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Headshots in Raleigh, NC
LinkedIn, executive and business headshots in Raleigh, on location. Prices are listed, and the travel fee is shown before you pay.
Short answer
Headshots in Raleigh with GKPhoto start at $250 for The Professional: about 20 minutes, 2 retouched images and 48-hour delivery. Raleigh is 10 to 25 miles from Apex, so travel adds $50. Sessions happen at your Raleigh office, or at a spot such as Dix Park or the WRAL Azalea Gardens.
- Starting price
- $250
- Personal Brand
- $395
- Travel
- Adds $50, by arrangement
- Delivery
- 48 hours
Headshot sessions in Raleigh
Two sessions cover most needs. The Professional is $250: about 20 minutes, 1 to 2 looks and 2 retouched images. The Personal Brand is $395: about 45 minutes, 2 to 3 outfits or backdrops and 5 retouched images. Raleigh is 10 to 25 miles from Apex, so a $50 travel fee applies.
| Session | Session price | Raleigh travel | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Professional | $250 | $50 | $300 |
| The Personal Brand | $395 | $50 | $445 |
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Where Raleigh headshots happen
I come to your Raleigh office, or we meet at a park or garden. Three outdoor places in the city guide suit a headshot.
| Setting | Backdrop | Shade | Crowds | Permit and rules |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Your Raleigh office | A clean wall or a window with good light. | Indoors | Private | None needed |
| Dorothea Dix Park | Large city park open dawn to dusk. | Low shade | Moderate | City permit: one year, all city parks |
| WRAL Azalea Gardens | 1.5-acre public garden with 60+ azalea varieties that bloom in spring and fall, plus a fountain used for photos. | Some shade | Moderate | No reservation for daytime photography |
| Raleigh Municipal Rose Garden | About 1,200 roses of 60 varieties, blooming late May to autumn. | Low shade | Moderate | City permit applies: confirm with the city |
Dix Park is open dawn to dusk and has free paved and gravel lots near the Big Field, Flowers Field and the bottom of the Sunflower Field. There is no roadside or grass parking. The WRAL Azalea Gardens cover 1.5 acres with more than 60 azalea varieties and a fountain, and parking is free in the lot across from the gardens. The Municipal Rose Garden has about 1,200 roses, but its own spaces are very limited, so most people park along Pogue Street.
Raleigh office sessions
Most Raleigh headshots need no park at all. Tell me the building, the floor and the room, and I confirm the plan before you book. A window with side light and a plain wall is enough. Ask your building about loading and visitor parking before the date, because garages and security desks differ.
Teams can book on-site rates of $150 per person, $1,200 for a half day or $2,200 for a full day. Add the $50 Raleigh travel fee once for the visit.
The Raleigh permit, in plain words
Raleigh Parks requires a one-year commercial photography permit for city parks, and the permit covers all City of Raleigh parks. Dix Park says professional photographers are welcome but need that permit. Wake County asks for a free registration in its parks, and NC State Parks needs a Special Activity Permit. The azalea garden says no reservation is needed for daytime photography.
An office session needs none of this. For a park, I confirm the rule for your date before you book.
Sources: City of Raleigh Parks, Dix Park guidelines and WRAL Azalea Gardens FAQ.Best time of year for outdoor headshots in Raleigh
- Dorothea Dix Park. Spring 4 of 5, summer 2, fall 4, winter 2.
- WRAL Azalea Gardens. Spring 5 of 5, summer 3, fall 4, winter 2.
- Raleigh Municipal Rose Garden. Spring 4 of 5, summer 4, fall 4, winter 2.
Guide ratings out of 5 from the Raleigh location guide, not a forecast.
Spring is the strongest season at the azalea garden, which rates 5 of 5, and the garden says its azaleas bloom again in fall. The Rose Garden blooms from late May into autumn. Summer is hard at open-sky Dix Park, so book near sunset or choose your office. Winter works best indoors or in the garden on a clear day.
What to wear in Raleigh
The azalea garden is pink and green in spring, so skip hot pink and bright green. Navy, charcoal and cream stand out against the blooms.
In an office with a plain wall, navy, grey and charcoal give a calm frame. The headshot wardrobe guide has a checklist.
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Questions
Frequently asked questions
How much do headshots cost in Raleigh?
The Professional is $250 and The Personal Brand is $395. Raleigh adds a $50 travel fee, so the totals are $300 and $445. Prices are before NC sales tax, and edited digitals and a print release come with every session.
Do I need a permit for a headshot in a Raleigh park?
For a client session, yes in most city parks. Raleigh Parks requires a one-year commercial photography permit that covers all city parks. The WRAL Azalea Gardens say no reservation is needed for daytime photography. An office session needs no permit. I confirm the rule for your date before you book.
Can you come to my Raleigh office?
Yes. Tell me the building, the floor and the room, and I confirm it works before you book. A window with side light and a plain wall is enough. Ask your building about visitor parking and loading ahead of the date.
Which Raleigh spot is best for an outdoor headshot?
The azalea garden is the gentlest in spring, with a fountain and soft color. Dix Park is open sky and room to move, and it is strongest in spring and fall. The Rose Garden is a good choice from late May. Pick the garden for color and Dix for space.
How soon will I get my Raleigh headshots?
Retouched images arrive in 48 hours in a private online gallery. Rush 24-hour delivery adds $100. Every Raleigh session includes a print release, so you can use the images on LinkedIn, your website and in print.
Is there parking at Dix Park for a headshot session?
Yes. Dix Park lists free paved and gravel lots near the Big Field, Flowers Field and the bottom of the Sunflower Field. There is no roadside or grass parking, and accessible restrooms are in the Chapel. I send the meeting point when you book.
Can a Raleigh team get headshots in one visit?
Yes. On-site team rates are $150 per person, $1,200 for a half day or $2,200 for a full day. The Raleigh travel fee of $50 is added once for the visit.
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