CINCINNATI PHOTOGRAPHER

When you’re the (best) publisher and you’re asked to do an interview for a different publication — it calls for a photoshoot of your own. 🤗✨ Brandy is the heart and creative force behind Hyde Park City Lifestyle . Through the magazine, she has built a thriving community. With her vision, the publication has quickly become a hub for local founders, designers, creators, and leaders — all connected by a shared love for Cincinnati and the people who make it special. What makes B

A Cincinnati Classic If you’ve ever stepped into Hotel Covington , you already understand why it’s earned so much attention and recognition (ahem, @southernlivingmag, @tripadvisor, @usworldnews 👀). This boutique hotel in Northern Kentucky blends luxury, charm, and hospitality in a way that feels both sophisticated and welcoming. Whether you’re there for dinner at @coppinsrestaurant , a cocktail by the fire, or a weekend getaway, it’s one of those places that captures Cincinn

Recently, I was invited to be featured in a national online magazine about life as a photographer. I was so flattered. The article deadline came with a quick turnaround however, and I I had to answer some in-depth questions then pull together a photoshoot in just a few days. Suddenly, I was in the shoes of my clients. I trusted my photographer completely, but uggh—I stalled in front of the camera. I have coached so many clients through this, but being the one in front of the

For the past sixteen years, I’ve taken a mystery trip with my nine closest college girlfriends. We take turns planning, three of us plan the entire getaway—flights, hotels, all the details—while the other six receive nothing but a packing list. No itinerary, no expectations. Just trust, laughter, and sunscreen. This year, we went to Mexico. We ate tacos under palm trees, chatted for hours by the pool, worked out each morning, swam in the ocean, and felt genuinely beautiful—in

By Bonnie Phillips, Cincinnati Branding Photographer You already know your “About Me” page needs a great photo. But here’s the thing: your brand deserves more  than just a headshot. If you’re a Cincinnati business owner, entrepreneur, or creative who’s also balancing school drop-offs and late-night emails, this post is for you. As a branding photographer, I’ve worked with so many incredible women—moms who are building beautiful lives and meaningful businesses. And I want to t

Strawberry season might seem like a random thing to talk about on a branding photographer’s blog, but stick with me. I recently had the...

Last week, my husband Kris took my son Keller out fishing in our neighborhood. I was wrapping up a few things at the house, then I...

Did you know there are more than 8,000 children who experience homelessness in Cincinnati each year? Cincinnati makes it way to the top...

*All images in this article were taken in my studio, not by AI. Recently, photographer Peter Hurley, led an interesting discussion about...

I bet you have been hearing a lot of conversation about branding sessions lately. Are you left wondering, what exactly is a branding...

I always get asked this question after a client books a headshot session -- "What should I wear?" The answer obviously can vary depending...

Wow, I haven't blogged in forever. Foreverrrr. The truth is, I have never before blogged on my professional photography website. So why...