How to prepare for a photo shoot: a look on the client side

On the Internet, a lot of articles on the selection of ideas and even poses for photo shoots. But they are all a bit of a cliché, and I believe that the search for ideas is not limited just to the tenth embodiment, as the choice of poses. On the issue of filming, I went to the other side and I want to share with you the practical issues that will help to get from a photo shoot a good result. It does not matter whether you're a fan feshen photography or like to shoot outdoors in the most natural style. I'm sure you will find here something useful for themselves. Men are planning a photo shoot, these tips will also come in handy.

The article is written based on my five-year experience of participation in boudoir photo shoots. During this time I have worked on many projects, not being a professional model. Nabil cones, made the findings, has come to its perfect formula and a check-list.

1. Come up with an idea

Decide what you want. Start with the general idea, then think about the details: clothing, decor, make-up, hairstyle (if necessary). The easiest way to create a board with inspiring ideas and examples to Pinterest.

The more detailed you describe your idea, the better.

As for the make-up artist and stylist: if you show photos with makeup and styling that you like, the maximum facilitate their work and themselves provide the desired result.

2. Choose the format: fotoden or individual shooting

Decide what is best for you: fotoden or individual photo session. Each method has its pros and cons.

Within the limited time fotodnya shooting (usually half an hour per person), you can not choose the place, a make and style. So you should look for the most suitable to your fotoden task.

On the other hand, this format is much cheaper than individual photo sessions. Plus you do not have to agree on the spot (the studio), make-up artist and stylist hairstyles - everything is done for you. Weigh the pros and cons and make a decision.

If you have previously rarely photographed, I would not advise starting with fotodney. There is a risk that in half an hour you will not open, do not relax and will look pinched. Although much depends on the selected photo.

In the case of an individual photo shoot more costs on all counts. But here you are the creator of his own happiness, and a generator of ideas. And if there is a photo shoot and a half hour, the chance to relax and to go beyond the standard item you more.

3. About important things to arrange shore

So, you have decided on the idea and details, select the photos. What is worth to agree to a photo shoot?

• Specify deadlines and number of ready-made pictures.
• If you want to view the source code and choose what you like, arrange in advance.
• Discuss whether you need a retouch face and body.
• In addition to retouch the face and body, there is color correction and other details directly retouching photos. You can ask the photographer to show a processed image. Discuss his example of what you want in terms of retouching to continue photographer guided by the given parameters.
• If you plan on shooting in nature, can interfere with the weather. Think of a fallback solution, and discuss it with the photographer. There is always a risk that could happen Force Majeure. So it is better to have in a notebook replacement contacts of people who come to you for help (make-up artist, photographer, studio manager, and so on).

We decided to enter into contracts only for wedding photo shoots. But this procedure will help preserve your nerves, if something goes wrong. So do not hesitate to ask about the contract or request a check.

4. Be aware of taking care of themselves

If the person peels off, it is best to moisten it with cream in advance, otherwise the makeup artist will be hard work, but the result will not be like you want.

Also, before you think of the photoshoot manicure and pedicure. You can make them yourself, or refer to specialists.

5. Look at the shooting location in advance

If you have time, take a look at the shooting place to conduct it. Maybe in real life, you do not like something and you want them to change. In my practice was a case.

Look at the place of shooting and think again whether we need a supplementary decoration, florist assistance.

6. Think about what you can save

Since the photo session with the whole team - it is quite costly exercise, then perhaps you are thinking about saving. To save money can be, independently made their styling and make-up and choosing not to shoot in the studio, but in the city or in the countryside.

The only specialist that is definitely not worth saving - is a photographer.

7. Take it for a fact that you are tired

Be prepared for the fact that the duration of the hour photo shoots, you get tired, with strongly.

Long photo shoots are good that you can not rush, relax and open up better. But at the same time come and fatigue. At the end of filming, you will feel like after a grueling workout. Therefore, after the photo shoot is best to plan the vacation.

8. Be careful with food

It is not necessary to go on a photo shoot with a stuffed stomach. If you tightly eaten, you will not be very comfortable to move and work. But go hungry there's no need photoshoot, as I wrote above, physically costly action. If you are hungry, then the voltage will not be able to focus on the task at hand, and the sight of you will fly imaginative cakes or steaks.

Make a small snack before and grab something easy with him, if a photo shoot will take a long time.

9. Relax

Relaxation - a key point. Both morally and physically. And if the first is up to you and the photographer, then relax physically help a good massage the day before the shooting, as well as a sauna or a bath.

10. Be yourself

It often happens that you relax until the end of filming. It is at such moments can turn out very beautiful pictures. Be yourself, inspire and be inspired.

Tell us about your experience of participating in photo shoots in the comments. What would you like to add to the advice that is in the article?

This article was prepared by the author Garterblog.ru - magazine dedicated to underwear.