Person in light blue shirt and jeans crouches while smiling against purple background wearing pink and white sneakers.

After sharing my reel, I received a couple of messages asking, "Who is Keith? Is he famous? Those pictures are amazing!" I was so encouraged by your response that I decided to blog about our session and share even more of my favorite images from the day.

When Keith reached out about needing professional headshots for a casting call, I knew this was going to be a fun session. He didn’t just want a standard headshot—he wanted images that captured his energy, charisma, and personality.


I first met Keith through Oak Trace Senior Living, where he works. My connection to Oak Trace started with Jessica. Years ago, I was a second shooter at her wedding, and although I wasn’t her primary photographer, our paths kept crossing. Over time, we became friends, and I’ve had the joy of photographing events and headshots at Oak Trace through that connection. That’s something I’ve learned over the years—when you truly care about people, it turns clients into friends. And that’s exactly how I met Keith.


For his headshots, I suggested The Studio Chicago, and it ended up being the perfect spot. The natural light was incredible, the space had such a clean, modern feel, and it gave us tons of variety to work with.


(Side note: Santa, if you’re reading this, I’d love a studio of my own for Christmas. Please and thank you.)


Keith showed up with several outfit options, including a couple of sweatshirts designed and painted by a friend—such a cool, personal touch. I already knew he was a fun guy, but I had no idea just how much energy he has! He absolutely owned this session—effortlessly confident, comfortable in front of the camera, and full of personality.

We played with different poses, moods, and expressions, making sure he had a gallery full of versatile images for his casting call. And the best part? I shot all of this without a flash. Just that glorious natural window light doing all the work.


(Again, Santa, please note: A studio with giant windows is officially on my wishlist.)


By the end of the session, Keith’s gallery was massive—not because I’m an over-shooter (which, okay, I totally am), but because we got so much variety that I couldn’t help but include it all. Every shot showed a different side of Keith—from polished and professional to relaxed and fun. If he could bottle up his confidence and charisma and sell it, he’d be a ga-gillionaire.


Keith, you absolutely killed this session! If your casting call is looking for someone with confidence, personality, and style—you’ve got it in the bag.

Scroll through to see some of my favorites from the session—though let’s be honest, they’re all my favorites!


Location | The Studio Chicago

Person wearing a light blue sweatshirt with graphic, distressed jeans and colorful sneakers against purple background.
A person in a light blue sweatshirt and ripped jeans crouches while smiling against a purple background.
A person in a purple shirt and khaki pants lies on the floor with their head resting on their hands.
Close-up of pink and blue Nike high-top sneakers being laced up against a purple background.
Person wearing ripped jeans and pastel sweatshirt posing on stool with matching Nike sneakers.
Dynamic photo of person jumping wearing light blue sweatshirt and Nike sneakers against white background.
Person squatting in trendy urban outfit with pink and blue Nikes against white studio backdrop.
Person wearing light blue graphic sweatshirt and pink button-up shirt smiles against white background.
Person in purple t-shirt and khakis standing casually against white studio wall.
Athletic model wearing purple Minnesota State University t-shirt and khaki pants poses confidently against light background.
Person in Minnesota State shirt strikes playful flexing pose against purple backdrop.
Energetic pose with arms spread wide wearing purple university shirt against light background.
Person relaxing on gray couch wearing light blue cartoon graphic sweatshirt in modern living room.
Casual portrait on couch wearing blue cartoon sweater and khaki pants in bright interior setting.
Stylish living room scene with person seated on gray couch next to marble fireplace.
Playful pose on couch wearing bright blue cartoon graphic sweater in elegant white room.
Close-up shot showing detailed cartoon graphics on light blue sweater against couch backdrop.
Playful pose lying upside down on gray couch in bright modern living room setting.
Back view showing cartoon character graphics on light blue sweater against yellow background.
A person in a blue Richie Rich cartoon t-shirt sits cross-legged on a beige background, showing joyful expression.
A person wearing a light blue Richie Rich t-shirt poses playfully against a white background.
A person in a blue shirt peeks out from behind white cubic blocks in a minimalist setting.
A person in a burgundy t-shirt poses next to an ornate gold-framed mirror in a bright modern room.
A person strikes a playful pose next to an ornate gold mirror in a bright room with potted plants.
A person in a maroon t-shirt leans against an ornate gold mirror in a sunlit room with white walls.
A black and white portrait of someone wearing an Argonauts Alumni t-shirt with an enthusiastic expression.
A person in a red polo shirt crouches on a yellow background with a bright expression.
A person in a maroon Argonauts Alumni t-shirt poses confidently against a yellow background.
A person wearing a red Argonauts Alumni t-shirt looks down while posing against a yellow background.
Person relaxing on a light-colored sofa in a bright living room with decorative plants and white curtains.
Person in polka dot button-down shirt sitting on couch with clasped hands.
Person wearing navy polka dot shirt laughing while sitting on beige couch.
Person in blue polka dot shirt and khaki pants walking confidently through bright interior space.
Person in polka dot shirt and khaki pants posing casually against window.
Person standing in minimalist white room with industrial ceiling and large windows overlooking city buildings.
Person in blue polka dot shirt smiling while posing against bright window.
Person wearing alumni sweatshirt and khaki pants standing against yellow background.
Person wearing white alumni sweatshirt smiling against light background in black and white photo.
Close-up of person in white alumni sweatshirt crouching with clasped hands against yellow background.
Person in white alumni sweater and khaki pants sits casually on clear stool against yellow backdrop.
Person in alumni sweatshirt and khakis jumps joyfully against yellow background.
Person in white college sweater performs energetic dance move against yellow backdrop.
Person wearing alumni sweatshirt and brown pants leaps playfully on yellow backdrop.
Person in collegiate sweatshirt leans forward with enthusiastic expression against yellow background.
Person in alumni sweater poses energetically with clear stool against yellow backdrop.
Person makes playful expression while posing with clear stool against yellow background.
Person in alumni sweatshirt laughs joyfully while sitting on clear stool against yellow wall.
Person in collegiate sweatshirt sits on clear stool with warm smile against yellow backdrop.

Keith, thank you for trusting me with your headshot session and for inviting me into your world. Your openness, energy, and genuine spirit made this experience truly unforgettable. It was an honor to capture your personality and help showcase the confidence that makes you, you. I'm grateful for the opportunity to work with you and be part of your journey—here’s to all the amazing things ahead!

Text design reading XOXO Cassie in blue-gray elegant script font.