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The Digital Handshake: Introducing Jake Read’s New 2026 Headshots

March 21, 2026 in Actors Headshots, Los Angeles

In the high-stakes world of Los Angeles pilot season, your headshot isn’t just a photo—it’s your digital handshake. It’s the first thing a casting director sees before they even hear your name. This week, we’re thrilled to showcase a fresh face making waves: Jake Read.

Captured by the renowned British portraitist Rory Lewis at his Downtown LA studio, these shots are a masterclass in cinematic branding. Moving away from the "over-retouched" look of years past, these images focus on what really matters in 2026: authenticity and range.

Oli Lee Andersson: Actor and Model Portrait

June 19, 2024 in Actors Headshots, Los Angeles

Last week, at my Downtown Los Angeles studio, I had the privilege of photographing Oli Lee Andersson, an artist, filmmaker, writer, and educator whose creative work bridges the realms of identity, community, and belonging. The session was both moving and illuminating—a reminder of how portraiture can serve as a vessel for storytelling and self-expression.