Sydney South west

Professional

Headshots

A fun and relaxed environment

Being in front of a camera can be intimidating for most people and might be about as enjoyable as visiting the dentist. However, we are here to assist you every step of the way and believe that if you can relax and focus on enjoying the process, great results will follow. Don is an experienced professional headshot photographer who knows all the tricks and banter to help clients quickly forget about the camera. This is crucial to capturing the most authentic shots.

Friendly and energetic studio headshot of a smiling professional man in a black suit, captured by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park. This engaging portrait projects confidence and approachability against a clean white background.

What To Expect

Headshots can be taken in a studio or outside using natural light, depending on the desired aesthetic and specific requirements. The lighting, background, colours, and textures are adjustable to create various styles and maximise the range of shots captured.

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Booking Your HEADShot

Ready to reserve your spot? Click the button below to send us your booking enquiry. Alternatively, call us as soon as possible, and we can find a suitable date for you. 

Classic black and white studio headshot by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park, featuring a confident young man in a blazer and white shirt against a sophisticated dark grey background.
Friendly and professional studio headshot of a smiling man with a shaved head and beard, captured by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park. This approachable portrait features him in a black suit against a clean white background, ideal for business profiles.

02.

Phone Consultation

This consultation will allow us to learn more about you and find out anything else we need to know to customise your headshot session to suit you better. Understanding your requirements better before the session is essential for creating beautiful portraits representing you. Feel free to ask anything. No question is off the table. After we schedule your headshot session, we will email you the invoice for the selected session.

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Your Photoshoot

This Headshot Session is all about you! We aim to make you feel relaxed and comfortable. Forget the world for a moment, and let us capture stunning, natural portraits that truly reflect you. Headshot sessions usually last between 15 to 30 minutes for single setups. Longer sessions, lasting 1 to 2 hours, are available for multiple looks. We are happy to offer guidance on what attire to wear and can also recommend makeup artists and stylists to clients who need additional assistance. Essentially, the key is to choose clothing with appropriate colours and necklines, avoid busy patterns, and ensure that the clothing fits well. We're in this together—whether it's about expressions, outfits, or poses! I'll guide you through every step in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Your photos will appear on the monitor in real-time. By the end of the session, we'll select your favourites to retouch!

Friendly studio headshot of an experienced professional man in a navy blazer, captured by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park. This approachable portrait projects warmth and confidence against a clean white background.
Friendly and professional studio headshot of a McLaren Real Estate staff member with blonde hair, captured by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park. This welcoming portrait projects confidence against a clean white background, perfect for the real estate sec

04.

Post Production

After you select your favourites at your Headshot Session, these selected images are typically edited for minor adjustments, such as light/natural retouching of skin, eyes, and stray hairs, balancing skin tones, and refining the composition are included. We also offer commercial retouching services for more complex edits at an additional cost. We export images in different file formats and provide black-and-white versions if needed.

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DELIVERY

You can expect to receive your professionally retouched headshot images within 2–5 business days. In many cases, the turnaround is even faster, depending on our retoucher’s current workload. Once retouched, your purchased images will be delivered to you in a secure online gallery for download. We provide all final images in high-resolution print-ready and web-optimised formats. Cropped versions for LinkedIn and social media are also available upon request.

Professional outdoor headshot of a smiling male real estate agent, captured by Don Shiel Photography in Macarthur Park, Camden, against a natural green backdrop.

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Professional team headshot by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park. Three smiling businessmen in suits and matching ties present a unified corporate image against a clean white background.

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Still Have Questions?

What is the cost of a headshot session?

The price of a headshot session depends on the type and number of shots you require. Feel free to check out our headshot session options below! If you’re looking for something more custom, send us a booking enquiry—we’d love to help!

What types of headshots do you specialise in?

We specialise in actor headshots, creative talent portraits, corporate and executive portraits, author portraits, and professional headshots for LinkedIn and business owners.

Do you offer group or team headshot sessions?

We provide full team shoots in our Oran Park Studio or at your workplace. We also offer bulk rate shoot options for teams of five or more people.

When do I select my images?

At the end of the session, you’ll choose your favourite shots. Our camera is tethered to a computer so that you can review images on a large monitor.

How many final images will I receive?

This depends on how many shots you would like to purchase. Most clients opt for between 3 and 10 shots.

Do you offer retouching and editing services?

Yes, light/natural retouching of skin, eyes, and stray hairs, balancing skin tones, and refining the composition are included. We also offer commercial retouching services for more complex edits at an additional cost.

How long will it take to receive my purchased images?

You can expect to receive your professionally retouched headshot images within 2–5 business days. In many cases, the turnaround is even faster. If you have a specific deadline, let us know before booking, and we’ll confirm if we can meet it.

How will my final images be delivered?

Once retouched, your purchased images will be delivered to you in a secure online gallery for download. We provide all final images in high-resolution print-ready and web-optimised formats. Cropped versions for LinkedIn and social media are also available upon request.

How long does a typical headshot session take?

Express Headshot sessions usually last between 15 to 30 minutes for single setups. Longer headshot sessions, lasting between 1 to 2 hours, are available for multiple looks and groups.

Where do you conduct headshot sessions?

Our full-service studio in Oran Park has various backgrounds and lighting setups. We also offer outdoor sessions around our studio, at a location of your choice, or your workplace (travel fees may apply).

Can I bring multiple outfits?

Yes, and we encourage it. We can provide guidance on outfit choices before the shoot.

Can I bring a friend or family member?

Yes, but we ask that they respect the process and not interfere with the shoot.

What is your cancellation or rescheduling policy?

We offer complimentary rescheduling with 48 hours’ notice. If you cannot attend, we’ll credit your deposit toward a future booking. No-shows forfeit their deposit.

Why is choosing the right headshot photographer important?

Your photographer should make you feel comfortable and bring out your best. If you’re not at ease, it will show in your photos. That’s why we take the time to guide you and ensure you get the best results.

How will you make me look my best?

We focus on natural direction and creating a relaxed environment—no forced smiles—just genuine expressions representing you at your best.

Portfolio

Professional studio headshot by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park, featuring a friendly smiling Murray Kennedy Real Estate agent with a red beard and blue eyes, wearing a blue blazer against a white background.
Professional studio headshot by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park, featuring a confident, smiling middle-aged man in a blue blazer against a clean white background.
Professional studio headshot by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park. A smiling man with a shaved head and beard wears a pinstripe suit against a clean white background, suitable for corporate profiles.
Professional outdoor headshot of a smiling woman with brown hair, captured by Don Shiel Photography in Macarthur Park, Camden, against a soft green foliage background.
Professional studio headshot by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park, featuring a smiling young woman with long dark hair wearing a black blazer and white shirt against a clean white background.
Professional Author headshot by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park, featuring a warmly smiling woman with long dark hair in a patterned blouse against a clean white background.
Bright and professional studio headshot of a smiling young woman with long blonde hair, captured by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park. This approachable portrait projects confidence against a clean white background, perfect for corporate use.
Professional studio headshot by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park, featuring a warmly smiling man with a distinguished full grey beard wearing a black suit and open-collar white shirt against a clean white background.
Professional studio headshot by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park, featuring a smiling man with a distinguished grey beard wearing a black suit and open-collar white shirt against a clean white background.
Professional studio headshot by Don Shiel Photography in Oran Park, featuring a friendly smiling woman with dark hair wearing a black MWLP 'linking youth' polo shirt against a clean white background.

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