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Q: What should I wear for my acting headshot?

A: For actors, casting directors love to see a genuine, transparent, and fresh look. Solid colors are recommended. Consider your skin’s undertone. Do bright colors look better on you? Dark colors? Pastels? If you’re not sure, bring options and I’ll help you choose! If you are planning to audition for a particular character type, bring clothes that most closely resemble that archetype, and style your hair accordingly.

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Q: What should I wear for corporate headshots or portraits?

A: Corporate headshots are quite simple. Although solid colors are still recommended to keep the look clean, simple patterns won’t hurt at all. Professionals can still be colorful and look friendly! Hair should be in the style acceptable for the workplace or your career field.

Portraits can be as creative as you want them to be! They are all about showing your personality, your thoughts, and your emotions surrounding the moment, location, or event being shot. It is best to share with your photographer what atmosphere you’d like your photos to have or what you plan to wear so that an appropriate location can be chosen and colors don’t clash. Have fun with it.

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Q: How do I prepare?

A: It’s important to remember that the photographer’s job is to work with what is in front of them. This means that makeup, hair, nails, and all other grooming should be done before the shoot to maximize the time. Many photographers will tell you when you have a fly hair or if a color is too soft or too harsh on the face to translate well on camera. Editing can do a lot, but the best photos are ones that are near perfect in the lens.

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Q: How much do you alter the photos?

A: In the end, photos should look like you. Blemishes are generally removed. Color grading or changes to the background may be applied (like removal of distracting signs, trees, or structures). That being said, if a client has certain reservations, wants minimal editing, or maximum editing, much effort will be made to deliver what suits the client.

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Q: What if I don’t know how to pose?

A: Take comfort in knowing you’re not the only one. I always try my best to create a relaxing atmosphere. Most photographers (all should, really) will direct you in your movements in order to capture the best moments. Take a deep breath, shake it all out, practice in the mirror, and truuuust the process.