Corporate Photography Malaysia - Corporate Portraits & Group Photos for SIDC
Happy SIDC CEO and her top managements
In August 2025, I had the privilege to work with the Securities Industry Development Corporation (SIDC) – the learning and development arm of the Securities Commission Malaysia. As one of the country’s leading institutions, SIDC plays a vital role in building talent and expertise for Malaysia’s capital market.
My assignment was to capture corporate photography for their leaders, including corporate portraits of the CEO, key management, and professional group photos.
From Outdoor to Indoor – Adapting to Client Needs
The original request was to shoot portraits outdoors, using natural light and greenery. But plans changed, and the client asked for indoor portraits with multiple poses for each person.
Because I always come prepared, I had my mobile studio lighting setup with large softboxes ready. This allowed me to quickly transform a small office space into a professional portrait studio without compromising on quality.
Individual and Group Sessions
Tengku Zarina Tengku Chik - CEO SIDC
Each leader at SIDC was photographed in corporate portrait sessions, both indoor and outdoor. Indoors, we explored about five different poses per person, focusing on professionalism and personality. Outdoors, I faced the challenge of balancing ambient light with flash, ensuring natural yet polished results.
For the corporate group photo, space was tight. Using a wide-angle lens and a high shooting angle, I managed to fit everyone in without distortion. This setup delivered a clean and professional image, perfect for official use.
SIDC Senior Management Group Photo
Building Confidence in Front of the Camera
Not everyone feels comfortable in front of a lens, especially in a corporate environment. To overcome this, I focused on building rapport with the team, guiding them with simple, confident poses that looked natural. The result – authentic portraits that reflect authority and warmth at the same time.
Post-Production and Finishing Touches
Tarana Gullchand Ramchand - SIDC
Once the shoot was complete, post-production focused on natural enhancements – adjusting contrast, brightness, and color, smoothing skin tones, whitening teeth, and brightening lips. Every edit was subtle, ensuring the final images looked polished while staying true to the real person.
Why Corporate Photography Matters for Businesses
For organizations like SIDC, professional corporate photography isn’t just about looking good. It’s about credibility. These business portraits and group photos will be used across annual reports, websites, LinkedIn profiles, press releases, and training materials.
SIDC Senior Management - Left To Right - Sarimah Ramthandin, Tengku Zarina Tengku Chik, Tarana Gullchand Ramchand
Stock images can never replace real photos of your own leaders and team. They dilute trust. Having authentic visuals of your people shows expertise, authority, and professionalism – qualities that every business should project.
Apart from headshots and group photos, I always encourage clients to think about company culture photography.
It’s the type of image that shows teamwork, people at work, and the atmosphere of the office. These photos help tell the story of who the company really is – not just the suits and ties.
I’ve written more about this here: Corporate Photography.
Final Thoughts
Working with SIDC reinforced one truth: preparation and adaptability are key in corporate photography. Whether it’s an indoor studio setup or balancing natural light outdoors, the goal remains the same – to create authentic, high-quality images that represent the company’s values.
