Senior Portrait Article Notes

• Monarch Photography has become known for effects, such as, gradient masks. 
• Photographers who go out of their way to find out their subjects' interests are the most successful at putting them at ease and getting the most evocative images.
• Incorporate elements that make the images very personal, make the student look good, and create a fun experience.
• Listen to the teens suggestions 
• Music videos, movies, TV, fashion, advertising and magazine editorials all contribute to what seniors want for their portraits.
• Guys want to look like rock stars or pro athletes.
• Girls tend to be fashion oriented and want to look beautiful.
• To please the parents and grandparents as well, photographers take traditional studio shots. 
• Photographer asks seniors to bring one set of clothing that won't look dated in 20 years to get a classic portrait for the family.
• Gritty urban settings are popular because you can contrast what the client is wearing and the location.