Headshot Prep Guide
Simple tips and tricks to make the most of your headshot session!
A great headshot is all about you and your amazing expression. Everything else is meant to compliment that without taking over. But attention to the details will bring the perfect polish to your look!
WHAT TO WEAR
Simple and clean wins every time! Solid colors and subtle patterns are best… avoid bright colors and strong patterns so you remain the focus. Minimal and understated jewelry also keeps the focus on you.
Be sure your clothes are clean and pressed. A nice crisp collar on a dress shirt is polished and professional. Relaxed collars are fine too if that is the intended style of the shirt (casual shirts or women’s soft blouses).
Well-fitting clothes look great. Too baggy or too tight won’t be flattering.
Dress the part! You’ll want to dress to the formality of your industry.
WOMEN - Sleeves are better than sleeveless for a corporate look.
HAIR
Style your hair the way you normally would. If you plan to get a haircut or color before, I recommend doing it at least 3-7 days before so it’s not “too fresh”.
Bring a small kit of some of your hair products for touchups… a brush/comb, hairspray, gel, etc.
MEN - Have beards or mustaches very neatly groomed, as well as brows… and don’t forget nose and ears!
WOMEN - Style as usual and don’t be afraid of plenty of volume! If you have longer hair, feel free to bring an elastic and we can do some with a ponytail, too!
MAKEUP
Natural, simple and clean makeup looks best. Avoid makeup with SPF, and shimmer in eyeshadow or blush because it doesn’t photograph well. Avoid heavy contouring. Avoid matte lipsticks. Do not apply strong lip color… if that is what you normally wear just bring it with you and we can always go darker but you can’t really go lighter, so let’s make that call at the time.
THE WEEK LEADING UP TO YOUR SESSION
Drink plenty of water and get lots of sleep. That always makes you look refreshed and your best!
Exfoliate and moisturize.
If you decide to get a facial or do waxing, be sure it is several days before your session, just in case it causes any temporary redness or blemishes.
Avoid the sun, and wear sunscreen if you are outdoors. Also, spray tans don’t usually look very natural in camera, so let’s go with your natural beauty!
And relax… I will guide you every step of the way and we will have a fun time!