Not Every Client is a Model
presented by Jessica Robertson, M.Photog., Cr., CPP, FP, SP
Return to Inspire 2024
About Program
From the top of the head down to the toes, Jessica will cover how to flatter every body shape and size! Small adjustments to lighting and posing can make all the difference in the final result for your client. Not every subject is a model and REAL clients have real bodies. Thinner, thicker…wonky-eyed, and so much more will be covered. Jessica will help train your eye to see client areas of concern and then demonstrate how to make your subjects look great using posing, lighting, planning, and good communication!
About Jessica
Jessica Robertson has been a professional photographer for over 20 years. Based in Ashland, Virginia, Jessica and her team work out of a 3000-square-foot retail space to serve the Richmond area. Jessica personally photographs over 200 seniors each year, and her studio prides itself on creating authentic and timeless images that tell a unique story.
Jessica holds a degree in Art with a Concentration in Photography from Guilford College, and she has earned several prestigious degrees and certifications, including the PPA Masters of Photography, PPA Master Craftsman, and PPA Certified Professional Photographer. She also serves as an Affiliate Juror for PPA and has earned her Associate Fellow and Fellow of Photography degrees from the Virginia Professional Photographers Association.
Despite the ever-changing photography market, Jessica has consistently increased her gross sales and profit margin yearly. Her secret? Creating imagery that stands the test of time and building strong relationships with her clients that weather any economic storm.
In addition to her thriving business, Jessica is grounded by her family; her husband, John; and her daughters, Grace and Jaclyn. A full and busy life for sure! She feels grateful for her family and the opportunity to pursue her passion for photography while maintaining a sustainable and fulfilling career.