Essential Guide

Your Essential Guide to Prepare for Your Epic Photoshoot!


Welcome to your essential guide. From your radiant face to your impeccably groomed hands and feet, we'll walk you through every step to ensure you shine with confidence in front of the camera. Let's dive in and get you ready to dazzle!

A Guide for Women and Young Ladies


SKIN

  • Prioritize Skin Hydration: Begin moisturizing your skin to prevent dryness. Establish a skincare routine that suits your skin type and stick to it consistently for optimal results.
  • Prepare for Hair Removal: A clean shaven look is best. Be sure to shave any areas that will be seen in your outfits. If it's your first time shaving, consider using a moisturizing shaving lotion specifically formulated for sensitive skin, such as St. Ives Naturally Soothing Oatmeal & Shaving Butter, which can help soothe the skin both during and after shaving and help prevent redness, bumps and cuts. Opt for a quality razor with 3 or more blades and moisturizing pads, especially on sensitive skin.
  • Timing Your Tan: If planning a spray tan, be aware that it may result in blotchy or stained-looking skin, especially if done without professional expertise. Schedule your spray tan well in advance before your photoshoot to allow time for any intensity to subside. Similarly, if visiting a tanning salon, aim to have your final tanning session a few days prior to the shoot to minimize redness, particularly on the face, and allow your skin to settle.
  • Safety: If you engage in sports or activities that could result in bruises or injuries, consider minimizing them in the days before your photoshoot to maintain smooth skin.


EYES

  • Prioritize Sleep: The best advice from experts is to ensure you get plenty of rest. This is often cited as the number one recommendation for optimal well-being and appearance.
  • Hydrate Your Skin: Search for and integrate a hydrating eye cream, including under-eye hydrating creams, into your skincare routine.
  • Allergies: Consider addressing any allergies on the morning of your photoshoot.
  • Eye Bags: If you experience eye bags, consider using a cold compress each morning for approximately 3 minutes. Try chilling two spoons in the freezer overnight, then gently apply one to each eye and hold for 3 minutes. Repeat this daily. Feel free to reach out to us for a personal recommendation from our makeup artist on products that can be beneficial in treating eye bags.


HANDS & FEET

  • Manicure & Pedicure: Schedule a manicure and pedicure a couple of days before your photoshoot to ensure your fingernails and toenails look their best. Avoid scheduling them on the day of the shoot to allow time for any potential issues to be addressed beforehand.
  • Nail Colours: Consider coordinating the colors of your toes and fingers for a more cohesive aesthetic, although it's not required. Opt for a French Manicure or Natural Color unless directed otherwise by our stylist.
  • Prioritize Skin Hydration: Begin a moisturizing routine for your hands and feet to prevent dryness.


LIPS

  • Prioritize Hydration: Start moisturizing your lips to prevent dryness. Using a lip balm on the week leading up to your photoshoot can help keep your lips looking their best.


POSING

  • Posing: Study the posing tips below to ensure a smoother photoshoot and better image results. Digital images capture intricate details, so it's crucial to present your best self during the session.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Ladies, this guide offers helpful guidelines to assist you in looking and feeling your best when you arrive for your photoshoot. While not mandatory, these suggestions are thoughtfully selected to enhance your experience and optimize the outcome of your session. From skincare tips to wardrobe advice, we aim to provide comprehensive support to help you radiate confidence and charm in front of the camera. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us for additional recommendations.

Female Posing Tips

Delicate relaxed hands

Think Ballet Hands

Show the sides of the hand

always Point Your Toes

Think Ballet FEET

Point your feet even in Shoes

Create Angles

Have fun Creating Angles

Get Creative With Angles

You don't need to be a model to pose like one, so remember to have fun! Enjoy the process of striking a pose and own it with confidence. Your beauty will naturally shine through. We'll take care of the rest and ensure you look like a star.

