How Do I Print My Acting Headshots?

by | Last updated on January 24, 2024

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  1. 6 Reliable Sites For Printing High-Quality Headshots. So you’ve gotten your actor headshots taken by a trusted photographer, you’re happy with the results, and now you need to print them! …
  2. Amazon Prints. Amazon Prints. …
  3. Reproductions. …
  4. Quick Color Custom Photo Lab. …
  5. Dirt Cheap Headshots. …
  6. PrintHeadshots.com. …
  7. Spotlight Printing.

Should I print my resume on the back of my headshot?

I think

printing resumes directly on the back of headshots

is a great idea for saving time, saving trees, and saving space in my headshot storage area! No staples, no paper to trim, no muss, no fuss! … Nor does the stapled resume on top of a previous version of the printed-on resume.

How do I take my own acting headshot?

  1. Grab a friend or a tripod.
  2. Pick a location inside with good lighting and a simple backdrop.
  3. Invest in additional lighting (if you’re indoors).
  4. Equip your phone with the right camera apps.
  5. Clear up space on your phone.
  6. Block-off at least two hours for the shoot itself.

What should an actor’s headshot look like?

  • Indoor vs. …
  • Smiling vs. …
  • Framing: The framing of your headshot should be at least waist up, but more ideally it should be taken closer, from chest up. …
  • Horizontal vs. …
  • Natural vs. …
  • Background: The background should not be distracting.

What size should I print my headshots?

The standard headshot size for actors is 8′′ X 10′′, which means – whether it’s horizontal or vertical – your printed headshot must be

8 inches by 10 inches

.

Should you smile in a headshot?

Even for professional headshots, smiling both with and without your teeth work, so

smile whichever way you feel most comfortable

. A forced smile isn’t good and might even make you seem disingenuous. You should be able to recognize a ‘real’ smile through a person’s eyes.

Should you wear jewelry in a headshot?


Keep jewelry to a minimum

(unless it is your signature look). … Big jewelry draws attention away from you, and your portrait should be all about you. If your signature brand is big jewelry, however, bring it along, and we’ll choose the best options for your headshot.

Should headshots be printed glossy or matte?

Actor headshots must be printed with a

satin or semi-gloss finish

(NOT matte). Flat matte paper is too similar to regular computer paper and doesn’t look professional enough, and glossy paper is considered too shiny for headshot prints.

What information do you put on a headshot?

You should include

your height, weight and measurements on the back

of your headshot. You should also include your age, hair color, eye color and skin tone.

How long does it take to get your headshots back?

Turnaround of final images for most sessions is usually

2-3 business days

from when you tell us your final selections. Print orders can take up to 7 days to be delivered from our lab.

Can a selfie be a headshot?

Yes, some people decide upon their doctor or attorney on how they look because characteristics such as confidence, professionalism, and approachability come out in a headshot. … So, the main reason

a headshot should not be a selfie

– or a photo taken on your phone – is because a headshot is created by a professional.

What is the best way to get headshots?

The best headshots are in a

vertical format that are cropped close to reveal just the head and shoulders

. Crop your pictures as tight as you can, just below the shoulders leaving a little extra space above your head.

What color is best to wear for headshots?

For headshots I recommend wearing a color that is

either light (think pastel)

, or muted (gray, navy, etc), and accenting it with a statement necklace, sweater, or blazer. Avoid large patterns or multi-colored tops that steal attention from your gorgeous smile.

Should teeth show when smiling?

When you smile,

your top teeth show fully in a good proportion to your gums

. The line where the gums and teeth meet is smooth and even. The smile line of the upper teeth follows the curve of the lower lip. The midline of the upper front teeth ideally is in the center of the face.

What should you not wear for a headshot?

You should

not wear anything unprofessional or sloppy

for your headshots, such as vulgar t-shirts, see-through tops, or wrinkled and dirty clothes. Your clothes should reflect how you want your audience to perceive you as a person or professional.

What should you not do in a headshot?

  • Don’t wear a distracting clothing. …
  • Don’t wear clothing with words or large logos.
  • Don’t over accessorize. …
  • Don’t wear clothing that you don’t feel comfortable in.
  • Don’t overdo it with the makeup. …
  • Don’t use outdated headshots.
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