Lighting
Main studio light
Primary light used to create a clean, polished headshot look.
Studio tools I use
The gear and workflow tools behind the studio.
A simple place for the lighting, camera setup, software, hardware, and studio essentials Pablo uses at Inland Headshots.
In the studio
Tools chosen for clean, consistent headshot sessions.
These recommendations are for photographers, creators, and business owners who want a cleaner setup or are curious about what helps the studio run smoothly.
Lighting
Lighting tools
Light is the biggest part of the Inland Headshots look, so this section is for the key lights, modifiers, and stands used to create clean professional portraits.
Lighting
Light modifier
Modifier used to soften light and keep skin tones flattering.
Lighting
Light stand
Support used to keep lights steady and positioned correctly.
Lighting
Fill light
Extra light used to control shadows and keep portraits balanced.
Lighting
Lighting accessory
Small lighting tool used to refine the final studio look.
Camera setup
Camera setup
The camera and lens setup is chosen for sharp files, natural compression, and consistent results across corporate headshot sessions.
Camera setup
Camera body
The main camera body used for studio headshot sessions.
Camera setup
Portrait lens
Lens choice for sharp detail and a professional headshot feel.
Camera setup
Tethering cable
Connection used to review images clearly during the session.
Camera setup
Camera support
Support tool used to keep the camera position consistent.
Camera setup
Camera accessory
Helpful accessory used to make the camera setup more reliable.
Software
Software
These are the tools that help with image review, retouching, organization, and delivery after the session is finished.
Software
Editing software
Software used to polish final headshot images and keep the edit consistent.
Software
Client workflow tool
Tool used to keep image selection, delivery, and follow-up organized.
Software
Retouching tool
Software used for clean, natural-looking headshot retouching.
Software
Scheduling tool
Tool used to keep appointments and studio communication organized.
Software
Delivery tool
Tool used to prepare and deliver final headshot files to clients.
Hardware
Hardware
Reliable studio hardware keeps the session moving smoothly, from capture to backup to the final client files.
Hardware
Storage and backup
Storage tools used to protect client files during the studio workflow.
Hardware
Tethering and capture gear
Hardware used to review images clearly during a headshot session.
Hardware
Studio computer
Computer hardware used for capture, review, editing, and delivery.
Hardware
Display tool
Hardware used to view headshot images clearly and consistently.
Hardware
Backup accessory
Additional hardware used to keep client files protected.
Studio essentials
Studio essentials
The small things matter too. This section is for the support items that make the studio cleaner, faster, and more comfortable for clients.
Studio essentials
Background support
Support gear used to keep the set clean and consistent.
Studio essentials
Session prep tools
Small tools that help clients look prepared before the camera starts.
Studio essentials
Posing support
Simple support items that help clients stand and pose comfortably.
Studio essentials
Studio organization
Small items that keep the studio setup clean and easy to reset.
Studio essentials
Client comfort item
Support item used to make the appointment feel calm and prepared.
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