Clothing
Simple, classic outfits are best, as they will not date your portrait. Clothing should not dominate or take the attention away from the people in the portrait. Clothing with light and dark stripes, big prints or a large design on the front are not recommended. Clothing with small patterns, or medium shades of blue, red, brown, mauve, green, purple or gray are very good. These photograph well on most everyone.
In portraits with several people, light clothing will "stand out" while navy or black will show very dark, and almost disappear in most background settings. With families, matching your clothing is the best option. This doesn't mean matching shirts, ladies should wear a feminine shirt and the men should wear a guy shirt. Please check your clothing to make sure that all buttons, belts and accessories are all accounted for. Remember, your clothing should be a reflection of your personality, not steal the show. I can give you some suggestions that will make it easier for you to decide.
HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS:
Please BE SURE to agree with your parents on clothing and hairstyles so that you will all be pleased. Bring YOUR favorite outfit and those that MOM likes too, and we will do them BOTH.
Makeup, Beards, and Hair
Be sure hair is clean and groomed in a style that you like. What you see in the mirror is what the camera also sees. PLEASE DO NOT experiment with a new hairstyle or color for your sitting!
Men should have a fresh shave, as there is no way to remove a "five o'clock shadow". Beards or mustaches are great but should be neatly trimmed.
Even with the men, I highly recommend allowing us, or you, to cover blemishes at the studio just prior to taking your portraits. Others can be fixed in retouch at the developing stage. If you do have a skin problem, I can advise you when you order if this will be necessary.
Ladies, please wear your normal amount of makeup, accentuating A LITTLE on the eyes. Lip-gloss will help your lips from looking dry. And a little powder will help avoid an oily appearance.
Glasses
If you always wear glasses, then you should wear them in your portraits. HOWEVER, since light glares on the lenses are hard to prevent, please have the lenses removed or barrow a pair of empty frames from your eye doctor. This expense will be eliminated by barrowing a pair of empty frames. Photo-gray (lenses that go dark in the sun) must be removed prior to the sitting. The best option, GET EMPTY FRAMES!
The Great Outdoors
I do my best to take those wonderful outdoor portraits that you want, but obviously I cannot control the weather conditions. We cannot be responsible for unforeseen problems caused by wind, heat, cold or sunspots. However, these are usually minor and can be retouched for a slight extra charge. If outdoor portraits are a must, and conditions are beyond retouch capabilities, I will do my best to find a reschedule date that works for us both.
Pets
I love to take pictures of you with your pet, but you MUST have someone along to keep the pet under control. No pet can be left unattended.
Expressions
Facial expression is the most important thing to your portrait. It is urgent that you get real, natural expressions. Almost everyone is a little nervous, that is to be expected. But if you just be yourself and let your personality flow through, your portraits will be GREAT.
VERY IMPORTANT FOR PARENTS BRINGING IN CHILDREN:
It is urgent that you DO NOT prompt your children for days prior to the sitting to be sure and "smile, smile, smile". This will create fake, unnatural smiles. It is usually no problem to get a "real" smile from children that have not been prompted by their parents to smile. DON'T FORGET TO BRING THEIR FAVORITE TOYS for a one of a kind portrait that truly is theirs alone and looks like no one elses!!!
ALSO FOR PARENTS COMING WITH SENIORS:
If I feel that your senior will be more comfortable with you away from where we are photographing, PLEASE do not be offended if I ask you to leave for a while. I am a mother also, and I know the temptation to keep giving our "two-cents" on their hair, collar, smile or head positioning. It will cause nervousness for everyone. So please leave this decision up to me to make. Thank you in advance for this one.
Simple, classic outfits are best, as they will not date your portrait. Clothing should not dominate or take the attention away from the people in the portrait. Clothing with light and dark stripes, big prints or a large design on the front are not recommended. Clothing with small patterns, or medium shades of blue, red, brown, mauve, green, purple or gray are very good. These photograph well on most everyone.
