Now that you’ve booked your session, I have a few tips for you to help you get ready for your close up. Follow these guidelines leading up to your session and I’ll take care of the rest!

1. Choose two outfits to wear during your session and lay them out so they are ready to go. Make sure they are clean and wrinkle-free. Pick one fancier outfit, like a dress and keep the other more casual.

2. Remember to lay out and to pack any accessories you’ll want for each outfit–jewelry, scarves, headbands, etc. Bring matching socks/tights, and shoes for each outfit if one pair won’t go along with both.

3. While you’re at it, if you plan on bringing any props–your ballet shoes, favorite book, sports gear .–go ahead and lay that out as well.

3. If you wake up two days prior to your session, or the morning of, and acne has appeared on your face–don’t pick at it! Picking will make it worse. Apply some makeup over the area (not too heavy) and leave it at that. I offer basic retouching, which includes blemish removal; so, don’t even worry about it.

4. Get a manicure the day before or day of your session to ensure your nails look their best. Keep the color in mind, remember- it should match all of your outfits. For this reason, and to keep a clean appearance, we suggest going with the French manicure or just a clear coat of paint.

5. If you are doing a session with your BFF, remember to coordinate an outfit with them so you guys don’t clash.