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Headshots for actors, musicians, and business executives

Headshot package - $200

actor's headshotA headshot is like a business card. But more than that, it must instantly convey the subject's personality and character. It must seize the viewer's attention. For actors in particular, this is important, because you only have a split second to catch that casting director's eye.

At the same time, it can not deviate too far from the standard headshot composition that is designed to show the basics of someone's appearance. For this reason, it's always my goal to create headshots that are like visual resumes: they should convey an actor's extraordinary attributes as succinctly as possible.

Actors are not the only people who need headshots. Musicians, performers and business people can get headshots too.

I have a standard package for headshots. This package includes the following:

  • A photoshoot of approximately one hour
  • Two or three outfit changes. I suggest you bring dressy, trendy and casual outfits.
  • Approximately 50 exposures
  • A password-protected web gallery of proofs
  • Two finalized images with blemishes touched up and color calibrated for printing
  • I'll prepare your photos in a printable headshot layout with your name on the bottom
  • I'll also provide your chosen photos in high resolution JPG for submission to print media, and web resolution JPG for use on websites
  • I'll provide your finalized images on CD or for Internet download
  • A license to use the two finalized photos for your personal promotional needs. You'll be able to print as many headshots as you wish.
  • The optional professional hair and makeup artist costs $100.
Hair and makeup

hair and makeup artist for portraits and headshots

I work with a number of very talented and skilled hair and makeup artists. Even if you do your own hair and makeup every day, I recommend that you hire a professional for your photos. The pros know how to get your look "just right" for the camera. Makeup for photography is slightly different and requires more perfection than everyday makeup. The cost is generally around $100 per look per person for this service.

What to bring
  • Two or three different outfits representing the styles you'd like to portray in your headshots. I recommend casual, slightly dressy, and trendy outfits. You should try to avoid colors that are too loud and bright, and also avoid strong patterns, logos, or other distracting elements in your clothing.
  • If you have dry or chapped lips, consider bringing some lip balm or chapstick.
  • If you have red eyes, consider bringing some eye drops, like Visine.
  • If you've arranged with me for a hair and makeup artist, show up with clean hair and no makeup on. If you are doing your own hair and makeup, please arrive with your styling already done. You can bring hair products and makeup to do touchups and adjustments here if you wish.
  • Payment for the photo shoot, and the hair and makeup if you've chosen that option.
Contact info

Kevin Thom
73 Garfield Avenue South,
Suite 2C
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
L8M 2S3

Phone: 905-544-2600
Email: info@kevinthom.com

headshots for actors performers executives
Think about it: Your headshot represents you when you're not there. So, it should express something about you, and show you as you want to be seen. Your headshot should not only show your appearance, but your attitude and personality too.