Not Just for the 'About Me' Page: Branding Photos That Build Connection and Confidence
- Bonnie Phillips
- May 29
- 2 min read
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 take a sec and talk about how branding photos can help you connect with your ideal clients and show up confidently in every part of your business.
These Photos Are About More Than Marketing
Yes, you'll walk away with beautiful images that look incredible on your website, LinkedIn, or your next podcast guest bio. But branding photography is also about giving you the confidence to be seen.
When you show up online with imagery that feels like you—polished but real, warm but professional—you build trust with your audience. And you remind yourself that you are the face of something worth showing off.
Seven Women. One Cover. A Whole Lot of Power.
This spring, I had the honor of photographing seven powerhouse women—each an entrepreneur, leader, and visionary in her own right—for a special feature with Hyde Park City Lifestyle Magazine.
The cover ladies featured for HPCL May issue were bad ass women, balancing families, businesses, community impact, and personal growth. And the photos we created together? Magic. One hundred percent cover worthy.
It wasn’t just about looking good. It was about being seen—as the CEOs, the creatives, the founders.
This shoot was proof of what happens when women invest in themselves—and each other. The results were bold, magnetic, and deeply human.
Where Can You Use Branding Photos (Besides Your Website)?
Instagram and Facebook profile photos
Your email signature
Online course launches
Speaker bios
PR and media kits
Press features (like a magazine cover!)
Zoom profile
Even framed in your office—for the reminder you are her
Let’s Be Honest: You Deserve This
You’re investing in your kids, your business, and your clients—every single day. It’s okay to invest in yourself too. A professional branding session isn’t just a luxury. It’s a tool for growth, confidence, and visibility.
You deserve images that:
You absolutely love
Tell your brand story with intention
Remind you of how far you’ve come
Ready to Show Up Fully?
If you’ve been waiting for the “right” time to book a session—this is it.
Let’s create branding photos that help you connect, sell, grow, and inspire. Not just for the “About Me” page—but for every place your story deserves to be seen.
Book your session today or reach out with questions—let’s make this your season of being seen.
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