Studio J

Actor headshot sessions can be focused on one particular look and mood, when the intended use is geared for a planned audition.    Usually,  sessions are aimed at producing one main headshot for most casting calls and auditions  … and then some supporting headshots, showing some variation.  These secondary headshots are perfect for your casting workbook, where casting directors, directors and agencies can have a 2nd, 3rd, and 4th look at you.

In both types of sessions, my favourites (and usually my actors’ favourites too) convey some of their own personality.  We’re often playing at multiple locations and real environments –> getting out of the photo studio, so an actor can get into character in places that add to the real feel of that personality.

There was no warm – up.   After we sat down and talked a few minutes, I picked up my camera – and  Summer was already relaxed and focused and interacting without a hint of self-consciousness.   I didn’t get to drop my jaw in admiration as I was busy catching up with her!  We had a definite vibe we were going for (accomplished!), so I don’t get to show you the range this girl can take on at the drop of a hat!

OK, just one to hint at what I’m talking about:

It was great fun working with you Summer!

Jill is so lively and she has this incredible, infectious positive attitude  but she is not a winter person.

…..  so she immediately ran with the suggestion of some headshots in the snow.  Pushing beyond her comfort zone is something she has discovered pays off over and over again -  against one’s 1st snap judgement.

I guess they’re alright.  …. hahahaha!   I love them!

When the weather warms up, we’ll be making some dramatic fitness images before she leaves for a habitat home building stint in Costa Rica this May (yay Jill!).

Here’s a quick slideshow of her headshot session: