Become a confident storyteller for your brand to stand out and sell more. I'm a Visual Brand Coach and Award-Winning Photographer (featured in NY Times, Instagram, Apple). I help badass women entrepreneurs own their stories, showcase their uniqueness, and create brands that are downright magical. Ready to make your brand sizzle? Get your hands on my free brand guide packed with five essential ingredients to create an unforgettable brand experience.
Feeling camera shy?
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Dear Reader, As a brand coach and headshot photographer, I encounter many talented women who struggle with self-doubt when it's time to be on camera. This makes me sad. Many women doubt their appearance, question their worth, and wonder if their headshots truly reflect their accomplishments. Capturing our professional essence can reveal insecurities about aging, staying relevant, and being seen in a youth-focused society. Here are 3 insights to help you overcome headshot challenges: It's common to battle self-doubt and question if you're truly reflecting your success. Remember, being camera-ready is about more than just your appearance. It’s capturing your essence and journey. 2. Challenge Perceptions Your headshot should capture the real you at any age. Choose a photographer who puts you at ease and captures your authentic self. 3. Cultivate Self-Compassion Vulnerability is part of this process. Seek out and embrace support from uplifting friends or mentors. Embracing camera readiness is about showcasing your confidence, your authenticity, and your entrepreneurial spirit with pride. Alpana | I help women entrepreneurs craft storytelling headshots, making their brands stand out. |
The Secret Sauce is Your Story
Alpana Aras | Brand Storyteller + Photographer
Become a confident storyteller for your brand to stand out and sell more. I'm a Visual Brand Coach and Award-Winning Photographer (featured in NY Times, Instagram, Apple). I help badass women entrepreneurs own their stories, showcase their uniqueness, and create brands that are downright magical. Ready to make your brand sizzle? Get your hands on my free brand guide packed with five essential ingredients to create an unforgettable brand experience.
Dear Reader,Guess who's back? After a tough spell with an illness since March and a slow recovery, I’m headed in for dental surgery today—fingers crossed, and good vibes are needed! But hey, there's some exciting news, too. I’ve rediscovered my passion in a new venture—creating visual brands! It feels like coming home, given my past life as a graphic and web designer. Let me give you a glimpse: I'm currently weaving a visual story for a fantastic florist who hired me as her brand coach last...
Dear Reader, This week's a vivid blend of my two worlds – the Indian and American cultures – and I love it. Candles at the Basilica of Bom Jesus in Goa, India It's like walking with one foot in each world, and honestly, it’s pretty awesome. Think about it.Our business ethos is deeply influenced by our cultural roots. Being nestled between these diverse cultures gives me a unique outlook and a global perspective. And you know what? It could be the secret sauce your business needs to cross...
Dear Reader, Yesterday, this photo popped up in my memories and made me smile. This is my son's first "cell phone."At eight or nine, he really wanted a real one, claiming all his friends had one.Sadly for him, having an Indian mom it didn't work out for him – until he got to 8th grade, but that is another story.So he took matters into his own hands and crafted one exactly how he wanted.It had all the essentials: a speed dial to connect with my husband and me and, of course, a line to J.M....