Headshots and classes in LA? Need recommendations.

Question

Hey,

Recently moved to LA to pursue acting (mostly interested in film). Can anyone recommend a good place to get headshots? There are so many options, it's kind of overwhelming. Also, if you've taken film acting classes in LA, is there anyplace you recommend? I'm not a total novice, I've had a year of acting training and I've done the audition circuit and student films in SF, but I don't know where to start in LA. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated!

Details: I don't have loads of cash for classes and headshots, but I do want to get good quality photos - just maybe not way over $500 for the initial headshot package. If you know someone stellar, I might be willing to pay more. Same goes for classes - I'm not looking for Jessica Alba's coach, but not beginning acting 101 either. Interested in scene study, improv, audition coaching, etc. I am located in East LA (Silverlake), with easy access to anywhere near Hollywood/Beverly Hills, and don't mind driving for the good stuff.

Answer 1

I can't recommend a photographer but I can recommend an acting school.  Try www.theactorsspot.com

This school is run by Patrick Malone who is also an actor and his wife is also in the business in some capacity (an agent maybe?).  My daughter would be there in a skinny minute if we could afford it but we're on the east coast.

Good luck.

Answer 2

My only request is to ask agent or manager they probably have some great suggestions

Answer 3

Great headshots, and super close to you:

melroseplacephoto .com

good luck!