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If you are comfortable with your digital camera you can probably photograph your friends yourself. Or, let your friends read this
and photograph you!
Note of caution: Seniors-to-be are probably one of the most difficult subjects to photograph. They almost always are very self-
conscious about being in front of the camera.
Here are a few tips.
· Don’t specifically pose the subjects
- You may say "lie down over there and be comfortable", but don't say "Lie
down over there and put your hand here and your head there…” If the senior asks you "Where should I put my hands?”
reply with something like “Stand how you normally would in a way that would be comfortable to you. Don't worry about
making the perfect senior pose, make it look like you."
- If, for example, your subject was a golfer, you'd likely ask when his next early morning round was going to be and ask to
join him for a few holes. Get there a bit early and walk around the course/clubhouse a bit and then, go on and play. Just,
don’t forget to bring your camera with you to catch those magical moments. You'd take some swinging shots from
behind... some strolling down the fairway... some more formal shots waiting to tee off... etc. If he's comfortable at a golf
course, then you'd shoot him at the golf course.
- Have them bring a close friend or two along so that they would be more comfortable. The friend can also help make the
model smile by speaking to them about everyday things. You, the photographer, should also try to engage in a
conversation about mundane things
with the models while you are shooting them. Ask them about their summer
plans, hobbies, and whatever else you think would put them at ease. Aiming the camera at the subject while he/she is
speaking can actually make it more difficult because you run the risk of getting pictures of them with their mouth wide
open. The plus side is that the talking is always
intermixed with natural pauses, smiles, and laughter. It can be a bit tricky but, it’s worth it.
one of our staff professional photographers in order to get long-lasting high quality pictures for the yearbook and to frame or even
for Album.
If you have to save money on setup and session fees (about just $350 for individual senior portrait or family session) or are
simply not in the mood to buy tuxedos, drapes, pearls and bow ties, we recommend that you ask your school senior advisor to
schedule a school senior picture day date.
You will get senior pictures at affordable elementary school prices, FREE proofs on professional grade paper and a lifelong
opportunity to order extra prints or even a DVD with your pictures.
Do not forget to add digital retouching (just about $10 per image for school orders starting at the same lousy $10 lunch money ) -
in order to not worry about blemishes and get perfect prints lasting for decades.
HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS PORTRAITS
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