The Pros and Cons of Hosting a Photo Session in Your Home or Office
Pros + Cons of On-Location Photo Sessions
I've realized something lately...
Now that I have my own studio, many of my clients assume I don't travel for on-location photo sessions anymore.
While it's nice to host a client at my studio, I equally love meeting them at their own office, studio, or home for their session. An on-location photo session gives your audience the opportunity to really see you and peek behind the curtain of your brand's online presence.
Even with this added bonus that you just can't get from a studio session, there are other pros and cons of booking a session inside your natural habitat -- aka your workplace!
Keep reading to explore a few of these!
CON —
Extra time spent cleaning and decluttering
Real, lived-in homes are not photo-ready. Even the tidiest and minimalist homes aren't photo-ready.
The same goes for offices! A space that looks great in person doesn't always translate on camera.
I suggest setting aside a few hours to prepare your space for a photo session by decluttering, removing outdated branding, and only showcasing the pieces that connect with your brand, and offerings, and are relatable to your audience.
PRO —
Not having to pack, load, unload at the studio, pack up after the session, load into your car, unload at home, and unpack for your session!
While decluttering and cleaning is a "con" in most books, not having to pack and bring props and outfits into a studio is definitely a pro!
If your session takes place in your home, you have your entire closet at the ready. Plus, everything is already very much "you" so including props and personal ques that your audience will relate to will be easy!
PRO —
You’ll be showing a true representation of your brand’s behind-the-scenes
What's more real, honest, and authentic than a photo session that shows the work you do and the experience you create than having it take place exactly where you conduct business?
While decluttering can be a pain, the opportunity to really share and build trust with your audience will always outweigh it as a major 'pro'!
