This guest post is written by Mike Brennan, a creative artist, designer, illustrator, and host of the Creative Chats Podcast.
I recently hired Mike to do live sketches during my conference, You Are The Brand LIVE because I wanted an added branding and marketing element to the event. I recommend every event host consider hiring Mike, the feedback I received from live attendees and online was tremendous.
It’s not every day you get to be in a room of high performing professionals who are all building a personal brand. There’s something so energizing about a room like that.
I recently had the privilege of not only attending such an event with the You Are The Brand Live, but I live event sketching it too!
When I sketch live, I tell the story of what’s happening at a conference or event in real time. Illustrations include speakers with quotes, while incorporating branding and environmental themes. All this is created digitally on my iPad while sitting among the attendees (who love to look over my shoulder to watch the process).
The sketches make for great storytelling and marketing, capturing people and events in a unique, eye-catching way.
Over the years, people have asked me how they could have the opportunity for me to sketch them.
So I’ve launched Sketch Headshots.
Why You Should Consider a Sketch Headshot Instead of a Photo Headshot:
We’re all tired of the cookie-cutter corporate looking headshots out there.
Even if you manage to hire a photographer (or at worst your friend who has the latest iPhone) you might end up with a clean, professional headshot that looks just like everyone else’s.
Then there’s the prep for the session (cue wardrobe and makeup) and it can be intimidating to be in front of the camera being instructed to make your best corporate executive power look.
And if you have a remote team? You’re almost guaranteed mismatched backgrounds, inconsistent lighting and random props (or cats) that appear in the frame.
With Sketch Headshot, all those worries are stripped away, leaving you a simple, hassle free process that doesn’t strain your time or wallet.
You choose between two styles, and upon checkout you upload any well-lighted selfie. You’ll receive a digital proof, and a high resolution file upon final approval. Then use your new professional sketch headshot wherever you like!
Starting at just $129!
They also make great gifts for others. Just use the same simple process!
Special Discounts for Mike Kim’s Readers:
Use the code “Friend25” and get 25% OFF your custom Sketch Headshot!
I’m also extending the “Friend25” 25% OFF discount to my Canva Instagram posts and stories template packs for personal brands.
Each contains 20 fully customizable Canva templates, download instructions + get started PDF. They are perfect for coaches, speakers, strategists and more, taking your social media graphics game to the next level.
In fact, the featured image from this post was created using the templates in this pack:
Use the code “Friend25” and get 25% OFF your custom Sketch Headshot!
I’m also extending the “Friend25” 25% OFF discount to my Canva Instagram posts and stories template packs for personal brands.