All you have to do is contact us via phone or email, and we’ll schedule you for your Free Consultation.

This is an informal meet and greet, where we can learn more about you and you about us, and what you would like out of your photography session. This is your time to talk about who you are as an actor/model, and how we can get marketable Headshots and/or Comp Cards that best suit your needs.
 

That’s great! Just give us a call and we’ll schedule an appointment. You will then need to put a deposit down which will hold your session. Please read more about Payment Options
 

Hair and Make-Up are essential parts of your Photography Shoot. We work with several lovely and talented Hair and Make-Up Artists and can certainly book one for your shoot.

Karen Cecilia - http://www.karencecilia.net
Ania Kanigowska - http:www.go4makeup.com

The day of your shoot, the Hair and Make-Up Artist, you, and I will meet, and talk about style options. They will always suggest great ideas they think will make you look your best based on your hair, skin, and coloring.

If you have your own Hair and Make-Up Artist, please let us know. We would be more than happy to coordinate with him/her.

 

It is your shoot after all, and nobody knows you better than you!

Why not be as prepared as possible?

It’s always good to go through Magazines, the Internet, Television and do research. See if there is anything you find out there in the world that you can bring into you session, whether it be a hairstyle, color, expression, or look. Please feel free to bring in any ideas, clippings or printouts of your own and we can discuss them.

 

Here’s a list of clothing options and some things you should consider before you come to your Shoot.

Wardrobe Options for Men/Women
Bring colors that best suit your complexion and clothes that you feel comfortable wearing.

Commercial Shots:
You will want to bring out that fresh smile of yours that makes you look warm and friendly! So, think some cheery solid colors…nice deep or rich blues, purples, greens, reds, oranges, or pinks.
Of course, blacks and browns are also options.

Included in your wardrobe can be a selection of the following: v-necks, t-shirts, polos, blouses, in long or short sleeves. It’s always a good idea to bring layers, so feel free to pack some cardigans, sweaters or blazers.

Please stay away from turtlenecks, pastel colors, and logos.

Legit/Soap Shots:
These are your Dramatic shots so you can go a little Sexier, Sassier, or Darker.

Same colors can apply as Commercial shots, but you can also bring more muted colors such as maroon, navy blue, black, brown, and grey.

Other options are buttoned-down shirts and blazers/jackets for men, sexy tops or dresses for women.

We will go through your wardrobe at the beginning of your session and decide what will work best.
 

Please don’t drink alcohol 48 hours before you shoot.
Keep yourself hydrated, and moisturize your skin.
Get plenty of sleep the night before. Come well rested.
Contact lens wearers, please bring saline and extra contacts if necessary.
Please don’t dye or wax your hair a few days before your shoot! Try to do it at least a week beforehand so it can settle.

Men: please come shaven, unless we are doing some legit shots with facial hair. If so, please bring your own razor and shaving cream with you.
 

Exercise is always a great way of maintaining focus and getting your blood circulated. Go for a nice run/walk in the morning or for a work-out at the gym.

Utilize any relaxation or meditation techniques to center yourself.

Draw from any acting technique you have studied that will be helpful during your shoot. Mainly, you just want to do what you can to keep yourself nice and grounded so you can enjoy the process.

Eat a good meal beforehand.

Definitely bring your ipod!
 

You’ve come prepared, have arrived at the studio, we have gone through your wardrobe, and you are now hair/makeup ready, and you look fabulous!

Now it’s time to take some pictures!

Whether you are a Professional or someone taking pictures for the first time, I believe, direction from the Photographer is important to help you stay focused in your moment. So, I will talk you through the whole shoot, and together, we will get the shots you need.
 

Two to three days after your shoot , we will notify you that your Client log-in is ready and give you your username and password.
 

The Client Log-In is located through my website and is where you have access to your pictures online. You will be given a private User ID and Password that you can share with agents, casting directors, managers, friends, or family.
 

Once you have had a chance to go through your pictures and select your favorites, please call us to set up a Follow-Up Appointment. We will sit down together and review your selects. We won’t let you leave unless you feel confident you have the shots you need!
 

For JHP clients only, I will sit with you for 45 minutes and help outline your resume whether this is your first resume or you want to give your old one a new look. This way you leave JHP with your Headshot and Resume in hand!
 

We recommend  Joe Barna at Colorworks (link) to our clients for retouching. So, go ahead and set-up an appointment with him!

Joe Barna also does Headshot Reproductions or we would recommend Reproductions. (link)
 

Now go out there and make all your dreams come true!

Always feel free to contact us with any questions you have about the Industry.

Please let us know if you are in any Showcases, Plays, etc. We love coming out and seeing all our clients work!

Also, since we are working Casting Directors, you will automatically go into our Actor Database for any upcoming Castings we work on.

Thanks for working with Jen Halpern Photography and Break a Leg!
 

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