How to Prepare for Portrait Sessions

Probably one of the most frequent questions a photographer gets is: “And what exactly should I wear?” Something about planning what to wear for photo-shoots strikes terror into the heart of just about every woman (and even some men). The true point is that it is not hard at all.
There are four things you should take into consideration:

• Texture
• Low contrast
• Accessories
• Make up

Probably one of the best looks for photos is a monochromatic look. Grey and brown are flattering for most young women and are simple to match and mix making outfit changes much simpler. In this look, it is crucial to work with several textures to create interest for the eye.
No doubt, it is very fun to have very lively colors for the outfit. On the other hand, when the outfit is extremely vibrant the very first thing you notice is the color itself and not the person who is on the photo. So, dress in similar hues to avoid drawing the eye away from the faces and consider wearing very toned down colors to help the face stand out more.
Accessories – always keep them in mind. Hats, earrings, necklaces, scarves, bracelets, and watch are just some of the accessories to consider. The thing about accessories is that they create that pulled-together, finished appearance. Also, even in case your boots will not be photographed, think about the footwear. Some of the most popular accessories are the hats. They are really awesome accessories for portraits. They definitely put the focus right where it should belong – on your eyes. However, do not over-accessorize! Photographers working for professional studios such as JCPenney Portrait Studios will advise you the same thing.
Last but not the least comes the make-up.  Here are some useful tips for making the photo shoot perfect; prepare your skin because pimples are not beautiful. You cover pimples with make-up, however sometimes the oil just soaks right through and then you look like a total mess. Get a thicker formulated foundation and not the sheers ones which are used in daily applications. This way all blemishes are covered easily. Make sure you contour cheeks and eyes to create a sculpted look. Overall application simply has to be with a heavier touch when compared to daily make up because the flash of the digital camera can wash you out. And finally, use liner and lipstick of same color, in a shade darker when compared to your natural lip color.