The key to good photos is proper preparation for the photo shoot. The work of a model (don’t let this word scare you; a model is any person in the photographer’s lens, not necessarily a professional!) begins even before she meets the photographer and the creative process begins.
The preparatory stage is the foundation that sets the optimal conditions for further creating good photographs. Yes, you can come to a photo shoot “as is,” and even possibly get some good photos as a result.
Answer the question: why do you need a photo shoot?
At first glance, everything seems simple: the purpose of shooting is to get successful photographs. But if you start to understand, the “success” of photographs is a very subjective question. Photos that are ideal for social media will be a poor choice for a resume. It is obvious? Absolutely, but in reality, very few people think about such things before shooting. Therefore, spend a little time and determine the goals of the photo shoot – for work or personal history, for social networks or a creative portfolio. Once you understand why you need photos, it will be much easier for you to deal with the rest of the points that will be discussed below!
Collect the right references
References are examples of photographs that you want to repeat or rely on. It is not necessary to repeat everything exactly down to the smallest detail; in some cases, references are needed for inspiration and to find the atmosphere in the frame. It is important that all the photo examples you prepare are approximately in the same style.
We discuss organizational details and shooting nuances with the photographer.
It is very important to discuss all the conditions on the shore: does the photographer show the source files, how long does it take to work with the photographs, and in general, is retouching included in the price. It’s good if a specialist clearly and concisely describes the terms of interaction.
