The Worst Thing You Can Do Before Headshot Day

The Worst Thing You Can Do Before Headshot Day

[Professional Headshots Los Angeles by Vanie] I want to share a story with you about a time when I received an email from a very panicked client saying she is overwhelmed.ย  ย  She said that even though she listened to the podcast interview with me, watched a ton of...
How You Might Be Ruining a Great Headshot Session

How You Might Be Ruining a Great Headshot Session

[Headshot Photography Los Angeles by Vanie] Your final headshot choices can work against youโ€ฆ even when you have a great headshot session! ย  Carmelita Hughes: Lawyer / Love Interest Coleen Gibbons: Anti-Heroine / Period / Creative Professional In preparing actorsย for...
Headshot Rules You Should Ignore

Headshot Rules You Should Ignore

[Best Headshot Photographers Los Angeles by Vanie] Can I wear bright lipstick in a headshot? Can I wear hats in a headshot? Is jewelry allowed in headshots? Is a scarf okay? Can I wear bold colors? Should I not wear black? ย  The list ๐Ÿ“ƒ of questions about headshot doโ€™s...
The Difference Between Your Brand and Your Looks

The Difference Between Your Brand and Your Looks

[Acting Headshots Los Angeles by Vanie] There seems to be a lot of confusion around branding vs. looks. ย  Actors seem to think if they hone in on their brand, they will, in turn, narrow their target-market; the biggest complaint being, โ€œbut Iโ€™m an actor and I can play...
A Major Headshot Don’t is Now a Do

A Major Headshot Don’t is Now a Do

[Actor Headshots Los Angeles by Vanie] Itโ€™s hard to believe, but the 80โ€™s are back! No, Iโ€™m not talking fashion– Iโ€™m talking headshots. ย  There was a time when uniforms were frowned upon by casting directors. Now, it seems more and more agents are asking for...