GALLERY
ACTOR PREP
Actors need to prepare for their headshot session. Things to know in advance:
- An actor's headshot is NOT a glamour shot!
- Your headshots are meant to represent the types of roles you play. Are you a detective, girl next door, trailer trash?
- Consider the wardrobe and makeup (or lack of) choices for each. Layers add depth.
- Create a story for each character: Detective, have you cracked a case? Girl next door, what sweet action will you take next? Trailer trash, why is your drunk uncle yelling at you? It could be anything. Use your imagination. The deeper the detail, the more compelling the story will be and the camera will capture it.
- Finally, do you have an acting clip for each type? Once you have the headshot, you need the clip to match so your agent has the materials they need to pitch you to casting.
BACKGROUNDS
ALL backgrounds are available for in studio photography.
(including the mobile/remote section)
These backgrounds are available for mobile/remote photogrpahy.
ABOUT
I am David McDowell, actor, writer, director, and headshot photographer. If you are looking for my actor's website, check out https://davidonthe.net. I am specializing in actor headshots. Mobile/remote corporate headshots are also available. I am based in Morrisville, NC.
As an actor, I know what an actor needs for their headshot. As mentioned, it is NOT a glamour shot! It is a professional photo for you as the actor (and your agent/manager) to use and market you for potential roles in TV, film, and commercial projects.