Diana is Guildford's leading headshot photographer and is both listed and recommended by 'The Stage' magazine, various agencies such as Williamson & Holmes, AKT Management & Chris Davis Management and is also resident headshot photographer for Performance Preparation Academy, Stagecoach Epsom, Agency 4 Kidz, Platform YP and Stagecoach Farnborough. Diana is also available for personal branding shoots at your work, home or outdoors and this can be booked under either package. Diana also holds an Enhanced DBS for working with children, is first aid certified and insured. Headshot sessions can take place either outdoors in Guildford or in the studio in Hartley Wintney, Hampshire. Headshots are also shot using natural light in the studio. Please specify your preferred location when enquiring and feel free to scroll down for rates and FAQ's.
Express Headshots |
The Mini |
The Portfolio |
85 |
125 / 110* |
210 / 180* |
Headshots. |
Headshots or Personal Branding. *Students, 1st year Grads & Under 18s. |
Headshots, Body Shots or Personal Branding. *Students, 1st year Grads & Under 18s. |
30 Minutes. |
1.5 hours including a pre-session chat to get to know you. |
Up to 3 hours including a pre-session chat to get to know you. |
100-200 Images Taken. |
250-500 Images taken. |
500-800 Images taken. |
Outdoors on selected dates or anytime in studio. |
Outdoors or in studio. |
Various outdoor locations or in studio. |
2 clothing changes. |
4 clothing changes. |
Unlimited clothing changes. |
1 retouched image in both colour and black and white delivered within 48 hours of image selection. |
3 retouched images in both colour and black and white. |
6 retouched images in both colour and black and white. |
Private online gallery of all images taken. |
Private online gallery of all images taken. |
Private online gallery of all images taken. |
Unused image RAWS kept for 3 years. |
Unused image RAWS kept for 3 years. |
Unused image RAWS kept for 3 years. |
Perfect for those who are comfortable in front of the camera and corporate clients who need a quick headshot for work. |
The most popular session length for both actors and corporate clients. |
Includes travel for home/work personal branding shoots within 10 miles of Guildford & Hartley Wintney. |
GROUPS / CORPORATE
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Headshot FAQ's & T&C's
How much are Extra re-touches?
Additional images can be purchased for £15 each. Discounts are available for larger orders.
Do you offer a loyalty discount?
Return clients will receive £10 off any package.
Do you offer student and under 18's discount?
The concession rate applies to under 18s, students in training with a Valid ID card and professionals within their first year of graduating. All 2019 and 2020 graduates are welcome to a years extension on this as 2020 doesn't really count. :) Just let me know when booking.
Where will we shoot?
There are two headshot locations to choose from. The first is outdoors in Guildford, Surrey which is only a 30 minute fast train from London Waterloo. The location itself is only a 5 minute walk from the station. Here we can work with lot's of different natural backgrounds and lighting styles. I also have a brand new studio space in Hartley Wintney, Hampshire which is a 1 hour direct train journey from London Waterloo or a 30 minute car journey from Guildford. The studio is a 20 minute walk from 'Winchfield' train station. Hartley Wintney is a small country village in North Hampshire which borders Berkshire and Surrey so it's very easy to get to by car anywhere south of London. General portraits and personal branding sessions can be shot anywhere on location however headshots require strict lighting conditions and so are limited to my outdoor location in Guildford or at my studio in Hartley Wintney. Please let me know your preferred location when contacting me so I can get back to you with available dates at your selected location.
What should I wear?
