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Do you celebrate the success of others?
[Headshots North Hollywood by Vanie] Or do you run off to your little corner, jealous and resentful because you haven't yet achieved the same success? A friend and colleague, Blake Discher says, and I'm paraphrasing, "Don't hang out with the guys grumbling in the corner about how they can't get work". IN FACT, he teaches a great seminar called Stop Grumbling-Get Out There. Although it's geared towards photographers, it's great advice for any individual in the business of marketing themselves, actors included. Amber Hubert: Sexy Girl Next Door / Chris Palmer: Best Friend Lilia B. : Kids...
The Headshot Photographer for Actors Who Refuse to Pose!
[Headshot Photographers in LA by Vanie] Updated for 2023. I do what I do because I want to help actors succeed. I want to empower you with the tools you need to market yourself. My goal is not to give you the most beautiful pictures you've ever taken...there's plenty opportunity for that when you're famous! My goal is to give you images with life and not vacant stares. My goal is to give you images that specifically showcase the range you have without pushing you against type. My goal is to figure out your stereotype, your essence and to capitalize on it! I DO THIS BY CONSULTING WITH YOU,...
A Photographer’s Needs for a Successful Headshot Session: Part II
Jo[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 break a headshot session. A controlling attitude can stifle the creative process of a photographer while a trusting one can bring about the freedom to get more creative with exceptional results. It truly does take two to tango, and every once in a while, you dance with a partner that can do so exceptionally well. Allyssa Schmitt...
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 time actors come to me, they've had one or more bad experiences, their agents haven't been happy with any of their pictures, and they are at a complete loss. Regardless, assuming you have done your due diligence and have thoroughly researched photographers, once you make a decision, it's important to trust your decision, as well as the...