secrets

If you have any specific questions or concerns,
don't hesitate to call.

· Get plenty of rest the night before your session so
that you look your best.

     · Don't change your hairstyle just before you have
       your portrait taken or have a haircut less than
       a week before your appointment.

     · Bring in items that reflect your personality:
       musical instruments, pets, cars, friends, a letter
       jacket, a class ring or anything else you can think
       of. Personal props can really personalize a photo.

· Bring some favorite CDs to listen to during
your session.

· Most importantly, RELAX and just be yourself.

     · Choose a variety of outfits for the session you
       choose. Outfits may be traditional, casual, formal
       or semi-formal. You are welcome to bring clothing
       that reflects your interest in a certain sport/hobby.

     · Coordinate your outfit from head to toe. Some
       poses will show your shoes, so don't forget to
       bring shoes and socks for each outfit - or plan
       a pose barefoot.

· Long- sleeve dresses and shirts are recommended
unless combined with a special outfit.

· Shoes should be polished, without scuff marks.
Sneakers should be clean.

· Be sure clothing is ironed. Wrinkles will show and
cannot be retouched.

· Nails and hands should be looking their best since
they will show in your portraits.

· Do not get sunburn or a dark tan. Tan lines
cannot be retouched.

· Earth tones are often best for outdoor portraits.

· Your face should be the focal point of the portrait.
Busy patterns or loud colors can be distracting.

· Keep the tonal range of clothing in the same group.
Don't mix light and dark colors in the same outfit.

     · Choose colors that will best complement your
       skin tone. Avoid light yellows and greens as they
       may affect your skin color in the final portrait.

· Darker colors minimize body size.

· Don't forget jewelry or any necessary hair spray
and makeup for touch-ups during the session.

· Be freshly shaved for the photo session.
"Five o'clock Shadow" cannot be removed.

     · If you are wearing a shirt and jacket, it is best to
       select a shirt that is a solid color and a necktie
       without a busy pattern.