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Professional Headshots in Springfield, IL Studio & On-Location Headshots for Professionals & Teams

    Professional headshots · Springfield, IL · Est 2009

    Headshots that look like you on your best day

    Let's be honest, most people don't love getting their picture taken. That's okay, that's where I come in, and I promise it's easier (and more fun) than you think. I'm Chris, and I've been photographing people since 2009. For your headshot session, I take the time to get the lighting just right and guide you through posing and expression, so you look like the best, most confident version of yourself and not like you're standing in front of a camera. Every image is edited by me personally, from clothing wrinkles to flyaway hair and skin, so your final photos look polished and still look like you.

    • 4.9★Google rating
    • 262Google reviews
    • 2009Established

    01 / Sessions

    Professional headshot sessions in Springfield, IL

    Whether you need a fresh LinkedIn photo, new images for your website or headshots for your whole team, we'll build the session around where your photos will live.

    Individual headshots

    A fresh, confident headshot for LinkedIn, your company bio, speaking events or applications. Studio lighting, guided posing and a look that fits your field.

    LINKEDIN · BIO · APPLICATIONS

    Team & company headshots

    Consistent headshots for your whole team, so every face on your website matches. We can photograph at our Springfield studio or come to your office.

    TEAMS · ON LOCATION · CONSISTENT

    Website & personal brand

    Images that help people recognize you and understand your professional style, for your website, social media and marketing.

    BRAND · WEBSITE · SOCIAL

    Portfolio & acting headshots

    A variety of looks and expressions for portfolios and casting, with time taken to get a great range of poses.

    PORTFOLIO · VARIETY · LOOKS

    02 / The work

    Headshots, branding & team portraits

    Studio headshots, executive portraits on location and team photos for businesses across Springfield and Central Illinois. Pick a style, then drag or swipe through the film strip. Tap any frame to see it bigger.

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    03 / The headshot plan

    Prefer texting? Try our interactive screen to start planning right away!

    Tell us who needs headshots, where and what they're for. It turns into a quick text, so we can plan the right look before you book.

    Plan · Headshot sessionCWP · Springfield, IL · Est 2009

    01 · Who needs headshots? Pick one

    02 · How many people? Pick one

    03 · Where? Pick one

    04 · Where will they be used? Pick any

    05 · Add-ons Pick any

    04 / How it works

    How your headshot session works

    1. FRAME 01

      Reach out

      Call or text or send a message. Tell us if it's just you or your team, how many people, and where the images will appear.

    2. FRAME 02

      Plan your look

      We'll talk through the setting, clothing and overall look before you book, so you walk in knowing exactly what to expect.

    3. FRAME 03

      Session day

      I dial in the lighting and guide your posing and expression the whole way. No awkward standing around, just a relaxed session with real direction.

    4. FRAME 04

      Retouched & delivered

      I personally edit every image, cleaning up clothing wrinkles, flyaway hair and skin, then deliver polished photos that still look like you.

    05 / Client signal · Google reviews

    What our headshot clients are saying

    4.9/5★★★★★Google rating

    262 verified reviews
    Read them on Google

    McKenzie Mester
    McKenzie Mester★★★★★  Google Local Guide · Oct 2026FOCUS LOCKED

    Chris was absolutely phenomenal. I must admit I am a newbie to professional photos, but Chris is a pro! He was so kind and personable while still providing much needed master direction and professionalism. I felt incredibly comfortable and at ease during every part of the session and left feeling both beautiful and confident after seeing the incredible shots he’d taken. I would highly recommend Chris for any photos you may need. Whether it’s for a wedding or simply for updating your headshots or any other moment you’d love to have a physical reminder of, I would implore you to check out what Chris can do. I promise you won’t be disappointed!

    Brooke Hildebrand
    Brooke Hildebrand★★★★★  Google · 2025FOCUS LOCKED

    I needed headshot photos for residency applications. I had never done something like this before, so I felt very nervous walking into the session. However, Jessica and Chris made me feel safe, comfortable, and relaxed the whole time!

    I ADORED my session with Chris Whithers Photography!

    They were EXTREMELY accomodating to my last minute need for a headshots portfolio session with INCREDIBLE turn around time with even BETTER quality results than I ever anticipated!

    Jessica helped me make sure my hair, make-up, wardrobe, and jewlery were all in tip top shape before and during the session! I cannot do make up or hair well and she did a PHENOMENAL job at helping me glam up to hide insecurities while still making me feel like I looked like ME.

    The studio is to DIE for gorgeous! They had all the props, backdrops, and warm initing speakeasy brick-wall vibes to relax even the most intense nerves!

