Know your “type” or throw money out the door!

Know your “type” or throw money out the door!

[Top Headshot Photographers, by Vanie] A while back, while perusing Backstage, I stumbled upon an article on “How to find your Type and Book Work,” written by acting coach Carolyne Barry. I don’t know Carolyne but her advice column was almost word-for-word what...
Too old for Hollywood? Never!

Too old for Hollywood? Never!

[The Best Headshot Photographer in Los Angeles — Vanie] Have you noticed a massive spike in shows revolving around mature characters in their 30s, 40s, and up? 🤔 In recent years, I’ve observed a noticeable INCREASE in programs centered on seasoned characters,...
Do you know what you’re selling?

Do you know what you’re selling?

[Headshot Photography in Los Angeles by Vanie] Do you know what you’re selling? Or do you spend your time trying to figure out what others want to buy and then conforming to fit that mold? 🔍 During my consultations, I often meet actors who are just starting out...
A Photographer’s Needs for a Successful Headshot Session: Part II

A Photographer’s Needs for a Successful Headshot Session: Part II

[Theatrical Headshots Los Angeles by Vanie] This is a two part blog and Part I of this blog post can be found HERE.  This blog is about examples and would make more sense if you read Part I first. To summarize Part I, a person’s attitude can pretty much make or...
A Photographer’s Needs for a Successful Headshot Session: Part I

A Photographer’s Needs for a Successful Headshot Session: Part I

[Los Angeles Head Shots, Vanie] Speaking for myself, I find that my most amazing sessions have A LOT to do with a client’s attitude coming into the session.  I realize headshots are a large investment and that there is a lot riding on them.  And often, by the...