Types of Headshots: The Difference Between 3/4, 1/2, 1/4, and Full-Body Portraits
What is a three-quarter headshot?
What is a half-body headshot?
What is a one-quarter headshot?
What is a full-body shot?
Which headshot should I use?
When choosing headshot styles, consider the following:
What job or role are you applying for? For instance, if you’re an actor and want to audition for a comedy role, a dramatic-looking headshot might not be the right choice.
Is it worth submitting multiple headshots to showcase your range?
Always check with the company for guidelines before you submit your headshots. Are there particular styling rules you need to follow? Do they request a specific type of headshot? Do they ask for a particular stance or pose?
When in doubt, submit your most commercial-looking headshot that shows your personality but is overall clean and simple.
Remember that if you’re a model, your headshots should showcase your posing skills. Similarly, if you’re an actor, your headshots should showcase your personality and versatility.