Headshots

Professional photographs, like headshots, are used for a wide variety of reasons, and in a large number of industries. You might be most familiar with those you see for actors, models and real estate agents, but there are many other professional uses for photography.

Headshots are like calling cards for some industries, so they need to be great pictures that appeal to the widest audience. For models and actors, it is the most important marketing tool you have. Make sure that you do this right! Use a professional photographer that will show you in your best light. After all, your goal is to be seen as the professional that you are, so do not take selfies and think they are good enough. They aren’t.

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They need to show the life behind them and a good photographer will bring this out in you.

Do not do this for your professional photos
Don’t overdo it: If you want to standout from the other boring headshots that you see, you might consider props. But don’t go crazy! No crazy pirate hats, gag noses or action shots where you are catching a football.

If the prop adds to the picture, then it belongs and you should keep it. However, if it is just filling space, there is no need for it.

Do not overuse props as a point to focus your attention or an anchor. If this shot is supposed to sell YOU, then focusing on something besides you is simply distraction.

Don’t wear crazy colors and statement pieces, unless your headshot is for a very creative outlet. You want to look professional, not desperate. Plain colors, but not white, and proper fit are key to great head shots.

Hopefully these tips will help you understand using props the right way in your professional photographs. We also suggest that it is highly important to work with a photographer that takes the time to make you comfortable and understands enough about you to bring out the very best in