Actor headshots in Derby

Why do you need an actor headshot?

The purpose of a photo shoot is to produce a set of actor headshots suitable for use by theatrical agencies or to post on casting websites such as Spotlight. Having your photos taken by a professional photographer should be an enjoyable experience, and I set out to relax you in order to get the best shots. I’m experienced as a photographer, I use top quality equipment and I’m accustomed to putting clients at ease! It’s also important to keep your headshots up to date – generally they should be renewed every year or so.

actor headshots, Derby — Amin, actor headshot

How do you get the best results from your actor headshots?

The key to a good actor headshot lies in your eyes – they convey moods, emotions and character. It’s a good idea to prepare yourself by practising “looks” in the mirror.
Think carefully about your choice of clothing – it’s a good idea to bring some alternative outfits, but nothing too distracting. The emphasis should be on your face and character.
I will offer suggestions in terms of which poses work best, and we will spend time trying out different “looks” – usually up to four in one shoot. If you have ideas or examples of looks that you’ve seen please let me know.
I always make sure that you see the photos I’ve taken throughout the shoot so you have a good idea what to expect. [Read more…]

Event Photography in Derby

As a Derby photographer I’m asked to provide event photography for all kinds of occasions. One such event is the annual Peak Awards ceremony held at The Roundhouse in Derby, a fabulous venue for any event. It’s a celebration of achievements by learners across the College and its many sites. for the past few awards ceremonies, and here are a handful of images from the recent event. The photographs are used by the College to promote its business in Press Releases, promotional material, on social media and in the prospectus. In addition to photographing the winners with their trophies I try to capture some of the atmosphere of the event as the guests arrive and enjoy the entertainment and their meal. In the business world event photography is an important tool for communicating a positive image to potential customers. [Read more…]

Business Portraits in Derby

Creating the right visual image for your company is a vital part of promoting your product in the modern business world. Of course, the product is what defines your business, but customers do like to be able to identify with the people behind the product, too. Consequently, companies are now very keen to use business portraits to present the human side of their business. As a Derby photographer I’ve been called on several times recently to provide corporate headshots and other portrait photographs for local businesses. Some companies prefer to have a location portrait as this can create a more informal look, where others opt to have a photo shoot with studio lighting and a white backdrop for a professional image. [Read more…]

Headshots for a Derby Dancer

headshots, Derby — One of the final selection of headshots for Hilary’s profile

Here’s a couple of photos from a recent photo session. Hilary’s from Derby, currently studying dance in Bedford. She’ll soon be graduating so needs some good headshots to help in her job-hunting. She chose me after seeing my work on my website, contacted me and we arranged a shoot. [Read more…]

Location and Commercial photography in Derby and the Midlands

location photography, commercial, Derby — A glorious morning at Rockingham race track

Being a photographer based in Derby means that I am well-placed to take on jobs all across the Midlands and further afield – recently I’ve travelled to Norfolk, Lancashire and North Wales for photo shoots. Although we always complain about the state of our roads it’s still possible to move around relatively quickly from my central location. [Read more…]