ACTING HEADSHOTS WITH PERSONALITY THAT LOOK LIKE YOU
So you go from broke to booked and finally call yourself a working actor!
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YOU’RE A CHARACTER ACTOR WHO’D LIKE TO WORK CONSISTENTLY, BOOK QUALITY JOBS AND BUILD A SUCCESSFUL CAREER
But you’re struggling to even get auditions
Your agents and managers blame your headshots and constantly ask for re-shoots.
You're told repeatedly that you don't look like your headshots and that your headshots have no personality.
You're frustrated from constantly wasting money on headshots.
You feel hopeless because your career is on hold... still.
STOP WASTING TIME AND MONEY ON GENERIC ‘PRETTY’ HEADSHOTS
AGENTS CAN’T USE
Headshots are a marketing tool, not just pretty pictures of you!
Unfortunately, too many
headshot photographers in LA
take only generic “pretty” headshots which reps either don’t like, can’t use, or makes them ask for a re-shoot!
“Pretty” is good on Mom’s mantle and satisfies your vanity, so we’ll give it to you but only pretty drains your wallet and makes you wait for auditions as time passes you by.
You’re more than just “pretty”, your headshots should be too.
ACCOLADES
FROM HAPPY THESPIANS
“If you want headshots that get you auditions, this is your photographer! I have never had as many auditions since I got my new shots. I have gone to all the big names but Vanie’s headshots are the ones that actually do what they are supposed to do!“
“After my first session a few years ago, I saw an immediate increase in auditions. This go around, I’m expecting I will see a huge uptick in opportunity.”
“I’ve taken photos before that just made me look pretty but didn’t show any depth or as much personality. I’m already getting called into more auditions because of it.”
WE CREATE PERSONALITY-DRIVEN HEADSHOTS FOR THE
specific roles you play
USING IMPROV GAMES AND DIRECTING TECHNIQUES
Look, I get it, as a former actress, I know how discouraging it is to have your reps constantly ask for better headshots and for that to be the reason your career is on hold.
As a photographer I realized that for headshots to be effective, you need to get specific with types and show your personality.
My team and I create effective headshots with specific looks based on the roles you play.
We create headshtos with personality that showcase your acting range for each character!
We direct you so you get out of your head and into character bringing out organic expressions that look like you!
IMAGINE GETTING A BUNCH OF AUDITIONS FOR ROLES YOU CAN ACTUALLY BOOK
Imagine paying off your headshots with an immediate booking
Imagine losing that “survival job” and being a working actor!
No more re-shoot requests. Your agents and managers will have powerful marketing tools they need to get you seen by casting directors.
You'll have headshtos that lead to better representation and more opportunity.
You'll land roles on coveted shows just like our other clients who have been cast in shows like "The Morning Show", "Barry" "Physical" and more.
You'll feel confident and empowered as a working actor.
OUR PROMISE TO YOU
AN EASY, FUN + STRESS-FREE SESSION
1️⃣ FIRST, WE SEND OUR GUIDE ON LOOKS & WARDROBE
To help you figure out & get specific with the looks that are right for you, and to prepare the wardrobe for those looks!
2️⃣ NEXT, WE PROVIDE A MINI CONSULTATION
The day of your session, we guide you on what looks will get you the most auditions and which outfits will clarify those looks.
3️⃣ YOU'LL HAVE THE MOST FUN HEADSHOT SESSION EVER
We’ll direct you and throw lines at you, we’ll play improv games or have you be in character… getting you out of your head and acting!
4️⃣ YOU'LL GET HEADSHOTS WITH PERSONALITY THAT ACTUALLY WORK
Headshots everyone loves, getting you way more auditions and so you become a working actor right away.
Thanks
– Sarah Tither Kaplan
“Almost everything I booked was because of these headshots.”
“Previous to my session with Vanie, I was getting called in for auditions maybe twice a month. Now that I am using my Vanie shots I am going out twice a day.”
“I’ve been going to Vanie for three years now and each time the results get better and better. My agent is thrilled with the pics and I’m now a booking machine.”
Hi, I’m Vanie
THE
LA HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHER
FOR ACTORS WHO DON’T LIKE TO POSE
And I blame my parents for the misspelling of my name. My name is actually pronounced like Bonnie (Vah-nee). Over the last 25 years I’ve helped roughly 6000+ actors like you with headshots that land auditions and build thriving careers. Whether you shoot with me or my trained team, Kayvon and Joe, you’ll receive a fun, collaborative experience and headshots that are more than just a pretty picture – powerful marketing tools that help you achieve your acting dreams.
CAN’T WAIT TO MEET YOU!
Selected as the Photographer for Comedian Romesh Ranganathan in Showtime’s “Just Another Immigrant”
Selected as the Photographer for Cree on “The Tia and Tamera Show”
Voted One of La’s Favorite Photographers by Backstage Readers, 3 years in a row.
GOT
QUESTIONS?
I hate having headshots taken, how will you help?
You hate posing because you don’t know what to do with your face and other photographers only direct you to pose you. Working with us will be soooo different. You’ll never hate taking headshots again because with us, you won’t pose like a model, you’ll actually act like an actor. Everyone, I mean everyone says it was the most painless and enjoyable shoot they’ve ever had. Because when you’re having fun doing what you do, there’s no way you’ll hate it.
I'm just starting out, do I need to invest in pro headshots?
