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When to Update Your Image

Posted on January 21, 2020 by John Casablancas

Change is never-ending and that means our headshots and comp cards are a never-ending series of updates. However, this doesn’t mean you have to take new pictures every week. Instead, follow these simple guidelines to know when it’s actually time … Continue reading →

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Understanding Lighting and Photography Used for Photoshoots

Posted on May 28, 2019 by John Casablancas

While it is enough to simply show up to a shoot and let photographers do their thing, never underestimate the advantage you give yourself when you understand just what their job requires. Lighting When it comes to lights, theories run … Continue reading →

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On Location Photoshoot Tips

Posted on February 4, 2019 by John Casablancas

On-location photoshoots can be more stressful than those set up in a controlled, indoor environment. Outdoors, there’s no way to control the lighting or the weather, leaving those involved relying on research and luck to nail the shots. Talk to … Continue reading →

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How to Look Better in Photos

Posted on October 8, 2018 by John Casablancas

Tackle these tips and tricks to make yourself even more beautiful on camera. Lefty-Righty According to research that has recently come to light, the left side of the face is typically considered to be more attractive. Square Off Never face … Continue reading →

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Finding Your Signature Model Expression

Posted on September 20, 2018 by John Casablancas

A model’s look is their calling card. It’s the one thing that sets them apart from every other pretty face on the planet. Though it may take time to find yours, here’s how you can start figuring out the best … Continue reading →

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Questions for Your Photographer

Posted on June 18, 2018 by John Casablancas

Though we do accrue photographers we prefer to work with, seeking out new talent is a great way to expand our portfolios and abilities. When it’s time to go on this hunt, here are the four major questions you’ll want … Continue reading →

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Gifts for Your Model or Actor

Posted on December 5, 2016 by John Casablancas

You’re not a photographer. You’re not a director. You can’t offer your model or actor friend the gig they want. Luckily, though, both models and actors do need practical things that you can gift them with to help them get … Continue reading →

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A Model’s Portfolio

Posted on July 11, 2016 by John Casablancas

Like the actor and their roles or an artist and their paintings, a model must have a portfolio. A showcase of all of their best work, it is a resume of potential designed to sell the model by catching the … Continue reading →

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Taking Holiday Photos

Posted on December 2, 2014 by John Casablancas

It’s that time of the year again where families gather to pose for the much anticipated holiday photo! Unless your family matriarch has issued a mandate that everyone will be wearing the same color or a specific clothing item (hopefully … Continue reading →

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Showing Your Portfolio

Posted on September 22, 2014 by John Casablancas

Set your portfolio down and let the agent look through it at his or her own pace. Don’t babble and give commentary as the agent looks through it. If they have a question, they will ask you. Often they are … Continue reading →

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