A personal brand, an executive portrait, an artist or musician headshot, and an actor’s casting headshot are not the same thing. This page is designed to help you choose the right type of portrait session based on your intended use.
LUX Production’s portrait photo shoots in Kağıthane, Istanbul, are scheduled by Burak Bulut Yıldırım on select dates. The type of shoot is chosen based on where the photo will be used, the subject’s professional role, the desired visual style, and the client’s delivery expectations. An executive portrait for LinkedIn, an artist portrait for an album cover, an actor’s headshot for a casting agency application, and a distinct portrait approach for personal brand visibility each require a specific approach.
The right portrait shot is chosen based on where the photo will be used. An executive portrait for LinkedIn and the company website; a personal brand portrait for personal visibility; an artist portrait for album covers, Spotify, Apple Music, and press use; and an actor’s headshot for a casting agency application are required.
“If you’re thinking, ”I want a professional portrait photo,” you’ll need to choose the right subpage based on how you plan to use it.
Location
The Kağıthane studio in Istanbul is our main location. For corporate team shoots, we can also arrange for a mobile studio setup within the office.
Who does the filming?
Portrait sessions are planned and conducted directly by Burak Bulut Yıldırım.
Pricing and Plans
The packages, delivery quantities, and scope of use for each type of portrait are specified separately on their respective pages.
Portrait and Corporate Representation Portfolio
Selected Partnerships
We have worked on executive, team, personal brand, artist, and professional profile photo shoots for a variety of purposes. The names below are selected references from our experience in portrait and corporate photography.
Aksa Kazancı HoldingArmut.comAura PortfolioAveato GmbHBorusan EnergyGuarantee TechnologyGoogle TurkeyIyzicoKoturman ManagementLBF PartnersMarif Uğurlu Law FirmNetas HoldingPwCRhenusSerdar KuzulogluTuna KiremitçiVelocity GlobalXiaomi Turkey
5/5 Google review
“I’m very happy with all of my personal branding and corporate portrait photos, and I love using them across all platforms.”
Hakan Şık
5/5 Google review
“The effort and attention given before, during, and after the corporate portrait shoot are tremendous.”
Alperen Narmanlı
5/5 Google review
“I was there for a photo shoot for LinkedIn, and they managed to produce work that was very similar to the portfolio of examples we had put together.”
Buğra “BFT” Torun
01 · Four main portrait routes
Which portrait session is right for you?
Most people looking to have a portrait taken use the same terms: professional portrait, headshot, profile photo, personal photo, and casting photo. However, it’s not the term itself but the intended use that determines which type of shoot you need. The four options below are designed to help you choose the right service without ending up on the wrong page.
Personal Branding · Consultant · Academic · Author
Personal Branding & Professional Portraits
A set of naturally retouched, carefully curated, and personalized portraits for your LinkedIn profile, personal website, speaker profile, PR materials, media kit, or professional social media presence.
Portraits of Business Leaders, CEOs, and Executives
A professional headshot suitable for LinkedIn, the company website, press releases, investor presentations, and the team page—for the CEO, founder, executives, board of directors, and company teams.
Executive portrait, CEO portrait, founder portrait
Corporate headshot and professional LinkedIn photo
Portrait photography sessions focused on album covers, Spotify/Apple Music profiles, press photos, PR portfolios, and stage personas for musicians, artists, singers, DJs, and influencers/creative professionals in need of a professional visual identity.
Artist photo, musician portrait, DJ portrait
Album cover photo shoots and social media profiles
For actors and aspiring actors: a casting agency application, an actor’s portfolio, a casting file, and a set of headshots that are naturally retouched, suitable for the agency’s profile, and showcase a range of characters.
Actor headshot and cast photo shoots
Close-up, half-length, full-length, and 3/4-length angle options
Natural delivery, on-camera authenticity, and range of characters
The summary below is provided to help you quickly identify which page your portrait photography request is associated with. Since the term “headshot” is used in both corporate and acting contexts, it is important to clarify the intended purpose.
LinkedIn / Professional ProfileExecutive Profile
CEO, founder, team page, company website, investor presentation, and professional LinkedIn photo.
Personal visibilityPersonal Brand Profile
Consultant, academic, author, speaker, independent professional, personal website, and PR profile.
Album / Stage NameArtist portrait
Spotify, Apple Music, album cover, single announcement, press photo, concert poster, and EPK.
Casting / Agency ApplicationActor headshot
Casting agency photo, actor's portfolio, casting application, natural expression, and range of characters.
03 · To avoid going to the wrong page
The same word can mean different things
“I want a headshot”First, determine your intended use
If LinkedIn is to be used for a company website or team page Executive Profile; if it is to be used for a casting agency, an actor's portfolio, or a casting application player headshot That page would be more accurate.
“I want a professional portrait photo”Choose based on your professional profile
For consultants, academics, authors, speakers, or to build personal brand visibility personal portrait; A corporate executive profile would be more appropriate for a CEO, executive, founder, or company team.
“I’d like an outdoor shoot / creative portrait”The choice of medium is crucial
For an album, stage persona, or PR image artist portrait; an actor's portfolio should be evaluated for casting applications; a personal brand profile should be evaluated for personal visibility.
