Intro
Thanks for being a creative partner in our photoshoot! I’ve put together a few notes based on my experience that I feel will help the shoot go smoothly and give you a sense beforehand of how I typically work.
My photography style leans toward natural, everyday moments and portraits that feel real rather than heavily staged. Think more editorial "day in the life" than traditional posed portrait sessions. I usually aim for images that feel authentic, spontaneous, and unstaged, like we simply happened to step into a moment naturally.
Every shoot is different, and we may have come up with a concept that intentionally strays from these fundamentals.
Some sessions involve more direction than others. I generally try to keep posing fairly minimal and instead focus on movement, interaction, and natural expressions. If you're experienced and have posing ideas or movements that feel authentic to you, I’m always happy to incorporate them. I consider all of my shoots to be true collaborations, so your input is important.
Hair, Makeup & Styling
Hair, makeup, and styling should ideally be discussed in advance.
My work generally embraces a "less is more" approach:
• Minimal makeup is often preferred
• No makeup can work beautifully too
• Please plan to avoid fake eyelashes for our shoot style
• Hair is often best kept simple and natural
• Simple or natural nails often fit the style of my work best
• No makeup can work beautifully too
• Please plan to avoid fake eyelashes for our shoot style
• Hair is often best kept simple and natural
• Simple or natural nails often fit the style of my work best
Of course, every shoot has its own mood and direction, and we’ll adjust where appropriate.
Wardrobe
We typically shoot two to three different looks.
Please bring enough clothing for around three complete outfits. I also strongly encourage bringing more options than you think we'll need. Extra wardrobe pieces give us flexibility to mix and match, and some combinations work much better in photographs than they do on a hanger.
Please also consider undergarments as part of wardrobe planning. Certain bras, straps, seams, or heavily structured undergarments can sometimes show through clothing or become distracting in photographs. Bringing a few options can give us more flexibility depending on the outfit.
Accessories are always helpful:
• Hats
• Hair ties
• Footwear options
• Jewelry
• Bracelets
• Layers or jackets
• Scarves, mittens, sweaters, etc. for cooler weather
• Anything else that feels like "you"
• Hair ties
• Footwear options
• Jewelry
• Bracelets
• Layers or jackets
• Scarves, mittens, sweaters, etc. for cooler weather
• Anything else that feels like "you"
Comfort and Essentials
Please bring:
• Water
• Snacks if you'd like them
• Lotion (if preferred)
• Sunscreen if appropriate for the location or weather
• Snacks if you'd like them
• Lotion (if preferred)
• Sunscreen if appropriate for the location or weather
If music helps you relax or get into the spirit of the shoot, feel free to bring a Bluetooth speaker and playlist. If we'll be somewhere without cell coverage, download playlists in advance.
Most importantly:
• Come rested if possible
• Stay hydrated
• Arrive relaxed and comfortable
• Bring questions or concerns anytime
• Stay hydrated
• Arrive relaxed and comfortable
• Bring questions or concerns anytime
I do everything I can to keep shoots fun and low pressure. If there's anything that helps you feel more comfortable in front of the camera, or if you have ideas you'd like to explore, I'm always happy to discuss them beforehand.
My goal is for us to create images that feel natural and have a good time doing it.
Thank you!