6 TIPS TO ROCK THAT SHOOT!

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By Chante Ramsey VySyn Photography www.vysynphotos.com

Hello! This is Chante Ramsey, CEO

but are lifetime connections built on need to have the best shoot ever

& Lead Photographer of VySyn

a special bond allowing my artistry

regardless of who is behind the

Photography Inc. I have been

to shine!

lens.

shooting folks from all walks of life

I am pleased to present to you this

Now.......LIGHTS....CAMERA....ACTI

for almost a decade and I can tell you that working with so many diverse people has been an immense an joy for me! These people are not just random faces

guide on how you can have an

ON..LETS GO!

amazing shoot with me or any other photographer. The “Rock That Shoot� guide will give you the essential elements that you will

NOTE: All photos featured in this guide were taken by me of a few of my wonderful clients!

Tip #1: Choose The RIGHT Photographer

L AC Y P H I L L I P S I HAVE WORKED WITH MANY PERFORMING ARTISTS AND IT WAS A PLEASURE TO WORK WITH INTERNATIONAL ARTIST LACY PHILLIPS. LACY WANTED A CREATIVE SHOOT FOR HIS UPDATED STYLED LOOK AND PROMOTIONAL SHOTS FOR HIS NEW CD RELEASE. WITH FOUR DIFFERENT FASHION LOOKS, SEVERAL PROPS & A NYC PARK TO OURSELVES A SUCCESSFUL SHOOT WAS BORN!

What style of photography will effectively match the type of photos you are looking to have? This is a big question. Do you want robust colorful photos, black and white photos, nude photos or studio photos? Your preference for your photos should dictate your choice in a photographer.

The best way to aide you in making this important decision is to get recommendations from friends and compare the portfolios of several photographers. Once you have selected a photographer, you are one step closer to your shoot.

Tip #2: Communicate Your Concept Ideas for the Shoot The next step is knowing how to get to your perfect shoot. It's not solely the responsibility of the photographer to create the magic - this should be a team effort! I enjoy it when my clients approach me with their vision of the photo shoot.

Client feedback is extremely helpful because it sets up expectations for the

Tip #3: Design Your Look

Tip #4: Clarify Before the Shoot

So we are almost ready to shoot! The

You should confirm with the

shoot date has been scheduled and

photographer the shoot date/location

the location is booked. Now what?!

and the aspects of their services (e.g.,

What will you wear? How will you

number of photos, prints provided,

style your hair? Do you require a

when the edited photos will be

make up artist (also known as an

ready). And be prepared to sign a

MUA)? The first person to speak with

contract reflecting the terms of your

is your photographer.Your

mutual agreement - if you are not

photographer will help you navigate

comfortable signing seek your

through your questions and towards your end result.

attorney for guidance.

When my clients have absolutely no idea about how to style their look for their shoot, I give them the following advice based on their shoot outcome:

Tip #5: Be Punctual

This an obvious point but often times clients do not take in to account traffic delays and time restrictions.

shoot and allows the photographer to

*For Professional head shots - wear

The photographer might have clients

then add their unique spin on the

neutral/earth tone colors and light

booked following your shoot or have

shoot. Your suggestions merely gives

makeup

the space for a limited time. In

photographers like me direction and a

*For Holiday portraits - wear festive

addition to those considerations, what

clear indication about the where

colors along with neutral/earth tones offering a great contrast and medium

if there was a MUA arranged for you.

makeup

average, is between 30 - 60 minutes added onto the shoot time. So it is

(location) and the when (time of day) of your shoot.

*For Family portraits - the wardrobe of all family members should be coordinated to a chosen theme or specific color.

The make up application time, on

very important to arrive at the shoot location on time or at least 15 minutes prior.

Family Portrait Sessions With Children

well rested, had a meal and you have packed the “kiddie happy pack”. What is a kiddie happy pack?

Its simple - its a bag filled with their favorite toys to play with (these

It is always a challenge to work with

could be used as props during the

children on photo shoots because

shoot), snacks, a change of clothes

the shoot schedule has to be

and their favorite book to read (or

organized around the time the child

be read to). Also you should advise

is at their best — fed, changed, and wide awake. But all things are

the photographer the age of your child, the last nap that they took,

possible!

and what are your child’s favorite

Naturally, on the day of the shoot,

songs or games (hand clapping, etc).

the child will have gone against their

Lastly, allow time for the

usual schedule and will be a bit tired photographer and your child a bond a bit on the set then you can join in and/or cranky. Prior to the shoot, you should ensure that your child is the fun and the shooting can begin!

FINAL TIP: WHEN YOU ARE IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA A KEY FACTOR TO ANY SUCCESSFUL SHOOT IS STRIKING A BALANCE BETWEEN CONFIDENCE AND YOUR GENUINE SELF - FORGET ABOUT THE LENS AND LIGHTS - FOCUS ON THIS FUN EXPERIENCE!

MODEL SESSION WITH PATRICIA NEVES MUA: ASHLEY CRABB