I recently had the incredible honor of photographing Andrea for her vibrant personal branding session at Smithville Mansion in New Jersey. I loved this location for her session as it provided the perfect backdrop, with a mixture of greenery from gardens to beautiful and charming architecture, which gave her a nice variety in her final gallery. While Andrea is in the Air Force, (Thank you for your service!) she is also co-writing a book that will be published in 2025 and wanted updated, stunning headshots. Smithville Mansion provided a classic, elegant backdrop for her photos, blending timeless charm with her elegant style.
Branding Session at Smithville Mansion
Andrea’s journey to this session started halfway around the world, if you can believe it! She found me on Google while in Africa and reached out. It’s amazing how technology can connect us across continents! Andrea arrived in New Jersey from Kenya just the day before her shoot, bringing with her an infectious energy that made our session so much fun.
Andrea is one of those people whose presence is truly unforgettable. Everyone who meets her describes her as “the glitter in a crowd,” and I couldn’t agree more. Her radiant smile and warm personality made this session a joy to capture.
Vibrant New Jersey Headshots
Andrea’s outfits were perfect! Each look was stylish and photographed so well. Her green dress was a timeless piece, The Jackie, from Tuckernuck. It added a sophisticated, polished look that perfectly matched the stately vibe of Smithville Mansion. Then, her floral satin wrap dress from Woolsworth, South Africa, brought a touch of Andrea’s time in Africa to the session. The delicate floral pattern and satin texture was the perfect addition to her headshots in the garden area.
Andrea’s session is a reminder of how impactful a well-executed branding session can be. I love that she now has beautiful, professional headshots that she can confidently use for her upcoming book. I can’t wait to see her book in 2025 and am so honored to have contributed to this exciting chapter of her journey.
Kind Words from Andrea
“What I loved most about my session was how comfortable Jocelyn made me feel the entire time . . . I loved her willingness to explore all areas of the grounds to capture the absolute best photos! It says a lot when a photographer can simultaneously navigate other activities in the background at a photoshoot location with other photographers also in the area – a pure testament to the professionalism, skill, and experience of a photographer! The images came out, *high pitched* fangirl squeal, AMAZING!!! From start to finish, the experience was just phenomenal, with the initial pre-session questions to get to know me, the vision for the photoshoot, and the pride and passion Jocelyn takes in her work, which is evident in the final photos. Jocelyn knows what she is doing 100%, from the positioning to working with outfit swaps, different lenses and lighting, AND making you feel FABULOUS and taken care of the entire time. If you legitimately want to be able to capture the authentic and organic “YOU” in photos, go with Jocelyn.”
Jocelyn Cruz Photography is based in South New Jersey and serves the surrounding areas of PA and NJ. If you want to elevate your business, contact me for more information about my personal branding photography! I can’t wait to hear from you and learn more about your business.
For more inspiration, here are a few other amazing personal branding sessions I’ve had the honor of capturing:
Artistic Personal Branding Session | Nikisha King Design House
NJ Real Estate Branding Session
Personal Branding Portrait Session In Puerto Rico | Semilla Creciente, LLC
Philadelphia PA Branding Session At Power Plant Productions Studio | Melissa Jane