John Adrian Photography

Working with John Adrian for my kids’ head shots was a great experience from start to finish. He is a true professional. John is very personable and easy to work with. My kids were 7 and 11 years old, and head shots are not their favorite thing to do. John made them feel very comfortable from the beginning. The kids were able to relax and have fun, and John was able to get shots that look like them! He truly captured their personality and their agent loved the pictures. In fact, there were so many great shots that it was hard to narrow it down. I would highly recommend John Adrian Photography.

I have been meaning to write this review for awhile now because businesses like this deserve for the world to know about their practices. I first landed at John’s for an audition taping. He was nothing short of wonderful. He was able to take me pretty last minute and his prices are exceptionally reasonable. Another huge plus was that he understands acting from both in front of the camera and behind it. «What an excellent experience» is what I left saying!
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I needed head shots and so I took a chance off seeing some of his business cards that he could give me the look I need. Let me say, John has an amazing eye for detail, and my pictures came out wonderful. Seriously, I can’t even choose because there are so many perfect shots to choose from. I never felt rushed and he worked with me for hours on hours. I love that he puts no limits on changes, which takes a load off an actor with an agent like mine who has a million request for different looks.

I need a good headshot and wow did I go to the right place.
John was fantastic. He got the energy level up and got some great shots which was just what I needed.
John took a painfull process and made it fun.
I would advise people who are critical of how they photgrapgh to see John.

John is truly a gentleman — and one of the few people I have met that genuinely cares about his craft. He’s professional and absolutely fully involved. Front start to finish. You can tell he gives every ounce and spends overtime plotting, planning and perfecting. And it shows. I know I threw some last minute challenges and wishes his way, but he didn’t skip a beat. He listened to my requests and needs, for both family and headshot photography, and totally pulled through. And if you have a family or have worked with one you know the only certainty is some serious unpredictability! But it was all fun and fabulous. Cannot recommend him more — my headshot is outstanding. Had no clue I could look that amazing :)

I highly recommend John Adrian Photography if you are a Los Angeles based actor looking to increase the number auditions. I was happy with my headshots. The thumbnail view of my head shots really stand out which is extremely important because casting directors have to wade through a sea of tiny shots to find the best type for the role when they’re casting roles. If your headshot doesn’t translate well to a thumbnail view then you’re never going to get auditions. Mine definitely stand out. John is a born director. He knows what casting directors are looking for headshot-​wise. He directed me with simple words and phrases which gave me the impetus to quickly get into the character for each photo.
His rates are reasonable and the results are amazing. I just went out on a recurring Castle audition last week!

John was terrific. I’m a business consultant that values a good client experience and John delivered more than expected. He listened well on our initial phone consultation and made some practical suggestions that solidified my trust in him. He helped me plan my wardrobe for the shoot in advance and was on time and in a good mood the morning we met. He was well prepared and spent the entire session completely focused on how to create the best shots. He was cordial and direct and in the end created a variety of attractive pictures that I’m now using in my professional communications. I am impressed with John’s work and like him as a person. I would definitely recommend his services.

I’m a small business owner who was in desperate need of new professional pictures for my website and marketing materials. I had been putting it off because, well frankly, I hate having pictures taken. I always come off looking stiff and posed; not exactly the kind of image I want to present. A friend of mine referred me to John Adrian Photography, assuring me that I’d love my photos. Well, she was right! John is by far the best photographer I have worked with. He made me feel so comfortable that the real me was able to shine.

John was AMAZING to work with! Even though I hate getting my picture taken (wrong industry, right?), I have had two sessions with John and had so much fun. He was extremely knowledgeable about the industry and spent as much time as I needed to make sure I got shots I was happy with. I’ve had some photographers who made me feel like they were doing me a huge favor just for being there but John made me feel like he was there for me. What a difference!
My agent has been so happy with my headshots from both sessions. I asked him what else I needed and he said that he couldn’t think of any other shots I would need unless I changed my look. BOOM!
These headshots get me called in all the time and at the reasonable price, I will NEVER be pressured to go with one of the hoity-​toity photographers again.
Thanks, John!