Female

Solid, Neutral Colours

Bring tops in colours: navy, grey, and soft earth tones (olive, tan, beige). These keep the focus on your face, which is crucial for headshots.

Avoid busy patterns, bright or neon colours, as these can be distracting in close-up shots.

Layered Options

Light cardigans, structured blazers, or simple jackets in neutral shades add depth to your look.

Blazers are great for adding a professional, confident vibe, but keep the structure subtle, nothing too padded or oversized.

Simple Necklines

Bring tops with a mix of necklines, such as crew neck, scoop neck, off the shoulder and V-neck. These variations help capture different facets of your personality and suit different angles.

Avoid plunging necklines

Fitted, Not Tight

Choose clothing that fits well but isn’t too tight, as this maintains a polished look without being distracting.

Avoid anything too loose or baggy, as it can make the images look less sharp and defined.

Minimal Accessories

Keep jewellery simple or leave it out. If you’d like to bring options, consider small, subtle earrings or a delicate necklace, as long as they don’t draw attention away from your face.

Textures and Fabrics

Soft knits, cottons, and other matte fabrics work best for headshots, as they photograph cleanly without adding unwanted shine or glare.

Avoid shiny fabrics (e.g., satin or metallics) as they can reflect light unpredictably.

If make-up is to be worn and hair requires styling, please can this be done prior to arrival, so that time shooting in the studio is not impacted. PLEASE DO NOT FAKE TAN, often this results in patchy skin tones which is extremely time consuming to edit.

If it's wet and windy when you travel/arrive, I have power for straighteners/hair dryers etc. However we need to be mindful that we don't eat into too much of the session time.

Men

1. Solid, Neutral Colours

Bring shirts and tops in neutral colors like navy and muted earth tones (olive, tan). These colors keep the focus on your face, which is key for headshots.

Avoid bright colours, neon shades, and busy patterns, as these can detract from a clean, professional look.

2. Layered Options

Consider bringing light sweaters, simple jackets, or structured blazers in neutral shades. Layers add dimension and can create different moods for various roles.

3. Varied Necklines

Pack a few shirts with different necklines, such as crew neck, V-neck, and button-down. This will allow us to capture various aspects of your style and personality.

Avoid deep V-necks or high collars that could draw attention away from your face.

4. Fitted, Not Tight

Choose clothing that fits well but isn’t overly tight, allowing for a sleek, defined look that’s also comfortable.

Avoid anything too loose or oversized, as it can look less polished on camera.

5. Minimal Accessories

Keep accessories to a minimum. Watches or rings are fine, but avoid anything flashy or large that might take attention away from your expression.

6. Textures and Fabrics

Soft, matte fabrics like cotton or lightweight wool are ideal, as they avoid unwanted shine and look clean on camera.

Stay away from shiny or reflective fabrics, such as satin or metallics, as they can interfere with lighting.

If you would like to dry shave half way through you can, headshots are all about representing you in as many different ways as possible, to open up different casting brackets.

Location: 85 Scatterdells Lane, Chipperfield, Hertfordshire. WD4 9EU
Directions / Parking: We have a long hedge lined driveway with large wooden gates at the top. (In order to gain access, please press the intercom at the gates and speak clearly so we can let you in. If you don’t get a response, please call 07834 774605). Please drive straight to the top of the drive and park in front of the big barn doors to the studio.

If travelling by train:

Our nearest stations are both Hemel Hempstead or Kings Langley overground (within approximately 25 minutes from London Euston) and just a few minutes taxi ride from either station.