How to have a successful

portrait session

WHAT TO BRING FOR ADULTS

  1. A few clothing options that meet the criteria below

  2. Chapstick or lip gloss. This slightest hint of gloss can produce a stunning highlight and really make the perfect portrait

  3. Comb, brush, spray bottle, bobby pins and hair accessory option

AVOID clothing with font or logos. Text will read in reverse and logos date a tintype in a cheesy way.

what they wore and how it translated to tintype

WHAT TO WEAR

  1. Please bring a few clothing options

  2. Patterned & Plaid garments photograph beautifully

  3. Pastel garments produce a lovely range of tones

  4. Fabrics such as lace, linen, denim, pleather, or leather produce a stunning range of highlights and visual textures

 

WHAT TO BRING FOR CHILDREN

  1. Several of your child’s favorite toys and/or picture books. They serve as charming nostalgic props and a distraction to comfort and soothe

  2. Some of your child’s favorite music loaded onto your phone

  3. Snacks/ and or food bribes

  4. A few clothing options that meet the criteria below

CHOOSING THE RIGHT COLOR

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Please make note of this image to best plan your clothing choices. It demonstrates how color is translated into the tintype process.