This information is to to help you prepare for your portrait session.

Clothes:



Avoid the following:
- clothes that are too tight
- extremely loose fitting
- clothes with words
- stripes
- loud patterns



Take a look at the galleries on-line to see what others have done and what you like. For babies; especially newborns, most of their images will be done  in just skin. Once the baby gets a bit older lan to bring 2-3 outfits to photograph in. Also for newborn sessions, I always ask the parents to bring a black top along as you will be the background for some of the portraits.



Grooming:
Trim, file, and remove old polish from your nails. Lather on lotion to avoid dry looking, patchy skin.



Hair:
Style your hair in a way that best represents YOU! If you plan on getting a haircut, try to schedule it a couple of weeks out so that you have time to manage any dislikes.

Keep in mind that a cut may reveal untanned skin during the summer.  The use of hairspray helps to tame loose ends that may catch light and reflect in a portrait. Guys, please sport a fresh shave. Five o’clock shadows cannot be retouched.



Make-Up:
Make-up should be worn no heavier than you would for an evening out. Even if you don’t normally wear make-up, we suggest a light foundation or powder to reduce shine and even-out skin tones.

Powder is even great for guys to use, and yes we promise no one will ever be able to tell you’re wearing it! Heavier make-up applied near the end of your portrait session is fun for dramatic black & whites.



Glasses:
To avoid a reflective glare from your eyeglasses, opt to wear contact lenses instead or ask your optometrist about borrowing an empty pair of frames that match your style.



Expectations:
Expect to have a great time. If you have idea's we want to hear them. When talking to your children about their portrait session,  just tell them that they are going to have a blast. Try not to threathen them during the session with things like "If you don't smile then no ...ice cream... after this." Threats tend to make the child upset. Also please don't teach them to say 'cheese', I will engage them in conversation and ask them to repeat funny sayings etc. to attempt to get the most natural smiles possible.  Trust me, we will get some great shots!

If you have any questions between now and your session, please don't hesitate to contact.