Hamilton Personal Branding Photographer and Strategist for Women in Business.
Before a potential client picks up the phone, sends a message, or walks through your door, they've already formed an opinion of you. A lot of the time, that opinion was shaped by a photo.
Personal branding photography for women who are ready to show up online with confidence, strategy, and images that actually look like them.
Say bye to awkward corporate headshots 👋🏼 you're gonna wanna share these with the world.
Hey, I'm Shan. 👋🏼
Your branding photographer, coach and biggest hype woman.
Based in Hamilton, I work with women in business in the Waikato to create strategic branding photography and content that feels authentic, relaxed, and aligned. Not stiff. Not generic. Not the kind of photos that sit in a folder and never get posted.
Every shoot is guided by strategy and built around your brand. You work hard, and your photos should too!
empowering.
fun.
authentic.
My services
I capture headshots through to crafted personal brand imagery that connects with your audience. Photoshoots are guided by strategy, and curated for all of the places you show up. Your images are edited to match your brand palette, and my packages are designed to give you a genuine content library, not just a handful of pretty photos.
my services
Video isn't optional anymore — and it doesn't have to be painful either. I offer iPhone b-roll content, polished social media video, and full brand trailer production and editing. Whether you need content for your feed, your website, or an online course, I'll make sure it looks and feels like your brand.
My services
Knowing what to post, how to position yourself, and how to translate your values into a visual brand that attracts the right people — that's the work. I offer one-on-one strategy sessions and workshops to help you get clear on your personal brand, define what makes you different, and build a content approach that actually feels sustainable.
my services
Consistency is one of the hardest parts of building a personal brand online. Content subscriptions are designed to solve that — giving you ongoing monthly support that includes a 60-minute brand shoot, content creation session, or strategy session of your choice, so your content stays fresh, aligned, and always one step ahead.
Your business is the best excuse to get in front of the camera!
Before a potential client enquires, follows, or books, they've already made a decision about you based on what they saw online. Your images are your first impression, your credibility signal, and your connection point, all at once.
Personal branding photography isn't just headshots. It's visual storytelling — a way to communicate who you are, what you do, and what your values are without having to say the words. Done well, it's the reason someone chooses you over someone else.
And the best part? You don't have to be a model, a natural in front of the camera, or someone who loves having their photo taken. You just have to show up. I'll take care of the rest.
How do you want your dream clients to feel when they land on your page?
Say hello to the future you!
(That's the version of you that's worked with She by Shan).
- She actually enjoyed her photoshoot
- She recognises herself in her photos
- She's excited to post on social media
- She's not scrambling last minute for content ideas
- She's attracting aligned clients
- She's noticed people are recognising her brand
P.S. This is actually Chanel, not you, but how cool is she? You could be like Chanel.
Let's chat!
Booking a free discovery call is the best way to connect with me!
A free, no-pressure 30 minute call is the best place to start. We'll talk about your business, your goals, what you need from your imagery, and whether we're a good fit. No selling, no obligation, just a conversation between two ambitious gals in business.
Alternatively, you can email me at shan@shebyshan.co.nz
I felt so comfortable and confident in the studio with Shan and I felt like she just got it, you could say she understood the assignment.
Ava // By Ava Studio
She brought my vision to life perfectly! I was nervous about speaking in front of the camera, but Shan made me feel completely at ease. She had a natural way of making the whole process fun and stress-free.
Becca // My Little Kiwi Antenatal
Shan provided not only valuable content but also deep insights into branding. She guided me in developing my brand and showed me how to make the most of the content she provided. I highly recommend Shan to anyone in business or just starting out — her expertise is truly invaluable.
Anna // Admin Anna
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