Actor headshots in Portland & Vancouver, WA
Commercial and theatrical looks in one coached session. Casting should see exactly who is going to walk through the door.
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Actor headshots, coached by Nadia Chapman
Your headshot is seen as a thumbnail long before anyone watches your tape. It has to read instantly, look like you today, and tell casting what you can play. Nadia Chapman photographs working and new actors from Portland, Vancouver and the wider Northwest. Sessions are built around your types: a bright, friendly commercial look, a theatrical look with more going on behind the eyes, and character looks if you need them. You are coached through every expression, and retouching keeps the real you, because that is who casting wants to meet.
Commercial
Bright, open and likeable. The look that books ads and industrials.
Theatrical
More depth and stillness, for film, television and stage.
Honest
Light retouching only, so you look like your headshot when you walk in.
What your headshot is up against
Casting sees a wall of small pictures. Yours has to earn the click, and more work is coming to Oregon to click on.
of submissions can arrive for a single role on online casting sites. Your headshot is the thumbnail that gets you opened.
Source: Backstage casting guidance and published casting callscombined labor rebate now available to productions in Oregon, with commercials eligible since July 2026.
Source: Oregon Filmprojects worked with Oregon Film through its incentive programs in 2025, up from 54 the year before.
Source: Oregon FilmCommercial vs theatrical at a glance
| Commercial | Theatrical | |
|---|---|---|
| Feeling | Bright, friendly, trustworthy | Grounded, layered, still |
| Light | Open and even | More shape and contrast |
| Wardrobe | Clean colour, everyday | Darker tones, texture |
| Books | Ads, industrials, hosting | Film, television, stage |
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How it works
We talk and plan
A few minutes on where the photos will be used and how you want to come across, then an outfit review to plan your looks. A pre-shoot Zoom is available if you would like to plan ahead.
I coach, you relax
Nadia directs every expression and angle. Your images appear on the laptop as you shoot, and you talk through what you like and what you don't, so the coaching keeps getting closer to you.
You choose
At the end you go through the images together, using as much or as little of Nadia's professional eye as you like. Each final is retouched by Nadia and backed by her happiness guarantee.
Actor headshots: common questions
How many looks does an actor need?
Most actors start with two: one commercial and one theatrical. Add character looks once you know the types you are being called in for.
What should I bring to an actor headshot session?
Bring several tops that suggest the roles you play, in solid colours. Booked clients receive a full preparation guide.
Do you photograph comedians and performers too?
Yes. Nadia photographs comedians, presenters and performers as well as actors.
How much do actor headshots cost?
Pricing and available dates are instantly viewable when you request them.
Ready when you are
Studio: 107 E 7th St, Suite A, Vancouver, WA 98660, minutes from Portland · (503) 212-6856
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