I think you need more pictures where he's smiling. He's a cute little boy - let's see some shots of him looking genuinely happy and having a great time! The second one is the best, because he's smiling, but he's in a bent over position - I'm sure you can get an even better one!
Posts: 431 | Location: New York | Registered: December 29, 2008
Really cute kid! However I think your title sums this up, these are snapshots, not professional headshots. Always remember, his shots will be in the same pile as a hundred other kids who want the same job. What makes his headshot stick out from the rest?
I can guarantee a large percentage of those kids in the same pile will have professional headshots done by a pro so their kid gets the call. I suggest searching for a professional photographer to get what this kid deserves, high quality headshots that will get him work!
Good luck
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Posts: 132 | Location: Los Angeles | Registered: July 02, 2009
Fortunately at this age noone expects pro headshots. Since the kids change so rapidly you would have to reshoot every couple of months. Any audition you go to will shoot snapshots anyway. I think it is generally accepted that pro headshots are a waste of money for toddlers. Sorry Zampano. Ask in the Children and Teen forum for confirmation.
Thank you all for your replies. I will try to take photos of him smiling while facing the camera. He's just so active. He smiles all the time, but it's hard to catch him.
Posts: 35 | Location: NYC | Registered: June 13, 2009
Yes, at this age stick with snapshots. You are on the right track with the photos. Keep working at it, and eventually you will get a great shot that is useable.
Posts: 106 | Location: Northern California | Registered: October 09, 2006
Originally posted by TMR: I think you need more pictures where he's smiling. He's a cute little boy - let's see some shots of him looking genuinely happy and having a great time! The second one is the best, because he's smiling, but he's in a bent over position - I'm sure you can get an even better one!
Yup. More smiles would be nice. Nicole
Posts: 148 | Location: Philadelphia, PA | Registered: May 19, 2008
I love his smile in the second one, but the lighting is awful. Try decreasing the contrast on the picture so the shadows aren't as harsh and the photo might be usable.
That is a very cute boy you have there. I love his genuine and charming smile. He definitely has the energy and what it takes. However, these pictures look like they were taken when he's unprepared/in the midst of doing something else. You can definitely get better results. The lighting is good though & did I mention you boy is really cute?
Originally posted by rgp: At his age, not only are snapshots acceptable, they are encouraged by most reputable agencies.
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I'm going to respectfully disagree here. I know several agents that wouldn't consider these as industry standard. Let me clarify, this kid is adorable! However there is a huge difference between these and professional kids headshots by this photographer for example: http://www.poyeyphotos.com/headshots_kids.html
To suggest you can just take snapshots and submit would be a great disservice considering how much stronger the shots can be if done by a professional. Granted, they will need a couple sessions per year but this is why professionals don't charge nearly the same rate as they do adults. Don't shortcut yourself with snapshots when the vast majority are having them done professionally.
This is my opinion and others have valid ones as well. Just an alternative to think about. Good luck
