"Headshots are portraits with a purpose"

I'm really passionate about taking headshots. I understand a headshot can really open doors to casting, managers and agents. I've worked on both sides of the camera in all fields as talent and in casting.

I love working closely with the people I shoot, making sure they are comfortable, prepared and get great results. If you have representation, even better. I can talk to them to really tailor the shoot to your needs.

 

Today a huge percentage of casting, commercially and theatrically, is done online. Casting directors stare at LCD's for hours at a time flicking through thumbnails (sometimes as small as the thumbnails in the gallery!). I really want to create an image that will stand out, get you noticed and satisfy the room when you walk in looking like your shot.

 

There are a lot of factors that go into making a great headshot: lighting, wardrobe, hair and makeup, but most importantly you. Like any great actor I'm photographing what you're thinking rather than what you're doing. You've more then likely heard the expression "it's all about the eyes"? Well that's not too much about how the light shines in them and more about a clear precise thought shooting into the camera and registering on film as you being totally present. Your thoughts along with your wardrobe are the very thing that creates what most representation wants these days: specific looks representing the many roles you can go out for.

 

For any professional actor who has worked on set hair and makeup is an essential part of looking good and "popping" on film. I strongly advise both men and women to get a pro to do their hair and makeup. You wouldn't turn down hair and makeup on the set of a movie or TV show, would you? The same goes for shoots. The idea is for you to look your best, look like you, but to cover blemishes and uneven skin and to style your hair so as not to distract from the final image. Always, though, remembering this is your shoot and at any time you don't feel comfortable it's your place to stop the shoot to make changes. We want you comfotable after all!

 

Headshot shoots can be daunting, I've sat for quite a few over the years, but I can assure you we'll have a great time, and your representation will be happy too!

 

Thanks,

 

David