What should I do with my hands?

I suggest putting your hands in pockets, holding hands, linking arms, placing on your partners chest or lower back, resting your hand on someones shoulder, holding onto your jacket, holding a dress to the side, brushing your hair away, adjusting your glasses, under you chin, holding your partners face.

 

posing tips

The goal is to feel flexible for more photos options. so don't wear anything that is too tight, needs constant adjustments or is not comfortable to move or walk around in. Always slightly lean your head + neck forward towards the camera when facing it from the front or side. Don't scrunch back when you smile or to make your face or body closer to someone else.

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How to look and feel your best

It's all about your mindset and knowing your personal preferences, but also please know that I got you and often shoot a wide variety so you have options for favorites. We are human and it's normal + natural to not love every single photo because nobody is used to seeing every angle of their face/body. Practicing in a mirror is helpful and taking a full circle video of yourself in your outfit is helpful. Communicating with me is also helpful because being overly critical and hyper-focusing on insecurities can be eased with an open line of communication. We all love flattering photos where we think “dang I look good” and my goal is to give you that.

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how to make it A GOOD EXPERIENCE

An open line of communication. I do everything in my power to create amazing portraits. You are hiring me for a reason and I want you to have the best experience! If there is something that you are concerned about before or during the session please just open up and tell me in the mini questionnaire I send you so I can make notes and be mindful during our time together.

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empty your pockets

The goal is to be hands free without anything noticeable in your pockets or having to always set a bag down. Leave bags in the car. You can throw your keys and phone into my camera bag or I can carry them in my pockets. Minimalism is best.

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set your tone

You can set the tone by being relaxed, allowing enough time to get ready and be prepared as you possibly can be. Make your session the highlight of your day. Don't run a bunch of errands and pack your schedule full preparing outfits or appointments on the day of. Pad your timeline for hair/makeup/nails/barber. For families, consider nap times and meal times for your littles when scheduling.

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how many images?

This is dependent on each session as no two sessions are alike. I provide an estimate of the minimum number of images you will receive and galleries range from 15-100 images. I deliver digital files so you can print on your own.

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50% candid + 50% prompts = 100% chill experience 

Typically the photos I take are half prompts and half candid. I will direct you but I also keep clicking to capture your ongoing movements and interactions. 

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work mode

When I am photographing sessions or events I go into work mode. My eyes are scanning the area and I am forever searching for the best light. Sometimes I stop mid-sentence to take a photo and that's because I am in the zone. I will dive into giving you directions and prompts but feel free to stop me at any time to offer suggestions, adjust or throw out some ideas too.

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after your session

Portrait and Engagement galleries are ready within 6 weeks. I send a link to your online gallery via email and you are able to download the images and print on your own, there is also an option to print directly through the online gallery at the professional lab. Pro tip: print your photos first and/or select your favorites for an album. Jumping straight to sharing them on social media often delays printing them out.

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