There are some basic things you need to know before getting set for the shoot proper, which are as follows:
Choose wardrobe to reflect the look you want – fun, casual, formal and traditional.
• Make sure your clothes are clean & well-ironed
• Several wardrobe choices for each person
• Solids & simple patterns best
• For a formal look choose mid-tone and deep tones
• For a range of style options choose neutral, soft or mid-range colours
• For a casual or romantic look choose light colours
• Scoop necklines or v-necks flatter fuller faces and shorter necks
• Turtlenecks & higher necklines flatter slender faces and long necks
• Keep jewellery small and simple
• Good undergarments go unnoticed, bad ones don’t
• Dress from head to toe – shoes, sock, and belts, for each outfit.
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You’ll want your hair and make-up to be ready for your portrait session. Keep in mind…
• Good Hair – If necessary, at least one week before your session
• Fingers and Toes – Nails should clean, even, and, if polished, use a clear polish
• Ladies – Keep make-up light, natural & fresh (experts advice)
• Guys – A fresh, close shave is absolutely necessary; neatly trim beards & moustaches.
Timing is everything! A child’s interest will last only 15 to 30 minutes, so we’ll have to work fast!
• Babies and children should be fed and well rested.
• Several changes of clothes, food, diapers, bottles, etc.
• Dry food to avoid soiling.
• Their special things like toys should be around.
Executive portraits should reflect the style & image you want to project.
• Suits often represent professionalism – They should be crisp & well pressed with ties, scarves and understated jewellery.
• Simple, crisp attire also says professional. These days, most executives don’t always wear suits.
• ironing your clothes before the session.
• Clothes with all the accessories.
• Jewellery, keep it simple.
keep it simple and to a minimum. If there’s a special piece, coordinate an outfit around it.
• Your accessories should be handy so you’re prepared to dress head to toe.
• And about your shoes…select a (clean) pair to lift your selected outfit.
• And finally, ladies, for each outfit, consider what you wear underneath. An appropriate undergarment goes unnoticed while the wrong garment spoils everything. |
