We're excited to have the opportunity to take your new headshots! In this guide we'll outline what you can expect and how to prepare. |
Option 2 - More Variety
Preparing for a Shoot with a Friend
If you have some available to assist during the shoot, you can get more body positions and you'll be able to stand during the shoot.
Positioning:
Take a look at the video below to get an idea of what the setup looks like:
Positioning:
- Position yourself facing towards a bright window, about 6 feet away. Make sure the window does not have direct sunlight shining on you.
- Your friend should be standing with his/her back to the window, holding your smartphone. Make sure the smartphone is about 2-3 inches above your eye height. They should zoom in a bit by pinching so that you fill up most of the frame – but are NOT cropping off the sides of your body.
- Tilt the smartphone down so your head is towards the top of the frame. We want to see some of your body in the shot (while also making sure your hair is not cut off). The image can be cropped at about your waist.
Take a look at the video below to get an idea of what the setup looks like:
Technical Setup:
Now that you've positioned yourself, you need to make sure that we are able to see you properly to guide both you and your friend during the shoot.
- Set up your laptop somewhere off to the side so we can see both of you (similar to the position of the person who took the picture of the photographer and client above). You should have a place in mind to leave your laptop before the start of the photoshoot because sometimes it can take a few minutes to figure out where to put it. Note: putting it on the floor works just fine!
- Install Zoom by using the link that was provided to you or clicking here. You should definitely do this before the start of the photoshoot because sometimes it can take a few minutes.
- Make sure your Zoom link is working properly. Try joining the meeting link that was sent to you. It might say "Waiting for the host to start the meeting." If that's the case, you know you have the right link. You can try creating a new meeting to test and make sure your video and audio are functioning properly.
- Try taking a test photo with your camera. To be sure that your smartphone is working properly and the image looks OK, try having your friend take a couple quick test shots so you can see what they look like. We'll guide you through the process when the shoot begins, but over-preparing is always helpful!
If you have trouble with any of these steps, feel free to email us at info@cityheadshots.com and we'll help you out.
After the shoot is finished, you'll email your favorite photo to us to retouch!
What to Wear?
The only other thing to think about is what you'll be wearing for the shoot.
Here is a great guide on what colors and clothing work best for headshots.
We're looking forward to your shoot! Feel free to email us if you have further questions :)
Here is a great guide on what colors and clothing work best for headshots.
We're looking forward to your shoot! Feel free to email us if you have further questions :)
2 Comments
John Zagutasky
12/4/2020 01:16:16 pm
Hello -
I took a picture against a wall. I just need the background changed and the picture sharpened up. Can i do that instead of the virtual headshot?
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Martin
12/5/2020 03:59:25 am
Yes, we can definitely do that! We can retouch the picture if you email it to us. Please email me at info@cityheadshots.com with the photo so I can check it and then I'll send you the details/pricing info.
Thanks!
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