Headshot Tips
You Are Going to Look AMAZING!
Tips and Tricks below that will help you look and feel your best the day of our headshot session
It’s a headshot, not a mugshot! Let’s have some fun!
Tips for WOMEN
HAIR + MAKEUP
I want you to look like you, just a polished-up version. I generally recommend neutral natural tones, applied lightly. We want to focus on you but not your makeup. If you are doing your own makeup, bring your makeup and hair products in case we need to do a little touch-up during the shoot.
Options
Should you choose to have a make-up artist, I can recommend one. Professional hair and makeup is suggested for your headshot session but is not necessary.
It is recommended to see your regular stylist prior to booking a session at our headshot studio. I do not suggest a drastic change in hairstyle prior to your session date as you may feel uncomfortable with a new look.
Please arrive with your hair styled and makeup ready to start your session. Have your hair styled as you normally would wear it. We want your headshot to look like you do in person.
Wardrobe
Your top (and jacket) is your most important accessory!
- Bring 4-5 new (or almost new) ironed solid color tops on hangers. Avoid white tops, unless you are wearing a jacket over it. We will decide together what will look best at the studio.
- Choose colors and tops with collars that are flattering and fit you well, especially around your neck and shoulders. A jacket is a nice way to change up the look.
- Make sure the clothing is comfortable and fits properly. Oversized clothing will make you look larger.
- Bring clothes that reflect the type of look you want to convey in your portrait.
- There is a dressing room at the studio for changing your outfits.
- Jewelry--Minimal if any, it can be distracting and date the photo over time.
Please have shirts ironed prior as wrinkles will show and will require additional retouching services ($)
Remember we want to focus on your face. When it comes to clothing choices, the most important thing about your wardrobe is that it doesn't distract attention from your face.
Practice
Watch the two 15-min YouTube Videos and practice in the mirror at least a day prior to your session. You will not need to remember every technique as I will coach you into position. However, you will be more prepared for your session and, instead of the ordinary headshot, you will achieve an EXTRAORDINARY one!
Tips for MEN
Hair
Style your hair as usual. Neatly groom all hair, this means beard, nose, eyebrows and ears…my camera picks up every detail. Be sure to be clean shaven…stubble will show and will require additional retouching services ($).
Wardrobe
Your shirt (and jacket) is your most important accessory!
- Bring 3 – 4 new or almost new solid-color, pressed shirts on hangers. Make sure each shirt fits you well around your neck.
- If you wear an undershirt that will show with an open collar, be sure it is new. It must have a pristine collar.
- A suit coat or a sports coat is a nice way to have an optional look. However, make sure it fits you well in the shoulders and neck.
Please have shirts ironed prior as wrinkles will show and will require additional retouching services ($)
Need a second opinion?
We’re here to help. Contact Us before your session and we’ll walk you through it.