Before Your Session

QUESTIONNAIRE

We have put together a questionnaire, which will help us get to know you and your family better and plan for your session. Our job as artists is to create work that is meaningful to you, and the best chance of doing that is if you open up about the things that matter the most to you. By getting to know you better, we'll be able to create work that feels like stepping into a memory of your family's story as you are right now.

 WHAT TO WEAR

Choosing your clothing is one of the key elements to creating great imagery, and I want to do everything I can to help guide you in this process. Be mindful of prints and logos. An excess of logos, even from luxury brands, is not elegant. Choose a timeless look instead.

I recommend looking for pieces that are in a neutral, solid, muted color palette because they work with any home decor and stand the test of time. Warm Earthy Neutral tones (such as cream or blush) with some cool colors (grey, light blue) mixed in are always timeless. If you are interested in choosing a darker color, look for deeper neutral tones such as hunter green. The reason why I don't recommend bright colors or busy patterns is that they can distract from the focus of the images, or date with time.

Consider including accessory pieces, like a hat or a blazer. Consider undressing and simply wear a lacy panties with a bralette.

One of the most common concerns I hear from moms-to-be is about how their arms look in photos during pregnancy. If that’s something you're even a little worried about, I strongly recommend choosing a long-sleeve outfit. Since we’ll capture some natural movement and angles, it’s hard to avoid showing arms, and long sleeves can help you feel more confident and comfortable.

With your phone, take a picture of the wardrobe of everyone who will be photographed, and send it to us by email or sms. Make sure to have all pieces together, so I can see how they look as a group. After seeing this picture, I can give you my feedback and instructions, if any.

THINGS TO CONSIDER IN ADVANCE

Keep your hair well cared for and your ends trimmed for a healthy look. Try simple, elegant hairstyles that complement your personal style without overdoing it.

If you do your own makeup, please make sure that it matches your natural skin tone. Don’t put too much makeup on to cover up a blemish. It is normally easier to correct a blemish in editing than to correct too much makeup. When in doubt, remember that your makeup should never stand out more than you. It’s just a tool to conceal imperfections and enhance your natural beauty.

Pay close attention to your nails. Many of the photographs will focus on your hands. Consider treating yourself to a manicure and pedicure so they look picture perfect! Soft polish colors or natural nails are best.

Consider how you feel about varying levels of undress in your photographs, and the final look that you want in your pictures. Please don’t hesitate to tell me if you are not comfortable in certain poses or with a certain body part uncovered.

NEXT STEP: Please let us know when you finish reading this Prep Guide, answer the Questionnaire, and select your outfit (or a couple), so we can schedule our Discovery Call to discuss your wardrobe and goals.