"I consider Vanie Poyey to be one of the greatest "finds"... after shooting with her, (client) audition ratio nearly doubles."

Stacie Dickscheid, Act Now Talent Group

"As an agent, Vanie is currently at the top of my list for photographers I recommend. Her pictures actually show emotions and clients don't turn out expressionless. Her sessions yield the exact shots that reflect how a client is being pitched. Where she is miles beyond other photographers is her skill with character actor headshots. Her shots capture every aspect of their quirkiness - and I'm left with hundreds of shots to choose from. Having been in talent representation for 4 years, casting for 5 years, and long ago an actor for 3 years, Vanie is the best I've come across."

Ryan Hayden, Ideal Talent Agency

"As an agent who loves an interesting, out of the ordinary headshot, I have been a fan and have recommended Vanie for years. The session is professional and it really sets the bar for future shoots as far as the actor is concerned. The shots are enormously interesting and you can always tell who has been working with Vanie…the eye is drawn almost automatically to her work. In these times of everyone in town being allowed to submit online, that makes a huge difference"

Mike O’Dell, Bobby Ball Agency

"A good Headshot Photographer isn't what it once was. Online submitting changed everything. Vanie captures the spirit of the person and the backgrounds are carefully picked to give the picture depth without being distracting. I don't always think actors realize how important the picture is, especially in commercials. You have a good picture, you get the audition, you book the job, the job means money. I see actors put off taking good headshots for years and years only to say "why didn't I do this sooner?" because when they finally shoot with someone such as Vanie, I see their activity literally change overnight. The picture is everything, It's your ticket"

Brooke Taylor Nuttall, Kazarian/Spencer/Ruskin & Associates

"Truly the best head shots I've ever had. [Vanie] understands that it's not about a pretty picture, it's about capturing your soul. Vanie knows how to ask just the right question or make a wisecrack, then SNAP, captures something magical. Even the backgrounds (Starbucks interior, mall corridor) somehow ended up gorgeous, but in the best, unobtrusive way. Vanie rocks. Hard."

Suzana Norberg, Hermosa Beach CA

"Vanie Poyey is simply the best photographer out there today. She has an extraordinary ability to capture the distinctive images that an actor must have. Start with consummate professionalism, add a real understanding of what the “business” expects, and you are beginning to get a measure of what Vanie is about."

Steve Price, Marina Del Rey CA

"I have never EVER enjoyed Photo Shoots until I shot with Vanie. I have been in the Business 17 Years and have had tons of photo shoots, Not only was her work creative and incredible, she made it easy & FUN!"

Rob Rasner, Valley Village CA

"I wouldn't go to anyone but Vanie for my headshots. I've been to countless other photographers, all good, but no one has ever captured who I am like Vanie has. I always have a great time at the photo shoots and it shows in my pics. Vanie is professional, a joy to be around, and she knows how to keep me moving, relaxed and real. She's brilliant."

Terri Simmons, Venice CA

"I absolutely LOVE MY HEADSHOTS!!! Oh my word, I about died when I took a look at the online headshot proofs. Finally... FINALLY... I feel like I have done a head shot session that captured all of my 'essences,' if you will. Thank you, thank you. I am just thrilled and can't thank Vanie enough."

Brooke Baumer, Los Angeles CA

"I have never felt as comfortable being photographed as I have with Vanie. I had so many good headshots that my agent had a hard time deciding which headshots to use!"

David J. Lee, Hollywood CA

"I wanted to acknowledge Vanie Poyey for her skills and professionalism. The head shot session was fun and relaxed - and because of these pictures I have secured both theatrical and commercial representation. Within 1 week of giving my headshots to my agent I went out on a network national commercial audition and a regional commercial audition. These are the best headshots that I have ever had. I will continue to recommend Vanie to my friends and colleagues as an A++ headshot photographer."

Tony LaPalio, West Hollywood CA

"This was the first time I actually had FUN getting my headshots taken-a major step for me. Vanie Poyey really put me at ease and knew just what to say to help me relax and focus on the task at hand. Thanks again!"

Andy Thacher, North Hollywood CA

"See my headshot?  In my biz, my hair color can change faster than my clothes.  So what to do when my agent tells me he "will no longer be able to use my current headshot photos - I'm too blond in them"?  Call my talented headshot photographer Vanie Poyey and ask if she can make me a redhead! She not only did that, she changed the color of the shirt too.

Vanie Poyey is a joy to shoot with.  She allows you to be yourself in photos, because after all, that's what she wants to capture in the shots. No posing with this lady!  All natural, all organic, no hormones or by products.  Unless you add them yourself!"

Lauren Barrocas, Hollywood CA

"Vanie Poyey's headshots have changed everything.  I finally signed with a GOOD agent and I didn't even do a mass submission.  I sent out FOUR headshots only.  Vanie Poyey, YOU ROCK!!!!
 
Heather Langone, Los Angeles CA

"I just have to say it.  Vanie Poyey, made my headshots look amazing.  I am completely baffled as to which headshot to pick.  Thanks for making this decision such a hard one."

Maia Rodriguez, Orange County CA

"Vanie Poyey understands what casting directors and agents are looking for in headshots.  She doesn't merely take photos that make an actor look good: she takes headshots that capture actors' personalities.  My only complaint is that she took so many amazing photos of me, that I had a very difficult time deciding which pictures to print.  Usually, after getting my headshots done, I have a handful of shots that I consider printing.  After my headshot session with Vanie, I had dozens of great shots to choose from."

Kerry Wieder, Burbank CA

"Vanie Poyey is the ONLY photographer I trust my headshots with. She has a way of talking to you and making you comfortable enough for the real you to come out. My audition rate goes up 90 percent after every session. Casting directors love her work. Vanie's headshots get you work.  Vanie Poyey is my headshot photographer and my friend (as much as anyone you see annually can be)."
 
Darryl Dillard,  Pasadena CA