In my last ColorInsight blog, I shared several handy photography tips that could help you take the best pictures of your color consulting clients. I hope you’ve had the chance to try them out! Today, I’ll take these tips a step further to show you how to create a beautiful group photograph that makes everyone […]
Photography Tips for Color Consultants and Your Clients — In Front and Behind the Lens
First, a Quick Snapshot of Your World When you are a color consultant, you’re responsible for helping your clients look their best. It is not only helping them find the right colors and styles, but helping them relax in front of a camera. A picture is worth a thousand words, so make it the best it […]
Professional Personal Color Analysis Part II: Shelly’s New “Black”
Welcome to Part II of a real-life Personal & Professional Color Analysis session! Today I’m continuing my color analysis for Shelly, a Silicon Valley high tech marketing professional who wanted advice on interview clothes that would help her gain new corporate clients. As we learned in last month’s blog post, Shelly’s current interview outfits were […]
Portraits and Headshots
I recommend that every business professional update their headshot every two years, especially if you are in a profession where your image is integrated with your branding. If people need to recognize you, then having an updated portrait and headshot is a must. A little background information Context — Where will your image be seen? Wall Portraits–Will […]
Real Results — The Joys of Being Red
The sun on a brunette’s hair looks red. The sun on a redhead’s hair looks like Heaven on Earth.” Feisty, Fiery and FUN! More and more women are opting to color their hair red. And when its done well the results are just fabulous! Elizabeth chose to color her hair the same color as her son’s. […]
Real Results Makeover — Promotional Headshots!
On Friday, April 4th, Eileen G. came to the MakeOver and Photo shoot at my Redwood City Studio. Before the photo shoot, Eileen had her colors done and had her list of outfits to bring to the shoot. Here are a couple of snapshots that I took of her Before and After her professional photo session. […]
Play Well With Others
Everything is in relationship with something else.…All The World’s A Stage This is the time of year when many people are “front and center” in everyone’s eyes as Graduations, Weddings and professional awards and events are gearing up. Here are some things to keep in mind if you are preparing for a special event where all […]
In the Eye of the Video Camera
Whenever you are seen, consider who is seeing you. How does their “eye” work? The “eye” may not be human. The eye may be a video camera. Conditions that our eyes would normally compensate for are overexposed or distorted by a video camera’s sensors.” states Antonio Centeno from Real Men Real Style. You need to […]
Yes, the Camera Adds 10lbs. ~ But You Can Slim Down Easily
It is true, the camera adds weight and video cameras are notorious for adding that extra 10lbs. If you plan ahead, you can look slimmer before you get in front of the camera. Here are some slimming tips: Have your clothes tailored to fit you. Fit, Fit, Fit….It takes a little time, money and thought…. But […]
What To Wear To A Photo Shoot
A photography magazine has invited me to share advice on what to wear to a photo session. More and more, people are having professional head-shots taken for their work, dating, or, for a personal avatar. Here is some advice on what to wear to look your best. Advice to the model: Take the camera seriously. You are […]