The most frequently asked question is,
"What should we wear for our family portrait session?"
This advice on clothing color is based on customer satisfaction
and many
years of experience. Customers are most happy with their portraits when
their clothing is color coordinated. Women also say they wish they would
have
worn a longer dress, long pants, or long sleeves. Elbows, knees and
feet don't
need to be seen.
The general rule of thumb:
wear clothing darker than your skin tone for the most flattering and slender look.
This image was converted to a pencil sketch
Babies, clothing optional.
For outdoor groups wear colors that blend with the environment.
Stick with a color scheme such as blues, grays, browns & burgundy. If one
person wears a white shirt, they will stick out more than anyone
else. Leather shoes
and dark socks are preferred to white tennis shoes.
Just remember what ever
is lighter in color than your skin tone will take away from
the cohesiveness
of the family portrait, example, white shirts and white shoes are
very distracting.
Lighter colors will make you look heavier and most prominent in a portrait.
Khaki pants and button down shirts also look bulky
and wrinkly.
Sweaters or a long sleeved knit top are preferred. No stripes or plaids.
White tennis shoes, white socks and white shirts are big problems in a family group.
Avoid too many different colors.
Wear Powder
Just like for television, men, women and teenagers should powder
up
to cover up blemishes, and to tone down the shine on your forehead, cheeks,
chin, and the tip of your nose. Wear powder that is the
same tone as your
skin color.
Women, a little extra eye makeup and blush is encouraged.
OK,
so I'll just have everyone wear black to be safe...
Yes, if you want to have your bodies disappear into a big black
hole.
It can make a bold statement, if that's what you want. Here are some good
examples.
Diane captures many exposures of each group and digitally selects the best faces from each group to produce one great family portrait. This is especially beneficial with small children and pets.
Schrader Studio specializes in Wall Portraits, 40 x 36, 36 x
24,
24 x 30, 24 x 20, and 20 x 16. You
will be so proud to display your family
and children for generations to come.
The image can be either sharp, or converted to a soft and artistic watercolor Giclee on watercolor paper.