Your portfolio is your calling card. Casting directors make quick decisions—often in just 30 seconds—so your photographs need to make an immediate impact. A professional actor or model portfolio includes a variety of images that showcase your versatility, personality, and range.
Essential Portfolio Shots:
Service | Purpose | Expected Duration | Images | Professional Fees |
Classic Headshots | Provided in both color and black & white for different industry needs. | 1-2 Hours | 5 Retouched Images | $450 per hour (1-hour minimum) |
Character Headshots | Showcasing unique looks and roles you can play. | 2-3 Hours | 8 Retouched Images | $450 per hour (2-hour minimum) |
Environmental Shots | On-location images that add depth to your portfolio. | 3-4 Hours | 10 Retouched Images | $400 per hour (3 hour minimum) Plus Additional Staff as Needed |
Action Shots | Capturing movement and expression for dynamic storytelling. | 4-6 hours | 15 Retouched Images | $400 per hour (4-hour minimum) |
Comedic and Dramatic Shots | Displaying a range of emotions and versatility. | 2-3 Hours | 8 Retouched Images | $450 per hour (2-hour minimum) |
Close-ups | Focusing on facial features and expressions. | 1-2 Hours | 5 Retouched Images | $450 per hour (1-hour minimum) |
To stay relevant, portfolio images should be updated yearly. Photos should be natural, not overly retouched, ensuring authenticity. Women should include different hairstyles, clothing changes, and full-body shots. Men should showcase a clean-shaven look, mustache/beard options, clothing variations, and full-body images.
A complete portfolio isn’t built in a day—it evolves over time. Many actors and models schedule multiple sessions throughout the year to capture different seasons, styles, and looks. Our photography sessions are tailored to your needs, including studio and on-location shoots, to help you stand out in a highly competitive industry.
Contact us today to start building a portfolio that gets you noticed!
Actor/Model Headshot
Are you an aspiring actor or model looking to make a lasting impression in the entertainment industry? Look no further than Idaho Photography Studios! We specialize in capturing professional headshots that showcase your unique personality and versatility.
Our skilled photographers know how to bring out the best in you, ensuring your headshot stands out. Whether you’ve changed your hairstyle, hair color, or even your weight, we’ll help you maintain a current and relevant look. Contact us today and let us help you shine!
