Marquel Yvette Photography

Marquel Yvette Photography Loudoun's premier headshot photographer located in South Riding, VA So many people hate getting professional headshots taken and I understand why.

It can be so uncomfortable, especially if you aren't happy with some of your features or think you don't photograph well. My clients usually relax and feel more comfortable once they see their first image on my screen. I give prepping tips prior to the session, a makeup artist referral, if needed, posing guidance and the ability to see their images during the session. I play music in the backgroun

d and we just have fun! You are not allowed to leave until we capture an image that you love. I laugh when they say "you made me look so good!"...I snapped what I saw! If you are ready to improve your headshot, give me a call or send me an email.

So happy to share Dr. Jessica Howard with you today, chiropractor, healer, and owner of Howard Chiropractic Clinic in Vi...
05/26/2026

So happy to share Dr. Jessica Howard with you today, chiropractor, healer, and owner of Howard Chiropractic Clinic in Vienna, VA. šŸ¤Ž

Dr. Howard is the kind of person who makes you feel cared for the second you meet her, and I wanted her headshots to do the same thing. Confident. Approachable. Like the version of her that her patients already know and trust.

She has such a beautiful presence in front of the camera, and I’m honored she chose me to capture it.

✨ Speaking of moments like these, there’s a new post up on the journal called ā€œShe Looked at the Screen and Said, ā€˜That’s the One.ā€™ā€ It’s about what really goes into creating a headshot you love, and the quiet moment a woman sees herself the way the rest of us already do. Link in bio. šŸ¤

A lot of high-achieving women spend years making everyone else comfortable.Then they step in front of a camera and sudde...
05/22/2026

A lot of high-achieving women spend years making everyone else comfortable.

Then they step in front of a camera and suddenly feel uncomfortable themselves.

My job is to change that.

Not with filters. Not with fake poses.
With direction, coaching, and creating a space where you stop performing and start owning the room.

This image right here? That’s what happens when you finally see yourself the way everyone else already does.

I captured this beautiful headshot of Wendy at a nonprofit regional event in DC last year. I absolutely love it! Of cour...
05/12/2026

I captured this beautiful headshot of Wendy at a nonprofit regional event in DC last year. I absolutely love it! Of course, she is beautiful so there is that.

The thing most camera-shy professionals don’t realize?The problem isn’t you. It’s that nobody is directing you.When no o...
05/06/2026

The thing most camera-shy professionals don’t realize?
The problem isn’t you. It’s that nobody is directing you.

When no one tells you what to do, you default to something that feels natural. But what feels natural usually looks stiff on camera.

Small adjustments change everything:

→ Chin forward and down
→ Body angled, not straight-on
→ Shoulders dropped
→ Full exhale before each frame
→ Think of someone you genuinely like

That last one matters more than you’d expect. The camera catches the difference.

You don’t need to love the camera. You just need someone who knows how to coach you through it.

Full guide at this link:

https://www.marquelyvette.com/blog/how-to-look-good-on-camera/

05/01/2026

Today is my DeltaVersary!! 38 years ago today, on the campus of James Madison University, 12 young ladies became members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (Iota Alpha Chapter). I feel so blessed to be forever connected with each of them.

I am sending love and hugs to all of my line sisters and always thinking about and missing my beloved line sister Lisa who transitioned to glory last year. I also want to take a moment to honor the big sisters who made us, especially my dean Glynis Legrand and my adp Tonza Exum. Sending love to all of the sorors I have met and bonded with along the way…I feel so blessed and grateful.

Yes, I’m going to be posting pictures today and celebrating one of the most life changing decisions I ever made.

Spr ā€˜88, #11, Satin Doll, Iota Alpha

Something a little different for my feed. I captured hundreds of photos for my sorority chapter, , of our new members. S...
04/22/2026

Something a little different for my feed. I captured hundreds of photos for my sorority chapter, , of our new members. So much fun! Here are a few photos…then back to our regularly scheduled program…headshots!

Congratulations 99 Degrees of Crimson Fire! šŸ”ŗšŸ˜ā¤ļø

The thing that keeps most professionals from booking a headshot?Not knowing what to expect.Here’s what actually happens:...
04/20/2026

The thing that keeps most professionals from booking a headshot?

Not knowing what to expect.

Here’s what actually happens:
→ We talk for a few minutes before the camera comes out
→ I direct every pose, every expression, every angle
→ You see the images as we go
→ Retouched photos in your inbox within a week

You don’t need to love the camera. You just need to show up.
Full walkthrough at the link in the comments.

04/15/2026

So proud of these ladies! I thoroughly enjoyed capturing their beautiful headshots. 99 headshots in 3 hours…same level of quality!!!

Congratulations Sorors!!! Welcome to the sisterhood! šŸ”ŗšŸ˜ā¤ļø

The outfit you think looks great might be the reason your headshot doesn’t convert.Swipe to find out why, and what to we...
04/14/2026

The outfit you think looks great might be the reason your headshot doesn’t convert.

Swipe to find out why, and what to wear instead.

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