More tips to a great portrait or modeling session

The week before the shoot - Both men and women
-Hydrate yourself for several days to help moisturize your skin.

-Gently and regularly massage under your eyes for several days.

-Get lots of sleep and avoid alcohol the evening before the shoot.-Enjoy a full meal before the shoot.

-Do no use ANY self tanners in the days leading up to the shoot.

-Women, meticulously apply mascara to avoid eye lash clumping.

-Exfoliate your skin (IMPORTANT FOR BOTH MEN AND WOMEN) hours before the shoot with face scrub. we recommend clinique face scrub.

-If using a hair/make up artist (typically required), please come to the studio with clean hair and no make up or mascara.what to bring to your shoot

-Bring visine if you are experiencing any eye irritation (redness).

-Refreshments are available in the studio. However, we recommend bringing your favorite beverage and a light snack.-Photos from magazines you would like Erica to emulate.

-Lip balm (IMPORTANT FOR BOTH WOMEN AND MEN) to prevent your lips from drying and chapping during shoot. We recommend origins "cover your mouth" lip protector.

Women wardrobe options
-Bring a wide variety of nicely ironed garments including dresses, collared shirts, jeans, t-shirts, under shirts, tank tops, etc.

-Avoid black tops if you have long, dark black hair.

-Bring a variety of accessories (e.g., earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings, belts, boots, watches, scarves, hand bands, knit hats, hair clips, purses, sun glasses, etc.)

Men wardrobe options -Bring a wide variety of nicely ironed garments including suits, collared shirts, sweaters, t-shirts, and jeans.

-Bring a variety of accessories (e.g., watches, sun glasses, belts, rings, etc.)

Model portfolio suggestions
If building a modeling portfolio, be sure to bring props. Suggestions include; sunglasses and/or eye wear, long flowing dresses, vintage wear, high boots, rain coat, something with an edge (biker wear), retro wear, fur coats, boxing head gear and gloves, balloons and matching colorful dresses, scooter helmet and shiny leather top, wedding vail/head band with matching necklace and dress, elegant gowns and matching backgrounds (e.g., vintage wallpaper, muslim, etc.) ski goggles and corresponding high neck top, etc.