Thank you for considering Chic Photography Studio for such a special occasion. We at Chic Photography understands the importance of your wedding and we want you to remember it with photographs that can be treasured forever. We shoot over one hundred weddings for couples from all across the globe each year. The studio provides wedding photography service to most of St. Thomas' major hotels and other private wedding companies. So...., in order to receive your wedding date, please book six to eight months in advance.
Selecting your wedding photographer
Since your photographer is an important part of your wedding, you should begin your search as early as possible. Quality photographers are booked months in advance. Below are some criteria you should consider before you make your final decision:
1. What kind of educational background/experience have you had in developing your photographic technique? Have you earned recognition for your photography?
2. How many weddings have you photographed? How many do you photograph each year?
3. Do you use a professional medium format camera or a 35mm camera?
4. Whom from your studio will photograph my wedding and can I see some of the weddings that you have photographed?
5. What will it cost to photograph my wedding and how many images will I have to select from?
6. Can the photography be customized to my specific needs?
7. How long will it take to see our wedding images and how long will it take to complete the finished album?
Portraits capture special moments in time. Let Chic Photography capture those priceless moments in your life. Here are a few helpful tips and guidelines we found work best in helping us create a portrait you will cherish forever.
Clothing
1. Dress to bring out your personality. Your wardrobe should complement and enhance your portrait, not overpower it.
2. The face is the main focal point of a portrait. You should avoid clothing that draws attention away from your face, such as clothing with large prints or patterns.
3. For family or group portraits, collaborate styles and colors of clothing so subjects complement each other.
4. For casual portraits, consider casual outfits in earth tones or jeans and middle tones. Deeper solid colors works best for formal portraiture.
5. Avoid mixing formal and casual clothing styles in the same portrait.
6. For lighter backgrounds, white or pastel colored clothing is preferred and middle tones while deeper solid colors work best for dark backgrounds.
7. Keep your look consistent from head to toe, making sure to wear shoes and socks that match your wardrobe, style, and color.
Hair, Makeup, and Jewelry
1. Wear your hair in style that complements your facial features.
2. Avoid wearing heavy applications of makeup.
3. Keep your makeup natural and fresh.
4. With the exception of a fashion shot, jewelry and other accessories should be simple. Avoid large, heavy pieces of jewelry.
Note: If you wear glasses, you may want to wear them for your portrait.
Props
For special effects, a prop can often make a portrait more interesting. You might consider bringing a musical instrument or a piece of sport equipment that relates to your interest.
Baby Portrait
1. A well rested baby will help ensure that everyone enjoys the portrait session, so make sure the baby has napped before the session.
2. Feed your baby before the session in order to avoid his/her being cranky.
3. Choose comfortable clothing, perhaps an outfit that reflects a particular occasion. For example, a christening or birthday outfit.
4. Avoid busy prints or bold colors that will detract from the child's face.
5. Bring suitable toys or mementos to serve as a prop that will add to the individuality of your child's portrait.
