Why you shouldn’t choose a photographer based on price only.

There are a lot of reasons one photographer might charge more than another….

TIME: I don’t have time limits to my sessions…I hate feeling rushed and I certainly don’t want my subject to feel rushed. So be careful of that cheap “one hour” session price some people may offer. I am also happy to spend the time needed before your shoot to send you suggestions for wardrobe, show you sample shots to help you prepare and answer any & all questions you may have.

EXPERIENCE: I have been shooting for most casting agencies and managers in the Baltimore/Washington/PA area for over 20 years. I am on the suggested photographers list provided by AFTRA/SAG. This experience has taught me that the best acting headshots are not necessarily the prettiest picture of you. They are a tool to show your personality and should represent the real you. Not the “Instagram filters, overly retouched…let’s make my eyes bigger and my nose smaller with these apps version of you.” Embrace what makes you different and show your quirks.

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Actor (character) headshots; the villain, the best friend and the slick businessman copyright Amy Jones

Why hire an experienced professional? Because the cheapest photographer is probably just starting out, putting together a portfolio, or is doing photography part time to supplement another income. WHILE THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THAT– all of us started somewhere — his or her rookie status probably means the $75.00 photographer hasn’t a clue about industry standards for headshots, won’t know proper lighting or retouching and contrary to popular belief, you can’t learn all that by watching a few YouTube videos.

On the other hand, just because a photographer is the most expensive, doesn’t mean they are the best either.

For a brief period, I stopped shooting and became a director for a casting/modeling agency. It was short lived, but I learned a lot about why some casting people choose one person over another. Since the headshot is the first step in getting that coveted role, some people thought if they traveled to New York and hired a photographer, they would get a significantly better headshot than if they used someone locally. So the logic was “if I pay more, it must be better…right?!” “If I pay to have someone in NY do my headshots, I am more likely to get that audition…right?!”

Let me explain why this is flawed thinking on so many levels. First, just because someone lives in New York or LA, that doesn’t make them a better photographer…it just means they pay way more studio rent than I do. Photographers in larger markets have to charge more to survive. Paying more doesn’t always get you a better product. Do I believe you should pay for a great product…absolutely! There are some really talented photographers in the Baltimore area, each with a slightly different style and personality.

“SO YET ANOTHER REASON to invest in your headshots– because it means you’re invested in your craft, which in turn means you’ll be taken more seriously.”

APPARENTLY, IF YOUR HEADSHOT DOESN’T LOOK PROFESSIONAL, the experience from the casting side is that if they call you in, you’ll likely be green (inexperienced), thus deterring them from calling you in at all.

This is a quote by one of LA’s top headshot photographers, Vanie Poyey, and I couldn’t agree more. Even if you are just getting started, if you want to present yourself as an actor worth hiring, you should approach all aspects of the business as a professional.

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One of my favorite clients…Lily Trotters!

Badass and beautiful compression socks. This shoot was mainly about product shots for the updated website but we also did a handful of model shots with some real life customers. Taylor is a singer, power-lifter and all around amazing lady. Then there was the handsome Myles who is a personal trainer and incredibly fun to photograph. Rachel works for the brand and is the face of most of the fun Lily Trotters videos on Instagram. This shoot was done in my Harford County based studio.

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Website and branding images for business and corporate clients.

Almost everyone needs a good photo these day. I shoot for corporations, small businesses and individuals to give them high quality images to use in marketing materials, on social media or business websites. These can be done at my studio or on location. Email me and we can discuss a custom session for you or your business.

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CEO of Building Point Northeast. Environmental portrait for website use.
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Stylized shoot for business owners of Gypsy Vintage antiques
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Modern corporate headshots for website and LinkedIn use.

These casual, yet polished headshots were done on location for a couple that both wanted an update to their website and LinkedIn profile photos. I used both artificial and natural light and they seemed very happy with the results. I fell in love with their dog Thor, so we did a quick family photo at the end of our session.

“We LOVE the photos!”

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New Headshots for a New Look

Kim and I go way, way back and have shot together before. She has worked for many years doing print work, TV, film and voice-over work and recently decided to let her grey hair grow naturally. I think it looks amazing on her! So, new look means new headshots. Makeup/hair by Lindsay Shields of No Filter Glam.

A two look sessions like Kim’s includes up to 5 image files retouched for $275.00

Makeup/hair services are additional and prices vary depending on the artist

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Actor Kim Tuvin

Teen actor/model portfolio images

We had such a great time photographing Emily for her commercial modeling portfolio. She needed images to present to her agency for an online zed (composite) card. She also does teen pageants so we did a quick headshot that was more appropriate for her competitions.

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Headshots for actors, corporate clients, personal brading or just for fun. Almost everyone has a need for a good quality image for website and social media use. Studio and location sessions available.

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Headshot for Goldwell USA/ Kao guest instructor and master hairstylist
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Chef Ed Evans of LIVE hotel and casino
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Black and white headshot for NYC actor
Actor Kathryn Barnhardt
Marketing and branding image of Chef
Personal branding image and website photo of Chef Michael Matassa
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Website and branding image for doctor.
Personal branding and website image for Dr. Sarah Cannon
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Author headshot for book jacket, personal branding and marketing image.
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Website and catalog images

Photographing gorgeous jewelry with a beautiful model for website and catalog images is a good day for a photographer.  I was lucky enough to connect with String of Jewels and wonderful company run by a creative and sweet women named Traci Cormell.  Website and catalog images.

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String of Jewels catalog and website use

Earring catalog and website use
Earring catalog and website use

Food photography for new restaurant

Recently the new LIVE hotel opened in Arundel Mills Maryland.   Their new restaurant, David’s, has all day breakfast as well as wonderful burgers and seafood and I had a great time photographing these menu items.   The new hotel is gorgeous!

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Actor headshots

The lovely Laura Boswell returned for some new headshots.  Love these natural light shots done at my studio entrance.  Hair and makeup by the talented Lindsay Shields.

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