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Solid colors in a medium shade work best. No patterns, stripes, prints or dots. Colors that are too dark, too light, black, or white do not pop out as much online as clothing rich in color in a medium shade. So as a general rule stay away from white, black, gray, and brown for commercial photographs. For more dramatic theatrical shots black works out for some people really well.

Suits can be black or gray for commercial shots.

Another exception is patterns that spell out a specific character iconically. Although the pattern may be distracting from your face, it may just get you the audition because it’s so specific to the character they’re casting. Example: A casting director is trying to cast a farmer for a new milk commercial. They are scrolling through 1000 thumbnails of submitted headshots and see some guy in a red plaid flannel shirt and overalls, this is iconic farmer attire. That level of specificity will at least get a casting director to take a second look if not get you a call in for the audition. Here the distracting pattern (red plaid) worked in the actors favor. This rule can apply to other things like stripes to illustrate a loud character type, or a crazy print shirt for a rocker type.

Professionals

For most professionals you can wear anything you want as long as it’s appropriate for your line of work. Avoiding patterns or busy clothing often yields the best results. text goes here

No, so please be certain that you want to shoot before you put down a deposit or schedule an appointment online. You can however reschedule your appointment once.

You usually 1-2 weeks. can see my calendar online 24/7 HERE.

Yes – Usually for promotional purposes IE magazine covers.

Yes, some really great agencies do. Agents from Coast to Coast, House of Reps, Pinkerton, Momentum, and Aqua have all recommended my photography to their clients.

Having headshots taken by one of the finest photographers in Los Angeles is the best way for a new actor to catch the attention of an agency. Please go to this website if you’d like to get a list of all the agencies in town by name and what agency they work for along with contact information sagafrta.org.

Castingnetworks.com is also the best place to sign up after getting your new headshots to get commercial and low budget theatrical auditions and possibly a new agent.

I shoot digitally on a 45 megapixel Canon EOS R5.

About 30 minutes per look on average, but sometimes more sometimes less. If you’re a women who is concerned about how long it takes to do your makeup between shots call after you book and we’ll add more time onto the end of your shoot so you won’t feel rushed.

Yes, people do this all the time.

For headshots it’s not necessary. For full body shots, yes the whole outfit should be well styled.

Yes. And we recommend you bring backup choices for wardrobe.

50-150.

Yes, it’s $20 per photo.

I shoot everyone a little differently, depending on their personality and needs. Sometimes people need direction and so I’ll give it. Sometimes people know what to do and so I’ll just throw ideas out there and they’re free to take off with them. I love to hear your ideas and feedback and I’m open to anyway and anything people want to shoot. If you bring in sample shots I can reproduce the lighting and feel of them for you.

Yes. Guys usually don’t need a makeup artist. If you’d like to have it done by a professional please book it with your session. Anthony will do light make up free of charge for men.

Yes. If anything I do goes wrong during the shoot that would require a reshoot, the reshoot is free (lighting, lack of expression, poor background choice). If you do something wrong, like wear facial hair and then find out afterward your agents wants it clean shaven then in that case I’ll reshoot at half price. It’s always best to have a detailed conversation about what your agent or manager wants BEFORE taking photos. If you are to wake up with a swollen face from an allergic reaction on the day of the shoot, just let me know and we’ll reschedule rather than waste time taking photos that won’t work.

One or two business days. You will get an email with a link your own personal online gallery to download from.

I use both, but mostly natural, to achieve whatever it is we’re going for with your specific look. I can take them all outdoors, on location, or with studio backgrounds. I go with whatever fits the picture best, and I’m not opposed to either or any way so long as it works.

Yes we can shoot outside the studio for an on location look, or if you want to shoot at the beach or other special location please use the travel option in check out and put in the notes what address you want to shoot at.

You get all the photos delivered via link to an online gallery where you can view and download any photos that we take during your shoot.

More people wear a darker colored jacket and light shit under.

Don't over or underdress for your market. Business casual for some industies is more appropriate than a full suit.

Women: can wear dresses or anything professional. The undershirt tends to look more current and clean if it has no collar.

Yes sometimes we have time to pick the photos right after the shoot and get you at least the unretouched version before you leave. Sometimes we can even do monor retouches so you'll all set by the time you walk out.

Please call to let us know you need this service if you need the photos in a hurry. (818) 679-1099

Yes. The prices are for multiple people.:$250 for the first person and set up and $100 for each additional person after that.

To travel to your location it's another $100 travel fee.

So 3 people at your offices is would be:

$250 for the first person.

$200 for the next two people.

$100 for travel.

Total $550.

You can book this directly through my booking page HERE by selecting Location Shoot then adding 2 additional people with the add on buttons.

Yes. I do these types of shoots all the time. I takes shots of people working and gathering to get work done to put at various places on your website. Reach out to my for pricing and to talk about to how the best possible photos. anthonymongiello@gmail.com

Yes absolutely. I do this all the time.

Yes usually it's no problem at all, but reach out with your current standard to make sure.

anthonymongiello@gmail.com

Yes I can do corporate event photography and also so headshot booths for trade shows or company get togethers.

Yes I. I have high end cameras continuous lighting and sound equipment to do just that. Reach out for a quote. It's something we can add on the same day we do headshots.

Modeling attire if you don’t have a professional stylist should be inspired from up to date magazine editorials. It’s best to come and meet with Anthony to throw ideas back and forth before booking a modeling photo shoot.

Both.

Of course.

The best way is to take model submission shots and send them out to Agencies. You can get a list of commercial agencies at lacasting.com. If you’re an high fashion editorial type you just go in and meet with some of the bigger agencies on their open call days. You can find those in your respective town HERE.

Yes for an additional fee ($20 per photo).

$20 per image.

Go to www.newmodels.com for general information on height and weight and age requirements. But the best way to find out if you can be a fashion model is go to open calls at top modeling agencies. You can find those agencies HERE.