The Basics

• You'll want to wear your make-up a tad heavier than normal. 

• Bring along extra powder, a brush and mascara. Wearing more mascara than normal will really bring out your eyes and allow them to 'POP'.

• If you need hairstylist or make-up artist recommendations, let me know. 

• Be sure you cover up tan lines. They WILL show. Avoid tanning or sun burning right before your session.

• Don’t be afraid to pull your hair back during your session, It’ll give you an entirely different look.

• Ironing. You'll want to make sure everything's nice and pressed before your session. Wrinkles will show.

• Don't forget to bring along jewelry, rings, necklaces, changes of shoes, hair accessories, etc.

• Nails DO show, so make sure they look nice. If they are chipping off or some funky color, they will show. Many of your casual shots are done barefoot, so same applies to toes. Light or natural color works best.

• Let’s face it, glasses glare. If possible, remove the lenses before you get here. Some optometrists will loan you an empty pair of frames similar to your. Check with them.

• I retouch blemishes at no extra charge, so don’t fret about a minor breakout!

Clothing

• Avoid stripes & plaids! Solids photograph much better! Choose something classic, bring something fun and trendy, be adventurous (bring a prom dress). Vary the style, you don’t want all your pictures looking the same.

• Be careful with baggy clothes, they may make you look larger than you are. Make sure your clothes flatter you.

• Keep in mind that if you bring in light or white pants, your underwear WILL be seen through, so keep the flowered or stripes at home! Also, a natural colored bra is best.

• You may want to avoid very short skirts as they will restrict your movement and poses.

• We have a few items available for rent in our Client Closet if you want to take a look. 

Prop Ideas

Bring props that tell us who you are. Popular choices are:

• Favorite Books

• Musical Instrument

• Shopping bags from favorite stores 

• Letterman Jacket, FFA Jacket o Cleats / shoes / boots

• Uniform / Jersey

• Pom Poms

• Balls: basketball, soccer, football, volleyball, tennis ball, etc.

• Gloves: boxing, goal keeper, baseball, football, rodeo

• Helmet / Hat

• Equipment: bat, racket, skateboard, golf clubs, hurdle, etc.

•  Keys, Keyring

• Senior Ring

• Anything with school name and/or mascot on it: tee shirt, sweatshirt, hoodie, pennant, poster, calendar 

• Yearbook

• Framed baby photo or kindergarten graduation photo

Pets

Your pets are welcome to join you at your session, just make sure you bring someone with you that can control them while we are busy taking the rest of your pictures. You may want to bring a pet carrier. Treats are good to keep a dog’s attention.

If you have any questions, let me know.