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Clothing & Prop Guidelines
These guidelines will help you
determine what clothing you wear
to make a memorable portrait.
Clothing……
The goal of a fine portrait is
to direct the viewer’s attention
to the face in a portrait.
are pleasing choices when
photographed against a dark
background.
Bold stripes, plaids, checks and
prints are confusing and DO NOT
photograph well.
Light-colored clothing calls
attention to itself and away
from the face. Tending to leave
the subject pale and washed out.
Light colors are appropriate
against a white or pastel
background.
Bright colors such as red and
orange will completely overpower
the face and ruin a portrait.
Clothing in medium shades
complement portraits made in
outdoor environments.
Couples & Families
 Proper
clothing coordination is
critical. Couples and groups
should choose simple garments
within the same tonal ranges so
that no single member of the
group stands out because the
clothing is too light or bright
as compared to the rest of the
group. Light and dark tones
together create visual
confusion. Clothing that blends
harmoniously creates timeless
portraiture because the viewer’s
eye goes directly to the faces.
REMEMBER:
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Very simple garments
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Turtle necks or V-necks are
flattering provided that
neither is exaggerated in
style.
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Long sleeves are essential
for teens and adults, as
bare arms call attention to
themselves and will
overpower the face.
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Women being photographed in
full length should wear long
skirts, pants, or dark
stockings in order to keep
the eye from being directed
toward the legs and away
from the face.
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If feet are to show in the
portrait, make certain shoes
and stockings are in keeping
with the visual intent of
the portrait.
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Men should have their hair
cut about one week before
the portrait session. Women
should be photographed
whenever they are happiest
with their hair in relation
to the time it is styled.
Props….
Props are the accents of your
portrait. Bring what expresses
your interests:
Anything that portrays your
personality. |
