UPDATE YOUR HEADSHOTS
Updating your headshots whether you are in the entertainment industry working as an actor/actress, model or in the corporate field, a lawyer, realtor, investor, etc, or working at a start-up company, showing people you are currently active by updating your headshots is very important. A vibrant, current headshot on your website or on social media shows people you are, again active and relevant in your field, you do not want to have a headshot that looks dated…
New headshots show you care how you present yourself. First impressions are very important and add value to who you are. Is this person someone I want to follow up with and do business with? A warm vibe goes a long way. You want to make sure that your headshot photographer is mindful of your expressions during your headshot session to convey an appealing, charming and inspiring vibe.
An experienced photographer should be able to guide you through the photo shoot, for example: Your body language such as a natural stance, nothing too posey or superficial. Whether you are sitting or standing, nothing should look too forced or trying too hard. A really good headshot photographer will be able to guide you with subtle adjustments that will make you look at ease, self-assured and comfortable, and that is always more photogenic. Most people do not stand in front of a camera for a professional photo shoot very often, so proper guidance and direction is crucial.
When you review a headshot photographer’s website, pay attention not only to the lighting, backdrop, etc, but how relaxed the people are. It reveals a lot how well the photographer works with his subjects. I can always tell when a photographer isn’t good at directing, they’ll often say to the individual in front of them to “do something”… This individual will right away feel contrived and compelled to come up with something that feels and looks unnatural…
One of my advantages as a headshot photographer in Los Angeles is the fact that I worked in front of the camera as a professional fashion model for more than 15 years in every major market in the U.S., Europe and Asia. I know what it feels like to stand in front of the camera and can easily guide you to feel relaxed and sharp at the same time.