Gerard Lalo Sandoval

A great headshot should do two things: 1️⃣ Showcase your personality and casting range. 2️⃣ Accurately represent how you look on your best, most authentic day.

Ever wondered how some photographers make static scenes feel so dynamic? Here are a few techniques I’ve found that transform still shots into something that pulses with energy. I’m still perfecting these myself—it’s always a work in practice.

As a fashion and portrait photographer, I’ve had plenty of days when self-doubt creeps in, making me question if I'm truly cut out for this.