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IS YOUR HEADSHOT HOLDING YOU BACK?

Confidence

Your confidence is going to come from your eyes. You’re going to want to avoid that deer in the headlights look to drive home the fact that you’re an expert in your field.

Approachability

The approachability factor is a combination of the body language and the smile. Not all smiles are created equal and if it falls flat or looks fake, you can forget about looking approachable.  

Psychology

What are you trying to conveigh with your headshot? Does your current headshot get the job done, or is it costing you opportunities? Is your headshot positioning you properly to get the work you’re looking for?

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YOU NEED A HEADSHOT BUT HATE BEING PHOTOGRAPHED

Sound familiar? Fear not. I get this ALL the time. Anyone can click the shutter on camera, but it takes an expert like myself to coach you from behind the camera. There's a learning curve to being photographed. If you walk through the door with a the ability to follow instructions, I can take care of the rest. This is one of those scenarios in life where you absolutely get out what you put in. It's a team effort.

CELEBRATING 8 YEARS OF SUCCESS!

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Environmental Portraits

Are you looking for a little something different for your headshot? We've got the answer! Environmental Portraits are included as part of our Personal Branding Makeover package.

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The People have spoken

• It doesn't get any better than Michael! I booked the 3 look package, and now I'm off to NYC!

  

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• Definitely the best headshot photographer in Chicago! I would recommend Mike to anybody.

  

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• I HIGHLY recommend Mike with 312 Elements for any of your photography needs!  I needed new professional headshots for my business and Mike did a fantastic job, and was a pleasure to work with

  

  , Megan ,

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• I wanted the best, so I went with 312 Elements. I couldn't be happier with the experience.

  

  , David ,

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• I usually don't love being photographed, but I would go back to 312 Elements and work with Mike again in a heartbeat! He made it easy!

  

  , Martha ,

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• I didn't want the traditional corporate look. I wanted to look young and hip. Mike listened and made sure I got exactly what I wanted. 5 star service!

  

  , Paul ,

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• As a young professional, I wanted to invest in my personal branding to set myself apart from the competition. Thank you 312 Elements for all of your help!

  

  , Danny ,

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• I had no idea how much fun getting headshots done was going to be! I can't wait for my next session.

  

  , Noe ,

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• I love my new headshot, and the ladies dig it too!

  

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Would you call yourself photogenic?

If you answered yes to that question, you’re definitely in the minority. Our business exploded in 2012 when we discovered the secret to helping people look their best in photos. Not only will you be coached throughout the process by one of the best headshot photographers in the country, but you’ll also be able to review the images in real-time to put your mind at ease.

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IT’S NOT JUST A PHOTOSHOOT, IT’S AN EXPERIENCE!

Located in the popular Fulton Market district, we're not only easy to find, but we're also where the action is. Make a day of it. Have your makeup done at the studio, grab a bite in the west loop, and head out for a night on the town.
 

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WE INCLUDE RETOUCHING IN MOST OF OUR PACKAGES BECAUSE WE COULD ALL USE A LITTLE BIT OF PHOTOSHOP

MICHAEL SCHACHT – OWNER/PHOTOGRAPHER

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SHOULD I BOOK A MAKEUP ARTIST FOR MY HEADSHOT SESSION?

The hard part about doing your own makeup is having enough of it on so that you look good in the lights, but doing it in a way that looks like you’re not wearing much makeup at all. If you’re on the fence, hire the makeup artist!

WILL YOU PHOTOSHOP MY HEADSHOT?

We’re going to take a lot of great pictures of you. I’m going to send you home with a copy of every image you like. Your favorite image will be sent to the retoucher. We want you to look your best, but we also want to make sure you still look like you.

 

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HOW MUCH DOES A HEADSHOT COST?

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• GREAT FOR PASSPORTS
• WEB OPTIMIZED JPG
• RETOUCHING N/A
• HIGH RESOLUTION FILE N/A
• MAKEUP ARTIST N/A

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• 1 LOOK (1 OUTFIT)
• 1 RETOUCHED FILE INCLUDED
• $140 OPTIONAL MAKEUP
• UNLIMITED DIGITAL PROOFS

MAKEOVER

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• 3 DIFFERENT LOOKS
• 3 DIFFERENT BACKGROUNDS
• 3 RETOUCHED FILES
• PROOFS PROVIDED
• OPTIONAL MAKEUP $200

Download our 2017 Price Guide PDF

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Michael Schacht

Owner | Photographer | Educator

I’m both a husband and a father. My wife Meghan, and daughters Layla and Norah, are at the core of my support network. Everything I do, I do for them, and they help make this all possible. Our life revolves around food. A couple of times a week, my girls and I go out for Daddy Daughter breakfasts. It’s quite often the highlight of my week.  I’m also a big geek. I love technology, and computers, and fancy cameras. I’m usually one of those guys that wakes up at 2:00am to preorder the newest Apple products.

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