How to Prepare for a Photo Shoot

Whether you're the photographer or the model, there are certain things you should do to prepare for an upcoming photo shoot. Though it may seem simple enough at first glance, modeling for a photographer is hard work. Being the one taking photographs is also a challenge, even in these days of digital photography.

Instructions

For Photographers

1

Think about the concept or themes you want to achieve with your shots beforehand. If you have ideas about what you'd like to achieve, whether commercially or creatively, this will help you to visualize what you're looking for, and it will also help you to direct your model to create the best photos.

2

Make sure an assistant will be able to attend the shoot at the proper time. If there will be costume changes, hire a wardrobe assistant. If you need someone do the model's hair and makeup, make sure they come properly equipped with all the necessary tools.

3

Familiarize yourself with your set or location before you arrive, so that you'll know where things such as outlets are located. You may also need permission to use public spaces, so be sure you have the appropriate permits before you arrive. For outdoor shoots, have a place nearby where you can store your gear in case of rain.

4

Bring extras of everything you may need, if you're going to be shooting on location. This includes batteries and battery packs, film, memory cards, lights and extension cords.

5

Don't forget your model release forms. Be sure that your models know what is expected of them and how much (if any) they will be paid for their time. Get them to sign a release that will enable you to show the work to others.

For Models

6

Read the model release form and any contracts the photographer wants you to sign. This will tell you how the photos will be used and what rights you will have as the model in the images, as well as how much (if anything) you will be paid and when. Read both of these documents carefully, as you will need to look out for your own rights and interests. If you do not understand them, ask questions.

7

Be prepared to sit with hair and makeup assistants, if you're on a professional shoot. Conversely, you may be working with an amateur photographer who cannot afford to hire assistants. If you will need to do your hair or makeup, bring the appropriate items.

8

Bring various attire for the shoot, depending upon the photographer's instructions. Be as faithful as you can to the photographer's descriptions of the items he wants you to bring to the shoot, as this will make things run more smoothly.

9

Be prepared and follow directions. Sometimes it can be difficult to stand still or to hold your body in certain positions for long periods of time, but that is the job of the model. Do the best that you can. Don't be afraid to try new things if asked to improvise.

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Whether you're the photographer or the model, there are certain things you should do to prepare for an upcoming photo shoot. Though it may seem simple enough at first glance, modeling for a photographer is hard work. Being the one taking photographs is also a challenge, even in these days of digital photography.

Instructions

For Photographers

1

Think about the concept or themes you want to achieve with your shots beforehand. If you have ideas about what you'd like to achieve, whether commercially or creatively, this will help you to visualize what you're looking for, and it will also help you to direct your model to create the best photos.

2

Make sure an assistant will be able to attend the shoot at the proper time. If there will be costume changes, hire a wardrobe assistant. If you need someone do the model's hair and makeup, make sure they come properly equipped with all the necessary tools.

3

Familiarize yourself with your set or location before you arrive, so that you'll know where things such as outlets are located. You may also need permission to use public spaces, so be sure you have the appropriate permits before you arrive. For outdoor shoots, have a place nearby where you can store your gear in case of rain.

4

Bring extras of everything you may need, if you're going to be shooting on location. This includes batteries and battery packs, film, memory cards, lights and extension cords.

5

Don't forget your model release forms.

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. Be sure that your models know what is expected of them and how much (if any) they will be paid for their time. Get them to sign a release that will enable you to show the work to others.

For Models

6

Read the model release form and any contracts the photographer wants you to sign. This will tell you how the photos will be used and what rights you will have as the model in the images, as well as how much (if anything) you will be paid and when. Read both of these documents carefully, as you will need to look out for your own rights and interests. If you do not understand them, ask questions.

7

Be prepared to sit with hair and makeup assistants, if you're on a professional shoot. Conversely, you may be working with an amateur photographer who cannot afford to hire assistants. If you will need to do your hair or makeup, bring the appropriate items.

8

Bring various attire for the shoot, depending upon the photographer's instructions. Be as faithful as you can to the photographer's descriptions of the items he wants you to bring to the shoot, as this will make things run more smoothly.

9

Be prepared and follow directions. Sometimes it can be difficult to stand still or to hold your body in certain positions for long periods of time, but that is the job of the model. Do the best that you can. Don't be afraid to try new things if asked to improvise.

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