When is the ideal time of the day to book a photoshoot?
Golden hour. So, when or what exactly is the ‘golden hour’? It is usually defined as the period shortly after sunrise or before sunset. At these times, the sun is quite low in the sky, so the natural light is super-soft and flattering. It also gives off a warm reddish hue. It’s one of the best times to take pictures!
WHAT TO WEAR TO A PHOTOSHOOT?
The selection of proper clothing for your portrait is a critical factor in the preparation for a successful portrait. If the clothing is noticeable or overbearing in a portrait, it could easily become a distraction. Clothing that does not attract attention to itself is the ultimate goal. It could be the difference between a very successful portrait and just another picture. You may be asked to change your clothing selection before I take your portraits if you do not follow these basic guidelines.
Tone down bright colours. Bright colors attract attention away from the face and may be reflective. Avoid wearing red, bright pink, bright green etc. When choosing lighter colors, stick to pastels and soft neural colours.
Prints and patterns are a definite NO. This includes logos. Avoid prints of any kind and patterns. No matter how small the print or the pattern, it will become a distraction. In the case of digital portraits, in particular, small patterns in clothing (even a small herring-bone or checkered pattern) can cause terrible distortions to appear in the portrait that are not originally there.
Don’t over accessorise! Overbearing or heavily noticeable accessories can be a major distraction. Simple and minimal works best.
Group / family portrait sessions. Keep your clothing simple and coordinating. It must be carefully selected to blend the bodies together. Avoid loud or busy patterns and large logos. Solid colors are best. First, decide whether the basic tone of the clothing will be warm-toned (browns, etc.) or cool-toned (blues/grays/blacks, etc.) Then, make sure to follow all of the above instructions. Keeping a group in similar colors focuses the attention of the portrait to the faces and individuals that make up the portrait. Dissimilar colors in groups tend to be more distracting. White tops with khakis or jeans can look very nice and casual, but if anyone in your family is super pale, white can make pale skin look paler. Jeans are the timeless choice and they’re great for fun, casual pictures because they are flattering and don’t show wrinkles or panty lines. Lighter shirts on top give the pictures a more casual and bright look. Pastels are also usually appealing because they enhance natural skin tones. Black or other dark shirts on top give the portraits a more serious and thoughtful feel (not to mention that black is slimming). Everyone should have color-coordinated outfits (Not a uniform necessarily, but there should be a theme). For the children, choose outfits that fit well without a lot of “growing room”. Jeans / khaki’s and white or black tops are always very nice for a family portrait.
Should I be worried about overcast days?
The Short answer is no. When photographers are shooting portraits on an overcast day, the sky can act like a giant soft box creating soft, even light. You generally don't have to worry about bright sunshine making your subject squint, dappled light coming through trees, or harsh shadows on your subjects.
What happens if my booking date has severe weather forecast?
Should we have to change the date due to bad weather, you can be rest assured that your deposit will be transferred over to the new date. We will do our very best to secure a new date as close to the original date as possible NB: New booking date subject to photographer’s availabilities upon request. Our photographer will keep an eye on the weather forecast and contact you as soon as possible to arrange a new date or discuss options if applicable. This contact is usually made within 24hrs prior to scheduled booking to ensure the most up-to-date information is obtained.
What is the approximate turn around time to receive my images?
The turn around time for images will vary depending on the type of shoot or event and the package purchased. For standard photoshoots, there is an approximate turn around time of 24- 48hrs for your photos to become available in a private gallery that will be sent to you in the form of a link. From this gallery, you can select the number of images allowed for in your package. You can then opt to purchase extra images for an additional cost (please see individual package details for pricing). Once images have been selected, our photographer will endeavor to have them completed and sent to you via a private link/server within 3-5 business days.
Wedding and Events can take up to 6 to 8 weeks for completion of edited images.