How to Take Marketable Headshots

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Of course

   A film camera, digital camera, iPod camera, digital SLR...whatever you like.
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   Step 2: have a camera.

   , While on camera flashes will do the job, off camera flashes will do it better. , Something to hold extra lighting if you need it. , Unless you have a very good reason for high ISO, use the lower one.
   
   That is because you will get a lot of noise in your shot from the higher ISO. , Have a place for your model to sit comfortably. , You can use sheets, a wall, or whatever you have around you. , You will want it to be at about the center of the model's face. , Consider high-keyor low-key.,, This is a smaller light behind your model that should show her hair to advantage. , More than likely, they will be uncomfortable.
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   Step 3: Have a tripod

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   Step 4: or at least some way of steadying your camera.

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   Step 5: Have an off camera flash

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   Step 6: if you have an SLR.

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   Step 7: Consider using some type of stand.

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   Step 8: Use a fairly low ISO.

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   Step 9: Get your model comfortable.

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    Step 10: Have a white

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    Step 11: or light colored

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    Step 12: backdrop.

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    Step 13: Adjust the height of the camera on the tripod.

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    Step 14: Experiment with poses and lighting methods.

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    Step 15: Try using reflectors to help your model's features stand out.

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    Step 16: Consider using a hair light.

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    Step 17: Talk to your model.

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