1. A good night’s rest will increase the quality of your portraits.

2. Neutral colors allow you to be the focus- not your clothing.

3. Sleeveless shirts will distract from your face.

4. Necklines like V-necks and turtlenecks flatter your face.

5. Bright colors have a tendency to overwhelm your face.

6. Stripes, plaids, and bold prints do not photograph well.

7. Musical instruments, sports items, or hobby and collectibles are great accents and add unique personality.

8. Glasses produce glare, which is expensive to retouch. We suggest removing lenses to avoid this problem.

9. Excessive or oversized jewelry tends to cause distraction, and is strongly discouraged for both males and females.

10. Have your hair trimmed and prepared before your portraits. Go light on hair products! Many products will cause excessive shine and highlights.

If you arrive at your session in a rush,
it will be obvious in the final product.