You’re all set for your branding session—woohoo! You know how crucial it is to get some fantastic photos for your small business, but now you might be wondering, “What’s next?” No worries! Let’s tackle those jitters and get you ready to shine like the superstar you are. A great branding photographer (that’s me!) will help you prep for the big day, brainstorm a prop list, and walk you through your shot list so you can focus on sharing your story in front of the camera!
Here are three fun tips to get you ready for your branding session. My goal is for you to arrive feeling relaxed and ready to let your personality shine!
Create a Pinterest Board
No matter if you’re going for a quick mini session or a full-on branding extravaganza, whipping up a Pinterest board or a mood board is a game changer! Fill it with all the ideas and inspirations that tickle your fancy. Think of photos from brands you adore, styles of photography that speak to you, prop ideas, outfit inspirations, and colors to bring your vision to life. You’ll find it super helpful!
Make a Prop List
Props are like the fairy dust of branding photography—they help tell your unique story. What everyday items are a part of your brand’s DNA? If you’re a photographer, think about including your trusty camera, laptop, phone, and even your favorite notebook, pen, or coffee mug! These items add that personal touch that makes your session truly you.
Remember, people want to connect with the real YOU! What do you do when you’re not running your business? Are you a Calgary Realtor juggling it all? Let’s bring in your signage, business cards, sold signs for inspiration! Do you need your favorite drink to kick-start your creative day, or is there a podcast or book that gets you buzzing? Let’s jot down all those details and round up your props before the big day!
Need a little help with it? Grab my free questionnaire to kickstart your branding prep!
Plan Your Outfits Around Your Branding Colors
Get your outfits laid out about a week before your session. That way, you’ll have time to send photos to your photographer (yup, that’s me!) to ensure everything gels with your brand colors and the shoot location. Planning in advance is a lifesaver—it gives you time to reconsider outfit choices if something doesn’t sit right! And hey, don’t forget to try everything on! You want to feel fabulous and comfortable, not find out your favorite top has a hidden tear or that it’s doing a weird dance on you!
Lastly, figure out if you want to glam it up with hair and makeup on the day of your session. Trust me, scheduling that in can take a huge load off your shoulders! Nobody wants to feel frazzled or stressed on the day of their photoshoot—that’s why I like to book sessions 2-3 months ahead of time. This gives us the chance to prep and make the day as smooth as butter!
Curious about why a branding session is just what you need? Check out my Branding page for more insight! If you’re ready to jump in and book that session, let’s chat!
If your looking for a Branding Photographer and are in the Calgary, Cochrane, Canmore or Banff area get in touch with me at info@paisleyphotos.ca
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