Trusted by Teams & Organizations
From leadership teams to full-company headshot days, we deliver consistent, professional results at scale.
“He got more than 40 people done in less than one workday, to the tune of rave reviews from all the participants. Turnaround time for the edited images was less than a week.”
“We did our full leadership suite headshots with Kevin and plan to continue sending our team members to him as we grow.”
“Our whole company has been photographed by Kevin and we highly recommend him. Kevin really pays attention to detail and provides guidance whenever you need it.”
What Different Clients Say
Over 200 professionals from every background have shared their experience. Here's what stands out by client type.
Teams & Organizations (8 reviews)
Coordinators of team and corporate photography sessions — from five-person leadership suites to 40+ employee company-wide shoots — describe organized, efficient processes that produce visually cohesive results across a wide range of comfort levels. Reviewers include operations directors, company owners, and team leads who specifically praise the fast turnaround (under one week for 40+ headshots), multiple delivery formats, and the ability to maintain visual consistency across team members. Several plan to continue sending new hires as their organizations grow, and one notes that new images integrate seamlessly with existing brand photography.
Executives & Senior Professionals (15 reviews)
Executives and senior professionals — including a CEO, senior leaders, managing partners, and seasoned consultants — consistently describe sessions that balance efficiency with genuine comfort. Several note that Kevin's consultation process addresses how they want to be perceived before a camera is involved, producing headshots that communicate authority and credibility without appearing stiff or generic. Reviewers describe images that have directly supported their professional presence, with one noting regular compliments from colleagues, board members, and speaking engagement organizers. A repeat client who does extensive public speaking credits Kevin with capturing headshots that authentically represent her at scale.
Entrepreneurs, Business Owners & Independent Professionals (20 reviews)
Independent professionals, business owners, and emerging leaders — including attorneys, coaches, consultants, architects, authors, and practice owners — describe headshots that communicate credibility and approachability during career-defining moments: practice launches, book publications, company formations, and professional pivots. Reviews highlight Kevin's ability to understand the specific visual needs of each field, from legal marketing materials to author publicity photos. An attorney recommends Kevin specifically to “fellow attorneys, coaches, consultants, and business owners.” An author preparing to market her first book valued Kevin's knowledge of commercial licensing for photography. Multiple entrepreneurs note that the investment paid for itself in the professional image it projected.
Career Changers & Job Seekers (18 reviews)
Professionals in career transition — including those starting new positions, updating LinkedIn profiles for job searches, furloughed employees re-entering the workforce, and military members transitioning to civilian careers — describe Kevin's headshots as a critical tool in presenting their best professional self during a pivotal moment. A veteran with partial facial paralysis credits Kevin's patient coaching with producing two photographs he's proud to use in his post-military career. A furloughed employee who received a donated session notes that Kevin's posing tips were valuable not just for the photo but for interview body language. Multiple reviewers specifically mention updating LinkedIn profile photos that were years — sometimes decades — overdue.
Camera-Shy & First-Timers (35+ reviews)
Clients who describe themselves as people who “hate having their picture taken,” feel “awkward in front of the camera,” or had never sat for a professional headshot — consistently describe a transformation in how they feel during and after their session. Kevin's coaching style, patience, and encouraging demeanor put even the most camera-averse clients at ease, with several stating these are “the best photos ever taken of me.” A client who describes herself as someone who “blinks in every photo” — to the point of hiring a sports photographer for her wedding — notes that Kevin adjusted his lighting technique until the problem disappeared entirely. Multiple first-timers purchased additional photos beyond their original plan because they couldn't narrow down the results.
Repeat & Returning Clients (10 reviews)
Clients who have returned to Kevin two and three times over multiple years — some spanning a four-year period — cite the consistency of both experience and results as their reason for coming back. A three-time client over several years calls Kevin “a wonderful photographer with a true gift for headshots.” Another returning after three years notes that “the consistency, quality, and professionalism are unmatched.” Several describe referring colleagues and family members who then also became clients, creating networks of referrals built on firsthand experience rather than marketing.
