Headshot photographers specialise in a type of portrait photography called headshots or head and shoulder. Headshot photos are usually split into two types
Actors headshots are usually lit in a specific way, which is quite dramatic and flattering. Actors headshot photographers usually use very shallow depth of field to focus on the actors eyes while the rest of the photo is more blurred.
Business headshots or corporate headshots can vary quite a lot in style. Business headshot portraits can be used by companies to show the team, by individuals looking for a professional photo for their CV or Linkedin profile and by entrepreneurs and business leaders who need the photos for publicity.
A good headshot photograph helps the viewer instantly connect to the person in the photo and creates a sense of familiarity.
Most headshot photographers have set prices and options for headshots photos. This is because these sessions tend to be quite structured.
Sessions can range from a single headshot sitting for one person, to having different changes and also shoots multiple headshots for large teams.
Keep in mind that even if a headshot photoshoot only takes 20-30 minutes, the photographer will take time setting up before the session, as well as processing and delivering the photos to you. Generally speaking, the more people are having their headshot taken, the cheaper per person it becomes. Most of our headshot photographers have given price guides so you can know if they are within your budget. You can contact any photographer from here to get a more accurate quote and find out more details.
Headshot sessions can take as little as 20-30 minutes in front of the camera, to 1-2 hours per person. This will vary depending on any clothes and background sessions that you might want. Also, often the headshots are taken as part of a longer portrait session when the photographer might also capture full length and top half photos of you, combined with some closer frame headshots.
Acting headshot sessions will usually take longer than corporate headshots, as the headshot plays a more important role for actors and they need a greater variation of photos.
We recommend discussing your needs with the photographer, who'll be able to advise on how to structure the sessions.
When capturing headshots for large teams, it's also possible to spend 5-10 minutes with each person, if you're looking for simple headshots in the same setup.
Some headshot photographers retouch their photos, often smoothing out skin and removing certain elements. Most good photographer will capture a flattering image that requires little retouching if any at all. It's a personal choice for you and the photographer and we always recommend discussing any potential post production work in advance to align expectations.
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