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“There is no copyright.”
[Headshot Photography LA by Vanie] "THERE IS NO COPYRIGHT," he said, speaking over me when I attempted to explain why I don't give out all the high resolution images with my packages. In a very antagonistic tone, he said it again after I attempted to explain a second time. "No no no, there is no copyright, who does that?" So I wished him luck, and hung up the phone. The actor will remain unnamed, but I was a little perturbed by the hypocrisy of this fellow "artist" during this one-way conversation which started as an inquiry of my services. Musicians live on royalties, actors live on...
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 about my business PURELY from the perspective of a study. I was particularly fascinated by the section on casting directors, part of which Scott agreed to share here. Are headshots really not as important as actors think? Judge for yourself! ------------ Hi there. My name is Scott Frank, and I’m a professional anthropologist...
The Backstage Spotlight Issue on Headshots
[LA Headshots for Actors by Vanie] Recently, Backstage West asked a few photographers to give their input in an article titled "Los Angeles Photographers on What Makes an Effective Headshot." This was my little bit followed by a couple of headshots. ---- Your headshot should not simply be a pretty picture—a trap most novice actors fall into. Instead, your headshots need to market you SPECIFICALLY for the type you're auditioning for. Your type, or what I call "marketing look," is based on your age range. For example, if your age range is 18 to 23, your marketing looks may include...
What do YOU look for in a makeup artist?
[Best Actor Headshots Los Angeles by Vanie] Tell us your thoughts! Over the years, I've heard all the nightmare stories, as well as all the praises. The men and women on my website have used the services of a professional makeup artist that I've provided. Because I've heard it all, I have VERY SPECIFIC criteria when working with a makeup artist to make sure you have the best experience possible. Danny Keary: Pimp / Best Friend Audrey Wasilewski: Working Class / Lawyer / Secretary For one, I look at their work and make sure they are talented and meet with them before trying them out. During...