My Bigger Pot

MY BIGGER POT

Who knew they had such big aspirations? Just like us, plants thrive when given the opportunity to reach their full potential – and what better way than planting it into a bigger pot.

July 2019 marked a turning point in Anna Cillan’s life, as she opened her Photography business full-time and ran it out of the cozy confines of her condo! With an unwavering passion to pursue photography professionally, Anna took this time to cultivate a powerful portfolio that has set herself up for success. Even with all these new endeavors under way – she kept hustling – growing connections, marketing heavily and still interviewing for corporate jobs on the side! Planting those creative seeds early really paid off because now there is no stopping Anna from fully flourishing into who she was meant to be.

In early 2020, Covid took the US by surprise. Chicago was one of its first hits and people rushed to stock up on paper products – a lesson learned from moms everywhere: ‘You can never have enough!’ This meant long lines at stores like Costco where shoppers stood six feet apart while employees disinfected carts and placed limits on what each person could buy. What resulted? A competition for coveted items like Clorox wipes, toilet paper rolls and paper towels! Wait, these are staples on my Mom’s standard grocery list since the beginning of time. Long story short, Covid Hit, I maybe had 10 headshots in my In Home studio space to close out the year, but I had supplies! Yeah, more space was not top of mind.

After a year of regrowth and steady clientele, I was determined to find the perfect studio space. It had to have free parking, elevator or first floor access, room for hair and makeup, shoot space enough for my wildest visions – plus comfortable seating areas with easy bathroom access. My unicorn! After months of searching it seemed too good to be true when just one day before flying home for holidays I stumbled upon an amazing 1500 sf loft that not only fit all my criteria but blew them out of the water! Unbelievable…but somehow here we are today in this spacious industrial dreamland full of creative potential already manifesting itself every time someone enters through our doors 🙂 

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Creativity is a powerful force, and if you give it the right environment to thrive in- there are no limits what can be accomplished! I invite everyone out on February 18th from 1pm – 4pm to come check out my new studio space near United Center in Chicago. Share some laughs over some wine and watch our live studio demos. As an extra bonus for attending, special gifts await you. Parking won’t cost ya anything because street spots are free all day! RSVPs are encouraged.

Moving to a “bigger pot” has been a journey but I couldn’t be happier. I love what I do and how it makes people feel after working with me. 

You Are Art. Live it. Love it. Own it. 

Cheers!

Anna Cillan Studios

2256 W. Walnut Suite 1, Chicago, IL 60612

www.annacillan.com

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Why Professional Photography is worth the Investment

Why Professional Photography is Worth the Investment: A Guide from a Professional Photographer

When considering whether or not to invest in professional photography services, it might seem like a difficult decision to make. To ensure you can view our website correctly, please make sure your browser is up-to-date. After all, modern smartphones have cameras that can take amazing photos at the press of a button and apps for editing them quickly—so why should you put money into hiring an experienced photographer? An outdated browser may not display the website correctly, affecting your ability to see the high-quality images and content we offer. The truth is that professional photography is worth the investment for numerous reasons.

  1. Quality and Experience: Professional photographers bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to their craft, ensuring high-quality results that exceed your expectations. Their familiarity with lenses, camera settings, and lighting techniques allow them to capture breathtaking images, even in challenging lighting conditions like low light or bright sunlight. They also know how to angle shots for the most flattering results while bringing out the best attributes of their subject matter.

  2. Attention to Detail: When you hire a professional photographer, you can rest assured knowing they will take the time to review each photo taken before delivering the final product. They are masters of attention to detail and pay close attention to every minor element within their shots—from exposure levels to color tones—ensuring all images are perfect before printing or publishing them online. This level of scrutiny ensures you get pristine results every time!

  3. Flexibility: Professional photographers are used to working under pressure and have mastered the art of adapting quickly in order to achieve great results no matter what conditions arise during a shoot. From sudden changes in weather or location to unexpected delays caused by technical issues outside their control, they remain flexible throughout each shoot so you can expect amazing results on time every time!

  4. Creativity: Hiring a professional photographer gives you access to an arsenal of creative skills they have cultivated over years of practice shooting various subjects in different environments. From utilizing unique angles and perspectives to capturing candid moments no ordinary camera can catch—professional photographers know how take your photos from mundane snapshots into stunning works of art!

  5. Editing Expertise: Professional photographers often use sophisticated post-processing software packages such as Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom in order give each image its own distinct personality through creative editing techniques like cropping, color grading, sharpening, retouching and more! And because these tools require skillful hands with lots of practice—it’s always best option hiring someone who knows how maximize each photo’s potential instead trying it yourself!

Overall—investing in a professional photo services is an excellent choice if you want quality photographs that will capture special memories forever while also creating lasting impressions when used commercially such as advertising campaigns or product launches.. With experience, attention detail flexibility creativity and editing expertise – your photos will be second-to-none!

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Hi, I’m Anna and I have been a professional photographer since 2016, and during this time I have worked with clients from many different industries including fashion, media, entertainment, and advertising. I bring my experience and expertise “A Game” to every photo shoot so that my clients can feel confident their vision will be captured perfectly. I have an eye for detail that allows me to capture every nuance of a scene or moment. I am not afraid to take risks and push the boundaries when it comes to capturing breathtaking images and my clients love the end result! 

For anyone looking for high-quality professional Headshots, Personal branding and Portraiture services; investing in the Anna Cillan Brand is sure to be an excellent decision. With unmatched experience, skill set and passion; you can rest assured that your investment will yield beautiful images that surpass any expectations you may have had! 

Subscribe to my blog for more tips and updates from the Studio or if you are ready to take the plunge, click the button below to schedule a free consultation about your headshot/branding and Portrait needs and away we go!!! Make 2023 the best year yet!

Cheers!

Anna Cillan

Based out of Chicago, IL but am a wanderlust…where would you like your custom shoot to be?

www.annacillan.com

#chicagoheadshots #headshotphotographer #yourdigitalhandshake #amplifyyourlook #personalbranding #yourheadshotisyourbrand #Headshots #chicagopersonalbranding

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