Posted Tuesday, October 28, 2008 - by,
Brent Swan

It is important to know how to get or take good headshots. Yet, there doesn't seem to be many reliable resources for you, the artist, to be able to learn the "basics" for taking better headshots. The whole purpose of headshots is to avail yourself of more opportunities and open doors to more auditions and subsequently work. Research, get referrals find someone with experience to help you present YOURSELF in your best light for that sought after role.
Headshots are the primary tool for actors to promote themselves. Without good headshots you will be limited in your options. That is just the truth of the matter. Professional photographers working in Los Angeles emphasize the importance of getting a clear picture of how you intend to be presented for any one project or role .... think about it.
We have found that many either don't know what they are really going for when they get headshots, or they make choices that can negatively affect the way their headshots come out.
Our intent here is to encourage you to become better informed, and gain good solid insight about yourself and your goals so that you can choose a productive and fruitful course of action in order to get the best results to meet your personal aspirations and therefore get the most form the time and money invested.
With a good headshot photographer you will be able to get great "role specific" headshots that will communicate who you are and what you can do. links
Your headshots will communicate your casting type and should work for you to get you more auditions. Check back, we are continually adding more information on a regular basis. And, if you have a question please feel free to e-mail us using the contact page.