Lionfly Headshots

Of the hundreds of head hosts I’ve done, this place is easy, simple, natural and cuts they the crap of this business of taking pictures! I fully recommend this amazing photographer!

I had a wonderful experience having my headshots taken with Lionfly. The photographer was professional and courteous and did a fantastic job. My photos look amazing!

Nick is both a pro, and an artist.
He not only makes you look your best, he makes you look good! He told me, «My goal is to help you get work.» That’s exactly what a headshot photographer should do.
Nick not only takes technically perfect photos, the creates images that capture who you are and how you want to be presented to the entertainment industry and world.
Everybody’s got a digital camera these days. But few photographers know what makes a good headshot and how to light it so there’s a spark in your eyes that makes the picture come alive.
Because Nick’s also a director (and grew up in the biz), and has done casting himself, he knows what casting directors are looking for — and he knows how to deliver it.
His studio is inside the Hollywood Production Center in Glendale. Inside the simple space, he has four very strong light boxes he can arrange to give you both bright light for those happy smiling commercial shots, and moody light for the dramatic ones.
Nick asks you what kind of music you light and then plays it — and that really does help you relax and find the mood you want to convey.
Once in front of the bright lights, Nick skillfully, and gently, directs you. He knows the best angles and helps you find them, comfortably. His direction style is impressive – and gets great results!
I’ve worked with a lot of photographers, and Nick’s ability to direct you into good shots is the best I’ve experienced.
The shoot was quick (less than an hour), but resulted in over 300 shots. His rapid-​fire shooting also helps get *exactly* the right shot, which otherwise could be lost.
You get an email with a link to the images the same day. These aren’t just low-​res proofs, they’re the full-​size images, so you can zoom in and see every detail. You can also download as many as you’d like (unlike some other lensmen who only give you high res copies of the few you are allowed to choose).
Once you select three, Nick sends them to his retoucher who cleans you up without changing you. That’s what casting directors want. If they see an image that looks retouched, they won’t touch you.
A headshot is to an actor what a spacesuit is to an astronaut. We’d both die without them. But in the case of an actor, we wouldn’t even get into the rocket without a good headshot.
Nick impressed me with his attitude – and his results, as someone who can help me get to the moon!

Extremely happy with all of my headshots. Nick is pretty easy going, professional, and quick with your sessions (I didn’t have many changes, no hair since I’m bald, and no make-​up so I’m speaking relatively).
I will say though it was difficult getting a phone call back to book an appointment but it seems Nick handles that himself with no other help. Because of that, I recommend going in person to scheduled a shoot day. Much easier plus you’ll have a good idea of where to go anyway.
I would definitely recommend Lionfly to anyone. I was referred to them from another actor because of the quality of his shots and the great price.

If you’re looking for AMAZING headshots, this is the place to go. I’ve had two sessions with Nick, 6 months apart, and both times were not only a great experience, but also produced some killer looks. Honestly, I didn’t need a second set, I only took them because I wanted to get shots with facial hair.
First off, Nick makes you feel totally comfortable and at ease, which of course shows on camera. Like most, I want to make sure my headshot tells a story, and displays the types of roles that are the perfect casting for me. If I’m feeling self-​conscious or uneasy that becomes nearly impossible to achieve. Nick made me feel like a BOSS, and the pictures truly displayed that sense of confidence.
As for time, I was in and out in a flash. Not that Nick rushed me or anything, rather, he was able to get those perfect shots quickly. Maybe it had to do with how comfortable I felt during the whole process, or he’s just the man, either way, it’s not a day long ordeal. If you can get a fabulous headshot in a short amount of time, why not?
I’ve received many compliments on my headshots from casting directors and fellow actors. I thus recommended Lionfly to two other friends, both who’ve had stellar results. They’ve also recommended getting headshots done there to others.

I can’t understand some of these bad reviews. I loved my experience! Nick made me feel super comfortable and was absolutely pleasant to talk to. My headshots are awesome!!! I received all of my photos on the same day as the shoot, and my 3 retouches about a week later. I would recommend Lionfly Headshots to anyone!
Nick helped to bring out my inner light =)

I absolutely love Nick and Lionfly Headshots! Very professional and love the finished product. He does amazing work at such an affordable price. I am always getting compliments and work off of the headshots. He was very quick with my photos. I loved he played my favorite music artist too during the shoot. This is the second time I have used Lionfly for my headshots and I absolutely love their work. I needed them quick for a pageant I was doing and Lionfly got my headshots back to me in a few days touched up and ready to go. Amazing! Highly recommended photographer. He has a great eye!