PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS LOS ANGELES by Vanie Over the last 25 years, I can count on one hand how many times I either wished I cancelled a shoot or I did cancel a shoot. Clearly, not many. But when a new incident occurs, I'm reminded how important attitude is. I KNOW...
[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...
Headshot rules exist because somebody somewhere messed up. (That’d be — 😉 an amateur photographer) causing reps not to be able to use the headshot effectively and therefore creating blanket rules for everyone.
[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...
[Headshot Photographers Los Angeles By Vanie] The look I talk most people out of photographing is the lead, whether in the form of the Love Interest or the Hero. The two elements that decide what characters you're able to sell are 1, your look and 2, your essence. NOT...
[Headshots In LA By Vanie Poyey] For most actors, getting an agent or even a new agent is exciting news because it means being able to audition for more high quality productions! Getting a new agent can also mean having to get new headshots. Sure, sometimes it's good...
[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...
[Headshot Photography Los Angeles by Vanie] Your final headshot choices can work against you. Even when you have a great headshot session. Carmelita Hughes: Lawyer / Love Interest Coleen Gibbons: Anti-Heroine / Period / Creative Professional In preparing actors for a...
[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? The list of questions about headshot do's and...
[Acting Headshots Los Angeles by Vanie] There seems to be a lot of confusion around branding vs. looks. Actors seem to think if they hone in on their brand, they will in turn, narrow their target-market. The biggest complaint being, "but I'm an actor and I can play a...
