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What should a great headshot look like?

What should a great headshot look like?

[Los Angeles Headshots by Vanie] The short answer?  You! A great headshot should represent you in your own market.  Pretty obvious right?  You'd be surprised how many actors transform their headshots into an ideal version of themselves, and then wonder why the...

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Six things to look for in a headshot photographer

Six things to look for in a headshot photographer

[LA Headshot Photographer by Vanie] Are you ready to start your search for the perfect headshot photographer? Here's six tips you'll want to keep in mind to ensure your search gets you the results you want! Maira Sarai Meza-Lima:Office Girl / Sidekick / Hipster...

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The number one headshot mistake

The number one headshot mistake

[Best Headshot Photographers by Vanie] Hey look at me and how pretty I am. That’s what I see in headshots over and over again.  And over and over, agents ask actors to re-shoot their headshots. Why? Because though pretty, their headshots lack personality--it’s simple,...

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How to alleviate your headshot anxiety

How to alleviate your headshot anxiety

[Los Angeles Headshots by Vanie] Have you ever seen a friend’s headshot, fallen in love with the picture, asked who the photographer is, and made an appointment with that photographer, only to get mediocre results and worse yet, a bad experience? I hear that story...

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Do your headshots make you look GREEN?

Do your headshots make you look GREEN?

[LA Headshot Photographers by Vanie] I recently attended an event at the Screen Actors Guild Foundation where five panelists, including Chris Game Casting, discussed elements of a quality headshot.   This event was live streamed and the archive can be seen HERE. Two...

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How to figure out your target market: Part I

How to figure out your target market: Part I

[Headshot Photography by Vanie] I've been a headshot photographer in Los Angeles for over 15 years. One of the most noticeable differences in the photography industry is the digital revolution, allowing many talented amateurs easy entry into the world of photography....

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