Bring a range of different tops with varying neck lines that you think are suitable for you and your casting type. If you're not sure of your casting type think about five adjectives that would describe you as a person and use those to select character types that you could portray. You can also ask friends and teachers what they think your casting type is. You will also need a shot that shows your own personality so have a good think about the range of clothing you'd like to wear to keep your headshots varied. Wearing 5 tops of the same style in different colours isn't varied so you'll need to change it up between styles. Eg. Strappy tops, long sleeve, V necks, scoop necks, off the shoulder, shirts, jumpers, cardigans, jackets etc. There's nothing wrong with bringing duplicate styles in different colours, just make sure you have a good range to choose from overall. You can also bring a selection of black/grey/denim but also try experimenting with colours to bring out your eyes and compliment the colour of your hair. White tops can be quite overpowering on camera and can wash you out if you have pale skin but don't rule it out completely if there's a top that you love! Cream is always a good alternative to white or try pairing a white top with a jacket. Bring everything and we can decide. Think about different jackets (leather/denim etc) that can look quite good as well and definitely have something that shows off your collarbones. Ladies - be sure to wear a strapless tan bra if you have one to make changes simple and to avoid any unwanted lines. If you don't own one have a think about another bra/under top that will hide well with your looks. We can go through the different choices when you arrive to your session and I can help choose the best looks for you. We can usually fit in around 5-7 top changes in a three hour session and 3-4 in a 90 min session. Also, don't forget to iron/steam out any creases! :) If you need some ideas you can always take a look at what past clients have worn in my portfolio. If your wardrobe is looking a little tired or unvaried you can always go shopping a few days before your session, leave the tags in, wear them and return the items after. ;) (Please check the returns policy before doing this! I have done this many times for my own headshots.)
What should i do about hair & make-up?
Keep make-up as minimal as possible. Try to avoid lipstick and thick liquid eye-liner as it can make your eyes appear smaller. If you have any spots just cover them up with concealer and I will edit them out after. Try to avoid caking on foundation. It's best to turn up with a little make-up on first that you can add to. I would advise against liquid foundation/highlighter unless you are an absolute pro at applying it and that's the look you're going for. What I use personally is a powdered foundation such as The Body Shop 'Face Base.' This can be applied on thick with a damp sponge or it can be used to brush over the face for a light natural dusting (my favourite.) Have a play a few days before your session so you can perfect the look you want so it looks most like you. I can advise whether you need more mascara, etc. Bring all of your daily make-up with you so you can do this. Guys can do this too if they wish! Keep eyebrows well groomed. If you have one, an eyebrow brush is an amazing tool to use and bring with you. After washing your face in the morning let your eyebrows dry in the shape you desire and this will help them keep in place for the day. I can photo shop any strays so don't worry about applying gel or hairspray to your eyebrows. As for hair, again you want to go natural but keep it similar to how you would wear it to an audition and bring grips and hair bands so you can change up the style too. Don't forget to bring a hair brush and any products you might need. Guys are welcome to shave mid session in the bathrooms at the local pub or public toilets.
How should i prepare in the time running up to the shoot?
For the week running up to the shoot make sure you are getting the right amount of sleep and don't drink heavily! Especially don't turn up hungover. You won't be pleased with how you look on camera. It has happened. Stay hydrated all week if possible! Keep eyebrows well groomed and don't try any new face treatments that your skin isn't used to too close to the day. Avoid fake tan and if you are getting a hair cut, have it done the week before rather than the week of the shoot so it has time to settle. If you have any facial piercings please take them out for your session unless you would prefer to keep them in. Keep your face moisturised running up to the shoot and use a clear lip balm every day and on the day to avoid dry lips. Bring your lip balm with you! :)
What is your availability like?
As a performer myself I am only slightly limited in the week for bookings depending on auditions or jobs. I am available for sessions on weekends too so just contact me to find out when we can book a session together. Weekends are usually booked up to 2 months in advance so do get in touch to secure a weekend date that is suitable for you.
What if i am running early or late?
Depending on your time slot I may be with another client or have another client after you so please aim to be on time. If you are late this will eat into your session time. If you are early you are welcome to find a nearby cafe or pub to wait in (if open). Just drop me a text to let me know you have arrived: 07767 753473.
What happens if it rains?
The Guildford headshot location is set outdoors but it is sheltered from the rain. It might get breezy at times so bring a bottle of hairspray and a hair brush or comb just in case. If heavy rain and wind is forecast then we may have to reschedule. Weather isn't an issue at the indoor studio.
How will payment work?
- A non refundable deposit of £30.00 is required at the time of booking to secure the session and the balance will be due on the day.
- If you decide to re-schedule your booking for another date or time, your deposit will be held and transferred to the new date. (Up to 1 weeks notice required or the deposit will be lost and must be paid again. Late cancellation fee waivered during Coronavirus Pandemic.)
- If I decide to cancel your session for any reason then your deposit will be returned in full.
