Do you ever wonder why some photos look fantastic and others are just ho hum? Now you can stop settling for ho hum through a partnership between Andrews Photography and Ditto & Co.
Gretchen Ditto, of Ditto & Co, is a certified image consultant and style advisor who can help you figure out how to make that professional photo stand out. Gretchen is technically trained in color and fit and uses that training to help her clients go from ho hum to HELLO!
Disclosure: Gretchen Ditto is an extremely satisfied client of Andrews Photography! Gretchen used Andrews Photography as she was launching her business and has used them again as her own image transformation required a new head shot. Rod, of Andrews Photography, took the time to help Gretchen create a photography that represented her professional brand, which is imperative to have in this world of on-line communication.
Tips for a Great Photo:
Makeup: For men, the most you need is powder to keep the shine down. For women, I suggest you wear 50% more than you usually wear. Think of it as a theatre performance. Actresses always wear a lot more makeup than they would on the street, but it’s so the audience can see them. Same goes for photographs—wear more than usual and you’ll look great in your photos. My secret tip: I’ve recently started wearing ‘Redness Reduction’ makeup from Clinique. I love it and I think it’s made a huge difference in my recent head-shot session.
Color to Match Eyes: Wear something that matches your eyes, including both the color of your irises and the whites of your eyes. This combination will make your eyes ‘pop’.
Wear a Jacket: A jacket will give you more structure and a ‘presence’ when it comes to your professional photo. This goes for both men and women. If you’re in more of a creative field you can still wear a jacket, but it doesn’t have to be a suit jacket. For example, check out my photo on www.dittoandco.com
Stand up: Think about it—do you have more energy when you stand or sit? When you stand, of course! Have your photographer take photos while you’re standing or leaning against something. Your photos will seem to show a more authentic you.
Laugh/Smile: While on the way to your photo shoot or during the photo shoot listen or think of something that makes you happy. While serious photos send a message of professionalism, a photo that makes you look friendly and approachable will get you that next job or promotion towards which you’ve been working.
Need Help? We’d love to help you take your photo from Ho-Hu to HELLO!
$199 (Savings of $250.00) Photo Package Includes:
· 2 Head shot photos from Andrews Photography
· 30 to 45 minute phone consultation with Gretchen Ditto. This will include sending Gretchen photos of yourself as well as a Skype review of you in your picture perfect outfit. Recommendations will be given as it relates to clothing, hair and makeup.
$199.00 Package expires June 1st 2011.
Creative Headshot on Location in Lower Town Saint Paul MN
GRETCHEN DITTO, AICI FLC
Style Advisor & Business Image Consultant | (612) 619.5820
5775 Wayzata Boulevard
St. Louis Park, Minnesota 55416
Gretchen@DittoAndCo.Com | www.DittoAndCo.com
Rod Andrew Wilson
Owner/ Photographer
www.Andrews-Photography.com
2668 Brand Ave East
Maplewood MN 55119
651-292-9242
Rod@andrews-photography.com
Twin Cities Wedding Photographer of the year 2009,2010,
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