Kyle McKay Headshots

Conceptual fashion headshots photography shoot ©TimeLine Media
Conceptual fashion headshots photography shoot ©TimeLine Media

Studio Shoot

Since I have an upcoming group fashion shoot, I wanted to revisit a solo session from last year. The first time I met Kyle McKay, he was a model at a fashion show in Springfield, Virginia. At this time, I was very new to photographing fashion shows. While there may be a lot of events in the area, I ran into Kyle at a couple of them as he worked hard at gaining experience. In getting to know him, he was very ambitious in pursuing more fashion projects, though he was collaborative with everyone involved. So when I wanted to expand by studio portfolio, I reached out to him.

Kyle McKay professional headshots ©TimeLine Media
Kyle McKay professional headshots ©TimeLine Media
Kyle McKay professional headshots ©TimeLine Media

In the time since we last saw each other, Kyle and his friend, Mehr started a styling and makeup company, M&K Productions. When we planned to do a portfolio shoot, both of them came to the studio. Mehr worked her makeup talents to create a professional look for his headshots. Initially, these were a great example of their professional styling. For executives that need updated professional portraits, this look is nicely even.

Conceptual fashion headshots photography shoot ©TimeLine Media

After making some ‘standard’ headshots, I had what I needed for my portfolio. Since we had time, I asked Mehr if she wanted to do something crazy. Because they also have a theatrical painting service in their company, she asked if she could really do something crazy. Of course, I said, ‘Yes!’ So she created this blackbird-inspired look on Kyle’s face. This is a markedly different look from his professional headshot!

Conceptual fashion headshots with Kyle McKay photography shoot ©TimeLine Media

Lastly, I changed up the background with lighting. The black background was working, but sometimes his hair would get lost. When I asked the room for suggestions, red was the consensus! So I put a red gel on a flash, and put it on the background. It was a really enjoyable shoot with these two, and I look forward to future shoots together! If you have any ideas that you would like to work on, please contact me. I am looking for more collaborations in the studio!

Conceptual fashion headshots photography shoot ©TimeLine Media
Conceptual fashion headshots photography shoot ©TimeLine Media
Conceptual fashion headshots photography shoot ©TimeLine Media

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