Teen Acting Headshot Session in Los Angeles

When scheduling a headshot session I like to ensure my clients come very prepared.  I normally send the headshot client wardrobe recommendations, inspiration and recommended colors and character types I feel they can play.  As a previous youth talent manager  for many years, I have a lot of experience knowing what type of acting headshots a casting director  responds to.

Here's an example of a teen actors headshot  session with a very handsome young teenage actor.   We worked out several different types and characters he could play and then shot accordingly with the appropriate expression and wardrobe.  Mom did a great job bringing a wonderful selection of wardrobe choices and the young actor did a great job working with me to get the shots.  Great team work translates into great headshots.

When it comes to shopping for your kids acting headshots session you may want to go to a few different stores and purchase a some items that may not be part of your kids normal wardrobe. I love H&M kids,  and Zara Kids for fun, colorful, textured clothing.  The sweater below is a great example. However, you may have plenty of wardrobe that is suitable already without spending additional money.  I do like parents to bring several different shirts, jackets, sweaters, etc., to give me choices.  And I will always try to save you money and use what you have if possible. Leave the tags on anything you purchase, as I may not use it.  Keep reading below to get more tips on teen acting headshots. 
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Los Angeles acting headshot for teens by headshot photographer Robin Lorraine.
 I love the color of the sweater in this kids headshot and the v-neck works really well in the composition.   And the texture is fabulous!  The headshot below shows a completely different character and type in both wardrobe and expression. 
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Theatrical headshot showing confidence and edge photographed by headshot photographer Robin Lorraine in Los Angeles.
Next we have a boy next door, enthusiasm, like-ability and energy in this headshot. The vivid blue has an energetic vibe and pops off the page.  This is a commercial headshot and it's very important that it radiates energy. 
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Commercial boy next door or Disney headshot.
Here we have the quirky or character headshot.  Disney channel and Nickelodeon always have characters in their shows, but as well you can see this in commercials like this Verizon spot and Network shows like the Big Bang Theory.
What to wear in a teen headshot session?
An actors headshot showing quirkiness.
 The headshot below works for the high school popular guy, jock, athlete as well as boy next door roles and or a good looking teenager role.
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Creating different looks for your child's headshot session.
 This headshot in the purple t-shirt is great for both Disney and commercials.  It shows wonderful energy and his fabulous smile.  It definitely pops.
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Wonderful color that pops in a commercial headshot look.
 And lastly the bad boy, trouble maker, darker, edgier headshot. 
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This wouldn't be used for a main headshot, but rather as an additional look for an actors portfolio. 
 
Always keep in mind the colors and what it projects and the collars and necklines and what they project.  Jock or popular high school kid, edgy, quirky, smart kid, boy next door, trouble maker...they are all characters he can play.  With these headshots and the range they show, the talent agent can submit different images for different roles.

If you have questions about what to bring to your kids or teen headshot session contact Robin Lorraine Photography to book your session and arrange a consultation. 


For your next headshots or to arrange a modeling or zed card photo session, 
contact 
Robin Lorraine Photography @ Tel: 213-247-5817 or email: robin@robinlorraine.com
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Robin Lorraine Photography photographs kids and teens of all ages for acting and modeling in the Los Angeles and surrounding area including Orange County, San Fernando Valley, Burbank, Sherman Oaks, Palmdale, Simi Valley, Ventura, Fontana, Riverside Corona, Toluca Lake, Compton, Torrance, Long Beach, Irvine, Foothill Ranch, Wittier, Arcadia, Northridge, Santa Clarita, Arcadia, West Covina and Hollywood!  Child actors, child models, teen actors and models.