The information below is an excerpt from my more detailed post: “Information Packet for New Models”
Something that most new models don’t realize is that the camera will pick up every little detail – the good as well as the bad – especially on close up portraits, so it’s very helpful and appreciated if a model will do what she can to maximize the good, and lessen the not so good.
- If you need to take care of any facial hair – do it at least two days before the session. This allows the redness to go away from plucked hairs.
- If it’s chapped lip season, make sure you use plenty of lip balm a couple of days before, and leading up to the session. Same with dry skin, use moisturizer to keep your skin healthy looking.
- Get plenty of sleep, and avoid alcoholic beverages the night before – lack of sleep and alcohol will make the blood vessels in your eyes stick out for a major case of bloodshot eyes!
- Of course, brush and floss teeth and don’t eat anything until after the session is over.
- Wear loose fitting clothing to the session. Tight fitting clothing can leave “red welts” where it fits the tightest that could be visible after changing into your session wardrobe.
- Be sure the clothing you’ll be wearing for the session is clean and free of stains, rips, lint and pet hairs.
- Don’t forget to bring your makeup and beauty accessories that you might need. (I provide a mirror)
- Make sure your nails are “clean”. Again, closeups will reveal every little detail!
HAVE FUN! Shooting these are a lot of fun, so relax and enjoy the time!