{"id":14,"date":"2016-05-05T01:10:17","date_gmt":"2016-05-05T01:10:17","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mylaheadshots.com\/?page_id=14"},"modified":"2018-01-03T22:35:35","modified_gmt":"2018-01-03T22:35:35","slug":"how-to-get-a-great-headshot","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/mylaheadshots.com\/index.php\/how-to-get-a-great-headshot\/","title":{"rendered":"How to get a great headshot"},"content":{"rendered":"

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How to get a great headshot!<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Know your type vs the type you want<\/strong><\/p>\n

You got inspired to act when you watched Michelle Pfeiffer as Cat Woman whip her way through the Gotham department store…and you\u2019ve been chasing this dream role ever since. However, everyone is not meant to play every role. More than anything else the way you look determines what types of roles you will play. So if your personal look is \u201cthe girl next door\u201d it wouldn\u2019t be the best idea to try to sell yourself as the \u201csexy seductress.” So nail down your type and shoot your headshots to reflect your type. Look in the mirror and be really honest about what roles you are naturally suited for. Need help identifying your type? Try asking five people what kinds of characters they can see you playing. If you\u2019re in acting class (and you should be) ask the class to help.\u00a0 We’ve all asked ourselves “How to get a great headshot.” and let others help you out with knowledge from their experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Clothing, what to wear for a professional headshot?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Bring options so we have plenty of clothing to choose from. Mix up your necklines: (v neck, crew neck, button downs, tank top, etc. Bring both casual and dressier items depending on what type(s) you are going for.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    • Layering is your friend. Jackets, cardigans, sweaters are a great way to add that little extra to your look.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      • Avoid overly bright tones, especially red, all white, and graphic tees with large logos. \u00a0Jewel tones are great for commercial looks. For theatrical you can go muted, darker. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        • Avoid crazy patterns that will distract from the focus – that face.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          • I recommend wearing long sleeves unless you are trying to book roles that showcase your physique.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            • Bring only a few basic pants\/skirts such as denim, khaki, and dress pants.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              • It is important that your clothes are wrinkle-free and without stains.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                • -Bring items that fit well, you are comfortable and confident in. It shows on your face if you can\u2019t breathe in your jeans.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                  • Keep accessories small and to a minimum.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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                    Makeup<\/strong><\/p>\n

                    I highly encourage everyone to have their makeup done by a professional makeup artist. Makeup for photography is much different than everyday makeup due to many factors, such as lighting. If you do it yourself keep it natural and bring some powder to keep the shine away.<\/span><\/p>\n

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