Introduction

There’s more to a head-turning portrait than flawless lighting. It’s a choreography of trust, timing, and craft—a process we’ve refined for clients who expect art, not snapshots.

The Anatomy of a Signature Session

1. Discovery Call – Finding the Story

• Lifestyle, passions and goals form the creative brief.

• We suggest palettes, wardrobe pieces, and even soundtrack playlists to set the mood.

2. Pre-Shoot Styling & Set Design

• Location‐scouting within our coastal studio network.

• Wardrobe consult (digital lookbook + tailor referrals).

• Lighting diagrams shared in advance for full transparency.

3. The Shoot – Directing Confidence

• Posing cues based on athletic alignment to accentuate shape.

• Real-time tethered preview so clients can tweak expressions.

4. Retouching, Not Reinventing

• Micro-edits for skin tone consistency; no plastic skin.

• Password-protected proof gallery delivered via email.

Pro Tips for Clients

• Practice your posture in the mirror a week before—small tweaks save minutes on set.

• Bring a “pump-up” playlist; music shifts body language.

• Schedule hair & makeup after any color treatments to avoid a mismatch.

Conclusion

A portrait should feel like you on your very best day—no masks, only magnetism. Ready to step into the frame?

Schedule a private portrait consultation (limited weekend slots available).