Hair & Makeup Clients (10 reviews)
Clients who booked the full hair, makeup, and photo package with Mallory describe a complete, elevated experience. Reviewers note she listened to their preferences — from natural, minimal looks to polished professional styling — and delivered results that built confidence before the camera was even picked up. A client who “seldom wears much makeup” appreciated Mallory's ability to enhance without transforming. Several mention that having hair and makeup done on-site eliminated the stress of arriving “photo-ready” and created a seamless, white-glove experience from arrival to final image selection.
Very professional, delicate and directive all at the same time. Great professional!
Kevin was great to work with, gave authentic feedback, and gave me a great headshot!
The photographer is very kind in explaining how to take a confident headshot.
Terrific experience! Kevin’s approach and technique are assuring and puts you at ease to take your best photos. Highly recommend you schedule time him and see for yourself.
Fantastic interaction and support to ensure you get the shot, and clear guidance on best practices for headshots
I had such a fun and interesting experience with Kevin at Get Ahead Shot! He has a way of making you feel completely at ease in front of the camera, which is not always easy! I really appreciated that he didn’t rush the process at all. We took a ton of pictures, and he gave me the time and space to ...
Kevin took almost 100 shots during our session. I have always hated having my picture taken. But the experience with Kevin was fun and relaxing. The photos are by far the best I've had taken of me. I highly recommend Kevin.
Kevin does a GREAT job! I am very pleased with my headshot. It increased my confidence ten-fold in my LinkedIn page. Great job! Highly recommended.
Kevin has that magic and beautiful energy that makes you feel welcome. He guides you with patience, care, kindness, to take you to another world where you are the star, you shine, and the magic happens, with his lens, camera, tech tools, he captures that moment, that story. Thank you kevin
Excellent photos! Kevin is an expert at getting an amazing head shot. He's friendly, has all the right equipment, and made the process stress-free.
Kevin Elwell is the consummate professional! For my headshot, he expertly guided me to shots and angles that were flattering and reflected my personality all at once. I highly recommend him and his services!
Kevin is the best! His Photography style, personality and experience not only created the best photos I’ve ever taken, it was a session that involved learning more about the craft, technology and myself. Great work!!!
Session with Kevin was fun and easy - happy to finally have a professional head shot. Likely the best pictures ever taken of me - all credit to Kevin!
I can’t recommend Kevin at Get A Headshot enough. He is an outstanding professional photographer with not only a top-tier studio and high-end equipment, but—most importantly—the eye and instinct to capture the details that truly make a difference. Kevin takes the time to really understand what you ...
Kevin made the whole process easy, and the headshots turned out amazing!
Kevin is a full service shop, from capturing the photograph that makes you look best, to electronic delivery, to editing and final prints in multiple configurations. In my case he even handled wardrobe, because I wore a distracting shirt for the photo shoot, and he was able to edit it to a solid. ...
WOW!!! I am VERY pleased with the headshots Kevin provided. He is truly a master at his craft and very professional. Once I booked on line, he contacted me same day and we were able to discuss what I was needing. His studio is in his home and you are met with a "Welcome sign" addressed to you in...
I personally would love to refer Kevin Elwell for your next professional headshot. He made the experience very easy from start to finish. Thank you, Kevin.
Such a great photographer
Great experience! I enjoyed taking headshot photos quickly and smoothly without any issues.
Take excellent pics!
This was an amazing experience! Once you reach a certain age, taking photos can be stressful but I laughed so much during this session you would have thought we were old friends. Kevin listened to my suggestions even though in hindsight some were pretty ridiculous. The end result was amazing. 70 ne...
This was an amazing experience! Kevin did a fantastic job and the results are fantastic! If you need a head shot go see Kevin!
Extremely professional, friendly and incredible quality! highly recommend.