MELISSA G. MITCHELL PHOTOGRAPHY LLC

Temecula's Young Actor Headshot specialist

Serving Temecula, Murrieta, Menifee, Inland Empire, San Diego County, Los Angeles

State of California Child Performer Services Permit : CPS-LR-1001049129

Someone in a striped red and orange sweater puts on headphones with a surprised expression against a white background.

For my young actor headshots, I offer both outdoor and studio options to give you the best of both worlds.


I love capturing natural, authentic expressions with beautiful outdoor headshots using natural light and local locations that add personality and depth to your images.


I also offer indoor studio photography with professional lighting and equipment for clean, classic headshots that meet industry standards.


Whether you need bright, natural looks or polished studio portraits, I’ll help you create the perfect headshots to stand out and get noticed.

Studio portrait of person in light blue top with long dark hair.
Studio headshot of person in black hoodie and teal shirt.
Four sequential photos show someone wearing a pink sweater making playful expressions against a pink background.
Professional headshot portrait in burgundy turtleneck sweater with long brown hair against neutral background.
A person in a green knit turtleneck sweater poses for a portrait outdoors with soft natural lighting.
A series of headshots with pigtails wearing a bright yellow cardigan and white top on purple background.
Studio portrait of person with long curly hair in black top.
A portrait photo shows a person with long dark hair wearing a black jacket and pink striped shirt against a blurred background.
A person with curly hair in space buns wearing a purple t-shirt smiles brightly at the camera.
Fashion portrait in a black leather jacket and dark top with striking makeup.
Close-up portrait series of a person with long brown hair wearing a black turtleneck sweater against a dark background.
Portrait of person in black jacket and burgundy top.
A person wearing a black and white striped sleeveless top poses with joyful expressions against an orange background.
Young person wearing a red long sleeve top, black leggings, and red sneakers poses against a white background.
A montage of four close-up shots showing someone with curly dark hair and a grey sweater smiling at the camera.
Headshot of person with short blonde hair in denim shirt.
Studio portrait of a child in a denim jacket with a yellow collar smiling at the camera.
Casual portrait in a teal t-shirt with braided black hair and bright smile.
Portrait in a light blue knit sweater with white collar against a studio background.
Portrait of curly-haired person in grey sweater against neutral background.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to you.

For actor headshots, we'll focus on clean, expressive images that casting directors love, showcasing your range, personality, and unique look. I understand the industry’s needs because I've worked extensively with young performers, including my own daughter.

HEADSHOT Packages

Littles (Ages 3-12)

$300

Commercial / Theatrical Headshots
3 Looks
Gallery of Unedited Shots
8 Professionally Edited AND Retouched Digital Images
Temecula, Murrieta, Inland Empire
(Add Hair/Makeup for additional fee)

Teens

$400

Commercial / Theatrical Headshots
4 Looks
Gallery of Unedited Shots
8 Professionally Edited AND Retouched Digital Images
Temecula, Murrieta, Inland Empire
(Add Hair/Makeup for additional fee)

Full Portfolio Session

$750

Hair and Makeup Included
Up to 5 Looks
Headshots, 3/4 Shots, Full Body
Slate Video
Complete Gallery with minimal edits
8 Professionally Retouched Images
Temecula, Murrieta, Inland Empire
(Appt lasts 2-3 hours)

EDITING VS RETOUCHING

Every client receives a gallery of images with consistent, lightly edited adjustments, ensuring natural colors, balanced exposure, and a polished overall look.


Retouching, however, is what truly makes a photo pop. This detailed process goes beyond basic edits to enhance a single image. I’ll fine-tune lighting, reduce or remove sun spots and shine, eliminate blemishes, smooth flyaways, and carefully highlight your best features, creating a final image that’s both natural and stunning.

Interested in booking?


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