Designed by Samantha Heady...
This year I am offering a great “Senior Portrait” package! For only $99…includes up to 2 hours, unlimited wardrobe, and an edited disc of ALL your images! I also offer reasonably priced prints and print packages…much less than the portraits provided by the schools! Give me a call at 931-256-0726 or email me at renee@reneebouldinphotography.com or fill out a contact form on my website at www.reneebouldinphotography.com
Tips for a great sesssion
1. Outfits…
Arrange to bring several outfits to your photo session in a variety of colors, not just your favorite hue. Choose clothing with solid colors or very small patterns. Consider how your clothing colors complement or detract from your skin coloring. Pastels and very light colors tend to photograph lighter than you would expect. Darker colors bring out skin tones better than lighter colors! Don’t bring outfits with words or designs, stripes or pictures, except possibly your school logo. You want your face, eyes and expression to command attention, not the words on your shirt. And make sure clothing is as WRINKLE FREE as possible!
You may be wondering why we talk about clothing selections. All of the things mentioned will draw attention to your clothing, and away from your face and expression. And, those types of patterns and designs will create the illusion of being heavier.
And while we are on the subject of what makes a person look heavier, here are some more very important items to consider. In other words.. what will make a person appear heavier in a portrait. O
If you feel you have heavy arms, avoid “spaghetti” straps as they tend to make arms look heavier and draw the attention away from the face.
Wear a neckline that is flattering. Round faces and square jaw lines look best in a v-neck as opposed a round, crew neck. Thin faces and pointy chins look best in a round neckline. Only those with a relatively long neck look good in a turtleneck.
2. Apply makeup normally…
It’s tempting to get very “glam” when having pictures taken, but this could very well make you look like a stranger in your senior portrait.
Apply your makeup as you normally look on a day-to-day basis, but bring your makeup with you and let the photographer know you have it. If the photographer feels you need a touch more blush or eyeshadow, he or she will let you know. Avoid glitter or sparkly anything (powder, eye shadow, blush) – it tends to reflect the flash and leaves white spots. Also avoid too much lip gloss. It can also leave white spots from the flash or make you look like you’re drooling.
3. Accessories.
A unique piece of jewlery or hair accessory can make or break a photo. Trendy pieces are tempting, but 10 years from now you may say… “What was I thinking?!” So becareful when choosing your jewlery and accent pieces. Think Classic!
4. Hair…
In general, friends and family prefer to remember you as you looked most of your senior year, not just during the period when you had your pictures taken.
Santees.com suggests working with your desired hairstyles a few days before the photo shoot to get the look you want in advance.
Get a haircut at least a week in advance to give your hair a chance to adjust and look natural. Girls having their hair styled for a formal picture can, of course, wait until the photo session day to get their hair done, but they should practice with their hair stylist beforehand so there are no surprises on picture day.
5. Guys…SHAVE!
Guys need a fresh shave.
A fresh shave for guys is recommended, and moustaches or beards should be neatly trimmed.
6. Hands and Feet…
Make sure your hands are presentable.
Like shoes, hands can show up in some of your favorite poses, so be sure to take the time to make them presentable – guys should trim their nails, and girls might need to touch up their manicure/pedicure.
7. Personalize your portrait…
Personalize your photos with props. And by props I mean nothing corny:)
Many photographers will invite you to bring favorite props to the shoot, such as sports equipment if you are a team player or fan, musical instruments, dance/ballet outfits, or hobby items. You can even bring a favorite portable piece of furniture, such as a lightweight chair or stool.
You can even bring your pet to appear in some of the shots with you!
8. Bring a friend or parent…
Sometimes it helps a person relax if they have a friend to help make them laugh and give the photographer a more natural smile! Parents may want to come because this is a moment they want to be included in…if however a friend or family member will embarrass you…then come solo!
Relax and enjoy!
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Designed by Samantha Heady…
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