Step Three: Headshot Photoshoot

1) Headshots: the 1st feeling of actual progress

i knew i needed headshots before anything else. you need a headshot to apply to open casting calls and to apply to get an agent. this was the first step. (again i cannot recommend highly enough headshots101.com)

2) Jessica Dall Photography

That's when I decided to ask amazing photographer and friend Jess Dall, to do my headshots. We set up a photoshoot and got down to business. I had four different costume changes--which gives me a lot to work with when deciding what shot to give for a specific casting call. this was the first photoshoot i'd ever done. i'd never had any such experience, but she made me feel comfortable and professional. make sure you pick a photographer who will do the same for you as well as helping you pick out your best shots and edit them.

3) Image Selection
Headshot selection is very important. Out of the 200 images that were taken during the photoshoot, I had to narrow it down to the 20 best. When I say best, i mean the ones that best COMMUNICATE something to the viewer. you speak to the camera with your eyes, facial expressions, and pose.

Once I have the best 20 photos picked out, I'll post another step that goes into headshot specifics like cropping options and public opinion surveys that really help with final headshot selection.

Below are examples of each outfit I wore for the shoot. 1) light and fun for commercial; 2) plain but brilliant blue T for anything; 3) white T with tan leather jacket for a little drama; 4) business apparel for formal casting.