How Best to Prepare for Your Portrait Session

To help you relax and get great results during the portrait session, we recommend these simple and effective suggestions from experienced, professional photographers.

Consider what to wear to best capture both age and personality. You will also want to consider bringing in personal items that have special meaning or highlight the occasion.

Choose a time and day that considers your family’s schedule and habits. Be sure to try on any selected outfits the day before the session.

Browse our Portrait Showcase and your favorite magazines for poses and looks, and share your preferences with the photographer. For in-depth session tips, select from the age, event and group links in the left menu. During the session, your photographer will try a variety of classic and contemporary poses to best capture the moment.

Make a list of the names of friends and family and what you would like to give them, that way, you’re sure to order enough portraits. You’ll also be ready to start sharing your portraits right away.

A little planning and preparation is your key to a successful portrait session; the photographer will review and bring all the choices together for you, ensuring memorable results.

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