| DO reserve a session with your photographer early in | | | | variety of photos to choose from. |
| the season since their schedules can be booked | | | | DON'T clash with your surroundings. Avoid wearing |
| months in advance. | | | | loud, busy patterns and wording on your clothing - it |
| DON'T wait too long...many high school yearbook | | | | distracts from you. Stick with solid, flattering hues |
| deadlines are as early as October, so consider | | | | such as neutrals, blues, and reds. |
| scheduling a session during late summer, before the | | | | DO stick with your own, natural look to achieve the |
| school year begins. | | | | best photographs. |
| DO pick a myriad of scenic backgrounds for your | | | | DON'T try out a new look! You'll end up with photos |
| senior portraits - think wooded areas, old buildings | | | | that look nothing like you! Boys should avoid getting a |
| with intricate architecture, railroad tracks, lush | | | | new haircut right before the shoot and girls should |
| greenery, etc. | | | | not try new hairstyles or makeup for the pictures. |
| DON'T choose locations that have busy and really | | | | DO relax! If you are comfortable, relaxed, and |
| detailed backdrops that can detract from you as the | | | | enjoying yourself, your personality and happiness will |
| focus. | | | | show beautifully in the portraits. |
| DO opt to wear a variety of different outfits, both | | | | DON'T stress over blemishes, tan lines, and other |
| casual and dressy, especially if you will be shooting | | | | minor imperfections - most Salt Lake senior portraits |
| photos outdoor. If you are involved in school sports | | | | studios can easily erase flaws during the touch-up |
| or activities, consider wearing your uniform (i.e. letter | | | | process. |
| jacket or cheerleading uniform). You'll get a wide | | | | |