--- title: How to Prepare for an Executive Portrait Session description: "How to prepare for an executive portrait session: purpose, clothing, setting, preparation and time." image: https://perfectionshoots.com/hs-fs/hubfs/web-optimized/ThankYouHappyNewYear-70-web.jpg?width=1200 --- [Skip to content](https://perfectionshoots.com/news/how-to-prepare-for-an-executive-portrait-session#main-content) Nov 6, 2026, 8:05:44 PM # How to Prepare for an Executive Portrait Session ![Picture of Emmanuel J.marie](https://perfectionshoots.com/hs-fs/hubfs/EMmanuel%20Jeanmarie%20Photo--13.jpg?width=50&name=EMmanuel%20Jeanmarie%20Photo--13.jpg) [Emmanuel J.marie](https://perfectionshoots.com/news/author/emmanueljeanmarie) Share: [facebook-f icon](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://perfectionshoots.com/news/how-to-prepare-for-an-executive-portrait-session) [Share this page on LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://perfectionshoots.com/news/how-to-prepare-for-an-executive-portrait-session) [Share this page on X](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://perfectionshoots.com/news/how-to-prepare-for-an-executive-portrait-session) [Share this page on Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https://perfectionshoots.com/news/how-to-prepare-for-an-executive-portrait-session) [envelope icon](mailto:?body=https://perfectionshoots.com/news/how-to-prepare-for-an-executive-portrait-session) A portrait is often the first meeting. Before a client reads a word, they have seen your face. An executive portrait should say who you are and how you lead, quietly and with confidence. A little preparation makes the session feel effortless. ![An executive portrait in window light, Perfectionshoots personal brand portraits Colorado](https://perfectionshoots.com/hs-fs/hubfs/web-optimized/ThankYouHappyNewYear-70-web.jpg?width=1200) Presence, in natural light ## Decide what the portrait is for A website, a book jacket, a speaking profile, a press kit and a professional network each call for slightly different frames. Tell your studio where the images will live and who will see them. ## Choose clothing that fits you - Wear what you would wear to your most important meeting - Solid colors and classic cuts photograph well; avoid busy patterns - Bring a second look for variety - Make sure everything is pressed and fits comfortably ## Plan the setting Some portraits belong in an office, some at a window, some outdoors. Choose settings that tell the truth about your work. We can scout your location in advance and plan for the light. ![A personal brand portrait, Perfectionshoots portrait session](https://perfectionshoots.com/hs-fs/hubfs/web-optimized/BEst%20of%20best%20for%20website%20%285%20of%2015%29-web.jpg?width=1200) A setting that tells the truth about your work ## Prepare yourself - Get a good night of rest and drink water - Schedule a haircut a few days before, not the day of - Bring items that tell your story, if they suit you - Think of someone you enjoy talking to; it shows ## Make time for it Rushed portraits look rushed. Block a calm window with no meetings before or after, and let the session breathe. ## Frequently asked questions **How long is a portrait session?** It depends on locations and looks. We will recommend a plan once we know your goals. **Can you photograph a whole team?** Yes. We can plan a day of individual portraits for a team and a group image. **Where can I see portrait work?** Visit our [portrait sessions](https://perfectionshoots.com/portraits) and read about [briefing a photographer for corporate events](https://perfectionshoots.com/news/how-to-brief-a-photographer-for-your-corporate-event). ## Preparing for your portrait? Tell us what the images are for, and we will plan a session that fits. 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