Shoot Prep Guide

Thank you for scheduling a your shoot with me—I’m thrilled to work with you! Here’s a quick guide to help you prepare for the shoot, some pointers as time passes by..

Prepairing for the Shoot

By now, we should have gone over the shoot concept and discussed some ideal items for you to bring. You should also have a moodboard to give you more insporation for the shoot.

Here are a few tips to help you select looks that highlight your natural beauty, sensuality, and unique charm for the shoot:

Always, find items that make you feel good!

Visualize the clothing, heels, accessories, and props you'd like to incorporate. Think about the overall vibe, and check in with me on colors - we'll want to ensure your wardrobe choices align perfectly with the backgrounds for a cohesive, stunning look.

Shop Your Closet for those favorite pieces that make you feel fantastic, or bring along a style-savvy friend to explore boutiques for an outfit that flatters and fits you just right. Proper fit is key; your selections should accentuate your figure without any discomfort or slipping, so you can feel beautiful and at ease. Let your imagination run wild!

If you buy new pieces, be sure to try them on beforehand to make sure they fit comfortably.

Choose Looks that celebrate your curves and style. Remember, sometimes a fitted T-shirt, soft sweater, or oversized button-down can be just as sexy, if not more so. Ultimately, let your personality and confidence shine through!

A Week before

Things to concider witin a week before the shoot

  • Waxing: If you wax, plan to do it a few days before the shoot to avoid any redness or bumps—especially for areas that might peek out of your lingerie.

  • Eyebrows: Ensure your eyebrows are shaped, groomed, and filled in for a polished look.

  • Salon Prep: If you’re getting a haircut or color, schedule it a few days in advance to make sure you’re fully satisfied with the results.

  • Manicure: Treat yourself to a salon manicure and pedicure if you want a flawless finish.

  • Avoid Sunburn: Please stay out of the sun before the shoot. While a subtle tan can look beautiful, red, blotchy, or peeling skin with tan lines do not. So try to limit sun exposure to keep your skin looking smooth and even.

  • Skip the Spray Tan: Avoid spray tans or self tanner. They often cause an orange tint and can get on your hands, which is tricky to correct in photos. Natural skin tones photograph beautifully, so embrace your natural glow!

  • Hydrate & Moisturize: Drinking plenty of water and following a skincare routine will give your skin a natural, luminous glow. Moisturizers and lotions are perfect for maintaining that fresh look!

  • Watch Your Salt Intake: To prevent water retention, try cutting down on salt and avoiding alcohol. These small steps can help create a leaner, more defined look.

  • Final Fitting: “Fortune favors the prepared.” Try on each outfit and lingerie piece, check for fit, and remove any tags or labels. Steam or iron your items and hang them properly to keep them looking fresh as you travel to the studio.

The Day of your Session

Before Your Session

  • Deodorant: Please use clear deodorant the day of the shoot.

  • Clothing: If we are shooting boudoir or swimwear looks. Please wear loose-fitting clothing to the shoot in order to avoid skin impressions—avoid tight jeans, leggings, socks, or tight underwear and bra’s. All these create marks on the skin over time and requires extra editing. So its totally ok to show up in baggy sweat pants and a sweat shirt or shorts and a t-shirt.

  • Eat Light: Have something light but filling before you leave to keep your energy up.

  • Hair & Makeup: Arrive camera-ready with hair and makeup done (whether by a makeup artist or yourself). Bring lip gloss or lipstick for touch-ups.

  • Payment: Have your final payment ready (credit card or cash is fine).

Most Important:
Remember, this shoot is for you! We’re here to celebrate your beauty, sensuality, and confidence. Take a deep breath and RELAX. It’s totally normal to feel a bit nervous, but you’re in great hands. I’ll guide you through each pose and work with you to capture your best shots so you leave feeling amazing about yourself!

My Studio

My photography studio is a versatile space designed to capture high-quality, expressive images. It’s equipped with professional lighting, backdrops, and props to create a variety of looks, from bold and vibrant to soft and intimate. With this space, I can tailor shoots to each model's unique style—whether it’s boudoir, swimwear, fitness, or something more creative. The studio offers privacy and comfort, making it ideal for experimenting with poses, outfits, and ideas to capture the best of your personality and presence on camera.

Address:

4223 W. Lake St. Chicago, Il 60624

 

Arrival details

I will share my contact information with you prior to the shoot.

Parking: There is free street parking directly in front of the studio on Lake street. Always park as close to the entrance as possible for security reasons.

Upon arrival: Send me a text and I will meet you at the front door to let you into the studio.

Travelling to any city can be dangerous. So its always a good idea to ensure there is nothing left visible inside your car while unattended. Most thieves are oportunistic and we don’t want to give them any reasons to break in.

If you are wanting a boudoir shoot. I suggest renting a Hotel room or Airbnb for the shoot. That way there will have a bed and several areas we can shoot with that specific look. Let me know if you have any questions or need help with finding a place.

 FAQs

  • Bring 3-4 looks, but we will most likely be shooting in three of them. We may shoot more, it just depends on how we are doing on time and if we are quickly progressing through the shoot.

  • Depending on which shoot we are doing will determine the time we spend shooting. For simple Headshots it usually takes ½ hr or a Extended Model Session can take up to 3 hours.

  • First and foremost, I am a Professional Photographer. I will not be hiting on you, or trying to sleep with you on a shoot. That would be detrimental to my business and is inapropriate behaviour in that environment.

    I have a strict policy of not allowing boyfriends, husbands, or significant others to attend shoots. In my experience, I find they are an unnecessary distraction to the model. They are free to come in and check the studio/room we are shooting in. To ensure we are alone for security purposes. But, they will need to wait in the car, lobby, or lunch/vending area during the shoot.

    However, you’re welcome to bring a supportive girlfriend, or female companion if that makes you feel more comfortable. Any guests need to remain in the designated changing area during the shoot.

    It's also important to ensure they understand they will not be part of the shoot in any way. This helps us maintain focus during the shoot and creates the best possible results without distractions. Thank you for understanding!

  • You will receive a proof gallery link within a few days of your shoot. From there you can chose the aloted number of favorites based on the shoot you chose (details can be found in the description on the shoot product page in my store.

    After you make your selections, I will edit them and create another “Completed Images” gallery. That will contain only your selected edits. There you can download them to your devices.

  • Editing for paid shoots is usually completed within 2-3 weeks. For tfp’s and collabs they could take up to 1 month depending on my availabiliy.

  • I can deliver all your photos within 1 week for $300. This does not include the time it takes for you to make your selections from the shoot gallery.

  • Yes you can, I charge $25 for each edited photo over the alloted amount that came with the shoot.

    You can chose what images you would like to add from the shoot gallery while you are making your selections for the shoot. Just comment on all the photos you would like from the shoot and I will send you an invoice for the overage. The invoice will need to be paid in full prior to releasing the edits.

  • I do not give out RAW (in camera .arw) images ever. However, I will sell you the unedited jpeg photos.

    50 Images: $200 | 100 Images $300 | Entire shoot: $1000

    Just let me know and I will send you an invoice.

  • I do not provide ride-share reimbursement to or from photoshoots. You are responsible for travel to and from photoshoots.

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