A good actor headshot looks like you on a real day, with a natural, easy expression that casting directors can read at a glance. Tess Hermann came to my Herne Hill studio for exactly that: a set of clean, expressive headshots ready for Spotlight, agents and casting submissions.

We worked through a range of expressions and subtle changes so Tess came away with options rather than a single look, from warmer and approachable to more grounded and dramatic. The lighting stayed clean and flattering, keeping the focus entirely on Tess, and we reviewed the shots live so she could see the set building.

The finished images were delivered in the formats casting platforms need, ready to upload without further work.

If you want natural, castable actor headshots that show your range, see the actor headshots page.