Working Together
Preparing for your headshot session is key. Me (the photographer), and you are a team in this endeavor. I want you to get the most out of your investment in a headshot, and be prepared for the shoot. The idea behind a professional headshot is to capture you, but you on your best day!
I will help find your best angles. Some people are righties, while some are best on their left side. Some people are even ambifacial! I will sort it all out for you once we begin shooting!
Essential Preparation Steps
Skin Care
The state of your skin on the shoot date depends highly on:
- Amount of sleep you had the night before
- Overall stress level
- Hydration
- Sun exposure
Get plenty of rest the night before. Sleeplessness is often a symptom of stress. We don’t want any stress conveyed in your headshot.
Hydration
Don’t let water be the thing that keeps you away from a great headshot! Everyone knows they should be drinking more water, but I want you to actually do it (at least for the days leading up to your session). Nicely hydrated skin is another wrinkle killer and keeps the skin tones looking more even.
Sun Exposure
Don’t sunbath at the beach two days before your session. Obviously too much sun exposure can damage skin cells, which in turn irritates the skin on your face, which is the main subject of the shoot.
Clothing Guidelines
The clothes you are planning on wearing are very important to the overall look of the shots. We want you to look put together, and clothing plays a big part in that. Neither baggy, nor clothing that is too tight help with displaying the best “you” to the world.
What to Bring
- Multiple clothing options
- Glasses (if you wear them)
- Various jacket/shirt combinations
- Casual options you feel comfortable in
Jewelry Considerations
Try to keep it to a minimum – small studs might work well if you are into wearing earrings.
Makeup Guidelines
With makeup, I like to keep it simple:
- Natural looking application
- Maintain natural skin tone
- Stay true to your normal everyday look
You can read more about how to handle makeup for your headshots here.
Looking to get your own headshots done? Located near or able to travel to Philadelphia? Schedule below!
