GETTING READY TIPS
FOR YOUR CARESOUCE FREE HEADSHOT

I’m so excited to work with you!
We will be taking several photos with different expressions and then selecting your1 free favorite photo

You will receive
1 FREE headshot
thanks to CARESOURCE

Background color:
White.

Suggestions for your outfit:
Dark color shirt or blazer
will make your photo ‘POP’ + contrast from the light background color

Please read below for few helpful getting ready tips!

If you feel prepared for your headshot you’ll not only have an easier and more stress free time, but you be happier with your images than if there wasn’t any preparation!

PREPARATION

Modeling for photographs is actually a lot like acting.  Take a couple minutes in advance to consider what kind of feeling you are trying capture in your image. Prepare by then practicing their "looks" in front of the mirror. Don't worry, I will help you figure this out during your photoshoot also, but if you can come in with your own ideas that will help!

Pamper yourself a bit before your photoshoot to help you get camera ready:

If needed, remember to get your haircut or colored BEFORE your headshot. Not the day of your session. Sometimes after a haircut, we’re left with lines and hair that isn’t quite sure how it wants to be styled yet. By giving yourself a few days, you’ll have some time to learn how your hair lays best and how you want to style it. A little trim will help your hair look healthy in your images.

The night before brush your lips with your toothbrush to help get rid of any dead skin.

Moisturize your face and use lip balm to keep lips looking soft.

Don’t do any extreme beauty regimens right before your shoot, like facial peels, tanning or extensive exfoliating that could irritate your skin. Give yourself a 1-2 weeks between the session and extreme regimens. 

Get rid of any unwanted hair a few days before your shoot. This includes cleaning up brows and any unwanted facial hair above your lip, along your jaw line, in your ears/ nose, etc. We all get it but we don’t want it showing up in your best photo of yourself.

Remember to drink lots of water. Stay hydrated so your skin glows from the inside out!

Reduce the amount of soda/ wine/ salty snacks at least 24 hours before your photoshoot so your skin is not puffy.

Get plenty of rest the night before so you do not look tired in your photos. Use eye drops if you have redness.

WHAT TO WEAR

Before your shoot you’ll want to pick out your outfits.

See the suggestions below to help keep clothing choices (and your photos) classic and timeless:

  1. Choose colors that compliment your eyes and skin tone.
    If your skin tone is warm, try colors and shades that are warm, etc.

    Avoid trends and dress for your body type.

    Solid colors look timeless and photograph best.
    Patterns can be great also, just make sure its not a dizzying pattern.

    Avoid logos on clothing.

  2. Shirt options…

    Business Casual Look for Men:

    • Dress shirts are always a great choice as the photographer can always dress it up or dress it down.

    • Jackets and blazers with a casual shirt underneath are great for a more relaxed look.

    • Flattering colors for men are usually French blue in combination with a dark gray, black, or navy blue jacket.

    • Wear something that fits you well, that you feel confident in, and dress the part that would attract your ideal client!

    Business Casual Look for Women:

    • V-Necks shirts are an excellent choice as they always elongate the neck. But be careful not to overdo it, a deep V-Neck can show too much cleavage. Make sure everything is in proportion.

    • Avoid short crew neck or U-neck shirts that will make your neck look shorter if it’s close to your neck. The further the neckline is from your neck, the longer your neck will appear.

    • Avoid turtle-necks as it tends to shorten your neck. Also, sometimes it might result in a ‘floating head’ look, if the color of your top matches the background.

    • Jackets and blazers are always a good choice for layering.

    • Accessories or jewelry can add personality and 'pop' to your look!

  3. Make sure that clothes are ironed /wrinkle free Wrinkles on your clothes stick out in photos. I’ll have a lint roller for last minute touch ups

  4. Make sure you are comfortable
    When you aren't comfortable, it shows. Also remember not to wear anything too baggy, it can actually make people look bigger than they really are, at the same time you also don’t want to wear anything too tight. Find that just right fit that gives you confidence and looks great.

  5. Not sure on what color to wear?
    Check out my blog on the meanings of different colors: https://loricardwell.com/indianapolisphotographerblog/2021/7/28/choosing-the-right-color-to-wear-in-photos

  6. Remember to Breathe! I know that there aren't many people that actually look forward to having their photo taken, but I promise, I will make this an enjoyable experience for you!

THE DAY OF YOUR SESSION

You can choose to schedule a time using the easy sign up sheet by scanning the QR code at the booth to schedule a time or clicking this link here.

Or you can just walk right up to the booth if there’s no wait!

Your photo shoot will begin immediately at your scheduled time or walk up.

During your session, I will direct you and take a couple of photos with different expressions to give you options to choose your favorite image to be edited and delivered to you at a later date.

AFTER YOUR SESSION

You will receive an email to review your photo gallery where you can choose your 1 favorite photo to be edited and delivered to you.

Compliments of CareSource!

Once you have made your one image selection by selecting it with the ‘heart’ icon, I will complete editing and delivered to you at a later date via download link!

Any questions feel free to email me at loricardwell@outlook.com