September 2, 2010 Looking the best on photo day…
Many people wait years to have their portraits done simply because they don’t like how they look in pictures. After 5 or 10 years you realize you don’t have a single GOOD recent photo. Or maybe you wait until you’re getting married, lost a lot of weight, or are having a baby. Well whether you’re one of those people or not here are a few tips to take the fear out of photo day and making it a real Photo Shoot!
- Photographers have many tricks to get rid of blemishes and scars on your skin. We can even remove braces. But these are time intensive and often cost extra. Be sure to look your best when it comes to photo time. Wear makeup if you normally do. Cover your imperfections because the camera records EVERYTHING. But don’t let this scare you. Sometimes imperfections make you unique!
- Get your hair done! Remember that these are still images that you want to share with others. Look your best. If that means getting a haircut then go for it. But don’t try styles you’ve never done before. This is not the time to experiment with your look. Go with what you know and with what flatters you.
- Don’t overdo your clothes. Try to mix up tones even if you are wearing the same general color. I love patterns but be sure to keep these simple. You want the focus to be on you and not your distracting patterns.
- Wear colors that suit you. Certain colors look…or bad… on certain skin tones. Also think about your hair color. eHow has a great article on how to find the colors that best suit your skin tone. If you are at all worried you can try out some colors at home with your personal camera. Take a look at those images and see how you like them.
- Now what about that dreaded double chin? Have you ever looked at yourself in a picture and thought you looked a little “puffy”. While we don’t always have good posture it’s important to maintain your posture during your photo shoot. Keep your head tilted slightly up (unless your photographer instructs you otherwise) and look up to that camera. I can help you with this during our session. I like to tell my clients to “look long”.
- Remember to relax! The days of super posed studio shots are gone (or should be) so relax. We want to capture the best of you so mentally relax yourself so you look at ease and happy in your photos. This isn’t some major procedure to worry about so take it easy. You will never hear me say “Say Cheese!”. The best way for you to smile is to just think about things that make you happy. Are you getting married? Think about that. I sit the weekend? Think about that. Are you excited about new photos? You get the point. I try my hardest to make my clients at ease so we’ll be laughing in no time.
The key points here are:
- RELAX
- No fake smiling.
- Wear flattering clothes.
- Look your best – hair, makeup, clothes, attitude
- Come ready to have fun and let loose – now is the time to be a model.
If you have any more questions about looking great then let me know. I’ll be happy to help you find an outfit or a look for your photo shoot.
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