I've been asked to shoot an acquaintance and I'd like to give ot a try
for the experince but I'm not going to give him crap. I'll send him
to someone that I know that specializes in model/acting headshots.

If he is a friend then doing some experimenting on lighting and posing
is a great idea -- but then send him to a professional... To do a proper
studio headshot you need lighting and have a working knowledge of how to
use it - otherwise you will not be able to give your friend good quality
images.

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Joe Marcus
Marcus Photography
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Easton, PA 18042-3143
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