August 24th, 2009
Will school getting back into gear, lots of students (and parents) are gearing up for their school photograph. While this occasion may not seem to be of much importance, parents and family members certainly look forward to receiving their annual photograph of each child, enjoying a quick glance down memory lane or comparing this year’s pic to last year’s, to see just how much the little darlings have grown.
Here are some quick tips for making this year’s school photo the best so far.
The hair. There’s nothing worse than waking up on photo day and finding out today is going to be a “bad hair day.” Fortunately, there are preventative steps to take. Parents, think about when your child’s hair looks best. Is it when it’s freshly washed or “day-old” clean? Does your daughter’s hair look best pulled back, neatly braided, or flowing free? Even though your child may normally go “au naturale” with their hair, a little product can go a long way on photo day. Avoid oversized bows or ribbons unless that’s the look your daughter normally sports. If you plan to have your child’s hair cut before photo day, be sure to schedule the haircut at least 3 days before picture day, to allow the hair time to “settle” into a more natural look.
The face. While there’s not much you can do about blemishes, scars or other marks, there’s plenty your photographer can do. Often times, it’s worth the few extra dollars to request the photo “touch-up service” that most school photographers offer. Even if your child has perfect skin, the touch-up service can correct flaws in lighting, flyaway hairs, and more. And if you’re open to it, a little dab of lip gloss will really make your daughter’s smile sparkle.
Tune in for Part 2 to discover more tips for making this year’s school photo the best ever.
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