# @adorama on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=tHLGOj_AuGI
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/67694618-adorama-youtube
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/151c45727f.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-06-11T14:00:31.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Adorama (@adorama) — https://gondola.cc/adorama

## Caption

Most actors don't need dozens of character headshots. They need the right ones.

In this episode of Adorama TV, Gary Hughes works with a real actor to create three specific character looks requested by her agent: a professional office worker, a procedural television character, and a supportive best-friend type.

Along the way, you'll see how subtle changes in wardrobe, expression, posing, and lighting can help create believable character-driven images without relying on costumes, stereotypes, or random character concepts.

Rather than building a portfolio full of disconnected looks, this approach focuses on creating targeted images that support an actor's goals and help casting directors envision them in specific roles.

In this video:
• What actor character headshots are
• Why agents and coaches often guide character development
• Professional character headshots
• Procedural television character headshots
• Best friend character headshots
• Directing actors for specific roles
• Wardrobe and styling choices
• Creating believable character-driven portraits

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✘ GEAR USED:

Fuji XH2 Mirrorless Camera
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Fujifilm 50-140mm 2.8 
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Tether Tools AeroTrac Workstation Kit
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Tether Tools Optima 10G Cable
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Manfrotto Xtra Carbon Fiber Tripod
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Manfrotto Grip Action Ball Head
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Westcott Eyelighter 3
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Glow EZ Lock 12x56" Quick Strip Softbox
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Glow ParaSnap 44" Octa
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Flashpoint Turtle Base C-Stand Cross Arm Boom Kit
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Kupo 5/8 Offset Arm
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Flashpoint XPLOR Pro II TTL Pocket Round Flash Head Kit
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Flashpoint EVOLV 200 Pro II
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Flashpoint XPLOR 600 Pro II
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More of Gary Hughes
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## Stats

- **Views:** 11,076
- **Likes:** 179
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## Tags

portraitphotography, headshotphotography, adorama

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