The Headshots Experience
Professional imagery for business professionals, actors, executives, and creatives.
LinkedIn headshots, actor portfolios, executive portraits, and collections of imagery for websites and social media.
Photographs that reflect your personality – not just your profession.
Make a great first impression
Whether you’re launching a business, entering the workforce, or auditioning for your next role, your headshot is often your first introduction. You've got mere seconds in today's fast paced digital realm to capture attention and leave a lasting impression.
Guided Every Step
Your session is guided from start to finish. We’ll work through expression, posture, angles, wardrobe, and background choices so you never have to wonder what to do in front of the camera.
“Rudy and his team were amazing. The quality and service was impeccable (I mean just look at my headshot attached... stunning) and would recommend them to anyone looking for new headshots/professional photos. Seriously worth it and will be going there again in the future to renew.”
— Kimmy J.
Session Options
Choose the experience that best fits your needs, your goals, and your vision.
Select
$199
Our go-to professional headshot session. Perfect for LinkedIn, business profiles, and personal branding.
Approximately ten minutes of guided photography
Up to 2 wardrobe looks
Professional studio lighting
Spotlight
$299
An expanded headshot session offering more looks and portrait variations.
Approximately a half hour of guided photography
Up to 5 wardrobe looks
Creative lighting and portrait variations
Every Headshots Experience includes:
Guided posing and expression coaching
Fully edited and retouched high-resolution images
Online gallery
If You’re Wondering…
Here are answers to some of the questions we’re asked most often.
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Your session is relaxed, guided, and designed to make you feel comfortable from the moment you arrive. We’ll work through expressions, posture, angles, wardrobe, and background choices together, so you never have to wonder what to do in front of the camera. Most clients tell us they were nervous beforehand, then surprised by how relaxed and enjoyable the experience was.
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You’re not alone. Most of our clients say exactly the same thing.
That’s why every session includes guided posing and expression coaching. You don’t need to know how to pose or where to look. We’ll guide you every step of the way to create photographs that feel natural, confident, and authentic.
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Choose clothing that reflects both your profession and your personality.
Solid colors generally photograph best, while busy patterns and large logos can be distracting. We recommend bringing a couple of options so we can choose what photographs best for your goals. If you’re unsure, we’re happy to help you choose before your session.
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Absolutely.
Our Select session includes up to two wardrobe looks, while the Spotlight session allows up to five. Multiple looks give you a more versatile collection of images for LinkedIn, your website, speaking engagements, marketing materials, and social media.
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Headshot sessions generally take place in our Port Jefferson studio. This allows us to control the lighting and backgrounds for a polished, consistent look.
If your brand or profession calls for an environmental look, we can discuss outdoor or on-location options.
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Yes — and frankly, it’s even more fun in person.
The marquee lights are real. The sets are real. No Photoshopped backgrounds here.
The music is on, and you’re welcome to connect your device, put on your own playlist, and turn it up.
The lighting changes throughout the session. We use practical effects to create photographs that feel cinematic and unique. Most people walk in expecting a photography studio and leave saying,
“I wasn’t expecting that at all. That was fun!”
We designed the studio to feel creative, relaxed, and inspiring — not intimidating. Whether you’re photographing with the giant “27” lights or creating dramatic portraits with cinematic lighting, it’s an experience unlike a traditional photo studio.
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Yes. Every final image receives professional retouching while maintaining a natural appearance. We remove temporary distractions like blemishes and stray hairs while keeping you looking like yourself.
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You’ll receive your professionally edited, high-resolution images through a private online gallery.
Turnaround is typically within a few days, although timing can vary depending on the season and the complexity of your session. If you’re working toward an important deadline, just let us know — we’ll do our best to accommodate it.
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Professional headshots are often your first introduction. Whether someone finds you on LinkedIn, your company website, or social media, people form an impression in seconds. A professionally crafted headshot helps communicate confidence, approachability, and credibility before you ever say a word.
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A good rule of thumb is every two to three years — or anytime your appearance, role, or personal brand changes. If people don’t immediately recognize you from your profile photo, it’s probably time for an update.
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That depends on your goals. Whether you need a polished LinkedIn photo, executive portraits, actor headshots, or branding imagery for your business, we’ll recommend the style, lighting, and wardrobe, and overall approach that best supports how you want to be seen.
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Absolutely. Rather than requiring everyone to be available at the same time, we often reserve consecutive studio sessions over several days. Each team member simply chooses the time that works best for their schedule, while we maintain the same lighting, backgrounds, and style throughout the project for a consistent look.
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Simply click the red BOOK NOW button below.
If you’re not sure which session is right for you, fill out the contact form below and we’ll help you choose the session that best fits your needs and goals.
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“I can’t say enough how happy I am with my experience at rGRAY photography. Rudy and his wife are the dream team. I felt so supported and welcomed the moment I stepped inside. My photos were beautiful. All I have is tremendous gratitude for the experience and for them both.”
— Rachael L.