1. Know what “looks” you’re going for. Have a general plan;
Most actors need at least one “Business” shot and a couple of “Casual” shots. There are some agents that have specific shots they would like of you (i.e. skater, surfer, punk, jogger, club goer, nurse, doctor, ect…) If you would like, I will be happy to talk with your agent. Your agent might also ask for things like ¾, conservative, sexy, full body, horizontal, or vertical only. It’s always a good idea to talk to your agent before a shoot. If you don’t have an agent, I understand, we’ll figure it out J. But everyone at least needs that great casual shot that really is just “you”.

2. Pick out your clothes.
Bring lots of clothes. If your agent wants you to get different “looks”, we can usually get through at least two per hour.

• It’s good to stay away from Hawaiian shirts, loud prints, or anything crazy unless you’re going for a “character” shot.
• Please Avoid Logos.
• White shirts or tops don’t come out well on camera.
• If you’re not sure, bring it.
• Dark colors are good for most people. They help frame and draw attention to your face. Some African-Americans can benefit from light colors if you have particularly dark skin tone, and some African-Americans can do well with light or dark colors. But if you have lighter skin, I would still go with dark colors. If you’re not sure, bring both.
• Textures are good. Solid colors are good. Basic colors are good.
• Bring more shirts than pants.
• Make sure your clothes are clean and pressed or ironed.

3. Get plenty of sleep. Drink lots of water. Avoid alcohol and partying for four days before the shoot (longer if you can, and I would say two days at the absolute bare minimum, it really shows in the eyes).

4. Bring your favorite music if you feel like it.

5. Bring your current headshot and any headshots that you like or dislike.

6. This is your Photo shoot. Please, please, please speak up if you’re not happy or not sure about something.

• I usually shoot from my home, so if it helps to have a friend here, feel free, as long as they don't distract you or make you nervous.  If you are under 18 years old I require that you bring a parent with you.

7. If you're having your make-up done, you should show up with a clean, moisturized face and your hair "camera ready".  We can make slight alterations to it throughout the session.

8. Make sure you have directions

9. Payment is due in full the day of the shoot. I accept cash or check.

• A 50% session fee will be charged for no-shows or cancellations within 24-hours of your scheduled session.

10. A separate fee is required for the Make-Up artist. The make-up artist is hired by you. I have excellent make-up artist that I can refer you to that I like to work with. I can also get quotes from those make-up artists for you and make the arrangements for them to show up. However, you are still employing them as a separate service from the Photo session.

Show up ready to Have Fun!

After The Shoot:

Within a day I will provide you with an online link to view your photo session. From there you can either order prints through me, or I can provide you with the files to take to the retoucher/printer of your choice.

I use Gianna Costa for retouching. We have package deals available.

A quality photo lab can also do enlargements and reproductions for you. I’ve used and been happy with Isgo, Producers & Quantity, and Reproductions.

And if you have any questions…please feel free to ask or Email Chris