Why the $200 Headshot Doesn’t Work

Why the $200 Headshot Doesn’t Work

[Professional Headshots by Vanie] I recently had a phone conversation with an actress who had just spent $150 on headshots, but her agents were NOT happy with the shots. After seeing them, they suggested she get headshots taken by one of the photographers on their...
Agents and Managers Tell Us What They Look For In a Headshot

Agents and Managers Tell Us What They Look For In a Headshot

[Professional Headshots Near Me by Vanie] I asked a bunch of agents and managers… … and what I got in response is exactly what I’ve been preaching all along. From Kenneth & Nelson at Brick Entertainment (Commercial Only): 📸 Clear, crisp...
How to stay in the “Safe Zone” with your wardrobe choices

How to stay in the “Safe Zone” with your wardrobe choices

[Professional Headshots Near Me by Vanie] If your headshot package includes four outfits, you should bring four outfits to your shoot right? WRONG! ❌ I stress this during my consultations, and yet actors STILL show up with just enough to shoot in, instead of bringing...
4 Tips When Hiring a Stylist

4 Tips When Hiring a Stylist

[Acting Headshots Examples by Vanie] Hopefully, you’ve done your research before your headshot session–​ you’ve determined your key marketing looks and have begun to put together the proper wardrobe for each one. 👚 If you’ve already downloaded my Ultimate...
When You Hire a Photographer, What They Do Is What You Get

When You Hire a Photographer, What They Do Is What You Get

[Headshots Photography by Vanie] I once had the unfortunate luck of shooting with a client who should have hired another photographer. 😥 I’ll explain in a moment, but first, here’s what I’ve learned over the years both as a consumer and as a business owner. When you...