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Industry Standards for Makeup in Headshots

Industry Standards for Makeup in Headshots

Headshot photographers LA, Vanie Poyey One of the top reasons I see agents asking for a re-shoot... ...is too much makeup in headshots. In fact so much so that some reps will flat out say "Don't wear makeup in your headshots!!". Although I don't agree, (because it...

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What Is The Purpose Of A Headshot?

What Is The Purpose Of A Headshot?

Headshot Photographer Vanie Poyey Most actors think headshots are an opportunity to play dress up... ...and have a nice photo taken. BUT there's sooo much more to a headshot than that. Headshots are a marketing tool, a business card of sorts. They are *not* simply...

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Avoid This Mistake When Newly Moving to the LA Market

Avoid This Mistake When Newly Moving to the LA Market

headshot photographers LA; Vanie poyey I recently spoke to a woman who had taken new headshots just a couple of months before her big move to LA. After using her headshots at workshops and other events with industry professionals from LA, she came to realize that they...

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Who You Should Never Take Advice from on Social Media

Who You Should Never Take Advice from on Social Media

[Headshots For Actors by Vanie] When it comes to your career, if you hang out with amateurs, it’s safe to say you’ll stay an amateur. If you want to continue moving the needle forward, you’ll need to surround yourself with people who are already at the level you want...

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How to Nail Your Headshot Session

How to Nail Your Headshot Session

  [Headshots Los Angeles By Vanie] Have you heard of Jordan Ancel? Jordan is an award-winning producer, director, writer, author, artist, and entrepreneur. Amazing, right? This level of experience allows him to provide some GREAT insight for actors looking to...

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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 received an email from a very panicked client saying she is overwhelmed. This, the day before her photo session. Adam Rodney: Jock / Anti-Hero / Suburban Dad She said even though she listened to the podcast interview...

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