IF you’re all in, then yes! Otherwise, you’ll end up getting agents who ask you to re-shoot, causing you to spend more money, because you didn’t give them the marketing tools they need. We know what industry standards are and your friend with a camera does not.??♀️
If I get headshots before getting an agent, aren't they going to ask me to re-shoot?
The
best headshot photographers in LA
know industry standards and our headshots will not put you in that position.
If you’re green, bringing them the proper marketing tools will demonstrate you’re invested in your career!
I don't have an agent yet, should I wait to get headshots with you?
I've taken so many headshots and they never seem to work. How do I know these will work?
Have you invested in your career though or have you had friends take your headshots? Or are you the perpetual $200 headshot taker? If so, it’s time to invest in a pro because you WILL see a return on your investment.
If you’ve invested in
professional headshots
and they still didn’t work, it’s because they’re selling you as just “pretty” and don’t showcase your personality with clearly defined marketing looks! You’re more than just pretty, your headshots should be too!
What if I don't like my headshots? Do you offer a guarantee?
Nope, because we are 100% confident that your headshots will be effective – as long as you use them. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to preview each shot before we begin, allowing you to check for hair, wardrobe, and other details. After we finish, you will be able to review every shot before moving on to the next look. This ensures that you will not be surprised by the final results. If there is anything you dislike, we will make immediate changes. The same applies to makeup. We won’t proceed to the next look until you are satisfied with what you see. However, it is worth noting that very rarely some individuals may struggle with seeing themselves with personality rather than just as vacant models posing for “pretty.” If all you desire is to look pretty, then we are not the photographers for you. Our focus is on capturing your essence and helping you succeed in your professional endeavors, not just making you look attractive.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes! Book a session and pay the deposit. The day of your session, you may pay the balance “in-store” with an Afterpay or Affirm card (ask us for details).
I hate having headshots taken, how will you help?
You hate posing because you don’t know what to do with your face and other photographers only direct you to pose you. This experience will be soooo different. You’ll never hate taking headshots again because with us, you won’t pose like a model, you’ll actually act like an actor. Everyone, I mean everyone says it was the most painless and enjoyable shoot they ever had. Because when you’re having fun acting, there’s no way you’ll hate it.
I'm just starting out, do I need to invest in pro headshots?
IF you’re all in, then yes! Otherwise, you’ll end up getting agents who ask you to re-shoot, causing you to spend more money, because you didn’t give them the marketing tools they need. We know what industry standards are and your friend with a camera does not.??♀️
If I get headshots before getting an agent, aren't they going to ask me to re-shoot?
Not true! If you invest in PROPER headshots that clearly define your marketing looks and bring out your personality, your new reps will have the tools they need to sell you with! The biggest reason they ask for a re-shoot is because you didn’t put thought into marketing and gave them just pretty pictures of you.
The
best headshot photographers in LA
know industry standards and our headshots will not put you in that position.
If you’re green, bringing them the proper marketing tools will demonstrate you’re invested in your career!
I don't have an agent yet, should I wait to get headshots with you?
No! In order to get an agent, you’ll need to submit your headshots to them. You’ll significanlty increase the odds of getting an interview by submiting headshots with personality and well thought out marketing looks. With our headshots, you’ll look like you’re invested in your craft and you’ll be taken serisouly. Plus you’ll hit the road running withoug having to wait for new headshots!
I've taken so many headshots and they never seem to work. How do I know these will work?
Have you invested in your career though or have you had friends take your headshots? Or are you the perpetual $200 headshot taker? If so, it’s time to invest in a pro because you WILL see a return on your investment.
If you’ve invested in
professional headshots
and they still didn’t work, it’s because they’re selling you as just “pretty” and don’t showcase your personality with clearly defined marketing looks! You’re more than just pretty, your headshots should be too!
What if I don't like my headshots? Do you offer a guarantee?
Nope cuz we are 100% confident your headshots will work – as long as you use them.
Plus, you’ll get to see every shot before we start (to check for hair, wardrobe etc.) and you’ll get to review every shot after we finish and before moving on to the next look.
So there really is NO WAY you’ll be surprised by what you receive later. If you don’t like something, we change it right away. Same for makeup by the way. We don’t move on to the next look until you like what you see.
That said, very very rarely people get tripped up about seeing themselves with personality and not as vacant models posing for “pretty.” If all you want is pretty we are not the photographers for you! We want you working, not just looking pretty!
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes! Book a session and pay the deposit. The day of your session, you may pay the balance “in-store” with an Afterpay or Affirm card (ask us for details!).
WITHOUT PERSONALITY-DRIVEN HEADSHOTS
YOUR CAREER MAY STAY STUCK
You’ll struggle to get good representation with agents and managers who need proper marketing tools in your headshots.
Your reps, current or new, will continue to ask for re-shoots to get them better marketing tools.
You’ll continue to waste time missing out on auditions and waste money in the process.
You’ll feel frustrated and discouraged by the lack of progress in your career.
READY TO BECOME A WORKING ACTOR?
GO FROM BROKE TO BOOKED
Contact us for our process, packages and pricing!
FUN WITH JOE
FUN WITH KAYVON
Starts at $495
Works weekends. View portfolio.
Ask us about payment plans with Afterpay or Affirm.
FUN WITH ME!
Starts at $895
I shoot on Wednesdays and Thursdays. View my portfolio.
Ask us about payment plans with Afterpay or Affirm.