The Backstage Spotlight Issue on Headshots

The Backstage Spotlight Issue on Headshots

[LA Headshots for Actors by Vanie] I was once asked by what was then Backstage West (an industry publication before they went online as Backstage.com) to give my input on what actually makes a headshot effective. My advice then was the same as it is now, because while...
What do YOU look for in a makeup artist?

What do YOU look for in a makeup artist?

[Best Actor Headshots Los Angeles by Vanie] Over the years, when it comes to headshots, I’ve heard all the nightmare stories, as well as all the praises about makeup artists. Because I’ve heard it all, I have VERY SPECIFIC criteria when working with a makeup artist to...
What to Wear for Actor Headshots: A Look-by-Look Wardrobe Guide

What to Wear for Actor Headshots: A Look-by-Look Wardrobe Guide

If you want to know how to use wardrobe for your headshots, the answer is simple: dress the look, not yourself. Each character type has its own uniform, and wardrobe is what makes casting recognize that look in the first two seconds, before your essence even gets a...
An Agent’s Dos and Don’ts for the Best Headshots for Actors

An Agent’s Dos and Don’ts for the Best Headshots for Actors

If you want to know what makes the best headshots for actors, don’t just ask a photographer, ask an agent who reviews actor headshots for a living and decides which ones actually get submitted. That’s exactly why I handed this post over to someone whose...