    I did not anticipate loving as many photos as I did and regretted not purchasing every single one right off the bat. I will eat my words and still retroactively get each one, becuase they are THAT worth it... Every penny and more!

    I would recommend this team, this quality, this experience to anyone with an inkling of a need for genuine results.

    They are professionals in all sense of the word from demeanor, to studio, to makeup, hair, and wardrobe assistance, to quality photos.

    If there’s any hesitation to booking a session with them, please reach out and you will instantly understand that they truly are in every essence of the word, the BEST!

    Holly Thompson
    Holly Thompson★★★★★  Google · 2023FOCUS LOCKED

    I needed some professional photos for my psychotherapy business and had zero experience with this process. Jessica did an AMAZING job with my make-up and hair and Chris was BRILLIANT with the camera. The experience was fun and I ended up with gorgeous pictures.

    Lyndee Fein
    Lyndee Fein★★★★★  Google · 2022FOCUS LOCKED

    I had such a great session & experience with Chris! I contacted him in need of a professional headshot within a short turnaround time and he was more than happy to fit me in.... during the holidays, to boot! I love my new photos! He was reasonably priced, FUN, and I would highly recommend. Hey Chris..... coming at you soon for family photos ;) Thank you SO much!

    Trevor Noonan
    Trevor Noonan★★★★★  Google · 2018FOCUS LOCKED

    I was blown away by Chris Withers photography. I called Chris to set an appointment for a 30min professional headshot. When I walked into his studio I wasn’t given a basic photography session. I was given, “The Chris Withers experience.”

    Before we got started, Chris introduced himself and asked me to have a seat on his leather wrap around sofa and had a genuine interest in getting to know me. Then Chris simply asked, “what is it exactly you are looking for?”

    After we got aquatinted, I positioned myself for my first shot - suddenly Chris looked away from his camera lens and shouted, “Google - turn my music up to 70 percent!” and the experience came to life.

    As my session concluded, we had maybe five more minutes and Chris asked me to loosen my tie and throw my jacket over my shoulder. “Let’s shoot some pictures for any dating sites or women in your life”. To be clear, I came in strictly for a powerful executive look and was then flattered how comfortable he felt to capture a softer side of me. Added, his photography skills can do wonders for young men in today’s dating world**.

    I cant put a price on the feeling Chris gave me. When I looked at the final results from our session I saw myself in new light. I have even more confidence from the image he captured and that I now portray to the world.

    Cheers Chris!

    06 / Questions

    Headshot FAQ

    The things people ask us most before a headshot session. Still wondering about something? Just text us.

    Q1What should I wear for my headshots?

    Wear what you'd wear to meet an important client, in solid colors that fit you well. Skip busy patterns and big logos, and bring a couple of options so we can see what looks best on camera. We're happy to talk through clothing and the overall look before you book.

    Q2Can you come to our office?

    Yes. We photograph headshots at our studio at 2160 South 6th Street, Suite G, in Springfield, or we can come to your office for individual sessions and team photos.

    Q3Can you photograph our whole team?

    Absolutely. Tell us how many people will participate and where the images will appear, and we'll plan a consistent look so every headshot on your website or LinkedIn matches.

    Q4Do you retouch the photos?

    Yes. I personally edit every image and clean up the little things like clothing wrinkles, flyaway hair and skin, so your photos look polished and still look like you. Share your retouching preferences when you inquire.

    Q5I hate having my picture taken. Will this be awkward?

    Most people feel that way, and that's okay. I take the time to get the lighting right and guide you through posing and expression the whole way, so you look like the confident version of yourself.

    Q6How do I book a headshot session?

    Call or text us, or send us a message through our inquiry page. Let us know whether it's an individual or team session, how many people, and where the photos will be used.

    07 / Service area

    Headshot photographer for Springfield & Central Illinois

    Headshots at our Springfield studio, or at your office anywhere in Central Illinois, from Peoria and Champaign to Decatur and St. Louis. If you don't see your town, ask. We probably come your way.

    • Home turf Within 30 miles

      Springfield · Chatham · Sherman · Rochester · Riverton · Petersburg · Lincoln · Taylorville

    • Easy drive 30 to 60 miles

      Jacksonville · Decatur

    • Road trip 60 to 100 miles

      Peoria · Champaign · St. Louis

    See the full map →  ·  Farther than 100 miles? Let’s plan an adventure session.

    08 / Let's do this

    Book your headshot session

    Tell us who needs headshots and where they'll be used. We'll take it from there.

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