There are different types of headshots needed for acting. If you are just starting out and you are not working with an agency I’d use your session to get a few nice tight headshots, and a waist up shot. Needs vary. Much depends on what type of work you want to do and how experienced you are. Body shots are a must if you think your body will get you work. “The well muscled tough guy” or “bombshell”, or you have a lot of ink on your arms and upper body, having a couple of shots to show these attributes are helpful. Remember that Atlanta is primarily casting extra and featured extra roles. There are studios casting larger roles out of Atlanta and hopefully that trend will continue.
The basic types of acting headshots are Theatrical, and Commercial. Theatrical are meant to help you find work in TV shows, films and plays. You want to show some personality. You want to show a bit of emotion. Commercial headshots are to place you in advertising where you appeal to a certain type of demographic. You’re using your persona to sell a certain type of product.
As the Atlanta acting market continues to grow more actors come to me with specific requests from agents. I’m happy to accommodate you as much as I can.
Professional hair and make-up. I highly recommend this for women. I have a few names that I recommend. I would not use a friend because they’re good at make-up. I’d use a professional who does it full-time.
Light retouching only on acting headshots. You want to appear your best, but you want to be you. I don’t do extensive retouching on acting headshots.