One of the many decisions you and your photographer makes for your headshots is choosing a background. While it is not the main focus of the image, it does play an important role in the overall look, feel, mood, and message your images convey.
Read MoreDuring the headshot or portrait session, your photographer should be working with you to produce a variety of poses and “looks” that will yield a variety of images.
Read MoreWe live in a world that is more imaged based than ever before – when looking for a job, a resume is no longer sufficient; employers are using sites such as LinkedIn to learn more about who it is that is applying, and the first thing they see is the profile picture of the candidate.
Read MoreToday’s photographer has more tools to create photographs than ever before – from removing objects, to creating scenes, blemish removals, etc.. You can create composites, add people to a photograph from a different session, etc.. But personally, I draw the line with replacing backgrounds.
Read MoreHow do you go about selecting a photographer? This post may seem odd coming from a photographer (something about the fox in the henhouse comes to mind) so I’ll admit some of my views may be biased, if not self-serving – but I hope you’ll find value in at least some of the suggestions I have, and I’ll do my best to be as objective as possible.
Read MoreThere are many types of images that are appropriate for entertainers, actors, musicians, etc. Much of what is needed depends on how you plan on using the image. Here are some shots that should be included in your portfolio that reflect your look, personality, and who you are as an artist.
Read MoreFor many people who are not used to being in front of a camera or performing, having a headshot taken can be uncomfortable. Part of the reason for this is that people often feel they either don’t look good in front of a camera, or can’t tell how they look. And while the photographer can provide direction, the subject is still left with doubt and cannot see the results.
Read MoreImages for a model’s portfolio have a different set of needs vs. headshots for business (yes, modeling is a business too). There are some basic setups that are generally good to have for a model’s portfolio, along with many options depending on the personality of the model, the type of clients and the look(s) the model is going for:
Read MoreIn earlier blogs we’ve talked about the messages that imagery sends to viewers of your headshot(s), whether for individuals and companies, and importance of the right look. So how do you achieve the right “look”?
Read MoreWith the new year approaching many people are reconsidering their current job situation and beginning to explore new opportunities. This often involves updating their resume, LinkedIn profile, and beginning to explore the job market. In today’s increasingly visual world, it also makes sense to revisit your headshot or portrait on LinkedIn if it isn’t very recent.
Read MoreIn today’s media centric world, it may surprise you to learn that many people have some form of camera shyness. Whether it be full blown hiding themselves when a camera is present, to avoiding updating their profile photo on LinkedIn (which is many years old), the thought of having someone take a picture of them can create fear and anxiety, or at best simple avoidance (people often compare having their picture taken to having root canal surgery…).
Read MoreIt’s important that you have the right photography that conveys the right message/image (no pun intended) you want to convey to the viewer of whatever platform the photograph resides on. It’s also important to note that employers, educational institutions, potential clients, etc. not only all have access to these images and can easily find them, but that they typically do so as part of their vetting process.
Read MoreGreat portraiture/headshots are not accidents - they happen primarily because of collaboration between the subject and the photographer - for a photo to look alive, convey a message or evoke a feeling, "it takes a village" - the photographer and subject need to be on the same page in terms of the "look". That "look" involves everything from expression and pose to lighting, camera angle, etc. The photographer is the director, cameraman, lighting specialist, and the subject is the actor.
Read MoreYou’re looking to update your LinkedIn profile, or you want to have photos of the executive team, or you’re an aspiring performer and you’d like to have a professional photograph completed. You’ve seen references to headshots and portraits – what is the difference and which one is most appropriate for you?
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