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style guide
What you wear to your shoot plays a big role in the outcome of your photos. The way in which I edit your pictures does not vary much, but the colors and patterns you choose will still create different looks. Bright colors will still show as bright and pop more, neutral colors will lend themselves to any background, and dark tones will automatically make a shoot seem more moody. Similarly, your background will also dictate how your photos look, so here are some general guides to know if your location and outfit choices will create the look you are going for.
some of my favorite color combos
1. These warm neutrals are extremely versatile and will work in most locations and will lean more moody or airy depending on which end of the palette you use
2. These cool colors are perfect for summer and work well in a park location. You can lean to darker shades for a moodier effect or light colors for a more airy feel
3. These colors are perfect for spring and work well with a diverse garden background and will lean more bright and bold
4. These colors are perfect for fall but also provide great contrast for a city location and will lean more moody
5. These colors are perfect for spring and would look great in a field or garden and will lean more bright and airy
Remember: that blue jeans are just that... blue. If you are opting for a color scheme that doesn't lend itself to blue, try khaki pants, black jeans, or opt for a skirt or dress. If two people will be wearing jeans choose shades that are far enough away from each other to not be "close but not close enough"
textures & patterns
Choosing textures is a great way to create interest without being too distracting. Solid color sweaters or the layering of jackets is always a great idea.
When considering a pattern, try to find something that is not too overpowering. Strong contrasts and big bold patters (while beautiful) can often steal focus. Patterns like a soft plaid or a pastel gingham can be great alternatives. Patterns can often be a great jumping off point for creating a whole family of coordinated outfits. For example, the middle plaid pictured here has beige, tan, brown, and gold. Those colors can all be pulled out and used as shirt colors for other members of the family!
one shoot three ways
The first part of this session was at the DIA with beautiful light marble so we chose to use her black outfit for this location so she would pop.
We went to a few more spots around the city which were going to be busier backgrounds so we chose a white dress to be more plain against the busy city background which also made her stand out.
This set is a really good example of how a more bold color can be used effectively. This navy shirt has a little texture to give visual interest but was solid so she doesn't get lost in the busy background of the park we were in. I could also envision this background with a peach or pink shirt.
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