Preparing for a Headshot Photography Session
Posted under: In preparation for a headshot photography session in Los Angeles the actor needs to define exactly the type (s) he or she is going for… being able to clearly define and describe to your photographer what your needs are out of a photo session is crucial to have the outcome you are going for… If you’re not sure on the types you should represent in your images and you don’t have representation (agent or manager…) then the photographer should make suggestions. Please remember the photographer is not your manager or your agent but if you work with someone who has experience with headshot photography in Los Angeles… he/she will be able to assist you in defining those types…
If you already have representation (agent, manager,etc…) they should convey to you the types they would like to submit you for… agents and managers in Los Angeles generally are very particular about your headshots, make sure they are very specific with details such as wardrobe and makeup they would like to see you have in your headshots, it is a frustrating experience as an actor to bring new headshots to your representation and have them tell you that the images are nice but that’s not really how they see you… A headshot photography session is an expense “you” incur… so do not hesitate to ask specific details before you show up to produce these headshots so that in turn you can provide your representation what they have in mind for your submissions…
Also if you are in an acting class your teacher and fellow actors will be happy to describe to you how they see you which is helpful to form your ideas as to what you’d like to be seen for…
Although it is a good idea to get feedback from others as to how they see you, remember that ultimately it is your career and you should decide how you want to be seen… what you want to be submitted for… stay realistic… in the end the whole experience should be enjoyable, don’t forget to make yourself happy in the process.