In portraits with several people, light clothing will "stand out" while navy or black will show very dark, and almost disappear in most background settings. With families, matching your clothing is the best option. This doesn't mean matching shirts, ladies should wear a feminine shirt and the men should wear a guy shirt. Please check your clothing to make sure that all buttons, belts and accessories are all accounted for. Remember, your clothing should be a reflection of your personality, not steal the show. I can give you some suggestions that will make it easier for you to decide.
HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS:
Please BE SURE to agree with your parents on clothing and hairstyles so that you will all be pleased. Bring YOUR favorite outfit and those that MOM likes too, and we will do them BOTH.
Makeup, Beards, and Hair
Be sure hair is clean and groomed in a style that you like. What you see in the mirror is what the camera also sees. PLEASE DO NOT experiment with a new hairstyle or color for your sitting!
Men should have a fresh shave, as there is no way to remove a "five o'clock shadow". Beards or mustaches are great but should be neatly trimmed.
Even with the men, I highly recommend allowing us, or you, to cover blemishes at the studio just prior to taking your portraits. Others can be fixed in retouch at the developing stage. If you do have a skin problem, I can advise you when you order if this will be necessary.
Ladies, please wear your normal amount of makeup, accentuating A LITTLE on the eyes. Lip-gloss will help your lips from looking dry. And a little powder will help avoid an oily appearance.
Glasses
If you always wear glasses, then you should wear them in your portraits. HOWEVER, since light glares on the lenses are hard to prevent, please have the lenses removed or barrow a pair of empty frames from your eye doctor. This expense will be eliminated by barrowing a pair of empty frames. Photo-gray (lenses that go dark in the sun) must be removed prior to the sitting. The best option, GET EMPTY FRAMES!
The Great Outdoors
I do my best to take those wonderful outdoor portraits that you want, but obviously I cannot control the weather conditions. We cannot be responsible for unforeseen problems caused by wind, heat, cold or sunspots. However, these are usually minor and can be retouched for a slight extra charge. If outdoor portraits are a must, and conditions are beyond retouch capabilities, I will do my best to find a reschedule date that works for us both.
Pets
I love to take pictures of you with your pet, but you MUST have someone along to keep the pet under control. No pet can be left unattended.
Expressions
Facial expression is the most important thing to your portrait. It is urgent that you get real, natural expressions. Almost everyone is a little nervous, that is to be expected. But if you just be yourself and let your personality flow through, your portraits will be GREAT.
VERY IMPORTANT FOR PARENTS BRINGING IN CHILDREN:
It is urgent that you DO NOT prompt your children for days prior to the sitting to be sure and "smile, smile, smile". This will create fake, unnatural smiles. It is usually no problem to get a "real" smile from children that have not been prompted by their parents to smile. DON'T FORGET TO BRING THEIR FAVORITE TOYS for a one of a kind portrait that truly is theirs alone and looks like no one elses!!!
ALSO FOR PARENTS COMING WITH SENIORS:
If I feel that your senior will be more comfortable with you away from where we are photographing, PLEASE do not be offended if I ask you to leave for a while. I am a mother also, and I know the temptation to keep giving our "two-cents" on their hair, collar, smile or head positioning. It will cause nervousness for everyone. So please leave this decision up to me to make. Thank you in advance for this one.
High School Seniors Check List
Please bring things that reflect your personality. Feel free to bring ANY props that may
help. If in doubt, bring it! Help to make your sitting different and unique!
__EMPTY GLASSES FRAMES (if you wear them)
__Sports Items (balls, bats, helmets)
__Uniforms and Letter Jacket (clean, pressed)
__Clean Car, Motorcycle, Bike
__Pets (groomed w/ collar and leash, don.t forget a dog brush, their favorite toy and
treats)
__Awards or Medals (mounted on a black felt board, NO glass, works best.)
__Hobby or Club Items (FFA, 4H, ect. Jackets or signs)
__Special Pictures, Toys or stuffed animals from childhood, Mementos
__Casual and Dress Clothes, Shoes and Jewelry
__Sunglasses
__Favorite Books or Bible
Seniors: I will do a mini-friendship pose with your friends, boyfriend/girlfriend or
brothers and sisters at no extra charge. This will only consist of a few shots usually at
the beginning of the sitting.
