Diana Jahns Photography

TIPS FOR MAKEUP - HAIR
I do not provide makeup or hair services myself, but I am happy to recommend a professional. Ask me for my list.

Makeup Tips:

Makeup: Less is more, especially with digital photos.
Light moisturizer is OK (guys, too).
Matte foundation makeup closely matched to your natural skin tone is OK. But, if you don’t usually wear it, I actually prefer you go without. Then, I have nice, clean skin to work on. Blemishes are easily removed later in Photoshop.
Gloss lipstick is OK.
Keep to minimum: Super glossy, shimmery, glittery, silvery eyeshadows or foundation, please.

Hair Tips:

Changing the look of someone's hair, after the photos are taken and during the photo editing process, is difficult and can be very time consuming, adding extra cost to your photo session and package pricing. If you plan to have a hair appointment before your photo session think about how the results will look in your photos. Do you like that "fresh cut" look? Do you prefer how your hair looks a week out? Two weeks out?

General Tips:

Take several selfies in good lighting (even soft indoor light, not harsh sunlight) and see if you like how your hair color and styling are looking. Do nothing more if you like how it looks. If not, talk with a stylist.

There are numerous YouTube videos out now that give excellent tips for preparing for a photo session. Some of them are directed to actors, but apply to anyone.

TIPS FOR CLOTHING:

Wear freshly pressed, or smooth clothing. Avoid tiny patterns like small plaids an checks. Solid colors are best. But prints work too, just take a look in the mirror at home before you make final decisions about what clothing to bring to your session. Bright a variety of choices.

AND DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK AHEAD OF TIME IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT.

Diana Jahns Photography

Studio downtown
in the R Street Arts District
1108 R Street, Sacramento CA 95811

Mobile: 530-979-1611 or 916-280-4600

E-mail: [email protected]

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