THE SHOOT - NANCY JO GILCHRIST : BREAKTHROUGH HEADSHOTS LA HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHY | Top Los Angeles Headshot Photographer

		Prior to the Shoot After our initial connection, and before our first in-depth conversation, you will send me a current photo, your old photos, and your Facebook photos. I will get a feel for your markets and branding, along with your true, authentic self, which we then combine to create something personal, yet effective. I help you, the actor, create the right looks for your markets. My pre-production guidance includes suggestions for hair and clothes. If you would benefit from either a slight or drastic change in hair, I provide excellent referrals and ideas. Getting prepared always makes the shoot go smoothly. When you decide to shoot with me, there are many phone conversations going over any and all details, so you may trust that I know who you are and what you want and need. I make sure you are completely comfortable that I "get you" before you even get here. And because I only take one person a day, I can give you all the time in the world. Day of the Shoot When you arrive, I greet you like a personal friend. The shooting area is spacious, open, beautiful and a completely serene environment. I build sets using natural light. I have countless background options, simple to more lifestyle. You choose what you like, but we don't have to go anywhere! It's all right here. After getting settled, we sit and go over all your details. I listen to you because I want you to achieve your goals with these pictures. Your dreams are important to me. Wardrobe I make sure your clothes reflect the markets you are wanting to hit. While marketing is important, I always want to add the flavor of your personal touch and keep in mind that less can be more. It is possible to hit many markets in just one outfit. We choose clothes in the light we are in shooting in and you will be confident that perfect choices are being made. Hair and Make-up The make-up is clean, fresh and amazing. It is applied by me (as all of the shots on this site have been done) with total approval from the actor. Feedback is welcomed, so you are in control of what you look like. The goal is a natural approach that makes you look like you (on a real good day!). For more on makeup, including before and after photos, click HERE. Breathing and Relaxation Session After all the left-brain choices are made, we now switch to the right-brain. By doing a 5-10 minute technique, I give you an opportunity to surrender, center and be present. People love this. I also work with posture, body language and sense of self. Before we even start, I teach you how to connect on a highly intimate and personal level. The most interesting thing about you is who you truly are. We need to get that, or your photo would look like everyone else's. The Shoot My shoots are easy and fun. I direct you simply in a loose, movement-oriented, natural environment. I don't use lights or meters; just you, me and one hand-held camera (21 mp, Canon 5D). I am very organic, non-technical, connected and truthful, yet extremely detail-oriented. I use clean, beautiful natural light. I do not shoot at you; we collaborate together to create personal, empowered images that reflect your energy and what you bring with you when you "enter the room". We look at all your shots as we work, so you can eliminate, correct and raise your bar. We shoot until your heart sings! After the Shoot You'll have a snack while I put the shots you've chosen into my computer and make your CD. We then sit and look at all your files both in RAW and JPEG form on a huge screen. This takes about a half an hour, but when you leave here you know, and are excited about, what you have. You may also order an online session at my lab for $10. They are dedicated to the same personal customer service that I provide. Everything is actor-friendly and stress-free! My site is not photoshopped because I want you to see my sense of composition, as well as my lighting and makeup. Because of today's climate, however, I DO think you should "clean up" your photos, to the degree that you are comfortable. The authenticity and emotional impact of my work will NOT go away. You'll now have your own BREAKTHROUGH HEADSHOT!
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