Individual headshot shoots

Ideal for actors, performers,  individuals,  LinkedIn profile portraits, social media profile portraits, and business professionals.

Headshot Laboratory by Sam Oster is based at Cog Creative Space in Norwood, Adelaide. The studio specialises in quality headshots for professionals and is endorsed by many of Adelaide’s leading agencies. Sam works with a range of hair & makeup artists, and an assistant when necessary, and together they make up a highly professional team. We aim to craft effective headshots that allow subjects to exude character, charm, confidence and approachability.

Studio headshot packages

Level 1 headshot package - $375+gst

This is the basic headshot package and is perfect for actors & professionals wanting an elegant and sophisticated variety of versatile looks to select from. This package includes:

  • headshot shoot
  • 2 backgrounds (white & grey)
  • 1 look (hair) with multiple changes in tops (at least 5/6)
  • secure web gallery for selections
  • includes 2 images retouched & delivered via Dropbox (hi-res / web) – extras available for $40 + gst

Expect the session to take around 1 hour.

Level 2 headshot package - $425+gst

This headshot package adds a third creative backdrop to the package. We have a variety of wonderful & interesting backdrops at the studio, from our blue doors to a range of European hand-painted backdrops.

This package includes:

  • headshot shoot
  • 3 backgrounds (white, grey & creative)
  • 1 look (hair) with multiple changes in tops (at least 5/6)
  • secure web gallery for selections
  • includes 2 images retouched & delivered via Dropbox (hi-res / web) – extras available for $40 + gst

Expect the session to take around 1.5 hours.

Level 3 headshot package - $475+gst

This option adds a full length OR a mid-length option to your shoot. This is perfect for an extra editorial-style shot for your website, or for actors or models needing a fresh shot for their agency. This package includes:

  • headshot shoot
  • 3 backgrounds (white, grey or creative)
  • 1 look (hair) with multiple changes in tops (at least 5/6)
  • additional full length OR mid-length shot to select from
  • secure web gallery for selections
  • includes 2 images retouched & delivered via Dropbox (hi-res / web) – extras available for $40 + gst

Expect the session to take around 2 hours.

Level 4 headshot package - $525+gst

This option adds a full length AND a mid-length shot to your shoot. This is perfect if you are needing a bit more variety for a new website, for social media, for agencies or portfolios. There are infinite possibilities for how we could approach this and have some fun with some extra shots. This package includes:

  • headshot shoot
  • 3 backgrounds
  • 1 look (hair) with multiple changes in tops (at least 5/6)
  • additional full length AND mid-length shot to select from
  • secure web gallery for selections
  • includes 2 images retouched & delivered via Dropbox (hi-res / web) – extras available for $40 + gst

Expect the session to take around 3 hours.

Cinematic location headshot packages

Level 1 cinematic headshot package - $475+gst

Cinematic Headshots are taken on location, using studio lighting. These shoots are a lot of fun and can provide a more interesting and charismatic headshot. Locations can vary and we can set up at your workplace or at a location that is practical for you.  We do have some good locations within 5 minutes of the studio, and these shoots can be blended with a studio shoot if you would like to consider both styles. This package includes:

  • 1 hour location within metro Adelaide
  • 1-2 look (hair) with multiple changes in tops (at least 5/6)
  • secure web gallery for selections
  • includes 2 images retouched & delivered via Dropbox (hi-res / web) – extras available for $40 + gst

Expect the session to take around 2 hours.

Level 2 sinematic headshot package - $625+gst

This option adds an extra level 1 headshot package to your cinematic headshot package   This will add diversity to the images available to select from. We will set this up in a separate studio, which allows us to work with a different style of lighting – this makes it look like your images are from different shoots (rather than the same session). This package includes:

  • level 1 headshot package PLUS
  • 1 hour location shoot within metro Adelaide
  • 1 look (hair) with multiple changes in tops (at least 5/6)
  • secure web gallery for selections
  • includes 4 images retouched & delivered via Dropbox (hi-res / web) – extras available for $40 + gst

Expect the session to take around 3.5 hours.

Hair and Makeup

You are most welcome to do your own hair & makeup (should you even need it), and come to the shoot ready to roll. Remember that most headshots only need a very natural and effortless vibe, so most people should be totally fine with this. However, if you are anything like me, these things don’t come naturally and some professional help could be useful!

The benefits of having someone pamper your look is that you can trust someone else to finesse your hair and makeup and work with you to help bring out your best qualities. We often find that hair is the element that needs the most wrangling, and it can be helpful to have someone to finesse hair or tweak your look subtly during the shoot.

We can book a hair & makeup artist to arrive 1 hour before your scheduled shoot. We have a makeup and change room on-site, so you can relax with a cuppa and get pampered before your shoot. Your options include:

Natural/ classic look - $150+gst

Total 1.5 hours including 1/2 hr shoot styling.

PLUS a classic styled/evening look - $200+gst

Total 2.5 hours including shoot styling.

PLUS a glamour look - $290+gst

1/2 day) including shoot styling.