Friday, March 19, 2010

Tips for a great portrait session

Most important Relax my goal is to make you look great in your photograph. If you don't look good...I don't look good.
Here are a few tips to ensure that you are at your best during your session
  • Bring a few different outfits that tells people about your personality
    - Solid colors and long sleeves work best
  • Bring matching shoes, socks, and accessories to complete your outfits
  • Iron wrinkled clothes prior to your session
  • Think about sports, and musical interests that can be added to your portrait session to to make your photograph personal and about you
For the ladies
  • Have your nails painted, clear or neutral colors work well
  • Style your hair before your session, choosing a comfortable style you know looks good
  • Apply concealer and powder if necessary to minimize blemishes
  • Portrait retouching on your final order can eliminate small blemishes and under-eye circles
  • Apply make-up before you arrive and bring your product along with you for touch-ups if needed
  • Avoid burns or tan lines by limiting sun exposure before portrait session
  • Get a good night's sleep
  • Friends and family are welcome!
For the gentlemen
  • trim your nails
  • Style your hair before your session and bring a comb or brush for touch-ups if necessary
    - Consider getting a haircut approximately one week prior to your session
  • Shave before your session
  • Avoid burns or tan lines by limiting sun exposure before portrait session
  • Get a good night's sleep
  • Friends and family are welcome!

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