As a working Director and filmmaker, Dave Tally knows what the Casting Directors are looking for in head shots; simplicity, confidence and approachability. You want get this with just lighting!
Our head shots are designed around one thing, getting you more auditions. As a working Director, Filmmaker and Photographer I know what the Casting Directors are looking for; confidence and approachability. They need to see YOU in your head shots and that is what we give them. You won't get that with just lighting! Working as a Director, my job is to pull the best performance form the talent. There is no difference whether I am behind a film camera or a still camera. I will direct and guide you toward intriguing headshots that will push your career in a new direction.
I shoot between 4 to 6 different unique looks per outfit during our photo session which are aimed at capturing the attention of industry professionals, Film Directors and Casting Directors. Because Directors live in the world of horizontal movie screens and television, For Actors, I shoot the vast majority of head shots in a horizontal format. For Print Models, since the world is vertical, I shoot the vast majority of head shots in a vertical format. If you work in both venues, let me know and I will change things up a bit and give you a veriety of different looks. If you were given a special request just let me know and I'd be happy to shoot it for you. We offer three sessions starting at 9am, 1pm and 4pm. Shooting session includes time in makeup, so don’t be late!
The photo shoot is all about you! Communicate with the camera, don’t worry about poses. Think as if you are in front of a casting director or even a director; this is your chance to say “I am perfect for the part!”
Meet The Team
- A failure is a person who thinks they don't need anyone else to
succeed -
D. Calyn
Dave Tally
Photographer / Filmmaker
When asked what I do, I say I am a story teller. I tell stories with a camera and lights.
As a working Director and filmmaker I understand what the Casting Directors are looking for in head shots; confidence and approachability. You want get these with lighting! Working as a Director, my job is to pull the best performance form the talent. There is no different whether I am behind a film camera or a still camera.
Aloma Tally
Production Manager / Makeup & Hair
Pictured here with Lilly our studio mascot. Her job, keep the studio clean during a food shoot.
Kyle Pittenger
Camera Assistant / Studio Manager
Prices
~ Your head shot is the first thing casting directors see and
you will be accepted or rejected based on the impression. ~
©dave tally, 2011
The headshot session is designed to create unique images that are worth more than “1000 Words.” Your head shots will communicate confidence and approachability. As a working Director and filmmaker I understand what the Casting Directors are looking for in head shots and I will direct and guide you toward intriguing headshots that will push your career in a new direction.
Headshot Special $75
Book before MAY 31, shoot anytime
Full payment required for a delayed session
Hair and Make up Fees are additional
Wednesday specials / Hair and Make up is only $50
- 4 hour studio time
- 4 to 6 outfit changes if time allows
- Free consultation
- Hair and Make up additional / Wednesday Special $50
- PLEASE NOTE: For Actors, I shoot the vast majority of head shots in a horizontal format. For Print Models, since the world is vertical, I shoot the vast majority of head shots in a vertical format. If you work in both venues, let me know and I will change things up a bit and give you a veriety of different looks.
- Up to 2 hours studio time
- Free consultation
- Hair and Make up additional / Wednesday Special $50
- Wednesday Special $50
- Makeup fees are paid directly to the makeup artist
- You can bring your own makeup artist if you like
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- Production Team
- 704-249-(FILM)/3456
- 1709 Cherry
Road,
Rock Hill,
South Carolina
29732
This special includes up to 1.5 hours of studio time and one outfit in my Rock Hill studio, make-up and hair is additional. All selected images will be uploaded to a mini-website. Session includes 1 retouched image and additional retouched images $45 each. You will usually have somewhere between 75-100 final shots as candidates to choose 7 to 10 images for your portfolio. From that group you can pick one for final image for re-touching. These images will be a standard internet resolution and suitable for web pages, Facebook post and e-mails. If prints are desired please let me know in advance and we will make the arrangements. We do not charge extra or add any additional markups for prints.
$ 325 Portfolio builder
I shoot between 4-6 different looks per outfit during a session. You will usually have somewhere between 75-100 final shots as candidates per outfit from which to choose. 4 retouched images will be included for your portfolio. Addition retouched images $45.
$ 150 Head Shot Session
I shoot between 4-6 different looks during a session. This is a fun session filled with laughter and smiles. We will usually have somewhere between 75-100 final shots as candidates from which you can choose 4 to 7 images to use in your portfolio. From that group you can pick one for final re-touching. Addition retouched images $45.
Hair and Makeup
Hair and makeup is additional to all packages. We can provide a makeup artist or you can bring your own. WE WILL NOT book a session without a hair and makeup artist so don’t ask. Hair and makeup is vital to a successful shoot.
Here's how it works!
My process is to edit the session with you as we
go. You and I will inspect each shot one by one and rate
them for selection later. In a full session I usually shoot
anywhere between 150 and 200 shots where you'll end up with
somewhere between 100-150 final shots to choose from.
What Our Clients Are Saying...
“Dave was amazing to work with. His professionalism and vast knowledge is not only impressive in itself but makes the model or subject feel completely confident in the results"- Morgan Monnig, Actor
Having known and worked with Dave Tally since mid-1980, I can certainly attest to his wealth of, and variety of, expertise in the visual arts. In fact, he was extraordinarily gracious upon my first visit to his Dallas studio, helping guide my career through it’s infancy and beyond. Dave has always seemed keenly aware of the delicate balance between striving for creative excellence and coming in at or under budget. I truly miss our photographic collaborations. I heartily recommend Dave Tally to any business in need of fine, artistic photography, still or motion.- Gary McCauley, Owner, Gary R McCauley Productions
Dave has so much experience capturing unique imagery through the lens of a camera, I never have to worry about results. He has delivered amazing work for as long as I’ve known him, and he continues to learn and try new ideas. He is innovative and creative, yet very customer oriented and friendly. You will want to call Dave Tally time after time for his consistently fine work, but also his cheerful personality. I highly recommend him to anyone.- Chris Humphreys, Producer, Overture Creative
Automat" is absolutely beautiful. You did an amazing job. The shots, the music, all played together very well and it is a poignant and visually gorgeous piece. Great direction and cinematography- H.K. Konen
Dave does excellent, highly professional lighting and camera work. His composition and formatting skills yield brilliant, nuanced works. He produces excellent cinematography and is a pleasure to work with because of his dedication to mission and excellence.- Michael ben Aaman, Public Relations, Aurtois
Dave Tally has a direct, creative and passionate eye for detail when he is capturing your shot. He makes his photos come to life with explosive expression and imagination. Great work Dave!- Dawn Whitley, owner - interior design, Dream Rooms