Finding Photographers

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The typical neighbourhood photographer, hired to put together a portfolio, is not normally in touch with what actors need for the best promotion. The photographers working in the acting industry know exactly what clients are looking for and how to work with the actor to produce the best results.
The whole idea is to capture you at your best. The actor/photographer relationship is crucial in producing the best result. Agencies can provide you with professional photographers at your request, or you can find your own. Here are some questions you need to ask before you shoot with them:

WHAT DO I NEED:

You will need as much information as possible to be able to choose your photographer and, to determine the best way to fill your photographic needs within your budget. You should work closely with your agency to ensure that your look is up to date. A complete portfolio should consist of 5 to 6 shots, but in the beginning you should strive for the basic shots listed below. The others will evolve naturally in a direction that complements your particular style.
Casual head shoulders shot (natural looking hair)
Full-length
Sporty look, full length
Business Suit, Full Length & Head Shot
Swimsuit, and / or body shots, T-shirt and shorts, full length
A well-styled head shot with accessories and perfectly groomed make-up and hair,
The pictures must look like you! and not how you think you should look! Nor what the photographer thinks you should look like, nor with lots of make-up, multiple lights and colours, and a fan blowing your hair! Your photographs are your business calling card and no actor can be without them. You will need to present them in two basic forms: Either as composite card or 8x10 photograph “Repro’s” can also be 7x5. Repro’s should be made annually to reflect your updated look. The cost varies with black/white or colour and with quantity needed. With price is generally worked out on the cost of 500 or 1000. Slip a few of these in the back of your portfolio. You never know when a potential client will ask for one.

Lee’s People – Acting Agency

Many beginner actors will provide an array of twenty or more studio photos taken of them as their portfolio. This is a common mistake and foolish. Your portfolio will be most constructive when it is a compilation of your experience within the industry. Shots that actually represent the work you have done as an actor...Read More »

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