A pre-shoot consultation with your photographer is a great way to learn how to prepare for your headshot. Planning ahead gives you time to carefully choose just the right outfit to accentuate your features and to explore sample headshots and select the type of image you’d like.
1) How to prepare for a headshot
Careful preparation can help you get the very best out of your professional headshot photography session. A pre-shoot consultation with your photographer will help you fine-tune important details such as your:
· Wardrobe choices
· Hairstyling
· Makeup
· Accessories
· Backdrop
· Pose
Whether this is your first set of headshots or you're refreshing your existing image, it’s also useful to look through a portfolio of images to see which style catches your eye. Take a moment to check out your competitors in the field; that kind of photo research will help you pick an outfit and pose that work. If you want to stand out from the crowd, though, don't be afraid to try something different!
2) How should I dress for a headshot?
Clothes really can make or break your professional headshot session. Choose an outfit that best reflects your vocation. Business attire is commonplace for corporate headshots. If you’re in another profession, you might opt for a less formal look. Avoid patterns and fussy necklines, and choose colors that work well with your skin tone.
Sometimes, though, we can see which outfits fit your features only once the stage is set. Good thing our headshot packages offer you the option of multiple wardrobe changes.
3) How do I prepare my face for a headshot?
You'll want to look fresh-faced and at your best in your headshot photos, so make sure you’re well-rested to keep those dark under-eye circles at bay. Take a few moments to exfoliate and deeply moisturize your skin the day before your session, and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
We know this all might sound easy; we also get that real life doesn’t always cooperate. That’s why we encourage you to schedule your headshot session for a time when you'll be able to fully focus on getting the best out of this personalized experience. Just after a draining week at work or a social whirlwind of a weekend is not ideal!
And don’t forget your hair and makeup. As with your wardrobe, how you choose to present yourself in your headshots is a highly personal decision. Rest assured that our team is here to help style your makeup and hair to really work with your features and illuminate your true self. Please let us know before your session if you’d like us to work our styling magic with these add-on services.
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