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Tips To Prepare for your Photo / Video Session

Pre-Photo Session Preparation

  • Avoid wearing jewelry, sunglasses, or clothes that may leave marks on your skin.

  • Use different clothes to get to the studio and change your outfit once you arrive, to make sure your clothes are free of wrinkles. The studio has a beautiful private room for you to hang your clothes, retouch your makeup and hair.

  • Refrain from making big changes to your image in the week leading up to the session. If you are having your makeup and hair done professionally, remember to show photos of the look and style you like. 

  • Avoid using products that could irritate your skin before the shoot.


Clothing Selection

  • Choose clothes that complement your skin tone, preferably solid colors.

  • For outdoor shoots, avoid blending into the background. Bright solid colors work well in beach or industrial settings.

  •  Avoid patterns and large logos unless they are part of the look you want to promote.

  •  Opt for reasonably fitted outfits and consider the activities you'll be doing during the session. Make sure you feel comfortable with the clothes you are wearing and represent your personality.


Outfit Tips

  • Bring multiple and diverse outfits for variety.

  • Layering can enhance your look, especially for headshots. 

  • If the shoot is outdoors and involves moving between locations, bring comfortable walking shoes.


Group Photos

  • When shooting with others, coordinate colors and styles to ensure a cohesive look.

 

Fit and Presentation

  •  Ensure your clothes fit well to flatter your figure.

  • Pay attention to underwear color and style to avoid showing through your outfits.

  •  Clean and iron your clothes, and remove pet hair if necessary, especially from darker outfits. We have a clothes iron in the studio. 

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Traveling to the Shoot

  • Avoid wearing the outfit you plan to use for the shoot during your journey to the studio or location.

Nail Care

  •  Ensure your nails look neat and sharp if they will be visible in the photos.

 

Makeup Tips

  •  Consider using HD powder to reduce shine on your skin.

  •  Use primers tailored to your skin type to achieve the desired balance between dryness and shine.

  •  If you opt for professional makeup, communicate your desired look clearly with reference photos. For headshots and branding photos, it's crucial to maintain your usual appearance.

  •  Avoid excessive gloss on lipstick and highlights, as they can cause unwanted reflections in photos. Ensure your makeup is well blended for a natural look.

  • Avoid products with chunky glitter. 

 

Communication with Your Photographer/Videographer

  • Clearly communicate your expectations and vision to your photographer or videographer. This will help them understand the style and results you are aiming for in the photos. Call me for a free consultation.

Questions? Please call or Text:
(323) 326.7241

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