What should I wear?
Simple. Fresh. Clean.
This is the best approach to clothing choice. Busy patterns, large logos and character-clothing should be avoided.
Solid shirts with jeans or khakis work well for boys. For girls, simple yet fun is a great way to start. Dresses work well along with skirts and a cute top. Want to add some color? Throw on a bright scarf or cute belt. Hair clips and accessories are a great way to add a little funk!
Simple, plain outfits always photograph best. In general, long sleeves are preferred. The attention should be on your face, and long sleeves help eliminate distractions created by bare arms. The clothes should say something about who you are, but without being dominant. How about a group?
Solid colors within the same color family are most appropriate. Work for balance, harmony and color coordination. Try placing your clothing side by side and see if any particular article "jumps out" at you. If it does, it will dominate all the more in your portrait and take away from the overall beauty.
Any makeup tips?
Keep your makeup natural and fresh. Eye shadow should be applied lightly and with care, since the center point of interest in a fine portrait is the eyes. Also, bring your makeup with you in case touch-ups are required. Avoid tan lines and sunburns.
A colleague of mine wrote a great article on this:
http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/760fd02d#/760fd02d/14
A colleague of mine wrote a great article on this:
http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/760fd02d#/760fd02d/14
