WHAT TO BRING ON A SESSION

ACTORS      MODELS

Acting Headshots should be shot with solid colors, stay away from whites. Stripes and floral will take away from your face and so will straps, suspenders and short sleeves. I am not saying you need to purchase a new wardrobe, but models will buy clothes for a shoot and then return them. (Just a thought) Everything should be ironed and ready to shoot. If you are a dancer, remember to bring leotards or something to show your figure from at least 3/4's down. 

MEN

Business Look: Bring a business suit with a starchy shirt (not white) and an assortment of classic ties. A single breasted suit tends to photograph better than a double. All clothes should be pressed/clean and ready to shoot.

Casual Look: We will choose several looks, one a bit conservative or young and the other more arty. Solid sweaters and long sleeved shirts, jeans, sweats, turtle necks and leather jackets should give us a variety of choices. 

WOMEN

Casual Look: A soft pastel sweater and jeans is a great, classic, fresh, clean look. Turtle necks look fabulous, especially if you are a few pounds overweight.  Bring some pants that are comfortable to sit on the floor with. Stay away from short sleeves and straps, they draw attention away from your face. Solid colors only and NO WHITE. 

Business Look: Bring a simple classic suit (pants or skirt) in a solid color. The blouse needs to be simple, no frills to take away from your face. DO NOT BRING shiny or metallic materials that cause reflection or glitter. Everything should be ironed and ready to shoot. Bring nude color underclothes.

Diva/Soap Look: This is your fun look! We will add more make-up and make your hair a little more high fashion. (Not too much) Bring your favorite black top or that one sexy outfit that looks fabulous on you. Stay away from strapless or strapped shoulder lines, metallic and shine. They can take away from your face. Bring more than a few choices. We will decide together.

MODELS

Fashion Models sell clothes! So, make sure everything you bring looks new, pressed and ready to shoot. Including your shoes! Nude color undergarments are a must! Men, bring briefs. Consider buying new clothes, keep the tags on them and then return them.

Commercial Models sell products! Tell a story in each look. Don't bring clothes for fashion models if you are less than 5'8. Know your market.       1)The business man/woman at the PC or on the phone Aleve to Alltel ads   2) The Mom or Dad reading to the kids or cooking on the grill  Weber to Barnes and Noble ads  3) The Nike Sport ad, power walking or jogging      4) Driving a great car or meeting a friend for coffee BMW to Folgers ads      5) Dancing in evening wear from Geritol to Claritan ads     

Do your homework and look through magazines. Get ideas and let's talk about them.

Beauty/Headshot: Commercial and Fashion Models This is the front cover of your composite card or the first page of your book. You should wear a color that looks fabulous on you! Something that makes your eyes jump off the page! A pastel turtleneck or a bright  color that does not wash you out. Bring several choices and we will choose together. Look through the latest fashion magazines and get ideas. Search through your friends closets. 

Casual/Fun: This is the Gap/Old Navy ad. Khakis, Capri pants, Polo shirt, Rain coat or slicker. Bright colors are recommended. You want to jump, laugh and have fun with this look. Commercial/Older Model's consider this the golf, gardening or playing with the family shot. (Bring a child as an accessory if you have one) lol.

NYC/Sophisticated: Fashion Models This is an Armani/Versace ad. Leather pants and cool boots.  The Very High Fashion look! Think funky, yet sophisticated. Scarves, hats, accessories (unique jewelry only). 

Commercial/Business Look: Commercial Models (Not for teens)  A simple business suit, briefcase, newspaper or cell phone. Men bring simple ties,  ladies bring pumps that are classic. 

Lingerie/Bathing Suit: If you are not in great shape, don't bother with this look. Choose your best asset and accentuate it. Men, if you have a great upper torso and skinny legs, consider a Guess ad and wear jeans without a shirt. Ladies, there is a fine line between sexy and sultry. Be careful with your choices and bring several alternatives, we will choose together. Long scarves and robes help to accessorize this look. No high heels and garters! (Unless we are shooting for Biker Magazine or Playboy) lol

Winter Warm: On your composite you need a variety of looks, not just spring/summer. This is a turtle neck, a great winter coat or a handmade wool sweater. We will shoot this outside to make it look fall/winter. Women, bring opaque hose and boots. Gloves and hats can also add to this look. Look through fall/winter magazine issues to get ideas.

BRING MORE THAN ENOUGH CLOTHES!!! Complete outfits from head to toe.