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What Does it Take to Get a Great Headshot?
In this video, Peter explains his philosophy for getting a headshot that stands out and how to prepare for your headshot session.

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    Acting is such a mental game and without a doubt this is the program that will not only even the playing field for you, but allow you to swing for the fences. Don't hesitate to to sign up for an Acting Success Now free seminar.
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  • Anthony Abeson
    During my brief stint as an actor in the late 90's I had the honor of being coached by Anthony Abeson. Anthony created a passion for acting within myself that I hadn't felt before and that passion has bled into my work photographing actors to this day.
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  • Colorworks
    NYC Headshot Reproduction and Retouching We can color correct, remove blemishes, fix makeup and hair, and add those subtle finishing touches to your photograph providing you with the best quality image possible.
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  • Scene Interactive
    Scene Interactive provides a suite of multimedia tools to streamline the casting process, including video monologues, demo reels, headshots, and digitized resumes for the aspiring actor
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  • The Acting Studio at Edgemar, FKA the Larry Moss Studio
    The Larry Moss Studio is a Los Angeles - world-renowned studio led by respected teachers Larry Moss and Michelle Danner. The school offers a wide array of classes and workshops geared for actors of all ages and levels.
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  • Behind the Scenes

    • The Art Behind The Headshot
    • I’m totally fired up! Just received the NEW FEISOL Elite Tripod CT-3472LV Rapid with Leveling Center Column
    • Photographers in Action: Behind the scenes of THE HEADSHOT INTENSIVE
    • Peter’s shot of Annabella Sciorra taken for her Broadway debut in THE MOTHERF**KER WITH THE HAT opening April 11th!
    • A Manhattan evening at twilight with Chaske Spencer and Peter Hurley
    • Fstoppers Original Video: Peter Hurley exposes the perfect headshot
    • Halle Morse in action!
    • How it gets done!
  • In The News

    • Peter spends a day with Dayana Mendoza
    • Reserved for Rondee gets a kickstart & I get the call to shoot this group portrait for them!
    • Peter Hurley speaking at the first Google+ Photographer Conference!
    • NY TIMES exposes Peter’s 6 Tips for Better Portraits
    • Can my failed reality show attempt help my buddy build his foundation? I sure hope so.
    • Peter photographs Mikhail Baryshnikov and Michel Kouakou for The Vilcek Foundation
    • The Art Behind The Headshot
    • THE BASIC HEADSHOT at B&H Photo
    • Peter presents THE BASIC HEADSHOT lecture at B&H Photo
    • Chris Matthews stops by Peter’s NY studio on 8.11.11
    • Photographers in Action: Behind the scenes of THE HEADSHOT INTENSIVE
    • 11/12-11/13 THE HEADSHOT INTENSIVE: The art behind the headshot
    • Peter’s shot of Annabella Sciorra taken for her Broadway debut in THE MOTHERF**KER WITH THE HAT opening April 11th!
    • Congratulations to Audrey Marrs for her 2011 Oscar win for Best Documentary!
    • The Top 10 Ways To Make Your Thumbnail Headshots Stand Out
  • Recent Work

    • Peter spends a day with Dayana Mendoza
    • Reserved for Rondee gets a kickstart & I get the call to shoot this group portrait for them!
    • NY TIMES exposes Peter’s 6 Tips for Better Portraits
    • Peter photographs Mikhail Baryshnikov and Michel Kouakou for The Vilcek Foundation
    • The Art Behind The Headshot
    • THE BASIC HEADSHOT at B&H Photo
    • Chris Matthews stops by Peter’s NY studio on 8.11.11
    • Photographers in Action: Behind the scenes of THE HEADSHOT INTENSIVE
    • Peter’s shot of Annabella Sciorra taken for her Broadway debut in THE MOTHERF**KER WITH THE HAT opening April 11th!
    • Congratulations to Audrey Marrs for her 2011 Oscar win for Best Documentary!
    • LOST Exhibition in NY featuring Peter’s work shot in Hawaii and Los Angeles
    • Vince Flynn “Pursuit of Honor”
    • Joseph Kanon’s “Stardust”
    • Dr. Ellen Marmur “Simple Skin Beauty”
    • US Weekly: New Years 2009 with the Clinton’s
  • Helpful Links

    • Actor's Resources
      Resources for actors and models. Find everything from acting coahes to headshot reproduction services.
    • Peter's Friends
      Here you will find links to some friends of mine in the photography and showbuisness industry
    • Reviews & Testimonials
      Read about people experience with Peter Hurley Studios or write your own review.
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