Headshots are my bread and butter in my photography business. As a working actor myself, I pride myself in talking to and directing actors in a way that they are both used to, and can relate to. I also have a unique insight as to what casting directors and agents are looking for in a headshot. I've been shooting headshots for almost 10 years and its great fun to see how the industry changes with respect to headshots.

A session with me is very noisy. In the sense that I usually don't shut up. I'm constantly trying different approaches and different techniques to get the best out of my clients. A good headshot requires great skill from the actor in front of the lens. A GREAT headshot is only possible when both the actor and the photographer are in it together. A great headshot photographer must be able to pull the emotions and subtleties out of their clients. It's an awkward thing, being in front of the camera. Even (maybe even ESPECIALLY) for actors. My job is to get the best out of my clients and then be able to capture that.

I'm big on micro adjustments. The slightest change in a few key areas of the face can DRASTICALLY change the entire mood of the shot. I want to give my clients a variety of moods and looks. You will have a shot you can submit to Disney shows, shots you can submit to crime dramas, and everything in between! Below is an example of 3 images from Johnny's shoot in a composite. They convey 3 completely different feelings and the only thing that has really changed, is his expression. Johnny is the ideal actor you want as a headshot photographer. He was willing to try things. Willing to look silly. Willing be vulnerable in front of the camera. He took direction extremely well and together, we were able to inspire each other to try different looks and new motivations neither one of us had thought about yet. I can't wait to see all the successes that lie ahead for Johnny. Any directors or CD's out there reading this; look no further for your next leading man. He's right here!

Johnny goes from dangerous and confident to boy next door charm!

Lisa and Rob came to me wanting a portrait session to celebrate their 1 year marriage anniversary. I knew this was going to be such a fun shoot from the moment we started the planning. Lisa was so eager and willing to help hash everything out; from color palettes, to location ideas, to the overall mood of the pictures. In getting to know their story, Lisa told me (just off the cuff) that they had their first kiss at the canals down on Venice Beach. We both came to the simultaneous realization that we had to shoot where it all started. And so it was set. And already were on the same wavelength on where these pictures were going!

Come the day of the shoot, I have to say, I've never seen people so comfortable in front of the camera! They were so relaxed and disarmed, they really allowed me to capture the best they had to offer. And they had a lot to offer! Both of them were able to deliver striking, thought-provoking glances and then at the drop of a hat, Rob would whisper something in Lisa's ear and they would both break out into a genuine belly laugh! As a photographer, it was a true joy to be able to be kept on my toes and anticipating the next moment.

Lisa and Rob have been married for a year now, but after spending the evening with them, it's abundantly clear that they are still engulfed in the honeymoon stage! The joy and passion they get from just being around each other was infectious. I would catch myself smiling behind the camera just because they were smiling. The joy is wonderful to see, but the love they have for each other is abundantly obvious to feel. At one point during the shoot, I had to actually stop them from kissing so that I could get a picture or two of them looking my way! That lasted maybe 5 minutes before at least one of them had to be kissing the forehead or cheek of the other...which ended up being an absolutely adorable picture.

It was an absolute pleasure to work with Lisa and Rob. They were a joy to work with but even more of a joy to get to know. Thank you so much Lisa and Rob for allowing me to share in your anniversary celebration. Relish in that honeymoon stage! Cheers...

Johnny's Headshots

Lisa & Rob