Hair & Make-Up Tips:

If you are doing hair and make-up yourself… your hair and make-up should be done prior to your arrival to the session.  I recommend that make-up be applied a bit heavier than normal, everyday make-up.  This allows the colors to show up nicely in camera.  Hair can be worn in an updo or down, whatever makes you feel pretty!  I do recommend that if you choose an updo that has some body and is not severely pulled back.  Braids, curls, and twists are always a classic choice.  I will have accessories such as floral crowns, combs, and hats with me at the session.

Professional Hair & Make-Up

If you are having hair and make-up done professionally be sure to talk with your artist about camera ready looks. Hairstyles should last through some outfit changes and hold its shape for a couple of hours.  I am happy to recommend hair and make-up artists if you prefer to book yourself, or you can always add in hair and make-up services into your session.

 

Undergarments:

Undergarments are important when wearing a gown from my client closet.

A strapless bra (as close as “nude to you” is best) or a bra where the straps can be tucked in or removed is ideal.  Almost any strapless bra will do, preferably one with a deep plunge and high cleavage. Or silicone bra stickers are also an option. Ultimately, you should try to choose underwear that limits bumps and ridges that could show through a gown. Form fitting and chiffon gowns have a higher tendency for ridges and wrinkles to show through. But as always, if you have any questions, please reach out!

Some suggestions from Amazon:

Quick change tip: wear some shorts (like boyshorts or swimsuit bottoms) and a top such as a tank with a built in bra that has straps that can be tucked in (no racerback, etc) - then gowns can just be slipped over these and no dressing room required! This will reduce the amount of time walking back to the changing tent and allow more time for photos!


Details:

Please be on time to your session!  It is important that we can begin and end according to schedule. 

  • If our session is outdoors, a changing tent will be available if restrooms are not on location.

    • Note: if there is wind, the changing tent cannot be used.

  • Make sure you are hydrated and have eaten well before the session, I want you to feel well and not woozy.

    • If you have opted for a session that includes a snack box, please let me know if there are any food allergies to know about (gluten free, peanut butter, etc.)

  • Please let me know of any conditions or situations that make you feel uncomfortable! 

 

After the session:

After we complete our session together, I will be in touch about 7-10 days after our session is completed.  This will be an email that tells you that your images have been culled, edited, and compiled into a viewing slideshow.  The slide deck will have ordering instructions, keepsake examples, and a link to an online gallery. We can also schedule time to meet in person if that is preferable.

I look forward to our session and our creative time together.  Let me know if you have any questions or concerns as we approach our scheduled session.  Thank you for choosing Seen & Hurd Photography.