Senior Portrait Essentials

When it comes to selecting a photographer for yourMake your picture say 1000 words.
senior portraits you will have many options, below isThird select a variety of different outfits, both casual
a list of essential things to consider. The Internet isand dressy, in 1962 all boys needed was a jacket and
great place to start your search, if you are havinga tie, today your clothing, whether it is a football
trouble finding one in your area consult your localjersey or your hunting camouflage do not be afraid
Yellow Pages, as they will have a list ofto express your passion. Remember make sure the
photographers who take senior photos as well,clothing you select will not clash with your
however, anyone can put an advertisement in thebackground, avoid wording or busy patterns on your
Yellow Pages.clothing. Solids work well.
A website on the other hand can give you examplesFourth, just be you, look natural. You want to be
of senior photos the photographer has done. Incomfortable and hire a photographer who will make
addition a photographers website can give you a feelyou feel comfortable. It is okay to style and comb
of their personality, their style and if the website isyour hair, but if you want a glamour shot and know
has other photos posted a great starting point foryou will not be comfortable doing it, don't. New
you to select backgrounds and gather ideas for yourhairstyles for girls and haircuts the day before for
own senior class photos.boys do not always give the most flattering results.
First, schedule your appointment well in advance ofWhere your new style for awhile and decide if you
your senior year. Good photographers can be bookedlike it before you invest in senior photographs.
months in advance. Do not wait your high schoolFinally you should relax, hire a photographer who is
yearbook deadline may be as early as latefun and can bring out your best.
September, so consider early to mid summer beforeEnjoy the moment, your attitude will show through
your senior year.to everyone who sees your senior class photos. If
Second, several backgrounds who reflect you, do notyou are worried about blemishes, funny tan lines, or
get pushed into a blank canvas that says very littleother imperfections, good photographers know how
about who you are. Consider scenic shots, you loveto use Photoshop and will wipe out what you do not
horses, hunting, football, cheerleading or softballwant others to see. Remember senior class photos
consider a photographer who can bring theseare about you. Look for a photographer who can
important elements into your photos. Your seniormake you all that you are!
photos should give your audience more than a smile.