Enhance Your Senior Photos: 3 Must-Know Tips from Ann Arbor Photographers
Get ready enhance your senior photos because today I’m sharing 3 Must-Know Tips from Ann Arbor Photographers. I love senior photos! They’re some of my favorite sessions because there is so much excitement built around graduating and dreams for the future. BUT…before we get into what this post is about, let me take a second and say, CONGRATS!
You did it! You’re here! It’s finally your senior year and it’s your turn. That means you’re at the beginning of closing one chapter of your life and moving on to the next. I’d bet money that you’re so excited for this journey to be complete. You’re ready to take the next step, but there are several things you may be nervous about too. College, moving out, making new friends, jobs, etc. Let me tell you one thing: As you start your senior year, do not let your senior photos be something that you’re nervous about.
You may be feeling that you’re not that photogenic. Other people are, but you’re not. Maybe you feel you’re not that interesting and don’t have a story to share. That you have absolutely nothing to wear. Well, let me tell you something.
Almost Everyone feels this way. You’re totally normal.
You do have a story to share! I know you have clothes to wear (or else we’re addressing something else entirely), and the term “photogenic” is somewhat of a lie. It’s a loaded word and a whole topic in and of itself (posing, lighting, camera angle, etc.).
So, drumroll please, let’s talk about….
Enhance Your Senior Photos: 3 Must-Know Tips from Ann Arbor Photographers
1. Choosing your photographer: Style
This may sound obvious, I know, let’s talk about it for a second. When you’re looking for a photographer, make sure you like their style. You like how their pictures make you feel. If you like bright, colorful photos then don’t choose a photographer whose images give off a dark and moody vibe. There’s more to this than purely “editing style”. A photographer’s style includes locations, clothing colors, light priority, and posing – among other things. It doesn’t mean that you can’t wear a dark colors when you like bright photos. I love to pair black clothes with a brighter environment to give it some really beautiful contrast. Your photographer will be able to coach you though this!
2. Communicate with your Photographer
Have a little chat with your photographer about what you want from your senior session. Do you want a downtown/chic vibe – then ask for location recommendations that fit that vibe.
If you feel self conscious about something, please tell your photographer! Truth is, we think you’re flawless. What you’re seeing, we don’t always feel the same way. For example, I’ve never been a fan of showing my arms in photos. It could be that no one else shares my opinion, but it’s a make or break if I like my photos or not. The clothes I wear and the poses I choose will either enhance or minimize these areas.
We want you to feel your very best and information is our greatest ally.
3. Styling
Don’t be afraid to ask questions along the way. Decide together which outfit you’ll do at each location and you’ll feel fully prepared! You can bring hats or flowers. Feature your sports or music. I send out a senior style guide to all of my seniors helping them decide what clothes to wear, what to bring, location recommendations, hair and makeup tips among other things.
By the time you get your senior photos back, all that planning will pay off, I promise!
Check out a downtown senior session HERE