Second City Headshots

Second City Headshots Headshots you'll be proud of I can count on one hand the times a client got in front of my camera, and was excited to be there.

Maybe you’ve had a bad experience. Maybe you’re worried you’ll look stiff or not like yourself. That’s exactly why I started Second City Headshots: to create a simple, stress-free experience that results in headshots you’re actually proud to share. (And had a good time along the way)

Whether in studio or at your office/home, I'll crack a few bad jokes (you’ve been warned), and guide you with clea

r, specific direction so you’re never wondering what to do with your face or hands. The vibe is laid back, the lighting is flattering, and the whole process is quicker than you’d expect. Whether it’s one person or a full team, my goal is always the same: help you look and feel like the best version of yourself, without the awkwardness.

A friend came to visit, wanted to see the studio. So naturally we did headshots.The difference when you already know som...
06/04/2026

A friend came to visit, wanted to see the studio. So naturally we did headshots.

The difference when you already know someone is immediate.

No warmup, no small talk to break the ice, no five minutes of convincing them to relax. We just started shooting and the genuine stuff was there from frame one.

It’s a reminder that what I’m actually trying to recreate with every client is that feeling of photographing someone you already know. Shot this one at the studio in Chicago.

We thought we were done. Had a good shot, called it. Then decided to switch it up one more time.This is what came out of...
05/26/2026

We thought we were done. Had a good shot, called it. Then decided to switch it up one more time.

This is what came out of that last round.

Shot this one at the studio in Chicago. Sometimes the best frame happens after you think you’re finished.

What a joy to work with! This guy brought non stop energy!
05/24/2026

What a joy to work with! This guy brought non stop energy!

You never know where clients will come from. California is a recent addition for me! I photographer her sister here in C...
05/22/2026

You never know where clients will come from. California is a recent addition for me!

I photographer her sister here in Chicago over a year ago, and this now client was waiting to visit Chicago again to get a new headshot from me! I’m honored!!

Had the pleasure of photographing Stockapalooza! A fundraiser for a great cause, that I’m glad I got to learn about. The...
05/12/2026

Had the pleasure of photographing Stockapalooza!

A fundraiser for a great cause, that I’m glad I got to learn about. The Stock School sounds like an incredible place, and I heard many stories in my short time at this event.

Thank you for having me, and thanks to those that didn’t run when the camera was pointed at them!

Amy. One of the first people to ever pay me to take their headshot. Thank you Amy.
05/07/2026

Amy. One of the first people to ever pay me to take their headshot. Thank you Amy.

What you can’t see is him leaning over, arms behind his back, not great posture at all. But with a bit of cropping, and ...
04/22/2026

What you can’t see is him leaning over, arms behind his back, not great posture at all. But with a bit of cropping, and deciding what to show, you’d never know. Sometimes getting the most genuine look involves actual laughter. I was lucky enough to get that here, even though it meant the body positioning wasn’t ideal.

JC. My new hype man.
04/20/2026

JC. My new hype man.

Adriana. I can’t get over the blue, on blue, on blue, on blue!
04/16/2026

Adriana.

I can’t get over the blue, on blue, on blue, on blue!

Jono.
04/13/2026

Jono.

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1010 W 35th Street
Chicago, IL
60609

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