While black and white headshots used to be the norm at one point, that has recently transitioned over into colour headshots being widely accepted across the world. One of the reasons for this is the digital world. While live auditions may prefer black and white images with a few colours, online platforms seem to prefer a readily available portfolio of colour images. Let’s take a look at how you can go about deciding what images to get when getting headshots photography Vancouver from a professional.
An Accurate Representation
Whether a headshot is black and white or in colour, the most important factor is making sure that it is an accurate representation of how you would normally look when auditioning. You should be recognizable right away from what casting directors are looking at in the headshot, to the person they see standing in front of them.
Choosing Your Photographer
Most photographers are shooting in digital, which means that taking an image from colour to black and white is an easy task, however, not all photographers’ black and white images will look the same. Before settling on a headshot photographer, take a look at their portfolio of black and white images to ensure you like how they edit them in post. Some like deeper contrast and deep blacks, while other more muted tones. It all depends on your preference and how well it fits with your photographer.
Offer Options
It’s important, above all, to offer casting directors and online casting platforms options. You’ll want to present a few of your images in black and white, and a few in colour.
If you are in need of a photographer offering headshots photography Vancouver, get in touch with us to discuss your needs for your images. We are more than happy to arrive to your location with our studio van or take your headshots at an outdoor location of choice.