Tips To Look Your Best

? First, expect to have a great time. It's O.K. to be a little nervous at first, but soon you'll relax with our easygoing manner and ability to make you feel right at home.

?Plan on arriving 10-15 minutes early. This will give you time to freshen up and check your outfits. Mary Jean will spend a few minutes with you to find out exactly what you want out of your session. However, please come prepared. You need to have some idea of how you want to be photographed before arriving. Remember, we want you to have fun, and being late or unprepared will only result in you feeling rushed and we will have less time to spend on your photography.

? Get plenty of rest the night before. If your appointment is early in the morning, get up well before your session so you don't look like you just got up.

? Bring your favorite music. We have a tape and CD player in the studio and it's a great way to get you to relax in front of the camera.

?Be sure to wear one of your outfits to the session to save time. It's O.K. to bring more than the recommended number of outfits. If you're not sure what you will look best in, Mary Jean will help you pick the most photogenic ones. Remember, long sleeves and dark colors are more slenderizing. Try to have an idea of how the outfits come together (i.e. jewelry, belts, and other accessories and props.) Depending on the sessions you choose, bring something formal, something casual, and something wild and sporty. We provide Cap and Gown and Drape/Tux. Wear clothes that you look great in and are comfortable with. Guys will need to wear a dress shirt and tie under their cap and gown.

?Please arrive with your hair ready. We have not allowed a lot of extra time for any major hair repairs such as rolling, spraying, or curling. If any of this is required, then please arrive early enough to avoid any delays. Also, avoid any major style changes and if a hair cut is needed, then it is best done one week prior to having your portrait done.

? Come with your makeup on. The lighting system we use tends to wash out normal makeup application so please apply your makeup a little heavier on the day of your session. Also, bring your makeup with you in case we have to do any minor touchups during your session. A matching cover-up for blemishes (guys and gals) will enhance your preview appearance. A matte-finishing powder will help reduce shine.

?We try to eliminate glass glare as much as possible, but to really insure the total elimination of this common problem, ask your doctor to lend you an empty pair of frames.

? Avoid excessive tanning and sunburns. Strap marks and peeling is expensive to retouch. Try a sunless tanning lotion or makeup to blend in strap marks.

Please do not chew gum.