I absolutely loved working with Tide Productions for my new headshots! They made the whole experience effortless and fun, and I’m so happy with the final shots. I highly recommend them to any actors looking for professional headshots!

Veena, 2025
Carolyn is such a dream to shoot with. Like most actors, I usually dread headshot day, but her relaxed approach makes you immediately comfortable. We got so many looks shot in just under an hour, so she really knows her stuff.

Hannah, 2025
It was an absolute pleasure working with Carolyn from Tide Productions. She was very kind, approachable and implemented a collaborative approach to ensure both her and myself were satisfied with the end results. I would gladly work with her again :)

Elise, 2025
Working with Carolyn and the Tide team was a easy seamless process: from booking all the way to receiving the photos. Carolyn has a lovely presence that allows you to feel comfortable and be yourself in front of the camera. The 45 minutes allows you ample time to make sure you've got the perfect shots fit for your purpose. I'd recommend any Actors or Creatives looking to update their portfolio to reach out to the team.

Jez, 2024
My headshot session with Carolyn was fantastic! She was super nice, made me feel comfortable, and I love the pictures!

Kat, 2025
Working with Tide Productions was a joy. The session was collaborative, conversational, efficient and easy-going. The results were great, plenty of variety, with a quick turnaround too!

Jacob, 2025
I had a lovely time shooting with Carolyn in the gardens, she is the best and made me feel great about myself! I was able to give her direction on what my agent wanted and she was able to coach me in that direction. The photos came out beautifully. Thank you so much to Carolyn and Tide team.

Georgina, 2025
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Merlin, 2025

Melbourne Studio Headshots

Welcome to Tide Productions - a Melbourne-based production team and a home for natural, cinematic actor headshots. Whether you’re refreshing your portfolio or stepping into the industry for the first time, we create relaxed, expressive portraits that capture the truth of who you are.

Why Actors Choose Tide

Industry-Focused

Your photographer (hi - that’s me, Carolyn!) works closely with performers, production teams, and casting almost daily - so every shot is framed with casting expectations in mind.
Commercial, theatrical, or character-driven - we tailor the session to your goals (or your agents preferences).

Relaxed, Supportive Direction

You don’t need to know how to pose. I’ll guide you through expression, posture, eyeline, and subtle shifts that bring out your strongest look/s on camera.

Natural Retouching - True to How You’ll Appear On Camera

Skin stays real, eyes stay alive, and you stay you.
Our approach mirrors what you’d look like professionally colour graded on set, as requested and preferred by most agents and casting directors. If you have something else in mind, please just let me know.

Beautiful Studio Spaces in South Melbourne or Collingwood.

Our South Melbourne studio is held at 101 Moray Street, South Melbourne.

Parking is easiest (and free for 90 minutes) in the underground car park of Coles (229 Coventry St, South Melbourne). Plenty of time to walk over, enjoy your shoot (and free coffee on us) and walk back without stress. Paid street parking is available around 101 Moray St, as well as free street parking - but hard to get - so, to avoid unnecessary stress and parking-rage, I don’t recommend trying.

Our Collingwood studio is only available Monday-Friday 10am-5pm. Address and parking information will be sent through after booking - but if you need to plan your trip specifics, please just email me at carolyn@tideproductions.com and I can send you all you need to know in ample detail before you make your booking.

Rather shoot outdoors?

Say less. Email carolyn@tideproductions.com and we’ll chat! Prices start at $300- ex GST for 45 mins including 6 edited images of your choice.

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I absolutely loved working with Tide Productions for my new headshots! They made the whole experience effortless and fun, and I’m so happy with the final shots. I highly recommend them to any actors looking for professional headshots!

Carolyn is such a dream to shoot with. Like most actors, I usually dread headshot day, but her relaxed approach makes you immediately comfortable. We got so many looks shot in just under an hour, so she really knows her stuff.

It was an absolute pleasure working with Carolyn from Tide Productions. She was very kind, approachable and implemented a collaborative approach to ensure both her and myself were satisfied with the end results. I would gladly work with her again :)

My headshot session with Carolyn was fantastic! She was super nice, made me feel comfortable, and I love the pictures!

Working with Tide Productions was a joy. The session was collaborative, conversational, efficient and easy-going. The results were great, plenty of variety, with a quick turnaround too!

I had a lovely time shooting with Carolyn in the gardens, she is the best and made me feel great about myself! I was able to give her direction on what my agent wanted and she was able to coach me in that direction. The photos came out beautifully. Thank you so much to Carolyn and Tide team.

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