What they Say
“I found Joanna through my agency. She was their top pick, and she was their top pick for a reason. Joanna not only is a unbelievably amazing photographer, but she truly knows lighting, she can pick your best side, your best attributes, your wardrobe within seconds is picked, she is a master at her craft. She keeps things so level and at ease, you will find yourself so comfortable and not even worrying about how you look, if you are doing the right thing or not. She also has some fantastic shooting locations around her home, another master trait she just has naturally. I received my shoots back within a day and my CD within 2 days. I just had her retouch my photos (another must with her) and got them back within the day. She puts her job first and her clients and truly understand this business and what needs to be done on a daily basis. Trust me whole heartedly on this. Book Joanna and when you get your shots back you will not be disappointed one bit.”
Stephen Goodman
“Let me tell you about Joanna……………. She is the best photographer I have EVER shot with, period.
She has a great sense of style and she captures that edge that all agents look for in talent and what casting directors desire when they are looking at pics…
I will only shoot with HER now. And I can’t say enough good about her. I have representation with some small agencies right now and looking to possibly switch to a bigger one so I have sent out pics and resumes to ten B+ agencies AND I have gotten a response back from each one of them. I certainly attribute that to Joanna’s pics, especially since I have sent other pics out before and never received a response. Remember, your PICS get you in the door and your talent gets you the job.”
Thank you Jo!!!
-Chris Love
“These are incredible!!! Unbelievable!! So many to choose from. I love the one with the gal in the background with the cell ha ha ha! Thank you thank you thank you!!!
Have a great night because you just rebooted my marketing and audition ratio!!
Love it!!!”
Kristoffer
“you are a GENIUS and apparently a magician too! I sent Lynne my favorites and she had one word: WOW!
You’re good, you’re REALLLLY good.”
Russell
“Ohmygosh!! I was so excited to get these yesterday! You were so quick getting them up! I sat here for over an hour and picked out all my favorites. I LOVE the last ones we did. They all look good though. My family and friends all loved the last ones too. No one seemed to really care for the other two poses, but I still want to pick one from each look. I was also hoping you could give your opinion. From the first look, I’ve narrowed it down to 52 and 10. For the second look, 155 and 266. And I have so many from the third look, so I’m confused for that one. I love 307, 446, 461. I love many more than that, but I can have other ones re-touched elsewhere. I’m just trying to narrow it down to three that you can do for me. If there are ones that you liked better amongst the other 509 pictures, feel free to mention those. I’m sure you’re busy, so if you don’t have time, I totally understand. I’m just anxious to get them retouched and printed! I hate having my old ones on LACasting and Actor’s Access, because I have a feeling that’s part of why I’m not getting auditions!”
-Andrea
“I wouldn’t go to anyone else. My session with her was so warm and positive. Joanna definitely exudes an unnameable quality that translates in to her photos. I have recommended her to many other actors and classmates. I can’t wait until I need new headshots!”
-Taylor
‘ Everyone always wants to know who took my headshots. My representation has been so happy with them! Thanks for a great session and great results!”
“Joanna rocks! I’ve never had such a comfortable photo shoot as I did with her…and it shows in my shots..they’re me!!! They’re me feeling goofy, feeling sexy, feeling maternal, feeling tough, feeling powerful…With Brooks I was able to tell her what looks I was going after and together we made it happen. She captured ME and that’s what my previous headshots had been missing. It’s time for me to shoot new ones and I’m definitely going back!!!
I don’t think I’ll ever go to anyone else!!!”
“Joanna is one cool shutterbug! The key to a good headshot is not just about understanding light and making the eyes pop, but also the comfort level with the photographer. Joanna has that relaxing vibe that can bring out anyone’s essence. My new headshots with her helped me book three industrials, the lead role in a short film, and got me numerous auditions. She’s reasonably priced and worth every penny!”
“Wow! I must say she’s the most personable person I’ve ever worked with when it comes to somebody shooting my photographs. I think the most important thing is chemistry between the photographer and the actor–that’s when you’re truly uninhibited to let go, trust yourself with this person and show those characters that you’re portraying. She speaks to you in ways that also helps you for your shots which is awesome! Last but not least, Her photographs are amazing! I’ve gotten so many compliments and continuing to receive those compliments! Truly, Teodorico Paul Sajor”
“Joanna is the best! We were so comfortable shooting and so happy with the outcome!”
-Ed and Irina
“I am a huge fan of Joanna Brooks Headshots!I have shot with her on multiple occasions,always having a wonderful experience.I usually have difficulty choosing photos I like of myself,fortunately with Joanna there are so many great shots to pick from.If you are looking for the best photographer in LA then she is your pick!”
-Dawn & Noa
“Joanna does excellent work!!!”
- Rene (Casting Agent)
“She’s the best! I get so many compliments on my heaadshots, and I recommend Joanna to everyone I know!”
- Sabrina
“Just the best!!!!!!!!!!!!”
- Kate
“I love her… she is the best! One problem… she is so good, that you will have trouble narrowing down your favorites because you will so many to choose from!”
-Jody
“Joanna is very artistic in her approach to creating the most effective portraits. Her background in Art and Casting allow her to paint a beautiful picture and tailor it for your specific type. ??Furthermore, from initial meeting to day of shoot to final retouching Joanna was a joy to work with. Her professionalism and humanity far outshines all of the large impersonal cookie cutter photographers with huge price tags and telemarketers. Amazing!”
- Eric
“Joanna is by far the best in the biz. She coached me through each look enabling me to capture the perfect moment many times over. I left the shoot with lots of options and will definitely go back to her the next time around. She has great ideas and a generous spirit! Go Joanna!!!”
“She’s AWESOME–fun to work with & she helped me get the shots that work!!”
-Ingrid
“I have never enjoyed the process of getting a new headshot. Joanna put me at ease and made the afternoon fun. The pictures that came from our few hours together were a positive testament to my mood. The headshot that i got from Joanna is easily the best I have had my entire career. I have been an actor since 1990. Thank you Joanna Brooks. ”
-Khalil Kain
“you can see on her site how terrific her shots are. her rates are great, and her customer service is awesome. joanna was the first headshot photographer i’ve had that REALLY gets it about how to bring out the very best in the actor during the shoot. I’ve more than tripled my auditions with these headshots! wish I’d found her sooner.”