The Session

As an actor, your headshot is your calling card. It is the tool you use to get a casting agent to call you in for an audition; or if you're looking for representation--a talent agent to call you for an interview. Make the best first impression. If you're a new actor or it's been a while since you've had new headshots--or they're just not working for you, I can help!

While digital photography is still somewhat new to some, I have been shooting and processing digital imaging for many years. My camera has a digital display so we immediately get to see the results, and whether your makeup and wardrobe are satisfactory. This eliminates any second guessing.

Back in the days of shooting on film, your negatives required a custom pro lab to obtain the finest quality print. Digital images also require some post production work to achieve optimum print quality. As a trained Photoshop professional, I personally see to it that your final picks are prepared correctly for your quantity reproductions. I also include retouching in my standard sessions. I offer a single solution to your headshot session. If you prefer the look and feel of film, I can accomodate you.

 I highly recommend using our on site printing service. Of course, you may chose traditional photographic prints or any lab you prefer.

Standard Session includes retouching!
This package consits of all you are going to need. Many "looks", unlimited shots during 2 1/2 hours session. I don't schedule more then two session per day for my Headshot Session which allows for a relaxed and personalized session. I shoot with both indoor studio lighting and with natural light. I also shoot with different types of environments/backgrounds for a more cinematic look.

Typically we shoot up to 6 looks during this session. On average, we'll shoot over 500-700 images (the equivalent of about twenty rolls of film!), which allows you plenty of time to warm up to the camera and for us to try different setups and lighting situations.

The last 1/2 hour is spent on reviewing your session so we can prepare the images for online contact sheet. I then post these images online that only you or your agents can access. If you or your agent prefer, hard copy proof sheets are available at additional cost.

When you've made your four final choices, included are four custom digital images. They are visually anaylzed, brightness and contrast are adjusted, color is balanced ( in case of coulor image ), and burned & dodged, or cropped if necessary.

Basic retouching is included at no additional cost, on all images. Digital post production can help to lessen or eliminate the appearance of wrinkles, blemishes, lines, flyaway hair, whiten teeth and eyes, etc. More complex retouching, if desired, is additional. A price quote will be provided before the work is started.

Once completed they are then prepared to the proper resolution as required by the labs and burned onto a CD which will be sent together with your invoice to you. The selected images will also be available for download from your account from www.piotrkowalik.co.uk website. Additionally you get four 8X10 master prints delivered to your home.

based on Package 3