Details about the Shoot

Firstly be prepared to have fun !!

On the day

Select a wide range of outfits ensuring a variety in colour, cut and formality. Tops and top mixes are more important as a headshot shoot does not worry with shoes or mix and match clothing on the lower half of your body.

Choose clothing you enjoy and bring along a broad range. We will probably only use about 3-4 outfits, but if you can bring a healthy range then we can choose the best that suits the mood on the day. Jackets are great for guys and girls alike and can help with the variety.

General Tips

  • Stay away from busy patterns

  • Keep the colour range as broad as your wardrobe allows

  • A different range of collar and neck styles will help create a different headshot impression

Info for the Ladies

We start the shoot with little to no make-up and we can build it up as we progress. Ideally stay away from heavy eyeliner and mascara. If you are used to using a strong foundation, then bring it with you but do not pre-apply, as camera and studio lighting can make make-up look less natural than some gentle post-processing of the images.

The same goes for the hair. Simply brushed and combed is best to start with. But if you have preferred style then feel free to style it and bring any additional product you may need to keep the look.

As we progress through the shoot we can progressively style it to suit the looks and moods we try. If you have long hair will start with it out and free but bring some ties, simple clips and pins as this will often help change face shape.

Info for the Guys

I prefer to shoot guys without make-up so if you are an actor don't sweat this. If you are unsure then call me beforehand and we can chat about it but if you have your own preferred setup then feel free to bring this along.

Try to include collared shirts as well as informal collars and T-shirts in your wardrobe selection. Bring a jacket or too. Also ideally keep the patterns to a minimum.

Shaving - This is entirely up to you. If you want to go for a stubbled look then we can always start like but I suggest that you bring along a shaver so we can clean it up as the shoot progresses to help get that range of expressions and images you want to project.

Couples and Families

These are done best in your home especially with younger children but the studio or out-and-about are all possible.

Again - choose outfits you enjoy, are comfortable and are simple in pattern and colour. Bring a few.

You can either match or completely complement each other. Try not to clash. But either way - bring some additional shirts / trousers / dresses etc. just in case we decide that there are better combinations that enhance the image.