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When I have a studio headshot session, I try to get a feel for the overall mood and style my subject wants. If it is for actor headshots, corporate headshots, or some personal branding, the lighting is a big part of the overall result. I, of course, also have my go-to setups for headshot lighting. These setups work well for all different people – they’re flattering, create nice catchlights in the eyes, and I know the setups off by heart. […]
Actor Headshot Posing Tips Blog first written and published in 2018 As a professional acting headshot photographer based in Melbourne, I decided to write this blog post to demonstrate some of the ways small angles and expression movements can impact your headshots. If you would like to learn more about my actor headshot sessions, click the button below. Learn About My Actor Headshot Sessions Posing tips for actors: Actor headshots are one of those necessary, important things, but they aren’t […]
Common flash mistakes to avoid (and how to fix them): Studio photography can feel like a constant learning curve. When using flash in the studio, it’s not just a matter of turning on a few lights. Off-camera flash, when controlled correctly, can create amazing lighting effects. However, when not correctly controlled, flash can make you look like an amateur. Below are six common flash mistakes you should try to avoid, with a little information on how to correct them. Here […]
Matt booked an actor headshot session in the studio with me, for a bit of a refresh. It was lucky that his session was to be inside, as we hit probably the only bad day within two weeks of blissful weather possible. Lucky for me, Matt was a pleasure to work with – patient and open to new ideas. We were aiming for three strong headshots to update his folio. Along with various tops, we looked at different backgrounds and […]
What to wear? That’s one of the big considerations before having your actor headshots taken. While your outfit isn’t the feature of your headshot (you’re the star of the shot after all!), considering your outfit can make a big impact on the final image. Firstly, it is important to wear something that makes you feel comfortable, confident, and happy. You’ll look much more relaxed in the shots. When you’re not stressing about your outfit during the shoot, you can focus […]
I loved working with Richard. He is such a patient and easygoing guy. On top of that, he is kind and funny too. It was more like photographing an old friend than anything else. Richard is an actor who wanted to update his actor headshots to something a little more current. He brought along a few different outfits, and we explored both outdoor and studio options, shooting until we felt like we had achieved a range of images for Richard […]
Colour Block Actor Headshots Blog first written and published in 2018 As a professional acting headshot photographer based in Melbourne, I wrote this blog post to showcase how you can incorporate colour into your acting headshots. If you would like to learn more about my actor headshot sessions, click the button below. Learn About My Actor Headshot Sessions Using Colour In Actor Headshots I love colour! If you have seen my work, you will probably have figured this out by […]
Recently I was sitting down with an old friend. We were having a spot of lunch, catching up on the past year. He recently has started his own business too, and he specialises in I.T. We were having a chat about what I do, and discussing how headshots can be so beneficial for business. We discussed how headshots are great to look professional, to connect with potential clients, communicate a personal brand. While this was all good, my friend told […]
I recently worked on a project with my Mum. She loves birds! She breeds cockatiels, and has spent hours carefully hand raising many of them over the years. It is a lot of work. Hand raising baby birds means getting up throughout the night every three to four hours to feed them. It means constant supervision, control of their environment, and a lot of care. Because my Mum loves birds so much, I wanted to capture the personalities of some […]
Ellery Cohen: I was fortunate enough to meet and photograph Ellery Cohen in my studio. Ellery is musician, and he is so incredibly talented. He wanted three distinct studio portraits of himself to use for his social media and upcoming marketing materials. Recently, Ellery has just re-launched his brand and released his latest single, ‘Us’. Ellery’s passion for his craft is truly inspiring, with a love for writing and composing, as well as performing. ‘Us’ is full of emotion. it […]