Senior Portraits By Bernlohr Photography

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Bernlohr Photography

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Senior Picture Tips

Guys - Wear the colors and outfits you feel best in. For more traditional studio portraits, a suite or sport coat with a tie is good. Medium to dark sweaters photograph well. For casual and outdoor photos, comfort is the rule. A nice pair of jeans or khakis look great. Shorts are not recommended. Girls - Wear the colors and outfits you feel best in. Dresses and sweaters are good for a more traditional look. Bright colors, skirts, jeans or shorts look good for casual portraits. If youre selfconscious about your arms, avoid sleeveless or very short sleeves if possible. We give you unlimited wardrobe changes, so bring a lot of options! This will also give us options for matching your outfits to your surroundings and backdrops. Be aware of your undergarments with your outfits. You should wear neutral colors that will not show through and be careful of straps under your tops. Plan on changing quickly. The faster you change, the more time we will have to photograph and the more choices of images you will have. Avoid stripes and plaids. Solid, darker colors photograph much better. Bring a variety of colors and styles. Some should be dressy and others casual. If youre comfortable in dresses, bring them! They photograph well and offer a nice variety from your casual choices. Jewelry- Keep it simple. Big, shiny jewelry can distract from the important subject, you. If you have different jewelry for different outfits, you may want to put each set in a plastic baggie and hang it on the hanger with that outfit. Shoes -Shoes should complement your clothing. We do recommend heels-they photography well and are flattering. Bring a variety of heels and flats. We may suggest bare feet for some poses. Hair- Hair styling should be appropriate to the clothing selected. Avoid new hairstyles or having your hair cut or permed the week before your portrait session. Bring any hair accessories you may need to coordinate with your outfits you may also want to bring a brush and hairspray for the windy outdoor shots. Make Up - Makeup for photographs should be slightly heavier than normal. However, too much makeup tends to give that painted look, and too little might not show off your features. A translucent powder is helpful to eliminate shine. Nails - Please don't forget the importance of your hands in your portraits. Whether you choose to do your nails yourself or have them manicured, keep them clean and use coordinating colors. Try to avoid bring colors-neutral colors will work well with all outfit choices. Facial Hair - Make sure that you are clean-shaven before your session. Retouching can hide blemishes but cannot fix razor stubble. Glasses - If you wear glasses most of the time, you'll want to wear them in your portraits. To eliminate glare or reflections, bring empty frames or remove the lenses from your glasses-ask your eye doctor if they will loan you a similar pair without the lenses.

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Props-Theyre great! Bring props that help show who you are. Some popular choices include: Sports equipment (soccer ball, baseball bat, tennis racquet, etc) Sports uniforms (or just the top) Musical instruments Activity related item (dance, art, etc) Anything fun (sunglasses, hats, scarves, flowers, jackets, etc) Parents- are welcome and can often be a help to you! Youre more than welcome to have a few shots with them as well at no additional chargejust let us know. Weather- Dont worry about clouds because they actually even out the light and make for ideal shooting conditions. Falling rain is an issue for outdoor sessions and we will have to reschedule the appointment. Water- Please feel free to bring along a water bottle and/or snacks!

Have fun and try to relax! We are going to help you look your best while youre having a great timethats why you choose Bernlohr Photography!
Outdoor Location ideas: John Rudy Park: Outside of park has a stone house and a red barn while in the park, provides many rocks and tree lined pathways. Rocky Ridge: Provides many rocks, benches and overlooks as well as tree lined pathways. Historic Shady Lane (off George Street) Add $25 location fee. LOVE this place but we must call ahead for appointments here as it is privately owned. Many gardens, stone buildings, bridges, creeks, tall grasses and multiple background possibilities. Lake Redman/Lake Williams: Provides stone walls, water and pier backgrounds, fences, etc. John Wright: (Mondays are best due to the restaurant being closed). Provides water views (Susquehanna river), brick buildings, rustic buildings/warehouse look. Accomac: (Sunday nights are best as the restaurant is closed). Provides water views and stone walls and steps. Downtown York: Offers the urban city feel including some railroad tracks and multiple alleys, doors, steps, etc.

Bernlohr Photography

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Other locations we have used.. Refindings store downtown York Kiwanis Lake (gazebo, water, rocks, etc) Many family home backyards Outdoor Country Club (need to obtain permission) Regents Glen (need to obtain permission) Martin Memorial Library (need to obtain permission) Country Club of York (need to obtain permission) Royal Manchester Links (need to obtain permission) Heritage Hills (need to obtain permission) Your high school fields Historical Society in York (Need to obtain permission)

*Anywhere that offers plenty of shade is a perfect location! We love out of the box ideas, so run them by us!!!

Model Release:

For valuable consideration received, I grant to Bernlohr Photography the absolute and irrevocable right and unrestricted permission concerning any photographs that he/she has taken or may take of me or in which I may be included with others, to use, reuse, publish, and republish the photographs in whole or in part, individually or in connection with other material, in any and all media now or hereafter known, including the internet, and for any purpose whatsoever, specifically including illustration, promotion, art, editorial, advertising, and trade, without restriction as to alteration; and to use my name in connection with any use if he/she so chooses. I release and discharge the Photographer from any and all claims and demands that may arise out of or in connection with the use of the photographs, including without limitation any and all claims for libel or violation of any right of publicity or privacy. This authorization and release shall also inure to the benefit of the heirs, legal representatives, licensees, and assigns of Photographer, as well as the person(s) for whom he/she took the photographs. I am a legally competent adult and have the right to contract in my own name. I have read this document and fully understand its contents. This release shall be binding upon me and my heirs, legal representatives, and assigns.

Bernlohr Photography

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