What should I wear to a portrait session?

What to wear
Your selection of attire can make a big difference to both of us.  The right clothes, jewelry and makeup will give you confidence that you look your best, and it will help you enjoy your session. Good choices will also enable me the maximum freedom to use my artistic and technical creativity.

Colors
If you have a choice, matching and solid clothing make the difference between a snap-shot and a portrait. Black, navy or burgundy are examples of the deep colors that work well with a dark background. Denim, white, and pastels go well with a white background or with an outdoor setting.

Wardrobe
Long sleeves are best (bare arms distract from the face). Allow for different poses in different methods. A jacket and tie might be appropriate for one pose, open collar and shirtsleeves for another. Wear layers you can put on or take off. Be comfortable! Allow for ease of movement and natural positioning.

Jewelry
Keep jewelry to a minimum. Metals cause unwanted reflections. If you want to wear earrings or a brooch, keep them small.

Makeup
Women may wish to have makeup applied professionally.  If you do your own makeup, apply foundation with a clean makeup sponge. Cover with loose skin tone powder. Apply blush with a clean, dry makeup sponge. Then use large, soft brush to apply a final layer of loose powder to eliminate any harsh blush outline. Apply mascara lightly. Use eyebrow pencil to improve the natural eyebrow line. Apply lip liner and fill in with a good lipstick.

Application Tips

Women
Take care not to get makeup on your clothing. Dress first, and then wear a plastic cape or other protector to ensure that loose powder or lipstick stains don't interfere with how great you feel!

Men We may apply a light layer of powder to eliminate shine on forehead, nose, chin and bald spots. It's normal!

Hair
You may wish to have your hair styled professionally.If you wear you hair tied back, do not wear a big bow. Use a barrette or other subtle accessory. You may wish to consider fixing your hair differently for different poses.

Finally...
Relax and have fun! Allow the beautiful you to shine from within!

Why should I hire a professional photographer?

A professional photographer:

• Adheres to a stringent code of ethics and standards
• Constantly upgrades his/her status through education, seminars, conventions and regular print show competitions
• Observes the highest standard of honesty in all transactions
• Produces photographs of quality equal or superior to the samples he/she displays
• Applies his/her best efforts towards providing the best possible photographic services
• Maintains co-operation with fellow professional photographers by sharing knowledge to achieve and maintain the highest standard of quality
• Performs to a high standard of conduct in accordance with the Code of Ethics 

How long will my prints last?

All pictures you receive are genuine photographic prints archival up to 80+ years!

What is a Session Fee?

The session fee covers the photographer's time and talent, pre-consultation and post production work, including minor touch-ups. Prints are sold separately. At Moments in Time Photography, Session fee is for up to 4 people ($25 per additional person).

When is the Session Fee Due?

We kindly ask the session fee be paid within one week of scheduling your session to reserve your session date and time.

What is your Studio Session Cancellation Policy?

We request 24 hours notice should you need to reschedule, your session fee will be applied to your rescheduled session. 

Where is the Moments in Time Photography Studio?

Our studio is conveniently located to service anyone in Halifax or Darthmouth Nova Scotia. Check out our exact location with driving directions to our photography studio here:

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