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How to Prep for Professional Hair and Makeup
Family, Personal Branding, Photography Nataliya Lalor 2/17/20 Family, Personal Branding, Photography Nataliya Lalor 2/17/20

How to Prep for Professional Hair and Makeup

If you’re lucky enough to be doing a portrait session with a hair & makeup artist (this is an option for family sessions and included with all Personal Branding photoshoots), there are a few things you should do the morning of to prepare…

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Tutorial: Natural Makeup for Portraits (with Haus of Pretty)
Family, Headshots Nataliya Lalor 6/24/19 Family, Headshots Nataliya Lalor 6/24/19

Tutorial: Natural Makeup for Portraits (with Haus of Pretty)

Makeup is a really important step in getting ready for your portrait session. And since I personally am not well-versed in makeup, I teamed up with Kelsey Morey, the owner of Haus of Pretty in Westport, Connecticut to bring you an easy do-it-yourself guide to getting camera-ready for your photoshoot…

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It might sound a bit weird, but a subtle forward lean creates a sense of connection. 🤝 When people lean back, it can read as distant or disengaged. 🚫⁠
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Leaning in by just an inch or two adds warmth and approachability. ✨ This move will also slight
Good posture communicates confidence, but it doesn’t mean standing stiffly. 🧘‍♂️ Sit or stand tall, roll your shoulders back slightly, and imagine a string gently lifting the top of your head. ⬆️⁠
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That small adjustment instantly sharpens
I hear it every single day: "I am just not photogenic." If you feel like the camera never sees you the way you see yourself, you are definitely not alone. 🤝⁠
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Usually, that "bad" feeling comes from:⁠
* Harsh lighting that create
Once you have a great professional headshot, use it! Don’t just let it sit on one profile. 🚀⁠
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Here are a few places to update your photo today:⁠
* Email Signature: It adds a human touch to your daily messages.⁠
* About Me Page: Perfect for y
When it comes to headshot accessories, less is almost always more. You want your jewelry to complement your look, not dominate it. 💍⁠
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A few things to keep in mind:⁠
* Jewelry: Stick to simple studs or a dainty necklace. Big pieces can catch the li
One of the biggest questions I get is about what to wear. That striped shirt might look incredible in the mirror, but cameras can be a bit finicky. 📸⁠
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Small, busy patterns can create a "moiré effect." 🌀 That is the strange vibrat

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