04 · Work Approach
Portrait Sessions in Istanbul with Burak Bulut Yıldırım
The portrait sessions featured on these four pages are not planned with the same approach as quick ID photos or standard studio photography. Each session is structured—including lighting, framing, expression, attire, background, and delivery format—based on the individual’s specific representational needs. The goal is not merely to produce a photograph that looks good, but to create a professional visual portfolio that can be effectively used in the right context.
Burak Bulut Yildirim, a photographer who has been working between Istanbul and Berlin since 2005, creating work in the fields of portrait, fashion, advertising, and fine art photography. Portrait sessions in Istanbul are scheduled during specific periods of the year on limited dates. Depending on the type of shoot, priority is given to personal branding, corporate representation, artistic identity, or actor casting.
05 · Process
Three questions to clarify before moving on to the correct profile page
01
Where will the photo be used?
LinkedIn or the company's website
Personal website or PR portfolio
Spotify, album cover or press image
Casting agency, portfolio, or actor application
02
What kind of representation is needed?
Professional and trustworthy
Personal brand-focused
Atmospheric and creative
Natural, simple, and open to the role
03
How many different outputs are needed?
Single profile update
Web, PR, and Social Media Package
Horizontal, vertical, and square frames
Headshot, half-body, and full-body options
06 · Our Customers' Experiences
Google reviews we’ve selected from our portrait, headshot, and personal branding photo shoots
From the genuine customer reviews posted on Google for LUX Production / Burak Bulut Photography Studio, we’ve selected the ones most relevant to the services featured on this page. You can view all reviews on our Google Business Profile.
5/5 Google review
“I really enjoyed my headshot session. The photographers were very professional and truly knew their craft.”
Aysha Mirzayeva
5/5 Google review
“After doing some research online, I decided to have my headshot photos taken based on the reviews—and I’m so glad I did.”
Erbil Koru
5/5 Google review
“If you’re undecided and need a good headshot, don’t hesitate to call.”
Özge İnce
5/5 Google review
“During the personal portrait studio session, Mr. Burak put everyone at ease with his warm, friendly, and patient demeanor.”
Arda Bafra
5/5 Google review
“I had requested a photo shoot for my corporate pages. They’re a very professional and highly successful team in every respect.”
Hakan Dizginci
5/5 Google review
“I feel very lucky to have had my first headshot experience with such a wonderful, energetic team.”
Nilay Türküler
5/5 Google review
“Everyone really liked my profile photos. I highly recommend them.”
Didem Unat
5/5 Google review
“Thank you for making sure I felt comfortable and at ease during the shoot and for carefully fulfilling all the post-production requests.”
Can the Repairman
5/5 Google review
“We did a photo shoot for LinkedIn, and everything went really well.”
Please describe your intended use, your professional profile, and where you plan to use the photos. Let us direct you to the right page based on your choice: personal branding, executive portrait, artist/musician portrait, or actor’s casting headshot.
Frequently Asked Questions About Choosing a Portrait Session
Which page should I visit for a professional portrait photo shoot in Istanbul?
You should proceed based on the intended use. A corporate executive portrait is appropriate for LinkedIn, company websites, and executive profiles; a personal portrait is suitable for personal branding and PR visibility; an artist/musician portrait is ideal for albums, Spotify, and artist press photos; and an actor headshot page is appropriate for casting agencies and actor applications.
Should you choose a personal portrait or an executive portrait for your LinkedIn photo?
If your use of LinkedIn is linked to corporate representation, an executive profile, a company website, or a team page, an executive profile is more appropriate. If LinkedIn is to be used for a personal website, a speaker profile, or to build visibility as an independent professional, a personal brand profile may be a better option.
Are actor headshots and corporate headshots the same thing?
No. A corporate headshot is used for professional representation that inspires confidence. An actor’s headshot, on the other hand, is designed to allow a casting director to assess the person based on their natural expression, on-camera presence, and range of characters.
Which page does the album cover and Spotify profile photo belong to?
The album cover, single artwork, Spotify profile photo, Apple Music profile photo, press kit, and artist PR images belong to the artist/musician profile page.
Where can I find out the price of a portrait session?
The pricing and package details for each type of portrait are listed on its respective page. The price is influenced by the intended use, shoot duration, number of final photos, location, need for a team shoot, and scope of post-production.
How are photos selected and submitted?
All photos taken are shared in low resolution the next day for selection; the final selected shots are retouched and delivered. The delivery format can be tailored to the intended use—square, portrait, landscape, or a JPEG optimized for the web.
Can you also do corporate team photo shoots?
Yes. For corporate team photo shoots, we can set up a mobile studio within the office. By standardizing the lighting, background, framing, eye level, and retouching approach, we establish a consistent portrait standard for the team.
Should this page be used for headshot sessions in Berlin?
This page lists options for Turkish-language portrait photo shoots in Istanbul. For English- or German-language headshot photo shoots in Berlin, Just A Headshot is the better choice.
Contact
Studio and Contact
If you're not sure which page is the right one for a portrait shoot, simply describe your purpose briefly. To avoid being directed to the wrong service, it's best to clarify the type of shoot first.
Address and location
Studio address
8B Meydan Street, 34413 Kağıthane / Istanbul
Directions
Located approximately 600 meters from the Levent Metro station and Kanyon Mall, behind Garanti Bank on Ortabayır Square.
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