Preparation is key to being relaxed, making sure you have the right wardrobe and ensuring you look your best for your shoot. The more you put into preparing for the shoot, the better your images will be! The clients who have had the best shoots have followed the following steps:
1. PLAN YOUR OUTFITS
As soon as you book your shoot, go into your closet and pull 4-5 outfits that you love to wear. If you don’t have 4 outfits, giving yourself enough time to shop, borrow or rent is critical. Text me images or your outfits and I can let you know if you are on the right track. This also gives me time plan backgrounds, lighting set-ups and the overall mood of your images.
If you are still unsure about your wardrobe, consider hiring a stylist. I work with talented stylists who can evaluate your closet or go shopping with you to ensure you have outfits that you will feel good and will photograph well.
2. PREP YOUR SKIN
Getting a facial several days before the shoot is a fantastic idea. Do not get one the day before, just in case your skin has a reaction. A sheet mask the night before your shoot is a great way to ensure your skin looks hydrated and your makeup goes on well.
3. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF
Get a good night’s sleep, don’t drink the night before your shoot and eat a good breakfast the morning of the shoot. Good health equals feeling good and feeling good equals looking good.
4. PACK FOR YOUR SHOOT THE NIGHT BEFORE
Make sure you have everything you need packed, including accessories, undergarments, shoes etc.
GET INTO THE RIGHT STATE-OF-MIND
1.Intend to have a good time. Intention can transform an entire experience. Set your intention and it will manifest. Even if you feel anxious, if you set out to make it a good experience, it will be!
2. Reframe nervousness into excitement. Whenever you do something you haven’t done, it can come with some edginess. Know that this is because you want to do well. See it as excitement and you will have a better shoot.
ON THE DAY OF THE SHOOT
1. Meditate, work out, dance, go for a walk or do whatever gets you in a positive state on the morning of your shoot.
2. Eat a good breakfast. Drink lots of water. Not too much caffeine.
3. TRUST THE PHOTOGRAPHER! You may feel self conscious about various aspects of your appearance. This is normal. Trust your photographer to minimize certain things and bring out your best features. When you hire someone whose work resonates with you, know that you are in good hands!