Choosing your outfit for your actors headshot photography session can make a big impact on the way the photos turn out, and you want to make sure to select clothing that will be comfortable and attractive at the same time. The goal with the headshot is to make you appear confident, talented and emphasise your face and your eyes instead of the clothing. Celebrity Headshot photographer Rory Lewis offers tips and advice for What to Wear for Your Actors Headshots Session.

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Capturing the Essence of Sean Hemeon: Actor, Writer, and Artist at Rory Lewis’s LA Studio
Actors Headshots, Headshots, Los Angeles, New York
Capturing the Essence of Sean Hemeon: Actor, Writer, and Artist at Rory Lewis’s LA Studio
Actors Headshots, Headshots, Los Angeles, New York

In the world of Hollywood, every actor, writer, and artist is constantly striving to capture their unique essence—a challenge that requires more than just good lighting and a perfect backdrop. It’s about revealing the inner character, the subtle emotions, and the vibrant energy that sets them apart. This is exactly what actor, writer, and artist Sean Hemeonachieved when he recently partnered with Rory Lewis, the celebrated Los Angeles-based headshot photographer, to capture his headshots at Rory’s studio in Downtown LA.

Actors Headshots, Headshots, Los Angeles, New York
Destiny Edwards Model Digitals with Rory Lewis
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Destiny Edwards Model Digitals with Rory Lewis
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Destiny Edwards radiates confidence and poise in her latest digitals, presenting a look that is both timeless and contemporary. With her natural beauty and effortless expression, Destiny’s session resulted in photographs that showcase her as a standout face for agencies across fashion and commercial markets.

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Weemunga Johnson Model Digitals with Rory Lewis
Actors Headshots, New York, Los Angeles, Model Portfolios LA, Model Portfolio
Weemunga Johnson Model Digitals with Rory Lewis
Actors Headshots, New York, Los Angeles, Model Portfolios LA, Model Portfolio

Weemunga Johnson brought both intensity and elegance to his model digital session. His striking profile and strong facial structure translate powerfully on camera, making his digitals an essential step in presenting his potential to top agencies.

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Michael Richardson – Model Digitals with Rory Lewis
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Michael Richardson – Model Digitals with Rory Lewis
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Michael Richardson stepped into the studio for a set of striking model digitals that highlight his natural presence and versatility. With clean lines, sharp features, and effortless style, Michael’s digitals provide agencies with exactly what they need: unfiltered, authentic images that showcase his potential across fashion, lifestyle, and commercial work.

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Michael James Shaw – Character & Screen Test Portrait Session
Los Angeles, Portraiture, Actors Headshots, Celebrity, Featured Sitting, Los Angeles Portraits
Michael James Shaw – Character & Screen Test Portrait Session
Los Angeles, Portraiture, Actors Headshots, Celebrity, Featured Sitting, Los Angeles Portraits
Los Angeles, Portraiture, Actors Headshots, Celebrity, Featured Sitting, Los Angeles Portraits
Capturing Character: Stephen Blackehart Sits for Headshots at Rory Lewis' Los Angeles Studio
Actors Headshots, Los Angeles
Capturing Character: Stephen Blackehart Sits for Headshots at Rory Lewis' Los Angeles Studio
Actors Headshots, Los Angeles

Stephen Blackehart—character actor, producer, and creative force behind countless cult and blockbuster hits—recently stepped into Rory Lewis’ Downtown Los Angeles studio for a headshot session that was anything but ordinary. Known for his unforgettable roles in Tromeo and Juliet, The Belko Experiment, and the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise and most recently Superman. Blackehart brought decades of cinematic presence to the studio—offering the kind of depth, grit, and charm that only a seasoned actor can deliver.

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Discovering London’s Essence: Rory Lewis Returns October 2025
Actors Headshots, London, Portraiture, Photography Workshops, Dates
Discovering London’s Essence: Rory Lewis Returns October 2025
Actors Headshots, London, Portraiture, Photography Workshops, Dates

Rory Lewis, a celebrated portrait and headshot photographer with studios in Los Angeles, New York, and London, is returning to the capital this October 2025 for a limited series of portrait and headshot sessions. This will be Rory’s final visit to the UK in 2025, offering a last chance for clients to work with one of the world’s most sought-after portraitists.

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Rufus Sewell Cast as TIME in The Sandman Season 2 – A Testament to Career-Elevating Headshots by Rory Lewis
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Rufus Sewell Cast as TIME in The Sandman Season 2 – A Testament to Career-Elevating Headshots by Rory Lewis
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British actor Rufus Sewell has joined the star-studded cast of The Sandman Season 2, portraying the formidable and emotionally distant character Time—a cosmic force older than the universe itself. Sewell’s role adds profound philosophical weight to the series, exploring Dream’s fate through the lens of eternal responsibility, emotional wounds, and the burdens of generational memory.

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📸 New York Special: 30-Minute Headshot Sessions with Rory Lewis – August 13th & 14th, 2025
Actors Headshots, 30 Minute Session, New York
📸 New York Special: 30-Minute Headshot Sessions with Rory Lewis – August 13th & 14th, 2025
Actors Headshots, 30 Minute Session, New York

Are you ready to upgrade your professional image just in time for pilot season or a major career move? Award-winning celebrity portrait photographer Rory Lewis is returning to New York City for two exclusive days only — Wednesday, August 13th, and Thursday, August 14th, 2025 — to offer special 30-minute headshot sessions tailored for actors, corporate professionals, and anyone in need of a polished, powerful portrait.

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Capturing Andy Gates – A Timeless Portrait of a Remarkable Talent
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Capturing Andy Gates – A Timeless Portrait of a Remarkable Talent
Actors Headshots, Los Angeles, New York

My aim during every portrait session is to highlight the essence of the individual—to go beyond surface and reveal personality, narrative, and presence. With Andy, the process was fluid and intuitive. His ability to shift effortlessly between expressions, his understanding of lighting and movement, and his comfort in front of the camera made the experience electric.

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