
ACTING PORTFOLIO
by alise black studios
At Alise Black Studios we specialise in acting headshots and actor portfolios that make you stand out to agents, casting crews and in auditions
We create emotive and diverse acting portfolios for actors, extras, cross over model/actors, and industry professionals





Creating acting headshots & portfolios since 2003
Creative director Alise Black is a highly qualified professional photographer with more than 20 years of industry experience in photography, styling and graphic design. Having photographed over 13,000 people, Alise and her female team are leaders in creative acting portfolios.
We create professional acting portfolios for emerging and experienced actors aged 13 to 75+ years. Alise Black Studios specialises in diverse acting portfolios that showcase a range of emotions and styles, which is essential when approaching agents or when self representing.
Our acting clients appear in major Australian & International movies, television shows, TV commercials and theatre productions. We also assist clients with cross over portfolios for modelling and acting, combining a range of images for both uses. We're here to help you update your acting portfolio or start fresh and will assist you with how to go about finding an agent or self representation direct to clients.















Amazing experience, they're so lovely and professional and make you feel so comfortable and the photos turned out amazing!!
Emma Bielich
Google 5 Star Review
Fantastic experience from start to finish. Alise and Treia go above and beyond to make the experience as seamless as possible and the results are outstanding!
Luca Ficco
Google 5 Star Review
Could not have asked for a more positive experience, getting my headshots taken for the first time... friendly, kind and funny ... they provide excellent advice on approaching agents...
Patrick Heanue
Google 5 Star Review

Simple Headshot, 3 photoshoots or a VIP? There are lots of options!
At Alise Black Studios, we offer a simple headshot sitting, or a private session with a minimum of 3 different photoshoots and VIP experiences. You can have natural headshots (essential) through to character images that make you stand out. We guide you every step of the way to make it fun, easy and enjoyable.
In around 2010, agents in Australia started to follow the LA trend of moving away from just a 'headshot' and into diverse acting portfolios, to showcase an actor's range and personality. Alise is an expert in this field and will coach you on how to create a collection of character images, to make your acting portfolio interesting to a casting agent and talent scout.
It's really important to have the appropriate hair & makeup styling, coupled with expert retouching refinement, to ensure the images are a polished reflection of you. Over photoshopped or poor quality low resolution imagery will not be acceptable to casting directors. How do we know? Because they are our clients and they keep us updated on the industrie's trends. We're here to guide you every step of the way.















...My son and I are so happy with the gorgeous photos you have produced for his actors portfolio... Thank you also for your advice on getting started with agencies and self representation.
Vicki M
Google 5 Star Review
...The communication beforehand was very organised and detailed and I was able to properly prepare for the day...The photos are lovely and were accepted by a talent agency...
Rachel Guerrini
Google 5 Star Review
From beginning to end, Alise Black, Treia and staff were absolutely wonderful to work with. Milani had the best day at her photoshoot and was made to feel very comfortable and valued. Thank you again.
Pia Schindler
Google 5 Star Review

Your actor portfolio is your visual CV for clients and talent agents
Modern actor portfolios include imagery that is emotive, a mix of headshot, half and full body positions. Combining photographic styles such as traditional studio environments, natural light and street scape is required for diversity and range.
Modern actor portfolios include imagery that is emotive, a mix of headshot, half and full body positions. Combining photographic styles such as traditional studio environments, natural light and street scape is required for diversity and range.
We assist existing actors in breaking through being typecast. For example, clients come to us who may always be typecast as the 'nice mum' ... We help them diversify their range through a variety of photoshoots; i.e. the 'nice mum', the 'tortured soul' for dramas and serious roles, the 'serial party glamour girl'.
We help actors showcase the type of work they want to do. Helping actors stand out is our speciality.















A wonderful experience for my 17 year old daughter...The shots were exquisite and captured a broad range of moods. This was achieved with the utmost professionalism...Highly recommend.
Rebecca Cushway
Google 5 Star Review
The whole experience from the booking to style consultation to photos and the buying experience was very professional and friendly. I felt so confident with the help of Alise and Treia. Highly recommend.
Jazmine Hope
Google 5 Star Review
Very nice and caring people, with great professionalism. I hope to be able to work with you again. Thank you.
Ioan Zitouni
Google 5 Star Review

Step through what's involved in creating an acting portfolio
We are here to help you successfully achieve a diverse, professional acting portfolio you are proud of. At Alise Black Studios, we will make sure you experience a welcoming, friendly environment and your images have the attention to detail that is needed in a professional acting portfolio.
We offer transparent pricing prior to every booking, plus we will advise you on how to prepare for your photoshoot. We also give you step-by-step guidance on how to approach agencies professionally or start representing yourself - direct to casting agents and clients.
On the day, enjoy learning about professional makeup application for photography and the importance of styling. Relax as we direct you through the range of acting positions and poses. You will never be left to awkwardly pose by yourself. Once you have spoken with us and received all the preparation guidance, we are quietly confident you will be excited to create your portfolio!

Find Out More
0403177814
Let's talk about creating your acting portfolio and provide you with upfront pricing for the photoshoot experience best suited to you. Choose a headshot sitting, 3 hr Session or VIP Experience. You will receive a same day viewing consultation, immediately after your photoshoots, where you may order the images you like, once you see the results!
Planning an actor portfolio photoshoot is exciting and we are here to help you every step of the way.
CALL our studio mobile to speak directly with our friendly team on 0403177814 or write to us! We'd love to talk about how we can help you become an actor or update your portfolio.

We offer a 3 hour Private Photography Session including styling, hair, makeup and 3 photoshoots plus a Gold and Platinum VIP Experience. Choose to customise your order once you see the results or pre commit to a VIP Experience. Clients have exclusive hire of the space. Read more

Our premier studio in Brisbane, is a large climate controlled space with client parking. We have multiple studios set up (white, grey & black backdrops + green screen for millions of colours), natural light areas & lifestyle settings. Alise also services Sydney and Melbourne. Read more

Formally trained in photography at SIT and RMIT, Alise has extensive industry experience and technical skill to guide you. Collaborate with her on your ideas or relax and let her create your photoshoots with precision and ease. Read more

Receive an over the phone styling consult plus a styling guide prior to your appointment. Outfits, colour themes and more are discussed to ensure you make the most out of your experience. Read more about styling

We love working to your comfort with hair styling. Some clients have a particular look they love and others like to maximise the opportunity to have a variety of styles created: beach wave, soft curl, volume or straight, or fashion looks. Read more about hair

We use professional High Definition photographic makeup with micronising foundations for a flawless complexion. Individual eyelash application and personalised colours are created to your taste. Read more about makeup

Each client has the option to advise their comfort with retouching. Generally a natural retouch of blemishes and body marks is applied before you see the images. A retouching menu is supplied for more specific requests. Read more about retouching

We offer high quality digital images and professional prints. Digital images are supplied in multiple formats for online use and personal printing. Save 10-50% when customising an order once you see the results. Read more about products

Want to save on your experience? We are delighted to offer a limited amount of Special Offer Appointments giving a genuine saving of $299! Reach out for more details about this saving! Read more here