Preparing for your consultation:
We want you to share your vision for your photographs. Bring photos or magazine clippings of what you like. Together we will come up with a fun and creative plan for your session. Bring clothing ideas and even bring samples of what you would like to wear. We will guide you to clothing that will make the best photographs.

Preparing for you session, Come Relaxed and ready to just be yourself.

Makeup:
Don't wear any more makeup than you normally do. Keep it clean and simple and
avoid glitter, shimmery foundations and shadows . . . they can appear to be shiny skin!
Avoid getting a sunburn before your session.

Clothing:
Wear simple clothing with no or minimal patterns or bright colors. Avoid Trendy clothing that may be out of style when your photograph is seen years down the road. Avoid shoulder-padded clothing.
Choose long sleeved shirts or sweaters rather than short-sleeved.
For two or more subjects in the portrait, it is especially important to dress in the same color(s) to capture their relationship. Bring extra clothes "just in case", and we will help you decide if something else would coordinate better.
Avoid large jewelry.
For a Relationship series portrait wear a simple long sleeve black shirt without a typical collar. Turtle neck or crew neck shirts work great. We have a selection of shirts and tops you can wear if needed.
If Black and white Photographs are wanted, wear solid colors, patterns tend to be distracting, especially in group photos
Casual outfits in earth tones work best for outdoor photographs.
For groups the best result is achieved when you decide upon a "color palette" when organizing your group. For example, all wear blue, khaki and cream, or pastels. While your group does not have to match completely, it is nice if you all look like you are going to the same event, not one of you to the opera and the rest of you to the ball game.

Maternity:
Wear something soft without elastic or straps that can leave marks on your skin. Bring along a soft silky robe or any item that is special or comfortable for you. Another nice accessory is a scarf, blanket, sheet or other fabric.