Military Headshots Pacific Grove | Professional Military Service Portraits — Jason Collin Photography – Why It’s Trending in 2026

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The search for a tie during a headshot session!

William contacted me with a sudden need for a headshot, and not just any headshot, a military service style headshot, which I have actually never done before. Fortunately, I had time in my schedule to get him in my Pacific Grove Photo Studio the very next day. The scramble right up until shooting time was finding a flag to use in the background! William found one last minute, but it was too tall to stand up on its base in my studio even with its high ceilings. So I then had to figure out how to prop it up at an angle so it could first, fit, and second, look like it needed to. There was use of a lot of clamps and a couple of light stands to make the final background happen! But!! Then William had forgotten his tie and there really was not time for him to drive back home to get it. So I thought, let’s check the nearby thrift stores for one. We had to go to three to find one that was close to what he needed, albeit the wrong color. Dark blue was close enough, so that in editing I could adjust it so it looked black like he needed. As you can see, this was not the usual headshot session, but I was glad to be able to pull everything together in a true team effort to make these headshots. Good luck William with your applications!

Headshots that are ready when you need them

If you need a professional headshot on a tight timeline, I keep the process simple, efficient, and focused on getting you a result you are confident using right away.

For military service portraits, you are welcome to bring your own flag. I provide the lighting, stands, and setup to position it properly for a well composed final image.

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Sophia Reyes is a passionate makeup enthusiast and freelance beauty writer based in New York City. With over 8 years of experience testing products, creating looks, and following industry trends, she specializes in everyday wearable makeup, clean beauty, and inclusive skincare routines. When she's not swatching the latest lip glosses, you'll find her exploring art galleries or trying new coffee spots. Follow her for honest reviews and beginner-friendly tutorials!
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