If you’re a writer, you need to put your best face forward, We are offering spring professional headshots mini sessions to help you get the job done. Professional headshots are needed for:
- Your author/writer website
- Social media profiles
- Book jackets
- Promotion for speaking engagements and events
Whether it’s your first time sitting for a professional headshot, or you’ve realized it’s time to retire that selfie or that favorite photo from five-plus years ago, we’ve got you covered.
Only 25 appointments are available. Be sure to claim yours before it’s too late
Here’s how it will work:
- You don’t have to be a James River Writer member to take advantage of this special offer, but you will benefit from a member discount.
- You have to register to secure an appointment. Click the red button below to fill out your headshots registration form.
- After the registration closes (on Wednesday, May 7, or when we reach capacity; whichever comes first), you will receive your specific appointment time. We will also provide tips from our photographer, Jamie, for getting the best results when sitting for your photo session.
- Appointments will be scheduled between 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm on Friday, May 9, 2025, in 15-minute increments. We have a designated rain date of Friday, May 16, from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm. We ask that you arrive at least 10 minutes before your assigned appointment time. If you arrive late, we cannot guarantee your spot in order to stay on schedule for all subsequent appointments. You should build in time to find parking and make your way to the photography site. We will supply directions and further details to help you plan, prior to the day of your appointment.
- Photos will be taken at Forest Hill Park, 4021 Forest Hill Avenue, Richmond, VA 23225. Parking is available at South of the James Farmers Market lot.
- We have a limited amount of spots, so be sure to claim yours before we reach capacity.
- Each session will cost only $60 for members and $65 for non-members. Jamie, our talented photographer, will provide you with three electronic photo files delivered to your email inbox, included in your registration fee. Jamie is providing her services at a generous rate as a friend and supporter of James River Writers.
Your professional headshots will be provided by Jamie Wulfekuhle-Zaweski of Radiant Snapshots. Jamie has provided her photography services to our conference guests for two years, resulting in positive feedback about the end results and her congenial demeanor. This has led us to engage her outside of the conference in order to make this valuable service available to more folks in our writing community. Check out the interview we did with Jamie below. We chose Jamie for her talent and because we know she will make everyone feel comfortable and at ease while working with her.
Please note that there may be up to a 10 minute walk from your parking spot to the designated spot at Forest Hill Park. This includes walking downhill and traversing a few stairs when traveling to the photography spot, and the reverse when returning to your parking spot. Photos will be taken outside, so please consider the weather when dressing for your headshots.
Our quick interview with Jamie…
About Jamie
I’m fascinated by life and beauty, as a result I revel in all types of photography including families, weddings, birth, nature, photojournalism, and events. My photography tends to be bright, cheery and colorful with an emphasis on authentic spontaneous moments. I’ve had work published in the Village News, Cooperative Living Magazine and Virginia Wildlife Magazine. When I’m not behind the lens I love spending time with my family, gardening, hiking, and dancing.
JRW: How did you begin your photography career?
JAMIE: My whole life I was drawn to pictures and served as my family’s photographer since I was 7. I bought my first professional camera body and lens in 2017 and have really enjoyed documenting families, weddings, and events.
JAMIE: My favorite sessions are always with repeat clients because we get more and more comfortable with each other. I have also really enjoyed travel and nature photography. My work has been published in Virginia Wildlife magazine and Cooperative Living magazine.
JRW: What is your best advice to someone who tends to be uncomfortable in front of a camera?
JAMIE: I’m uncomfortable in front of the camera too, so I truly understand! Anytime you’re in front of a camera I recommend actively telling yourself nice things about your heart and about your appearance. I also urge you to be open and participatory to the prompts that a professional photographer suggests. The goal is to help you move and loosen up so that we can capture a more natural authentic look.
I find it’s also really helpful and not at all vain to really practice your smile and chin tilt in front of the mirror and with selfies. Things do somehow magically look different on camera than they do in real life. Practicing in this way will help you with the body awareness and comfort you need to get a great portrait that represents you.
Some fun questions:
JRW: Are you a cat or a dog person?
JAMIE: I do like both, but if I really had to choose, dogs.
JRW: Coffee or tea?
JAMIE: I really can’t choose, I truly love them both.
JRW: Favorite snack?
JAMIE: Fruit, chips and dip.
JRW: Favorite book? What are you reading now?
JAMIE: My favorite book is Little Women by Louisa May Alcott. By default, I am reading a lot of children’s books lately!
Jamie can’t wait to meet you and work with you to get the perfect shot!