What the heck am I going to wear? That's the age old question! Every day I wander into my closet, scratch my head, throw a dart and hope for the best. Of course, my day-to-day life doesn't require me to look portrait ready all the time- but it sure gets me thinking about what I would wear if I were going to have portraits made.
If you are taking the time to have an heirloom portrait made, wouldn't it make sense to find something that you love, that is flattering and (above all) timeless? Sure, you can consider your favorite schlumpy jeans and comfy sweater- but will these items really be the best for your portrait session?
In any image, it's important that the group looks unified without being too matchy-matchy- figuring out how to put it all together can be a little intimidating sometimes!
Never fear, {In}spire Portrait is here to help you figure out a GREAT look for your upcoming portraits! I have designed guides to help you come up with a look that makes you feel great while coordinating with the space you plan on displaying your portraits!
Just a few quick pointers before I release the first clothing guide:
-Anyone in the portrait over the age of 18 should have long or 3/4 length sleeves. You can roll 'em up or push 'em up, that's fine with me- just put on a longer sleeved shirt and you are off!
-In an image, our eye will be drawn to the area with the most contrast. For that reason, keep all of your clothing selections in the same color family- no matter how cute your white capri's are with your favorite black T-shirt, this is not the time to break that outfit out! When the audience views your beautiful image, the first thing they will notice is your glaring white pants!
-Logo, No-no! I understand you love your Aber-Holl graphic 'T'- it's really cute (who doesn't love moose n eagles- or whatever critter) No matter how classy your graphic t looks today, it will 'date' your image- just ask your parents about how much they love their feathered bangs and hipster-before-they-were-hipster gigantic glasses. Let's make an image you will be proud to display for a long long time!
-Please keep loud prints/plaids etc. to a minimum. Go ahead, let Dad wear a subtle plaid shirt, then let's keep everyone else in a more plain style. Your three-year-old will look so darling in her Hannah Andersson patterned tights- but don't go crazy getting a polka-dot dress for you and a big striped shirt for daddy. One (maybe two if they are both pretty little) crazy outfit per clan, please, haha!
OK, I've blathered on for long enough- I probably lost most of you way back in the second paragraph. Without further ado, I present to you the first clothing guide from Inspire Portrait.
best to you all,
amy
PS, It doesn't seem like it at the moment, but summer is slipping away from us FAST! Call to schedule your late summer and early fall portraits today- before the snow flies again!
If you are taking the time to have an heirloom portrait made, wouldn't it make sense to find something that you love, that is flattering and (above all) timeless? Sure, you can consider your favorite schlumpy jeans and comfy sweater- but will these items really be the best for your portrait session?
In any image, it's important that the group looks unified without being too matchy-matchy- figuring out how to put it all together can be a little intimidating sometimes!
Never fear, {In}spire Portrait is here to help you figure out a GREAT look for your upcoming portraits! I have designed guides to help you come up with a look that makes you feel great while coordinating with the space you plan on displaying your portraits!
Just a few quick pointers before I release the first clothing guide:
-Anyone in the portrait over the age of 18 should have long or 3/4 length sleeves. You can roll 'em up or push 'em up, that's fine with me- just put on a longer sleeved shirt and you are off!
-In an image, our eye will be drawn to the area with the most contrast. For that reason, keep all of your clothing selections in the same color family- no matter how cute your white capri's are with your favorite black T-shirt, this is not the time to break that outfit out! When the audience views your beautiful image, the first thing they will notice is your glaring white pants!
-Logo, No-no! I understand you love your Aber-Holl graphic 'T'- it's really cute (who doesn't love moose n eagles- or whatever critter) No matter how classy your graphic t looks today, it will 'date' your image- just ask your parents about how much they love their feathered bangs and hipster-before-they-were-hipster gigantic glasses. Let's make an image you will be proud to display for a long long time!
-Please keep loud prints/plaids etc. to a minimum. Go ahead, let Dad wear a subtle plaid shirt, then let's keep everyone else in a more plain style. Your three-year-old will look so darling in her Hannah Andersson patterned tights- but don't go crazy getting a polka-dot dress for you and a big striped shirt for daddy. One (maybe two if they are both pretty little) crazy outfit per clan, please, haha!
OK, I've blathered on for long enough- I probably lost most of you way back in the second paragraph. Without further ado, I present to you the first clothing guide from Inspire Portrait.
best to you all,
amy
PS, It doesn't seem like it at the moment, but summer is slipping away from us FAST! Call to schedule your late summer and early fall portraits today- before the snow flies again!
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