jewelry in warm indoor setting.
A person in a cream-colored dress poses expressively against a pink brick wall in a four-photo collage.
Black and white photo series with outdoor cafe chairs showing casual lifestyle poses.
Woman in cream sweater dress poses playfully with basketball against pink brick wall in photo series.
A colorful mural featuring hearts and floral designs painted on a pink wall with inset alcoves.
Professional portrait series showing a person in a beige blazer and jeans against a neutral background.
Professional wearing a beige blazer and jeans works on laptop while smiling in a modern office setting.
Professional fashion photoshoot against white brick wall showing casual business style outfit with jeans and blazer.
Person in glasses and bright green sweater poses outdoors in a wooded setting with warm natural lighting.
A person in a bright green cardigan and beige dress poses outdoors in a sunlit park setting with trees in the background.
Person wearing green blazer and white dress leans on wooden railing in sunny outdoor setting.
Person in green cardigan and glasses smiles while looking at phone on outdoor wooden deck.
A person in a bright green cardigan and white dress sits on a wooden bench in a sunlit outdoor setting.
Passport and globe being held against a blurred blue background, symbolizing international travel and exploration.
Person in a black vest and striped shirt relaxes on a porch with a blue coffee mug in hand.
Hand with painted nails holds up a navy blue US passport against wooden background in sequence photos.
People working at minimalist white desks against a wooden wall backdrop in a modern office setting.
Person in striped shirt and jeans using keyboard while sitting with blue coffee mug nearby.
A collage of four photos showing someone in a floral top and jeans organizing books on white bookshelves against a gray wall.
Person wearing glasses sitting at a desk writing in a notebook while laughing at the camera.
Someone holds a series of US passports fanned out against a background with red flowers and green foliage.
Woman in floral blouse holds passport and globe while smiling in an office setting.
Person in floral top and jeans stands against wood panel wall while using smartphone in casual indoor setting.
Person in dark blazer poses professionally against neutral brown background in studio setting.
Professional in grey suit works on laptop while showing signs of stress and frustration in modern office setting.
Professional lifestyle portrait featuring brown leather blazer and white top with cozy sofa and houseplant in background.
Person wearing brown loungewear relaxes and lounges on white couch in lifestyle photoshoot series.
Person in grey blazer working with MacBook laptop and smartphone while sitting on white chair.
Creative headshot series with various expressions in dark blazer against warm brown backdrop.
Someone in a brown leather jacket poses casually on a white couch while wearing a light colored top.
Professional portrait series showing poses in brown blazer against white wall in natural lighting.
A person in a black blazer strikes various poses against a brown studio backdrop with warm lighting.
Hands planting young seedlings in fresh soil showing step by step gardening process in natural outdoor setting.
A person's hand gently touches golden wheat stalks in a sunlit summer field during harvest season.
Person in casual attire crouches down to examine mature wheat crops in a sunlit agricultural field.
Several closeup photos of lacrosse players wearing protective gear and helmets during a game or practice.
Farmer examining red seed corn next to Pioneer seed bags in agricultural field.
Hands carefully pour bright red pomegranate arils into a white and orange container against a blurred background.
Young corn plants emerging from tilled soil in agricultural field.
Person in casual attire sitting in agricultural field with sunglasses and baseball cap.
Person wearing a green sweater and baseball cap stands in a golden wheat field while looking into the distance.
Farmer wearing white t-shirt and jeans standing in wheat field at harvest time.
Medical professional in vibrant pink scrubs sitting on wooden stool against brown background.
Healthcare worker in pink uniform holding medical vial while wearing protective gloves.
Medical professional in bright pink scrubs holding syringes and wearing protective gloves against brown backdrop.
Healthcare worker in pink scrubs and gloves drinking from black coffee cup.
Person in pink medical scrubs and white sneakers sitting on reflective surface.
Healthcare worker in pink scrubs sitting beside potted plant in bright setting.
Professional portrait of person in royal blue blazer and black dress against grey background.
Professional headshot of person in beige blazer and black top against grey backdrop.
Studio portrait of person wearing black sleeveless dress against grey background.
Corporate headshot of person in white blazer with sparkly blouse against light background.
Professional portrait of person in royal blue sweater against dark background.
Photographer wearing pink t-shirt and decorative cap poses with camera near indoor plants.
Professional headshot of person in dark suit and blue button-up shirt against grey background.
Close up of photographer looking through viewfinder of DSLR camera.
Professional photographer sitting on couch with camera and laptop.
Lifestyle photo of photographer relaxing with coffee and laptop.
Person holding black Canon DSLR camera against peach colored background.

 

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