A Guide for Gentlemen and Young Men


OVERALL

  • Prioritize Skin Hydration: Begin moisturizing your skin as soon as possible. Establish a skincare routine that suits your skin type and stick to it consistently for optimal results. integrate a hydrating eye cream, including under-eye hydrating creams, into your skincare routine. Don't forget your hands and/or feet (if barefoot). Digital images capture intricate details, so it's crucial to present your best self during the session.
  • Prioritize Sleep: The best advice from experts is to ensure you get plenty of rest. This is often cited as the number one recommendation for optimal well-being and appearance.
  • Safety: If you engage in sports or activities that could result in bruises or injuries, consider minimizing them in the days before your photoshoot to maintain smooth skin.
  • Hair Removal: If you are shaving the day of your photoshoot, use a moisturizing shaving lotion such as St. Ives Naturally Soothing Oatmeal & Shaving Butter to soothe the skin both during and after shaving. Opt for a quality razor with 3 or more blades and moisturizing pads to prevent burns and cuts, especially on sensitive skin.
  • Timing Your Tan: If planning a spray tan, be aware that it may result in blotchy or stained-looking skin, especially if done without professional expertise. Schedule your spray tan well in advance before your photoshoot to allow time for any intensity to subside. Similarly, if visiting a tanning salon, aim to have your final tanning session a few days prior to the shoot to minimize redness, particularly on the face, and allow your skin to settle.
  • Posing: Study posing tips below to ensure a smoother photoshoot and better image results. Digital images capture intricate details, so it's crucial to present your best self during the session.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Gentlemen, this guide offers helpful guidelines to assist you in looking and feeling your best when you arrive for your photoshoot. While not mandatory, these suggestions are thoughtfully selected to enhance your experience and optimize the outcome of your session. From skincare tips to wardrobe advice, we aim to provide comprehensive support to help you radiate confidence and charm in front of the camera. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us for additional recommendations.

Male Posing Tips

wide strong hands

tuck in your thumb

show the back of hands

strong & forward

make angles

wide stance

Strong Chin Forward

Strong gaze

Use hands and brows for A COOL LOOK

You don't need professional experience to pose like a pro. Embrace the moment, own your stance, exude confidence and strength. Your charisma will shine naturally making you look like a superstar.

A Guide for Wardrobe


OVERALL

  • What to Wear: Are you inclined towards formal attire, or do you prefer a sporty look? Consider your hobbies and bring along outfits that reflect your interests. Whether it's casual wear, sporty attire, or clothing that showcases your hobbies, feel free to express your style. Teens, if you fancy formal wear, this could be a perfect occasion to reuse your prom dress or suit. Ladies, you're welcome to explore our extensive wardrobe and borrow a gown for the session. Gentlemen, feel free to bring your favourite outfits.
  • High-Fashion & Editorial: For our exclusive 'High-Fashion' and 'Editorial' photoshoots, we recommend that ladies bring their top three formal outfits. Upon booking your photoshoot, you'll gain access to our extensive wardrobe selection.
  • Teen & Senior Portraits: For our exclusive 'Teen' & 'Teen Senior' photoshoots, we suggest teens consider reusing their prom dress or suit. Please bring no more than 3 outfits in total for the session. Our stylist has fantastic ideas to assist you in selecting the perfect outfit for your photoshoot.
  • Family Portraits: For parents with younger children, it's helpful to check for any stray food or stains on their children's clothing to ensure a polished appearance in the photos. Opt for coordinating colors in your wardrobe selection to enhance the overall aesthetic of the photos. Double-check to ensure no diapers are showing and consider bringing along any necessary items to keep the children comfortable during the session. Families with older children or teenagers also opt for coordinating colors in your wardrobe selection to enhance the overall aesthetic of the photos. Paying attention to these details will help ensure a smooth and successful photoshoot, capturing beautiful memories for years to come.
  • Undergarments: Ladies, we recommend wearing skin-colored undergarments and a strapless bra on the day of your photoshoot to ensure they are not visible through your clothing. Gentlemen, wear what's most comfortable. Please ensure there are no outlines of your undergarments through your clothes.
  • Shoes: Don't forget to bring your favorite shoes! Our stylist will be on hand to offer advice and address any concerns or questions you may have.
  • Things To Avoid: We highly recommend avoiding clothing with busy, tight patterns and thin stripes, as they can cause unwanted anomalies in the images that are difficult to remove during post-processing.
  • Final Tip: Seize this opportunity to showcase your interests and personality to the world—dress to impress!

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