Men usually try to stay away from make-up because they are nervous. They think all that make-up will show and not look natural. Because of these common concerns and viewpoints a lot of people out there don't spring for a make-up artist.

This is a big mistake!

Make-up artists are a very wise investment and worth every penny of their fee. The truth is that cameras pick up everything. If your blush is uneven, if your eye shadow has a sharp line, most people do not have the eye to notice this, the CAMERA sees this.

Modern Digital Cameras pick up everything. Digital is not as forgiving as film, and special care must be taken to insure the best possible results!

A makeup artist sees this. Some of you (very damned few) with flawless skin can get away without a make-up artist, but ANY discoloration in your skin will need to be retouched in all of your photos. Any shine will need retouching. If your lips drain out of color, that will be "painted" in digitally.

This isn't covered by simple retouching. This involves extra time and work on the part of the photographer, and extra fees.

Naturally, men don't want to look like they are wearing make-up and women don't want to be overly made-up for their casting. But no make-up always means you will need Photoshop retouching. Retouching can add up to a good deal more money than you might think or budget for.

I keep a current list of make-up artists who do a good job smoothing you out for a camera. They make men look like men without make-up who won't need touch ups. They make women look lovely or sexy or cute or whatever is called for with your casting without over or under doing it.

Most rates for qualified make-up artists fall into the $100 to $175 range, but many charge as high as $450.00. Because a camera will pick up everything, make-up is a very wise investment. There is a reason why make-up is used on every set!

So, don't skimp on your headshots by cutting out the make-up artist.