How to Prepare for Your Headshot Session
I send a guide to all my headshot clients detailing how to prepare for their session. Below I list some of my top tips. Remember these are guidelines to consider not hard and fast rules. You want to look and feel your best for your session!
Get a Good Night’s Sleep
Everyone looks better when he or she is well rested. Try to schedule your session when you know you can get to bed the night before at a reasonable hour.
Clothing Tips
*Bring two tops (or a jacket to put over a shirt). You will be surprised how important it is to get two different looks from your session. It is impossible to know ahead of time which one you will prefer.
*Avoid busy patterns and stripes.
*Avoid loose fitting clothing. It will only make you look bigger.
*Avoid short sleeves. It is not flattering to cut up your arms. Long sleeves, cap sleeves or 3/4 sleeves are preferable or sleeveless tops..
*Give some thought to your neckline (this is especially important for women).
*Choose colors that look good on you. Be deliberate.
Make Up Tips
*Make sure your skin is well moisturized.
*Wear foundation but don’t go overboard. Avoid “dewy” or “glowy” foundations. You want to avoid shine..
*Avoid sunscreen in your products which tend to make skin look shiny.
*Don’t go too heavy with your eye make-up. Neutral colors look best.
*Wear lip color that suits you and bring it along for retouching.
*Use powder to set your make-up and bring it along for blotting.
Hair Tips
* Consider getting your hair professionally done for the session.
*Don’t try a new hairstyle the day of your session.
*Avoid flyways with light hairspray.