"Modeling headshot" can mean two very different photographs, and neither one does the same job as an actor headshot. Here's how to tell them apart.

I spent the first five years of my career shooting actor headshots outdoors before moving into a studio. What I learned changed how I think about the question.

There's no single best background for an actor headshot, only one that supports the actor without competing for attention. Here's how to tell the difference.

Most posing advice teaches positions. This explains why the actors who look best in headshots usually aren't thinking about posing at all, and what chin, hands, eye contact and body angle actually do once you stop trying to arrange them.

A headshot doesn't book the job. It gets you called in. Here's what a headshot is actually supposed to communicate, and why understanding your type is the first step to getting it right.

Not sure how to pick a headshot photographer? Here's what actually matters, from portfolio quality to how they direct you during the session.

Not sure if it's time for new headshots? Here are seven real signs to watch for, from subtle changes to what's happening with your submissions.

Commercial and theatrical headshots serve different casting purposes. Learn how expression, framing, wardrobe, lighting, and overall presentation change depending on the roles you're pursuing.

Don’t walk into a studio without a plan. These are the 3 questions I ask every client before their headshot session to help define their goals and what they need from their images.