HOW TO POSE FOR AN ACTORS HEADSHOT

If you’re thinking about booking an actors headshot photoshoot, you’re going to need to think about not only what to wear, but more importantly, the pose that works best for you. We believe your personality is key to producing a stand out headshot. An informal chat before the shoot breaks the ice and helps us tap into your personality, our conversation helps us focus bringing out the best in you. Listed below are some tips for you to work on, together, as a team we will help you create the most professional actors headshots you’ve ever had.

1. STICK YOUR NECK OUT.
So subtle, yet highly effective when it comes to removing that double chin. Practice moving your head slightly towards your reflection and you’ll see what we’re talking about. Turtles have been doing this chin slimming cheat for years!

2. ROCK YOUR BODY.
Get in the mood, we’ll stick some tunes on. In order to get the best out of your personality, we don’t want you to stand frozen. We will guide you to subtly move your shoulders, hands and arms. Trying new postures will make for an enjoyable photoshoot whilst boosting your portfolio of acting headshots.

3. IT’S IN YOUR EYES.
Casting directors love actors headshots that leave a lasting impression, and nothing works better than a headshot with eyes that look engaging. Avoid those big dramatic eyes wide open looks, subtle expressions can be very powerful here, relax and leave your tensions at the door.