ABOUT
HUW RICHARDS PHOTOGRAPHY

As an actor, I have been involved in all stages of the casting process. Therefore, I understand the need for a headshot that captures the attention and is an honest and insightful snapshot of who you are and what you can offer.

 

I started Huw Richards Photography after conversations with casting directors who were complaining about the inconsistency between actors' headshots and what they looked like in real life. 

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I had grown tired of watching friends and colleagues pay over and above for headshots that, although aesthetically pleasing, were better suited to the front cover of a magazine, putting them at a disadvantage as soon as they entered the audition room. 

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The most important thing as an actor is to really think about who you are, what you look like and where that leaves you in terms of casting; accentuate your positive attributes - embrace them and use them to your advantage. 

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For example, I am 6ft3", bald and bearded. I know my days of playing Tiny Tim are gone (more's the pity). My look is best suited to roles that are strong, dangerous and a bit menacing, and my headshot needs to reflect this. If you are unsure what kind of role your look is best suited to, ask a friend or colleague for their opinion regarding your ideal casting. 

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I wanted to create headshots that are beneficial, bold and charismatic. Ultimately, though, I wanted to create headshots that are genuine - the kind of honest headshots that casting directors really want to see. 

 

The kind of headshots that make them say:

 

'I know who this person is, and I want to see them'.