Think twice before you get that “quick set of headshots”

Think twice before you get that “quick set of headshots”

[Headshots LA by Vanie] Anthia Gillick: Girls’ Night Out / Period – Western When I hear “I need a quick set of headshots”, I think, “when are headshots ever quick… if done right? ❌ Never!” If you’re rushing the process, you’ll for sure spend more money and...
Do you celebrate the success of others?

Do you celebrate the success of others?

[Headshots North Hollywood by Vanie] We’ve all seen it. Maybe it’s in a Facebook group, an acting class, or in my studio.🤷🏼‍♀️ There’s always a “grumbling corner” filled with actors, who aren’t working, trading excuses as to why they can’t get...
Headshots, and how Casting Directors interact with them.

Headshots, and how Casting Directors interact with them.

[Best Headshot Photographers in LA by Vanie] A couple of years ago, I had the pleasure of sitting with Scott Frank, an anthropologist who specializes in studying Hollywood, to discuss headshots. When I read the paper based on his research, I was fascinated to read...
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...
Three tips to help you book the job!

Three tips to help you book the job!

[Commercial Headshots Los Angeles by Vanie] Guest Blogger: Associate Photographer Kayvon Esmaili A working actor as well as an amazing photographer, my associate, Kayvon Esmaili is a multi-talented artist and shoots for me for those on a tighter budget! I asked him to...