WHAT TO EXPECT
Actor Headshots
Acting is hard. Navigating an acting career is even harder. Let's just get you some great pictures, okay?
Alright! So we've set up your appointment! We're going to get you looking pretty (or rough?) for pilot season. Now what?
First, let's talk YOU. While booking your headshot appointment with us, you’ll be asked a few questions so that we can start building a picture of who you are, where your career is at, and where you’re trying to take it. Upon shoot day, we’ll chat some more about what your needs are, what your character type is, and begin to match wardrobe to those objectives.
Second, let's take your picture! We've already communicated on looks, time, parking, etc. - there's not a thing to worry about. Let's just get you in front of the camera and make some magic! Whether you’ve got years of experience in front of the camera, or are just getting started, I’ll give you some simple tricks and poses to elevate your game. As an introvert myself, I totally understand the anxiety that can be involved with getting your headshot taken - but I’ll be there with you on every single photograph tailoring the lighting and posing to make you look and feel your very best.
Lastly, let's get you your shots. In the week following our shoot, you'll receive an invite to view your pictures online. You're welcome to invite your agent, manager, or anyone else to the album to help you choose your favorites. Once you've chosen the shots you want edited, I'll get to work. You can expect your choices back to you, edited, in 2 weeks or less. You'll also receive the other pictures that you didn't choose in hi-res .jpg format, and you’re free to share any of them on your social channels. hell, I don’t even mind if you throw a filter on them : ). This was YOUR time and your headshot session, where you were given the floor to look and feel as as good as possible. I want you to have full access to those moments and those pictures we took.
And that's it! Kinda... I want you to be thrilled with your new headshots. If there is any adjustment that you'd like me to make after you've received the edited versions, lets communicate and make it happen!
If you have any other questions, head to my Contact page and shoot me a message!
Hair and Makeup
Inside the studio, there’s a hair and makeup station with a full body mirror and rack to hang all of your clothing options. The studio itself is fully air-conditioned, and there’s also a bathroom on-site.
Wardrobe
please bring options! It’s always best to bring a mix of both basic, staple items in addition to pieces that reflect your personal style and chosen looks. We’ll go over all of your options together in studio before your shoot to decide on the final pieces. Here’s a sample list of some items that work best:
MEN
T-shirts – Henleys, V neck, crew neck, neutrals, and a variety of colors
Outerwear/Layering pieces – Leather jackets, denim jackets, cargo jackets, hoodies, flannels, light sweaters, etc.
Dress shirt/button down – this can include ties, suit jackets, sports coat, or anything else that you might want to take on or off to change the vibe.
Jeans or pants – for headshots, make sure these are a pair you don’t mind being photographed in case they show. For portraits, make sure they go with your overall look.
WOMEN
Basic tank tops
T-shirts – V neck, crew neck, neutrals, and a variety of colors
Blouses/Dressy tops – can be a variety, from office wear to date night
Outerwear/Layering pieces - Blazers, leather jackets, denim jackets, hoodies, cardigans, flannels, light sweaters, etc.
Dresses
Jeans or pants – for headshots, make sure these are a pair you don’t mind being photographed in case they show. For portraits, make sure they go with your overall look
Specific undergarments for chosen pieces – nude or strapless bra, pasties, etc.
Payment
Payment in full is due at the end of your session. Cash, Zelle & Card (credit card transaction fee of 3.7%) are our preferred payment methods. If you have hired one of our HMUA, you will be paying them separately.