General Style Guide for Portraits
Welcome!
Thank you for choosing Wayne Hall Photography! I want your session to be a fun, relaxed, and unforgettable experience. To help you look and feel your best, I’ve put together this guide covering what to wear, how to prepare, and what to expect.
1. What to Wear
For Everyone:
✔ Solid colors & neutral tones – These keep the focus on you! Earthy tones, pastels, or jewel tones photograph beautifully.
✔ Classic over trendy – Choose outfits that will look great years from now.
✔ Layers & textures – Jackets, scarves, or textured fabrics add dimension.
✔ Avoid distracting patterns & logos – Stripes, loud prints, and large logos can take attention away from your face.
✔ Dress for the location & season – Keep the weather in mind and wear something comfortable.
✔ Classic over trendy – Choose outfits that will look great years from now.
✔ Layers & textures – Jackets, scarves, or textured fabrics add dimension.
✔ Avoid distracting patterns & logos – Stripes, loud prints, and large logos can take attention away from your face.
✔ Dress for the location & season – Keep the weather in mind and wear something comfortable.
For Seniors:
✔ Bring 2-3 outfits – Casual, dressy, and something fun that reflects your personality.
✔ Accessorize smartly – Statement jewelry, hats, or sunglasses can add variety.
✔ Think about shoes – Avoid overly worn sneakers or flip-flops unless they fit your look.
✔ Accessorize smartly – Statement jewelry, hats, or sunglasses can add variety.
✔ Think about shoes – Avoid overly worn sneakers or flip-flops unless they fit your look.
For Men:
✔ Fitted clothing looks best – Avoid baggy clothes for a polished look.
✔ Layers work well – A nice button-up over a T-shirt adds depth.
✔ Neat grooming matters – Fresh haircuts, trimmed beards, and moisturized skin go a long way.
✔ Layers work well – A nice button-up over a T-shirt adds depth.
✔ Neat grooming matters – Fresh haircuts, trimmed beards, and moisturized skin go a long way.
For Women:
✔ Flattering fits & movement – Flowing dresses, fitted jeans, or structured tops create beautiful silhouettes.
✔ Soft, natural makeup – Avoid heavy or shimmery products; aim for a fresh, camera-ready look.
✔ Nails matter! – Your hands will be in some shots, so keep nails clean and simple.
✔ Soft, natural makeup – Avoid heavy or shimmery products; aim for a fresh, camera-ready look.
✔ Nails matter! – Your hands will be in some shots, so keep nails clean and simple.
2. Preparing for Your Session
✔ Hydrate & get rest – Skin glows best when you’re well-rested and hydrated.
✔ Avoid sunburns & harsh treatments – Avoid tanning beds or chemical peels too close to your session.
✔ Bring touch-up essentials – Lip balm, blotting papers, a small comb, and powder can be useful.
✔ Glasses? Consider anti-glare lenses – If possible, remove lenses or bring frames without glass.
✔ Avoid sunburns & harsh treatments – Avoid tanning beds or chemical peels too close to your session.
✔ Bring touch-up essentials – Lip balm, blotting papers, a small comb, and powder can be useful.
✔ Glasses? Consider anti-glare lenses – If possible, remove lenses or bring frames without glass.
3. What to Expect During the Session
✔ Relax & have fun! I’ll guide you through posing so you look and feel natural.
✔ Movement is encouraged! Walking, twirling, laughing—it all makes for great candid shots.
✔ Bring a prop if it tells your story – A musical instrument, sports gear, a pet, or anything meaningful.
✔ Trust the process – Even if a pose feels awkward, it might look amazing on camera!
✔ Movement is encouraged! Walking, twirling, laughing—it all makes for great candid shots.
✔ Bring a prop if it tells your story – A musical instrument, sports gear, a pet, or anything meaningful.
✔ Trust the process – Even if a pose feels awkward, it might look amazing on camera!
4. After the Session
✔ Editing time – Expect 1-2 weeks for final edits. I focus on natural, timeless retouching.
✔ Preview & ordering – You’ll receive an online gallery to choose and order your favorite photos.
✔ Printing options – High-quality prints & albums available for purchase.
✔ Preview & ordering – You’ll receive an online gallery to choose and order your favorite photos.
✔ Printing options – High-quality prints & albums available for purchase.
💡 Need help planning? Have questions?
Feel free to reach out! I’m happy to assist with outfit choices, location ideas, and any concerns you may have.
Feel free to reach out! I’m happy to assist with outfit choices, location ideas, and any concerns you may have.
Looking forward to capturing amazing moments with you!
Wayne Hall Photography
waynehallphotography@gmail.com (505)270-1033 | www.whallphoto.com | https://www.facebook.com/WayneHallPhotographyNM/
waynehallphotography@gmail.com (505)270-1033 | www.whallphoto.com | https://www.facebook.com/WayneHallPhotographyNM/
Instagram-@whallphoto505
Wayne Hall Photography