Recently, I had the honor of photographing Robin H, a remarkable woman I first met more than 25 years ago at when she was doing very interesting epidemiological work at Pfizer, passionate and full of life. We connected instantly. Over the years, I’ve photographed her several times, in 2017, and again recently.
This latest session in her midtown home carried new meaning. Robbin now uses a wheelchair, but her energy and warmth were as powerful as ever. She wanted her portraits to reflect that vibrancy; to show that even as life changes, our essence remains.
“It’s always nice when people come back”.
That simple phrase carries deep significance. When clients return for updated portraits, it reflects trust, connection, and longevity. Not just in business, but in life. The photographs age with you, evolving alongside your personal and professional journey.
Each session becomes an opportunity to reconnect, to go deeper. Over the years, Robbin and I have moved beyond surface-level photography. Our sessions now feel more like conversations about our career, our resilience, and our continuing curiosity about this world. These moments of openness naturally translate through the lens.
That’s the beauty of authentic executive photography. It’s not just about perfect lighting or polished attire, it’s about capturing the person behind the title. The more comfortable someone feels, the more their confidence and character shine through.
When you update your executive headshots regularly, you’re not just refreshing your professional image. You’re strengthening engagement with your audience, showing them your continued presence, adaptability, and authenticity.
“For me, that’s what Executive Portraits are all about! Building long-term relationships, not transactions. Every returning client reminds me that meaningful photography is rooted in connection”
Through trust and time, portraits become something more than images. They become testaments of character, endurance, and evolution.
Robbin’s story is one of vibrancy and grace. A reminder that while time changes everything around us, the spirit we carry inside can remain just as radiant. And in that truth lies the heart of what I strive to capture: the timeless strength of the human soul.
