What to Wear

 "What do I Wear?"

Consider what you would like to do with the photos. If you are looking for an enlargement to place above the couch, consider the decor of the room and consider coordinating the colors of your clothing/style of the shoot so the finished portrait will fit in.

Let me know before the shoot if you have any specific ideas of what you'd like to do with your pictures. I went to a workshop with a photographer who told us he did an entire shoot, then learned that the couple wanted a portrait (up and down) photo for their invitations. He looked back through his pictures and realized he'd shot mostly landscape (sideways) - which most photographers will do. If you're not sure, just tell me and we'll shoot a variety! I want to make sure you end up with photos you love and can use.

Here are some suggestions:

Things TO Wear:

-Your session should reflect you! Wear or bring something that really captures your personality.
-Layers and bright, solid colors photograph really well. Love layers!
-Clothes that are in the same color scheme, but not all the same exact color - you'll look coordinated but not stuffy
-Accessories and props - particularly with kids and individual portrait sessions. Lollipops, balloons, balls, bikes, umbrellas, tutus, pets, wagons, etc. If you're not sure if it will look good in a picture, bring it and we'll try it for a few - you never know! Bring a bunch and we can play.
-Individuals and couples: a good mix of jeans, casual, and dress. My shoots include unlimited wardrobe changes, so if you can't decide between outfits, bring 'em all!


Things you might not want to wear:

- Solid white shirts (I like these on the beach, but in other locations they seem to take the attention away from faces)
- Plaids/thick stripes
- Tube tops - sometimes these look way cute in real life, and like muffin tops in pictures - just beware :)
- Families/Couples: the exact same shirts in the exact same colors - consider mixing it up a little!