What does the session fee cover?
The fee covers your physical photo shoot and the number of included digital edited images stated in the package you have chosen. Additional edited images can be purchased for £15 each. Discounts are available for larger orders.
What happens after the session?
Within 24 hours of the session and receipt of the balance, I will eliminate any shots of closed eyes and upload all of the good proofs to an online gallery which is password protected. There you will be able to view all of the unedited images. The images are numbered and you can email me back with your image choices or send me your final list via the gallery. Image RAWS will be kept for 3 years and your gallery proofs will stay live for 3 months after your final images have been delivered. This can be uploaded again if you need to purchase any more. You will receive a notification before the RAW files are deleted in case you wish to purchase any remaining images. Your images may also be used on my website or social media pages as advertising to help spread the word. Please let me know if you'd prefer your images to be kept between us. Once you have your images you are free to use them for your own purposes. I am on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter so you are welcome to tag me in your uploads as credit is very much appreciated. Please contact me for guidance and terms if a magazine or newspaper approaches you to use the images.
What is your turnaround time?
It can usually take up to 10 working days to get your edited images back to you. If you need them urgently there is an optional priority edit fee of £15 per image to speed up turnaround time to 48 hours. If you have booked the 'Express Headshots' package the included image will be edited within 48 hours of selection, as well as a second image if purchased. Additional purchased images will take the usual turnaround time of up to 10 working days.
How much editing do you do?
I take a lot of care in the editing process from the perfect crop right to the tiniest blemish on your skin. Spots will be removed along with stray hairs, dry patches of skin, and much more. If there is anything extra you'd like me to do just let me know and I can do it, (unless of course it's changing the colour of your eyes or something like that - keep it natural haha!)
Can i edit my own headshots?
As I pride myself on my branding and know exactly how a headshot should look then I do not allow any further editing on headshots once delivered to the client. This includes Instagram filters... ;) I would also recommend to refrain from sharing any unedited headshots in a professional context until you have received your final re-touched images.
How are you keeping covid-19 safe?
- If you, someone you have been in contact with or someone in your household is feeling unwell with Covid-19 symptoms or otherwise please let me know so we can reschedule. You will not lose your deposit for a last minute reschedule, even if it is on the morning of.
- Social distancing must be maintained throughout. As much as I would love to give you a hug when we meet we must keep sessions as contact free as possible. Please be considerate to passing members of the public if shooting outside.
- There might be moments when I have to get as close as 1 metre from you when shooting but I will be wearing a face mask to protect you at all times.
- Equipment will be sanitised before and after the session. Once I have sanitised the headshot stool for you, I may ask for your help in adjusting the placement as to not cross contaminate between both of us moving it throughout the session. The studio will be deep cleaned between clients.
- Bring everything that you might need; make-up, hairspray, hair brush etc as I will not be able to offer any assistance in order to maintain social distancing.
- Social distancing must be maintained throughout. As much as I would love to give you a hug when we meet we must keep sessions as contact free as possible. Please be considerate to passing members of the public if shooting outside.
- There might be moments when I have to get as close as 1 metre from you when shooting but I will be wearing a face mask to protect you at all times.
- Equipment will be sanitised before and after the session. Once I have sanitised the headshot stool for you, I may ask for your help in adjusting the placement as to not cross contaminate between both of us moving it throughout the session. The studio will be deep cleaned between clients.
- Bring everything that you might need; make-up, hairspray, hair brush etc as I will not be able to offer any assistance in order to maintain social distancing.
Do you offer gift vouchers?
I do yes! I have professionally printed gift vouchers readily available. You can either purchase a full session, value towards a session or even a headshot re-touch gift card for £15 if you know someone that had a shoot recently and would like to gift something small. Gift vouchers are valid for 2 years. I can either post it to you or drop the voucher off locally.
THIS ALL SOUNDS GREAT! HOW DO I BOOK?
Head over to my contact page to send me a message or you can email me directly at diana@dianafield.co.uk and I can get back to you with some available dates and time slots. Please let me know which location you'd like to book in for (outdoors or in my studio) and which package you are interested in. I usually respond within 24 - 48 hours but if you think your email has got lost you can also give me a call on 07767 753473.
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