Named one of Backstage’s “8 Killer Headshot Photographers in NY and LA,” David Muller is one of the best headshot photographers out there. Managers and agents send their clients to him whenever they want standout headshots.
As an actor who *might* not be a stranger to pinching pennies, the thought of headshots can bring on a wave of panic. If you dread the process, commitment, and investment of taking headshots, this episode is for you.
In today’s episode, David and I share a wildly different take on how to get the perfect headshots. As an ex-actor himself, David shares how preparation and play are the key (and this lesson applies to ANY set or brave new artistic endeavor!).
This conversation with David will give you the steps to plan for a fabulous shoot and the mindset to approach your headshots with more clarity. Prepare to show up to your next shoot ready to play and relinquish control so that you can leave with headshots you’re proud of.
CLOSER LOOK & TAKEAWAYS
- Realistic expectations: Why your headshot won’t look 100% like your reference or inspiration image
- David’s advice on the hardest look to get – the raw, makeup-less headshot
- The hallmarks of a great headshot session
- Wardrobe: flexibility, castability, mistakes and specificity
- David’s hot take on headshot trends… should you actually follow them?
- How David went from being an out-of-work-actor to Hollywood’s hottest headshot photographer
- Why you need to be clear – but not controlling – about what you want from your headshot shoot
- Why newer actors should focus on their immediate castability before stretching to get a lot of looks
CONNECT WITH DAVID
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/davidmullerphotography/
WEBSITE http://www.davidmullerphotography.com/
CONNECT WITH ME
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