Having your portrait taken can actually be fun. Really. Bring your sense of humor with you and
the photographer will bring his. Take a deep breath and relax. It really will be OK. Here's some suggestions from Dwight Cendrowski to help everything go smoothly.
Men
- Morning is optimal. Shave carefully or trim your beard for the best look. If the portrait has
to be later in the day, think about bringing your razor for a quick touch-up.
- Dark solid suit with white or light colored, pressed shirt. Use a tie that shows your personality, just not too wild. Tight knot. You might want to bring several to review with the photographer
- Don't get a haircut right before the shoot.
- For head to toe portraits, be sure you have good, polished dress shoes.
Women
- Dark business suit without stripes and wrinkle-free white or pastel blouse. Women have more
leeway with suits than men, so use your favorite color. Darker colors usually work best.
- Hair combed and brushed. Hair spray to tame stray hairs.
- Jewelry should be kept simple and short so as not to disappear into the blouse.
- Makeup and lipstick as you might for a formal night out. Natural translucent powder to keep the shine down and smooth out skin tones, even if you don't wear makeup. Avoid frosts or loud colors.
- Don't use a new facial product the day before the shoot in case you have a reaction.
Everyone
- If you normally wear glasses it's usually best to wear them for the photo. We can also try it
without glasses. Non-glare coating is great for eliminating reflections.
- Well fitting clothes but not too tight. Avoid busy patterns, plaids, checks and turtlenecks.
- If you can't decide what looks best on you, bring several outfits to consult with the photographer. It's best to wear something you like and feel comfortable in.
- Let the photographer know if you have a retouching request.
- We'll try a variety of angles, positions and expressions. If you have a better side that you think is more flattering, let us know.
the photographer will bring his. Take a deep breath and relax. It really will be OK. Here's some suggestions from Dwight Cendrowski to help everything go smoothly.
Men
- Morning is optimal. Shave carefully or trim your beard for the best look. If the portrait has
to be later in the day, think about bringing your razor for a quick touch-up.
- Dark solid suit with white or light colored, pressed shirt. Use a tie that shows your personality, just not too wild. Tight knot. You might want to bring several to review with the photographer
- Don't get a haircut right before the shoot.
- For head to toe portraits, be sure you have good, polished dress shoes.
Women
- Dark business suit without stripes and wrinkle-free white or pastel blouse. Women have more
leeway with suits than men, so use your favorite color. Darker colors usually work best.
- Hair combed and brushed. Hair spray to tame stray hairs.
- Jewelry should be kept simple and short so as not to disappear into the blouse.
- Makeup and lipstick as you might for a formal night out. Natural translucent powder to keep the shine down and smooth out skin tones, even if you don't wear makeup. Avoid frosts or loud colors.
- Don't use a new facial product the day before the shoot in case you have a reaction.
Everyone
- If you normally wear glasses it's usually best to wear them for the photo. We can also try it
without glasses. Non-glare coating is great for eliminating reflections.
- Well fitting clothes but not too tight. Avoid busy patterns, plaids, checks and turtlenecks.
- If you can't decide what looks best on you, bring several outfits to consult with the photographer. It's best to wear something you like and feel comfortable in.
- Let the photographer know if you have a retouching request.
- We'll try a variety of angles, positions and expressions. If you have a better side that you think is more flattering, let us know.
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