Why Every Business Needs
Expressive “Bubble Shots”
What Are Bubble Shots?
When you book a business portrait session, you expect clean, professional images, perfect for business profiles and branding. Bubble shots go further. These are expressive business portraits featuring creative reactions and dynamic hand gestures, tailored to suit marketing needs. Imagine yourself pointing to a sale price, shrugging as if to say “Who knew?”, or frowning in response to a negative result. Bubble shots are the images that pair perfectly with info bubbles, headlines or callouts in all kinds of marketing.
Why Are They Important?
Capturing bubble shots makes your marketing more visual and more human. They help you:
Present your personality and brand values in an authentic way
Highlight key messages with gestures and engaging facial expressions
React quickly to sales, announcements or market changes by drawing from an image library
Save time by reducing the need for repeat photo shoots when new marketing arises
These expressive, creative portraits are marketing gold. They grab attention, boost social engagement, and allow you to create graphics with immediate impact.
How To Use Bubble Shots in Marketing
Bubble shots work across every business channel:
Website banners and landing pages
Email campaigns and newsletters
Social media posts and paid ads
Printed flyers and posters
By letting your personality and expressions shine, you connect with your audience and make your message memorable.
Why You Should Get Bubble Shots at Every Session
When you’re already booked for new business portraits, set aside a few minutes for bubble shots:
Try different gestures—point, shrug, raise your hands, look surprised, frown, or smile broadly
Experiment with poses suitable for reactions like “great news” or “that’s not good”
Have fun with it—your authentic reactions can turn into some of your most powerful marketing content
See Real Bubble Shot Examples
Below, you’ll find over 50 of my favourite bubble shots to show just how versatile and engaging these images can be.
Ready To Stand Out?
Want bubble shots in your next session? Or have questions about using expressive portraits for marketing? Contact me—I’m always happy to help.
