6
Must-Haves for Your Female Photography Model
Shoot
Preparation
for your model photo shoot
Prepare
for Your Female Modeling Photo Shoot
by Bob
Pardue
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Good!!!
Congratulations!! If you've gotten to
this point in the book, you're getting ready for a female
photography model photo shoot. What you bring to your model
photo session will depend upon whether this is your first
shoot for a portfolio or a paying job. Either way, this
section will help you to be prepared for whatever reason
you're doing the model session.
What does
the client want?
If you are doing a female photography
shoot for an agent or client, he will tell you what to bring
but you still need to carry basics in case of changes in
hair, makeup, etc. All the tips listed here are meant to be
a guide and a checklist of sorts so you can always add to
the list when you feel it's necessary.
Let's get
started to create your model "kit"
Below I'm going to list suggestions
for your photo shoot mainly so you don't forget anything the
day of the shoot. In fact, I'd like to see your model case
prepared before the day of the session so there's no rush.
You may want to copy and print the section below so that
you'll have a guide handy each time you go for a photo
shoot.
Number
One - Wardrobe for Your female photography model Photo
Shoot
Here are the essentials for your
wardrobe. As stated above, some of the clothing listed here
will be provided if this is a model shoot for a
client.
- Casual - blue jeans, sports &
knit tops, button up tops, shorts, cutoff blue jeans,
etc.
- Business Suit - for a different
look
- Sports (exercise, uniforms,
shorts, etc.) - If you plan to do some sports
modeling
- Swim wear - needs to be a bikini
that really flatters you
- Any props like hats, neckties,
men's shirts, jackets, etc.
- Hose/nylons in an assortment of
colors
- Socks in different colors
including black and white
- Bring several different bras
including at least one push-up and one in flesh tone
color
- A robe to wear between changes
during the photo session
- Bring a scarf to wear when
changing to help keep makeup off client's and your
clothing
You may also want to pack an iron or
steamer for those wrinkles that are bound to show up from
the trip.
Number
Two - Accessories for Your Modle Photo Shoot
Along with each outfit, try to bring
accessories which will accent or match the outfit. Keep
accessories simple.
- Assortment of
necklaces
- Earrings
- Bracelets
- Choker (these are popular at the
time of this writing)
- Watch - You normally wouldn't wear
a watch unless you are doing a photo where you will be
looking at the time.
Number
Three - Shoes
As with accessories, shoes should
match or accent the outfit. But, you can also think outside
the box on the subject of footwear. For example; High heels
have a totally different look with jeans or swim wear than
with an evening dress.
- Dress shoes - Bring several
different pairs
- High heels - Also an
assortment
- Jogging shoes - white
- Boots or high heel
boots
- Sandals
Number
Four - Don't forget about the hair
Below are some items you'll need for
your hair (or hair removal)
- An assortment of combs and
hairbrushes
- A curling iron
- Hair rollers
- Straightener
- A couple of headbands
- Shaving cream and a couple of
sharp razors
- Anything else you use for hair
care
When coming to the model shoot, I
would suggest leaving the hair fairly natural with very
little (if any) hairspray so that you, or the MUA, can work
with it after you arrive.
Number
Five - Makeup and facial
Even if your shoot involves a MUA, you
still may want to pack the following ...
- Your complete makeup kit along
with a mirror
- A moisturizer
- Cottonballs and swabs
- Lip balm
- Vaseline
- A good skin cleanser
- Several different shades of lip
color (be sure to bring some solid colors)
Number
Six - Nails
A quick tip about nails. Remember that
in photos, your eye will move to vivid colors first,
especially red. So, take this into account as to whether you
want people viewing your hands or your face.
Here is a checklist for nail products
to take to your photo shoot.
- Your complete manicure
kit
- Nail polish with neutral
color
- Remover kit for nail
polish
A nice manicure will really enhance
your model photos, especially images where your hand is near
your face in close-ups so pay particular attention to your
nails.
This should pretty much cover you for
most photo shoots but as stated above, listen to the
photographer or client and be sure to bring wardrobe he or
she wants.
Now, get
packing for your female photography model photo
session!!!
Bob
Pardue is a professional stock
and female photographer located in the Southeastern USA. You
can view some of his work and read other interesting model
tips by visiting www.bobpardue.com
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insure or imply any degree of success in a female
photography modeling career by reading this material or by
working with any of the model agencies listed on this
website. Degrees of modeling success varies greatly
dependent upon the attitudes, attributes and ambition of
each individual model. Please thoroughly check out any
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